The Xstrahl Photoelectric Therapy System is a low energy X-Ray system intended for superficial radiotherapy and surface electronic brachytherapy treatment of primary malignant epithelial neoplasms of the skin and keloids. Typical applications include treatment for Basal Cell Carcinoma, Squamous Cell Carcinoma, Metatypic Carcinoma, Cutaneous Appendage Carcinoma, Karposi's Sarcoma, Merkel Cell Carcinoma, Lentigo Maligna, Lentigo Maligna Melanoma, Cutaneous Lymphomas (B and T cell) and Keloids.
Device Story
The Photoelectric Therapy System is a compact, mobile, superficial X-ray therapy system (10-80kV) for treating skin malignancies and keloids. It comprises an X-ray therapy unit, a TP2 central control unit, a control POD, and a PC with user interface software. The system uses treatment filters and applicators to deliver radiation. It is operated by trained medical professionals (radiographers, clinicians, oncologists) in hospital or clinical settings. The operator controls the system from a shielded control room, while the patient is positioned in a lead-lined treatment room. The system provides time-based control of radiation delivery. By enabling precise, superficial radiation, it offers a non-surgical treatment option for skin cancers, potentially improving patient outcomes and reducing the need for invasive surgery.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Compliance with safety and performance standards (IEC 60601-1, 60601-1-2, 60601-1-6, 62366, EN 60601-2-8) was verified. Dosimetry performance was validated against IPEMB Code of Practice and AAPM Task Group 61 protocols via independent measurements at the National Physics Laboratory (UK).
Technological Characteristics
Mobile, floor-mounted X-ray therapy system; 10-80kV operating range. Includes X-ray generator, tube head, cooling system, TP2 central control unit, and PC-based interface. Features 4-wheel locking base (550mm x 550mm footprint). Connectivity via USB and dedicated control cables. Safety features include emergency stop buttons and room interlock integration. Software-controlled time-based delivery. Sterilization not applicable (non-invasive).
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients requiring superficial radiotherapy or surface electronic brachytherapy for primary malignant epithelial neoplasms of the skin (e.g., Basal Cell, Squamous Cell, Metatypic, Cutaneous Appendage, Merkel Cell Carcinomas, Kaposi's Sarcoma, Lentigo Maligna/Melanoma, Cutaneous Lymphomas) and keloids.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An x-ray radiation therapy system is a device intended to produce and control x-rays used for 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.
Predicate Devices
SRT-100 Superficial Radiation Therapy System (K123985)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
September 29, 2017
Xstrahl Ltd. % Mr. Andrew Mullen Operations Director Unit 2 Maybrook Industrial Estate, Maybrook Road, Walsall Wood Brownhills.West Midlands WS8 7DG UNITED KINGDOM
Re: K172080
Trade/Device Name: Photoelectric Therapy System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.5900 Regulation Name: X-ray radiation therapy system Regulatory Class: II Product Code: JAD Dated: June 30, 2017 Received: July 13, 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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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K172080
Device Name Photoelectric Therapy System
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
The Xstrahl Photoelectric Therapy System is a low energy X-Ray system intended for superficial radiotherapy and surface electronic brachytherapy treatment of primary malignant epithelial neoplasms of the skin and keloids.
Typical applications include treatment for Basal Cell Carcinoma, Squamous Cell Carcinoma, Metatypic Carcinoma, Cutaneous Appendage Carcinoma, Karposi's Sarcoma, Merkel Cell Carcinoma, Lentigo Maligna, Lentigo Maligna Melanoma, Cutaneous Lymphomas (B and T cell) and Keloids.
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# 510(k) Summary (in accordance with 21 CFR 807.87(h) and 21 CFR 807.92)
## 1. Submitter's name and address:
Xstrahl Limited Unit 2 Maybrook Industrial Estate Maybrook Road Walsall Wood Brownhills West Midlands WS8 7DG U.K.
