The HP PRO Positioning Device is indicated to assist in the proper positioning and repositioning of patients for radiation therapy and radiosurgery and treatment with protons.
Device Story
The HP PRO Positioning Device is a patient support accessory used in radiation therapy and proton treatment. It consists of a base plate (PMMA and carbon fiber), interface (aluminum), indexing pins (POM), and screws (stainless steel). The device attaches to a treatment couch top via indexing; healthcare providers then mount immobilization devices (e.g., mask base plates) onto it. The patient is positioned on the device within the immobilization system. It acts as an extension of the treatment table, supporting the patient during external beam radiation. The device is used in clinical settings under the direction of a licensed physician. It is designed to maintain patient position during treatment; its dosimetric properties (water equivalence) are accounted for in treatment planning software to ensure accurate dose delivery. The device benefits patients by providing stable, reproducible positioning, which is critical for the precision required in radiation therapy and radiosurgery.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. No clinical data. Testing included mechanical strength (IEC 60601-1), sag and creep under 135kg load, flatness, surface morphology, and dosimetric properties (water equivalence thickness, secondary radiation, proton beam spot size, and distal dose falloff).
Technological Characteristics
Base plate (PMMA, carbon fiber), interface (aluminum), indexing pins (POM), screws (stainless steel). Dimensions: 50.17" x 21.61" x 1.62". Mechanical support device; non-powered. Water equivalence thickness: 41.35mm. Tested for mechanical strength per IEC 60601-1.
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients undergoing radiation therapy, radiosurgery, and proton treatment to assist in proper positioning and repositioning.
Regulatory Classification
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A medical charged-particle radiation therapy system is a device that produces by acceleration high energy charged particles (e.g., electrons and protons) intended for use in radiation therapy. This generic type of device may include signal analysis and display equipment, patient and equipment supports, treatment planning computer programs, component parts, and accessories.
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July 25, 2017
Orfit Industries NV % Mr. Dave Yungvirt CEO Third Party Review Group, LLC The Old Station House 24 Lackawanna Place MILLBURN NJ 07041
Re: K171734
Trade/Device Name: HP PRO Positioning Device Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.5050 Regulation Name: Medical charged-particle radiation therapy system Regulatory Class: II Product Code: IYE Dated: July 5, 2017 Received: July 7, 2017
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K171734
Device Name
HP PRO Positioning Device
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
The HP PRO Positioning Device is indicated to assist in the proper positioning of patients for radiation therapy and radiosurgery and treatment with protons.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
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#### 510(k) Summary
This summary of 510(k) safety and effectiveness information is submitted in accordance with the requirements of SMDA 1990 and 21 CFR 807.92.
June 27, 2017 Date Prepared:
Applicant Orfit Industries NV 9A Vosveld 2110 Wijnegem Belgium
Contact Person c/o Raymond Kelly 68 Southwoods Terrace Southbury, CT 06488 Phone: (203) 400-7566
Alternate Contact Eddy Marivoet OA/RA Manager Orfit Industries NV 9A Vosveld 2110 Wijnegem Belgium Phone: +32 (0)3 326 20 26
| Device Information | |
|----------------------|------------------------------|
| Trade Name: | HP PRO Positioning Device |
| Model Number: | 25000/19 |
| Classification Name: | accelerator, linear, medical |
| Review Panel: | Radiology |
| Product Code: | IYE |
| Device Class: | Class II |
| Regulation: | 892.5050 |
Predicate Device Information K151207 Proton Immobilization Solution. Orfit Industries NV
Intended Use/Indications for Use
The HP PRO Positioning Device is indicated to assist in the proper positioning and repositioning of patients for radiation therapy and radiosurgery and treatment with protons.
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### Principle of Operation:
The HP PRO Positioning Device is used by first attaching it to the couch top utilizing the appropriate indexing. Then the health care provider positions the immobilization devices on to the HP PRO Positioning Device. Next the patient is helped onto the couch and positioned onto HP PRO Positioning Device in the appropriate immobilization device.
### Conditions of Use:
The HP PRO Positioning Device is a patient positioning device intended to be used for the positioning and re-positioning of patients undergoing or receiving a course of external beam radiation therapy for the treatment of cancer and other diseases.
The HP PRO Positioning Device is intended to be used by or under the direction of a licensed physician. The HP PRO Positioning Device can be cleaned and disinfected by means of soapy water or an isopropanol based disinfectant, applied with a soft cloth.
