BioCon-900 is a B-mode pulsed-echo ultrasound device. The BioCon-900 projects ultrasonic energy through the lower of a patient to obtain images of the bladder to calculate the urine volume non-invasively. BioCon-900 is intended to be used by a qualified medical professional to non-invasively measure the urine in the bladder. Contraindications for the BioCon-900 are fetal use and use on pregnant patients.
Device Story
CUBEScan BioCon-900 is a handheld, wireless, battery-operated B-mode ultrasound system. It utilizes a 3D-mechanical sector transducer to project ultrasonic energy through the lower abdomen, capturing cross-sectional images of the bladder from up to 12 scan planes. A 'Pre-Scan' mode provides live imaging to assist in bladder localization. The device calculates bladder volume based on the acquired images. Data is transmitted wirelessly to a PC running CubePro software for archiving, printing, and data management. Used by qualified medical professionals in clinical settings to assess bladder volume, the output assists clinicians in monitoring urinary function and making diagnostic or treatment decisions. The non-invasive nature provides a benefit by reducing the need for catheterization.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Accuracy validated using tissue-equivalent bladder phantoms with designated volumes compared against device measurements. Biocompatibility, electrical safety, EMC, and acoustic output testing performed per recognized standards (ISO 10993, IEC 60601 series). Wireless communication safety verified per FCC requirements.
Technological Characteristics
B-mode pulsed-echo ultrasound; 3D-mechanical sector transducer; battery-operated; wireless connectivity to PC. Complies with AAMI/ANSI ES 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, and IEC 60601-2-37. Biocompatibility per ISO 10993.
Indications for Use
Indicated for non-invasive bladder urine volume measurement in patients. Contraindicated for fetal use and pregnant patients.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An ultrasonic pulsed echo imaging system is a device intended to project a pulsed sound beam into body tissue to determine the depth or location of the tissue interfaces and to measure the duration of an acoustic pulse from the transmitter to the tissue interface and back to the receiver. This generic type of device may include signal analysis and display equipment, patient and equipment supports, component parts, and accessories.
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls). A biopsy needle guide kit intended for use with an ultrasonic pulsed echo imaging system 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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June 22, 2017
Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
Mcube Technology Co., Ltd. % Mr. Dave Yungvirt CEO Third Party Review Group, LLC The Old Station House 24 Lackawanna Place MILLBURN NJ 07041
Re: K171591
Trade/Device Name: CUBEScan" BioCon-900 (Bladder Volume Measurement System) Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.1560 Regulation Name: Ultrasonic pulsed echo imaging system Regulatory Class: II Product Code: IYO, ITX Dated: May 28, 2017 Received: June 1, 2017
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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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### DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Food and Drug Administration
### Indication for Use
From Approved: OMB No. 0910-0120
Expiration Date: January 31, 2017
See PRA Statement below
510(k) Number (if known)
K171591
Device Name
## CUBEScan™ BioCon-900 (Bladder Volume Measurement System)
Indications for use (Describe)
BioCon-900 is a B-mode pulsed-echo ultrasound device. The BioCon-900 projects ultrasonic energy through the lower of a patient to obtain images of the bladder to calculate the urine volume non-invasively. BioCon-900 is intended to be used by a qualified medical professional to non-invasively measure the urine in the bladder. Contraindications for the BioCon-900 are fetal use and use on pregnant patients.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
2 Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
ロ Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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## Diagnostic Ultrasound Indications for Use Form
| System: | CUBEScan™ BioCon-900<br>Bladder Volume Measurement System | | | | | | | |
|-----------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------|---|-----|-----|------------------|-----------------------|------------------|
| Transducer: | BioCon-900 | | | | | | | |
| | Intended use: Diagnostic ultrasound imaging or fluid flow analysis of the human body as follows: | | | | | | | |
| Clinical Application | | Mode of Operation | | | | | | |
| General<br>(Track 1 Only) | Specific<br>(Tracks 1 & 3) | B | M | PWD | CWD | Color<br>Doppler | Combined<br>(Specify) | Other* (Specify) |
| Ophthalmic | Ophthalmic | | | | | | | |
| | Fetal | | | | | | | |
| | Abdominal | N | | | | | | |
| | Intra-operative (Specify) | | | | | | | |
| | Intra-operative (Neuro) | | | | | | | |
| | Laparoscopic | | | | | | | |
| | Pediatric | | | | | | | |
| Fetal<br>Imaging<br>& Other | Small Organ (Specify) | | | | | | | |
| | Neonatal Cephalic | | | | | | | |
| | Adult Cephalic | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-rectal | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-vaginal | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-urethreal | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-esoph. (non-Card.) | | | | | | | |
| | Musculo-skeletal<br>(Conventional) | | | | | | | |
| | Musculo-skeletal<br>(Superficial) | | | | | | | |
| | Intravascular | | | | | | | |
| | Other (specify) | P | | | | | | |
| Cardiac | Cardiac Adult | | | | | | | |
| | Cardiac Pediatric | | | | | | | |
| | Intravascular (Cardiac) | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-esoph. (Cardiac) | | | | | | | |
| | Intra-cardiac | | | | | | | |
| | Other (specify) | | | | | | | |
| Peripheral<br>Vessel | Peripheral vessel | | | | | | | |
| | Other | | | | | | | |
N = new indication; P = previously cleared by FDA in K111021; E = added under this appendix
* Examples of other modes of operation may include: A-mode, Amplitude Doppler, 3-D Imaging, Harmonic Imaging, Tissue Motion Doppler, and Color Velocity Imaging
Prescription devices (Part 21 CFR 801.109)
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# 510(k) Summary
This summary of 510(k) safety and effectiveness information is being submitted in accordance with requirements of 21 CFR 807.92.