FDA Establishment Registration No. 3004561814
# 2. Submitter's telephone number and fax number:
Tel: 011 44 1543 688920 Fax: 011 44 1543 688928
# 3. Contact person:
Mr. Andrew Mullen, Operations Director
# 4. Date this 510(k) summary prepared:
June 30th 2017
# 5. Trade/proprietary name of the device:
Photoelectric Therapy System
# 6. Classification name and number of the device:
FDA Class - II FDA Product Code: JAD FDA Classification Name: X-Ray Radiation Therapy System FDA Regulation Number: 21CFR 892.5900
# 7. Legally marketed predicate device to which substantial equivalence is claimed:
| Device Manufacturer | Sensus Healthcare |
|----------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------|
| Device Name | SRT-100 Superficial Radiation<br>Therapy System |
| FDA 510(k) No. | K123985 |
| Clearance given by FDA<br>to market this device on | May 14th 2013 |
| FDA Class | II |
| FDA Product Code | JAD |
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| FDA Classification Name | X-Ray Radiation Therapy System |
|-------------------------|--------------------------------|
| FDA Regulation Number: | 21CFR 892.5900 |
## 8. Description of the device that is the subject of this premarket notification:
The Photoelectric Therapy System is a compact and ergonomic superficial X-Ray therapy system operating in the 10kV to 80kV range intended for superficial radiotherapy and surface electronic brachytherapy treatment of primary malignant epithelial neoplasms of the skin and keloids.
The Photoelectric Therapy System is a standalone X-Ray radiation therapy system consisting of the X-Ray Therapy Unit, a TP2 Central Control Unit (CCU), a Control POD (Control POD), and a PC on which user interface software is loaded. The system has a time based control system used with treatment filters and applicators. A range of bespoke treatment applicators and beam filters are available for use with the Photoelectric Therapy System.
The system is freestanding, self-contained, unobtrusive, compact and ergonomic in design, which helps to ensure a reassuring and stress-free patient experience. The system is floor mounted in order to accommodate almost any clinical space, and features ergonomically designed controls ensuring smooth adjustment and safe, simple patient set-up. The system requires connection to the clinical facilities electrical supply and room interlocks.
The system is intended for use within a hospital or other clinical environment where the patient is treated under 'outpatient' conditions by trained medical professionals only e.g. Radiographers, Clinicians and Oncologists. It is not intended for use by a patient or general public. The clinical environment typically consists of a safety-interlocked lead lined shielded Treatment Room housing the X-Ray Therapy Unit, the TP2 Central Control Unit and an Emergency Stop Button, with a Control Room housing the Control POD and the PC. Door interlocks and warning lights are located at the access point to the treatment room. The operator is located outside the treatment room during the treatment process.
# 9. Intended use and indication for use:
The Xstrahl Photoelectric Therapy System is a low energy X-Ray system intended for superficial radiotherapy and surface electronic brachytherapy treatment of primary malignant epithelial neoplasms of the skin and keloids.
Typical applications include treatment for Basal Cell Carcinoma, Squamous Cell Carcinoma, Metatypic Carcinoma, Cutaneous Appendage Carcinoma, Karposi's Sarcoma, Merkel Cell Carcinoma, Lentigo Maligna, Lentigo Maligna Melanoma, Cutaneous Lymphomas (B and T cell) and Keloids.
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The system, which is intended to be used by trained medical professionals, is compact and ergonomic and with its ease of use and installation can be utilised in hospital oncology centres, in addition to smaller dermatology and oncology practices.
## 10. Technological characteristics:
The primary application for the Photoelectric Therapy System is non-surgical non-melanoma skin cancer treatment. With the system being sufficiently small, ergonomic, with ease of use and installation such that it could be utilised in hospital oncology centres, in addition to smaller dermatology and oncology practices.
The system is freestanding, self-contained, unobtrusive, compact and ergonomic in design, which helps to ensure a reassuring and stress-free patient experience.
The system is floor mounted in order to accommodate almost any clinical space, and feature ergonomically designed controls ensuring smooth adjustment and patient set-up with a flexibility that allows patients to be treated in any position. The system requires connection to the clinical facilities electrical supply and safety circuits.
The system comprises a small freestanding base unit, with a footprint measuring 550mm x 550mm, incorporating 4 total-locking wheel castors, permitting movement of the base unit and X-Ray treatment head within the treatment room. with the system fixed in place prior to treatment with operation of a single foot lever.
The Control POD and PC are located in the control room, with the PC connecting to the Control POD by a USB cable. A single cable connects the POD and the TP2 Central Control Unit between the control room and the controller.
The TP2 Central Control Unit is wall mounted in the treatment room, with two small cables connecting to the X-Ray Therapy Unit.
An Emergency Stop button is incorporated on the controller, and provision for a second Emergency Stop to be fitted within the treatment room.
