K161193 · Quality Electrodynamics, LLC · MOS · Jun 2, 2016 · Radiology
Device Facts
Record ID
K161193
Device Name
16ch Tx/Rx Knee SPEEDER
Applicant
Quality Electrodynamics, LLC
Product Code
MOS · Radiology
Decision Date
Jun 2, 2016
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 892.1000
Device Class
Class 2
Indications for Use
The 16ch Tx/Rx Knee SPEEDER is intended for use with Toshiba 1.5T MR systems to produce diagnostic images of the knee, wrist, hand, and forefoot that can be interpreted by a trained physician.
Device Story
16ch Tx/Rx Knee SPEEDER is a 16-channel transmit/receive phased array RF coil for MRI. Device captures RF signals from anatomy (knee, wrist, hand, forefoot) within a Toshiba 1.5T MR system. Operates via active PIN diode switching and passive blocking circuitry. Housed in rigid, biocompatible polycarbonate. Used in clinical imaging environments by trained technicians/radiologists. Output is raw MR signal data processed by the host MR system into diagnostic images. Physician interprets images to aid clinical diagnosis. Benefits include high-quality diagnostic imaging of extremities.
Clinical Evidence
Clinical evidence consists of volunteer scanning of the knee, hand, wrist, and forefoot. Images were evaluated to demonstrate diagnostic quality. No formal clinical trial with primary endpoints or statistical metrics (sensitivity/specificity) was required; performance was validated via bench testing (NEMA MS-1, MS-6, MS-9) and qualitative clinical image assessment.
Technological Characteristics
16-channel transmit/receive phased array RF coil. Materials: Polycarbonate housing (biocompatible per ISO 10993-1). Sensing: Active PIN diode switching and passive blocking circuitry. Dimensions: Split-top mechanical design shaped for knee. Connectivity: Dedicated interface for Toshiba 1.5T MR systems. Standards: AAMI/ANSI ES60601-1, IEC 60601-2-33, NEMA MS-8, NEMA MS-1, MS-6, MS-9.
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients requiring diagnostic MRI imaging of the knee, wrist, hand, and forefoot using Toshiba 1.5T MR systems.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A magnetic resonance diagnostic device is intended for general diagnostic use to present images which reflect the spatial distribution and/or magnetic resonance spectra which reflect frequency and distribution of nuclei exhibiting nuclear magnetic resonance. Other physical parameters derived from the images and/or spectra may also be produced. The device includes hydrogen-1 (proton) imaging, sodium-23 imaging, hydrogen-1 spectroscopy, phosphorus-31 spectroscopy, and chemical shift imaging (preserving simultaneous frequency and spatial information).
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls). A magnetic resonance imaging disposable kit intended for use with a magnetic resonance diagnostic device only is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 892.9.
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
June 2, 2016
Quality Electrodynamics, LLC Kathleen Aras Director, Regulatory and Quality Affairs 700 Beta Drive Suite 100 Mayfield Village, Ohio 44143
Re: K161193
Trade/Device Name: 16ch Tx/Rx Knee SPEEDER Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.1000 Regulation Name: Magnetic Resonance Diagnostic Device Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: MOS Dated: April 22, 2016 Received: April 27, 2016
Dear Kathleen Aras:
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device referenced above and have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to legally marketed predicate devices marketed in interstate commerce prior to May 28, 1976, the enactment date of the Medical Device Amendments, or to devices that have been reclassified in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Food. Drug, and Cosmetic Act (Act) that do not require approval of a premarket approval application (PMA). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. The general controls provisions of the Act include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices. good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration. Please note: CDRH does not evaluate information related to contract liability warranties. We remind you, however, that device labeling must be truthful and not misleading.
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Robert Oaks
Robert Ochs, Ph.D. Director Division of Radiological Health Office of In Vitro Diagnostics and Radiological Health Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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### Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K161193
Device Name 16ch Tx/Rx Knee SPEEDER
Indications for Use (Describe)
The 16ch Tx/Rx Knee SPEEDER is intended for use with Toshiba 1.5T MR systems to produce diagnostic images of the knee, wrist, hand, and forefoot that can be interpreted by a trained physician
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
> Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
_ Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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# 510(k) Summary
#### 1. Applicant
Quality Electrodynamics, LLC. (QED) 700 Beta Drive, Suite 100 Mayfield Village, OH 44143
#### 2. Contact
Kathleen Aras Director, Regulatory and Quality Affairs (440) 484-2964 kathleen.aras@qualedyn.com
#### 3. Date Prepared
22 April 2016
#### 4. Tradenames
16ch Tx/Rx Knee SPEEDER
#### 5. Common name
Coil, magnetic resonance, specialty
#### 6. Model Numbers
QED Model Number: Q7000160
Toshiba Model Number: MJAJ-237A
This device is manufactured and sold by QED to Toshiba. Toshiba sells the device to end users under their own model number.
#### 7. Classification
Magnetic resonance diagnostic device (21 CFR 892.1000, Product Code MOS, Class II)
#### 8. Predicate Device
16ch Tx/Rx Knee SPEEDER, Quality Electrodynamics, LLC. K151753
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#### 9. Device Description
The 16ch Tx/Rx Knee SPEEDER is a transmit/receive, 16-channel receive coil, switchable between 15-channel receive array and 1-channel birdcage receive, and designed for magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) using Toshiba 1.5T MRI systems. The 16ch Tx/Rx Knee SPEEDER is intended to be used for imaging the knee, wrist, hand and forefoot.