## 1) SUBMITTER
| Submitter: | Mcube Technology Co., Ltd. |
|-----------------|-------------------------------|
| | #803, 123 Bonghwasan-ro, |
| | Jungnang-gu, Seoul, Korea |
| Contact Person: | Seung-Tai Kim |
| | Director |
| | Phone: +82-(0)2-3421-7780 |
| | Fax: +82-(0)2-3421-7076 |
| | E-mail: mcube@mcubetech.co.kr |
| Date Prepared: | Feb 15, 2016 |
## 2) DEVICE
| Trade Name(s): | CUBEScan™ BioCon-900 | |
|-------------------------|---------------------------------------|----------------------------------|
| Common Name: | Bladder Volume Measurement System | |
| Classification: | II | |
| Classification Name(s): | Ultrasonic Pulsed Echo Imaging System | Diagnostic Ultrasound Transducer |
| Regulation Number: | 21 CFR 892.1560 | 21 CFR 892.1570 |
| Product Code: | IYO | ITX |
| Classification Panel: | Radiology | |
### 3) PREDICATE DEVICE
| Predicate Devices: | Mcube Technology Co., Ltd.<br>CUBEScanTM BioCon-700 | K111021 |
|--------------------|-----------------------------------------------------|---------|
| | | |
## 4) DEVICE DESCRIPTION
CUBEScan™ BioCon-900 (bladder volume measurement system) is a safe and easy, non-invasive system to measure the bladder volume. CUBEScan™ BioCon-900 is a B-mode instrument, hand-held, wireless and battery-operated. A 3D-mechnical sector transducer provides cross-sectional images of the bladder from up to 12 scan planes and bladder volume is calculated based upon those images and displays 12 scan planes on a screen. Furthermore, a live image of the bladder during Pre-Scan makes it easier to detect the bladder before scanning. Measurements are transmitted to a personal computer running CubePro software via a wireless connection. CubePro allows the user to print measurements, archive data and so on.
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## 5) INTENDED FOR USE/INDICATIONS FOR USE
BioCon-900 projects ultrasonic energy through the lower abdomen of a patient to obtain images of bladder to calculate the urine volume non-invasively.
## 6) COMPARISION OF CUBEscan™ BioCon-900 WITH THE PREDICATE DEVICES
The CUBEScan™ BioCon-900 is substantially equivalent to the currently marketed BioCon-700.
The subject and the predicate devices are based on the following same technological elements:
- · Intended use: Projection of ultrasonic energy into the abdomen of patients.
- Patient population and anatomical site
- Measurement of bladder volume
- · Accuracy of measurement
- Mode of operation
- · Transducer type, sector angle, number of element and number of scan planes
- · Acoustic output intensity
- Displays, portable, button controls, attached printer and PC software for data management
- Standards of safety, EMC, biocompatibility
The following technological differences exist between the CUBEScan™ BioCon-900 and predicate devices.
- Transducer resonant frequency
- Patient contact material
- Transducer diameter
- · Charger
- · Data Transmission tools(Touch screen operation and accessories)
- Input of information
- PC program version
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## 7) Summary of Non-Clinical Testing Performed
The following performance data were provided in support of the substantial equivalence
### Biocompatibility Testing
The biocompatibility test for CUBEScan™ BioCon-900 was conducted in accordance with ISO-10993 as recognized by FDA. The following tests performed:
- Cytotoxicity Test (MEM Elution Test)
- Maximization Sensation
- Intracutaneous Reactivity
### Electrical Safety and Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
Electrical safety and EMC testing were conducted on the CUBEScan™ BioCon-900. The CUBEScan™ BioCon-900 complied with AAMI/ANSI ES 6060-1, IEC6060-1-2 for safety and EMC including battery, Ir communication, barcode and wireless charging.
### Acoustic Output Testing
The acoustic output test for was CUBEScant™ BioCon-900 conducted in accordance with IEC60601-2-37.
### Software Validation
Software Validation testing for CUBEScan™ BioCon-900 was conducted and documentation was provided as recommended "Guidance for the Content of Premarket Submissions for Software in Medical Devices".
### Volume Measuring Testing
In order to demonstrate the accuracy of CUBEScan™ BioCon-900, a tissue-equivalent bladder phantom with a balloon which has a designated volume is used. The accuracy has been demonstrated by designated volume to the volume from CUBEScan™ BioCon-900.
### Wireless Telecommunication & Charging
The CUBEScan 114 BioCon-900 is intended for use in an environment in which radiated RF disturbances are controlled. In order to demonstrate the safety of RF communications, Wireless Telecommunication Testing was conducted in accordance with 47 CFR FCC - Telecommunications, Chapter I - Federal Communications Commission, Subchapter A - General Part 15 - Radiofrequency Devices Subpart C section 15.207/15.209 and RF Exposure
### 8) Conclusions
In accordance with the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act, 21 CFR Part 807 and based on the information provided in this premarket notification. Mcube Technology Co., Ltd. concludes that the CUBEScan™ BioCon-900 is safe and effective and substantially equivalent to predicative devices as described herein.
### END of 510(k) Summary
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