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# Summary of the Technological Characteristics of the Device compared with the Predicate Device
| Feature | Candidate Device:<br>Xstrahl Ltd.<br>Photoelectric Therapy<br>System | Predicate Device:<br>Sensus Healthcare<br>SRT-100 Superficial<br>Radiation Therapy System |
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| Basic design | Mobile base unit, with 4<br>lockable wheels, contains the<br>X-Ray generator, the X-Ray<br>tube head mounted on a<br>support arm and the X-Ray<br>tube cooling | Mobile base unit, with 4<br>lockable wheels, contains the<br>X-Ray generator, power supply<br>components, the X-Ray tube<br>head mounted on a support<br>arm, the X-Ray tube cooling<br>system, and controls and<br>indicators |
| Dimensions and<br>Weight | Base Unit:<br>The height of the base unit is<br>31" (80cm) and with the arm<br>fitted the height is 54" (138cm).<br>Weight 140lb (64kg).<br>Footprint 22" (550mm) x 22"<br>(500mm). | Base Unit:<br>67" H x 30 " W x 30" D<br>Weight 350lb (160kg)<br>Footprint 30" (762mm) x 30"<br>(762mm). |
| | TP2 Central Control Unit:<br>11" (275mm) W x 5.5"<br>(140mm) H x 6.5" (165mm) D<br>Weight 11lb (5kg) | Control Console:<br>9.5" H x 13.125" W x 7.25" D<br>Weight 25lb (12kg) |
| Voltage | 100 - 240 VAC | 100-120V<br>220-240V |
| Mains Frequency | 50-60Hz | 50-60Hz |
| X-Ray Source<br>Voltage | 10 kV to 80 kV | 50kV at 10mA 1.0mm Al HVL<br>70kV at 10mA 1.0mm Al HVL<br>100 kV at 8mA 2.0mm Al HVL |
| Operating<br>Temperature<br>Range | 15°C to 30°C (59°F to 86°F) | 10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F) |
| Operating Relative<br>Humidity Range | 10 to 80% (non-condensing) | 30% to 70% (non-condensing) |
| Operating<br>Temperature<br>Range | 15°C to 30°C (59°F to 86°F) | 10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F) |
| Feature | Candidate Device:<br>Xstrahl Ltd.<br>Photoelectric Therapy<br>System | Predicate Device:<br>Sensus Healthcare<br>SRT-100 Superficial<br>Radiation Therapy System |
| Treatment<br>Applicators | Standard Circular Applicators<br>are available in the following<br>diameters:<br>1.5cm, 2.0cm, 3.0cm, 4.0cm<br>and 5.0cm, all 5 cm FSD.<br><br>Optional Oval Lip Applicators<br>are available in the following<br>diameters:<br>1.0cm x 1.5cm, 1.0cm x<br>2.0cm, 1.0cm x 3.0cm,1.5cm x<br>3.0cm and 1.5 cm x 4.0cm<br>diameter, all at 5 cm FSD. | Standard Circular Applicators<br>are available in the following<br>diameters:<br>1.5cm,1.5cm, 2.0cm, 2.5cm,<br>3.0cm, 4.0cm and 5.0cm, all at<br>15 cm SSD<br>10.0cm and 12.7cm, both at 25<br>cm SSD<br><br>Optional Circular Applicator;<br>1.0cm at 15cm SSD is<br>available. |
| Filters | Standard Filters are available<br>with the following values;<br>1.85mm Al HVL and<br>2.5mm Al HVL. | Standard Filters are available<br>with the following values;<br>1.3mm Al HVL and<br>2.1mm Al HVL |
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# 11.Summary of Non-clinical Tests Undertaken
IEC 60601-1 Medical Electrical Equipment Part 1: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance
IEC 60601-1-6 Medical Electrical Equipment Part 1-6: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance. Collateral standard. Usability
EN 60601-2-8 (IEC-60601-2-8) Medical Electrical Equipment Part 2-8: Particular requirements for the basic safety and essential performance of therapeutic X-ray equipment operating in the range 10 kV to 1 MV
EN 60601-1-2 (IEC 60601-1-2) Medical Electrical Equipment Part 1-2: General requirements for safety - Collateral standard: Electromagnetic compatibility requirements and tests
IEC 62366 Medical Devices - Application of usability engineering to medical devices
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Additionally independent measurements were completed at the National Physics Laboratory UK (NPL) to verify compliance with the following recognized codes of practice and Xstrahl Customer Acceptance Test (CAT) procedure
IPEMB Code of Practice Phys. Med. Biol. 41 (1996) 2605–2625. Institute of Physics and Engineering in Medicine and Biology (IPEMB), Code of Practice for the determination of absorbed dose for x-rays below 300 kV generating potential (0.035 mm Al-4 mm Cu HVL; 10-300 kV generating potential)
American Association of Physicists in Medicine (AAPM) Task Group 61 (TG-61), Protocol for 40-300 kV x-ray beam dosimetry in radiotherapy and radiobiology
This concludes the 510(k) Summary.
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