Periodic checks of the HP PRO Positioning Device should be done to insure the parts are not worn and require repair or replacement
### Models:
| Model Name | Model Number |
|---------------------------|--------------|
| HP PRO Positioning Device | 25000/19 |
### Accessories:
There are no accessories marketed with the HP PRO Positioning Device. The HP PRO Positioning Device is made up of 4 components:
| Quantity | Component Name | Component Material |
|----------|----------------|------------------------|
| 1 | Base Plate | PMMA and Carbon Fiber |
| 1 | Interface | Aluminum |
| 4 | Indexing Pins | POM (Polyoxymethylene) |
| 8 | Sheet Screws | Stainless Steel |
### Description:
The HP PRO Positioning Device is used by first attaching the base plate to the couch top utilizing the appropriate indexing. Then the health care provider positions the immobilization devices on to the HP PRO Positioning Device. Next the patient is helped onto the couch and positioned onto HP PRO Positioning Device in the appropriate immobilization device. An example of an immobilization device is the overlay base plate of the Proton Immobilization Solution.
The HP PRO Positioning Device is a device that assists in the proper positioning and repositioning of patients for radiation therapy and radiosurgery with protons. It is an accessory to the Proton Immobilization Solution. The HP PRO Positioning Device is typically attached to the treatment table and supports the patient during treatment. The proposed HP PRO Positioning Device is essentially an extension of the treatment table.
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The Proton Immobilization Solution is a device which consists of a base plate which is attached to the treatment table. The patient lies on the base plate and a mask may be attached to the base plate so the patient is immobilized. The beam can pass through the mask and the base plate.
Proposed HP PRO Positioning Device is a device which is a rectangular piece of material onto which an immobilization device can be attached. This immobilization device can be a base plate for a mask. The patient lies on the base plate and a mask may be attached to the base plate so the patient is immobilized. The beam can pass through the mask and the base plate and through the HP PRO Positioning Device.
Dimensions
- Length 50.17 inches .
- . Width - 21.61 inches
- . Height - 1.62 inches
Weight
- 68.3 lbs. .
Performance Sag at cranial end - distributed weight 135kg:
| Distributed weight | 135 kg |
|--------------------|---------|
| Sag | 9.21 mm |
Creep at cranial end - distributed weight 135 kg:
| Time | 60 min. |
|-------|----------|
| Creep | 0.214 mm |
Dosimetric Properties:
The HP PRO Positioning Device has a uniform water equivalence thickness of 41.35mm. This means that the displacement of the maximum doses in the tissue towards the skin surface is 41.35mm.
Compatible devices and Thermoplastic Material:
The HP PRO Positioning Device is made from equivalent materials as the Proton Immobilization Solution.
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## SE Table of Attributes
| Basic Unit<br>Characteristics | Predicate K151207 Proton<br>Immobilization Solution, Orfit<br>Industries NV | K171734 HP PRO Positioning<br>Device, Orfit Industries NV | Difference |
|------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Indications for Use | Indicated to assist in the proper<br>positioning and repositioning of<br>patients for radiation therapy and<br>radiosurgery and treatment including<br>electron, photon, and proton treatments. | Indicated to assist in the proper<br>positioning and repositioning of<br>patients for radiation therapy and<br>radiosurgery and treatment with<br>protons. | Removed treatment with electron,<br>photon from indications since<br>subject device is not intended to be<br>used with these therapies. |
| Intended Use | Designed to be used for the positioning<br>and repositioning of patients for<br>receiving radiation therapy. | Designed to be used for the<br>positioning and repositioning of<br>patients for receiving radiation<br>therapy. | None |
| Prescription | Rx | Rx | None |
| CFR | 892.5050 | 892.5050 | None |
| Materials of<br>Construction | Base plate: Carbon fiber<br>Indexing pins: Stainless steel | Base plate: PMMA and carbon fiber<br>Interface plate: Aluminum<br>Indexing pins: POM<br>Sheet screws: Stainless steel | No new patient contacting<br>materials added to subject device. |
| Fabrication | Machined and creation of sandwich<br>structure with carbon fiber | Machined and creation of sandwich<br>structure with carbon fiber | None |
| L x W x H | 45-52" x 21" x 1.9" | 50.17" x 21.61" x 1.62" | SE |
| water equivalence<br>thickness | 5.22mm | 41.35mm | SE |
| Sag at cranial end | 2.51mm (135kg distributed load) | 9.21 mm (135kg distributed load) | SE |
| Creep at cranial end<br>-at 60min. | 0.0785mm (135kg distributed load) | 0.214 mm (135kg distributed load) | SE |
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## SE Table of Performance
| Performance Category | SE Discussion |