The 16ch Tx/Rx Knee SPEEDER is a reusable, non-invasive device with limited exposure with regard to duration of contact with the body. All coil elements are enclosed in a rigid plastic housing which is fire-rated, has impact and tensile strength, and has been tested for biocompatibility.
The 16ch Tx/Rx Knee SPEEDER also includes the comfort pads listed in Table 1. The coil is provided with comfort pads.
| QED Part<br>Number | Description | Qty |
|--------------------|-----------------------------------------|-----|
| 3003890 | Anterior Knee Pad (1/4" Thick Pad) | 1 |
| 3004435 | Posterior Knee Support Pad (Bottom Pad) | 1 |
| 3003866 | Free Leg Pad (Non-Imaged Knee Pad) | 1 |
| 3003865 | Inferior Leg Pad (Foot/Ankle Pad) | 1 |
### Table 1: 16ch Tx/Rx Knee SPEEDER Comfort Pads
#### 10. Indications for Use
The 16ch Tx/Rx Knee SPEEDER is intended for use with Toshiba 1.5T MR systems to produce diagnostic images of the knee, wrist, hand, and forefoot that can be interpreted by a trained physician.
The Indications for Use statement for the 16ch Tx/Rx Knee SPEEDER is not identical to the predicate device; however, the differences do not alter the intended diagnostic use of the device nor do they affect the safety and effectiveness of the device relative to the predicate. Both Indications for Use statements for the 16ch Tx/Rx Knee SPEEDER coil and predicate 16ch Tx/Rx Knee SPEEDER coil indicate that the device is intended to be used in conjunction with a MR scanner to produce images of the knee, wrist, hand and forefoot and that the images can be interpreted by a trained physician. The Indications for Use statements differ only in MR scanner field strength; the proposed 16ch Tx/Rx Knee SPEEDER coil is intended for use with a 1.5T system while the predicate is to be used with a 3.0T system.
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### 11. Summary of Technological Characteristics Compared to the Predicate Device
The proposed 16ch Tx/Rx Knee SPEEDER and the predicate 16ch Tx/Rx Knee SPEEDER are both 16 channel transmit/receive phased array RF coils intended to be used with a Toshiba MR system to provide images of the knee, wrist, hand and forefoot.
At a high level, the subject and predicate devices are based on the following same technological elements:
- . Intended to provide images of the knee, wrist, hand and forefoot
- 16 channel, transmit/receive phased array RF coils
- . Active PIN diode switching blocking circuitry. Passive blocking circuitry.
- . Split-top mechanical design with an inner cross section shaped to fit the knee.
- . Polycarbonate housing material
The following technological differences exist between the subject and predicate devices:
- Field strength of MR system (1.5T (subject) versus 3.0T . (predicate))
#### 12. Performance Data
The following performance data were provided in support of the substantial equivalence determination.
## Biocompatibility Testing
All surface materials on the 16ch Tx/Rx Knee SPEEDER that are intended to come into direct or indirect contact with patient biological tissues, cells or body fluids either have a history of safe use in previously-cleared devices or have been assessed for biocompatibility according to ISO 10993-1. Per ISO 10993-1, all patient-contacting materials on the 16ch Tx/Rx Knee SPEEDER are classified as surface-contacting, limited exposure (A) devices. - Therefore, where testing was performed, the materials were tested for cytotoxicity per ISO 10993-5 and for irritation and sensitization per ISO 10993-10.
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## Electrical Safety and Electromagnetic Compatibility
The electrical safety and electromagnetic compatibility of the 16ch Tx/Rx Knee SPEEDER was verified in accordance with AAMI/ANSI ES60601-1 and IEC 60601-2-33.
Surface heating was tested in accordance with AAMI/ANSI ES60601-1. The measured temperature of the surface of the coil never exceeded the maximum limit of 41°C.
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) is controlled by the MR system, which estimates the total power delivered to the imaging volume with respect to whole body mass and estimated mass present in the imaging volume. The Toshiba MR system controls the maximum local SAR to within IEC60601-2-33 limits. SAR was tested per NEMA MS-8 on the 16ch Tx/Rx Knee SPEEDER in conjunction with the intended MR system; results showed that the measured SAR from the 16ch Tx/Rx Knee SPEEDER local transmitter was below the SAR displayed from the system. Thus, the Titan System SAR Management system effectively limits the local SAR when using the 16ch Tx/Rx Knee SPEEDER Coil.
## Performance Testing - Bench
The SNR and uniformity of the 16ch Tx/Rx Knee SPEEDER was analyzed per NEMA MS-1, MS-6 and MS-9 and was found to conform to predetermined acceptance criteria.
## Performance Testing - Clinical
In accordance with the FDA Guidance for Industry: Guidance for the Submission of Premarket Notifications for Magnetic Resonance Diagnostic Devices, clinical images from volunteer scanning of the knee, hand, wrist, and forefoot were obtained from the 16ch Tx/Rx Knee SPEEDER. These images were used to demonstrate that the 16ch Tx/Rx Knee SPEEDER produces diagnostic quality images of the intended anatomies.
#### 13. Conclusion
The electrical safety and electromagnetic compatibility and biocompatibility data support the safety of the 16ch Tx/Rx Knee SPEEDER and the bench testing per the NEMA standards and diagnostic quality sample clinical images demonstrate the performance and effectiveness of the device under the specified use conditions. This testing demonstrates that the 16ch Tx/Rx Knee SPEEDER performs as well as or better than the predicate device.
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