|-------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Patient Weight<br>Distribution IEC60601-1 | Patient lower part of legs not resting/supported by the proposed or<br>predicate devices, both devices designed for Patients of up to 135<br>kg. |
| Tensile Safety factor<br>IEC60601-1 | Patients 135 kg. weight is to be reduced by $2 \times 7.4\% = 14.8\%$ since<br>the patient lower parts of legs are not supported in both devices.<br>Tensile Safety Factor of 6. |
| Tensile Safety weight<br>IEC60601-1 | 100% - 2 x (7.4%) = 85.2% leads to a total weight of 85.2% of the<br>Patient weight, thus we get 135kg x 0.852= 115kg for both devices,<br>all other tests are for 135kg. Device passes total load of 933.65kg.<br>for 1 minute. |
| Elongation IEC60601-1 | Elongation of break for both devices is less than 5% |
| Wear IEC60601-1 | Neither the predicate or proposed system is impaired by wear |
| Mechanical Strength<br>IEC60601-1 | Both devices can handle a 150kg load to simulate the Patient<br>(135kg) and the accessory (15kg). This weight was distributed<br>around the Top Layer and carried the weight for minimum of 1<br>minute with no deformation or risks. |
| Mechanical Strength<br>Sitting IEC60601-1 | Both devices can handle a load of 60 % of the safe working load<br>representing the patient or operator or a minimum 80 kg for one<br>minute with the center of the load 60 mm from the outer edge of<br>the support system. Device was tested with 90kg for 1 minute and<br>passed. |
| Dynamic Forces<br>IEC60601-1 | Both devices can handle loads with a total mass of 153.3 kg.<br>hanging a distance of 150 mm, and then dropped on the surface. |
| Flatness Test | Subject device has Flatness $\Delta$ < 1 mm deviation |
| Surface Morphology | Subject device when visually inspected for polishing, milling, and<br>absence of edge or surface damage or cavities meets specifications. |
| Sag | Sum of the sag and creep values (after 60minutes) is lower than<br>25mm. A 6DOF Robotic patient couch top can compensate the<br>bending effect from patient weight. |
| Dimensions | Subject device has dimensions in thickness, length, and width all<br>falling with specifications and tolerance of 0.1 – 0.2mm. |
| Creep | Sum of the sag and creep values (after 60minutes) is lower than<br>25mm. A 6DOF Robotic patient couch top can compensate the<br>bending effect from patient weight. |
| Secondary radiation | Both proposed and predicate device experience SE values of<br>secondary radiation when a patient plan using a typical spot<br>scanning proton plan intended to deliver 1.8 Gy to a target volume of<br>approximately 1 liter is simulated. Both have a half-life lower than 1<br>hour. Both have the same half-life of 20 minutes. No long- lived<br>radio-isotopes are created by irradiating an acrylic couch top with a<br>high energy proton beam. |
| Performance Category | SE Discussion |
| Spot Size | Both devices have SE lateral growth in spot size of a high-energy<br>proton beam as it emerges. When a single spot of 228.8 MeV<br>protons is directed through the devices the Gaf Chromic films are<br>scanned and a two- dimensional Gaussian is fit to the exposed<br>beam spots to determine the minor and major axis lengths of the<br>elliptical beam spot and both spot sizes are the same<br>1.7-2.2mm both upstream and downstream. |
| WET and Distal Dose<br>Falloff | Both devices perform SE when a monoenergetic proton beam of<br>228.8 MeV is directed into a Multi-Layer Ionization Chamber<br>(MLIC). The charge is collected on each plane of the device and<br>plotted against water equivalent depth to construct an integrated<br>depth dose curve. The distal R80 (Depth of 80% dose) is recorded,<br>as well as the distal falloff (distance between distal 90% and 20%<br>dose levels). WET value of product that beam passes through is<br>compensated for in treatment planning software, when it is<br>considered too high. |
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## SE Summary Statement
Difference in Indications for Use: Although we have removed treatment with electron or photon radiation therapies from the indications for use, no different questions of safety or effectiveness are raised when the subject device is used for its intended use (Proton Therapy). The subject device is substantially equivalent to the predicate device when used for its intended use (Proton Therapy).
Difference in Materials of Construction: Although we have added some materials to the subject device (PMMA, aluminum, and POM), no different questions of safety or effectiveness are raised when the subject device is used for its intended use because none of these materials have direct or indirect patient contact. The subject device is substantially equivalent to the predicate device when used for its intended use and according to its instructions for use.
### SE Conclusion:
The HP PRO Positioning Device is substantially equivalent to K151207 Proton Immobilization Solution. Orfit is seeking FDA clearance for the HP PRO Positioning Device to market the subject device. There are no differences between the proposed and predicate devices other than minor differences explained in the SE Summary Statement. The proposed device is found to be SE to the predicate device.
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