The Applanation Tonometer AT-1 is indicated to measure intraocular pressure for use as an aid in glaucoma screening and diagnosis.
Device Story
Applanation Tonometer AT-1 is a manual, slit-lamp-mounted device used by clinicians in medical offices, hospitals, and optometry clinics to measure intraocular pressure (IOP). It utilizes the Goldmann applanation method, where a clinician manually adjusts a control knob to apply force via a measuring prism (made of PMMA) to flatten a constant area (3.06mm diameter) of the patient's cornea. The device provides a direct reading of IOP in mmHg via a mechanical dial. It is a non-electrical, mechanical instrument available in Arm and Base models for integration with slit-lamp microscopes. The device aids in glaucoma screening and diagnosis by providing quantitative pressure data. Calibration is verified using a check weight. The measuring prism is reusable and requires manual cleaning and disinfection.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Performance was validated in accordance with ISO 8612:2009 (Ophthalmic Instruments - Tonometers). Biocompatibility of patient-contacting materials was evaluated per ISO 10993-1:2009. Cleaning and disinfection methods for the reusable measuring prism were validated.
Technological Characteristics
Manual contact tonometer; Goldmann applanation principle. Patient-contacting material: PMMA (acrylic resin). Other components: stainless steel, copper alloy, aluminum alloy. Dimensions: Arm model (71.2x135.0x249mm), Base model (71.2x80x184mm). Measurement range: 0-80mmHg. Mechanical operation; no electrical elements. Calibration via check weight. Complies with ISO 8612:2009.
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients requiring intraocular pressure measurement as an aid in glaucoma screening and diagnosis.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A tonometer and accessories is a manual device intended to measure intraocular pressure by applying a known force on the globe of the eye and measuring the amount of indentation produced (Schiotz type) or to measure intraocular tension by applanation (applying a small flat disk to the cornea). Accessories for the device may include a tonometer calibrator or a tonograph recording system. The device is intended for use in the diagnosis of glaucoma.
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October 17, 2017
Takagi Seiko Co., Ltd. Shinya Kitamura Official Correspondent Legal & Regulatory Affairs 330-2 Iwafune Nakano-shi, Nagano-ken 383-8585 JP
Re: K172728 Trade/Device Name: Applanation tonometer AT-1 Regulation Number: 21 CFR 886.1930 Regulation Name: Tonometer and Accessories Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: HKY Dated: September 5, 2017 Received: September 11, 2017
Dear Shinya Kitamura:
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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for Malvina B. Eydelman, M.D. Director Division of Ophthalmic and Ear, Nose and Throat Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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## Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K 172728
Device Name Applanation Tonometer AT-1
Indications for Use (Describe)
The Applanation Tonometer AT-1 is indicated to measure intraocular pressure for use as an aid in glaucoma screening and diagnosis.
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# K172728
# 510(k) Summary
## 1. SUBMITTER
| Company Name: | Takagi Seiko Co., Ltd. |
|--------------------------|------------------------------------------------------|
| Company Address: | 330-2 Iwafune, Nakano-Shi, Nagano-Ken 383-8585 JAPAN |
| Telephone No: | +81-269-22-4511 |
| Fax No: | +81-269-26-6321 |
| Contact Person: | SHINYA KITAMURA |
| Title of Contact Person: | None |
| Telephone No: | +81-269-22-4511 |
| Fax No: | +81-269-26-6321 |
| Email Address: | kitamura.shinya@takagi-j.com |
| Date Prepared: | October 12, 2017 |
# 2. DEVICE
| Name of Device: | Applanation Tonometer AT-1 |
|----------------------|---------------------------------------------|
| Models: | Arm Model, Base Model |
| Common Name: | Goldmann Tonometer |
| Classification Name: | Tonometer and Accessories (21 CFR 886.1930) |
| Regulatory Class: | II |
| Product Code: | HKY |
# 3. PREDICATE DEVICE
| Manufacturer: | HAAG - STREIT |
|--------------------|------------------------------|
| Device trade name: | APPLANATION TONOMETER AT 900 |
| Regulatory Class: | II |
| Product Code: | HKY |
| 510(k) number: | K981432 |
This predicate has not been subject to a design-related recall.
- (1) No records were found with Product: applanation tonometer AT 900 Date Classified from: 1980 Date Classified to: 2015
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## 4. DEVICE DESCRIPTION
### 4.1 Device Identification
The device consists of a pressurizing force control unit, tonometer tip (hereinafter referred to as measuring prism), section connected to a slit lamp microscope, and accessories. The measuring prism requires disinfection. The device is available in two models according to the difference in the method of connecting to a slit lamp microscope, while the pressurizing force control unit and measuring prism are the same for the two models. Each model includes no electrical elements. The device is set up to a dedicated support on the slit lamp, and used together with a commercially available slit lamp microscope. The pressurizing force control unit of the device incorporates a measurement dial that indicates pressurizing force, including a pressurizing force control knob, and a prism holder to mount the measuring prism. Also, the pressurizing force control unit includes a connector for mounting a check weight holder to check the pressurizing force of the device. The product is a manual medical device.
### 4.2 Related accessories are as follows:
Check weight / check weight holder used to check the pressurizing force of the device
### 4.3 Models are as follows:
### 1) Arm Model
The arm model can be left on a slit lamp permanently as it is fixed to the mounting base of the microscope of the slit lamp, and it is turned in front of the microscope for examination. The applanation surface is observed monocularly through the left eyepiece lens.
### 2) Base Model
The base model is set on the slit lamp shaft by the guide plate. and it can be moved between two positions on the guide plate for observation through the right or left eyepiece lens.
### 4.4 Device Characteristics
- 1) Patients-contacting material: PMMA.
- 2) The measuring prism of the device is reusable.
- 3) Cleaning and disinfection method
The cleaning and disinfection method of the measuring prism of the device is as follows:
- a) Manual washing.
- b) Immersion in disinfectant.
- c) Manual removal of disinfectant with running.
### 4.5 Environment of Use
4.5.1 Areas of application of the device
The Applanation Tonometer AT-1 is intended for use in medical offices, hospitals, and in optometrist and optician offices and clinics.
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4.5.2 Ambient conditions Temperature: +10℃ to +35℃ Air Pressure: 800hPa to 1060hPa Relative humidity: 30% to 75%
## 4.6 Method of Operation
In applanation tonometry the intraocular pressure is calculated from the force required to flatten a constant area of the cornea.
The operation principal based on Goldmann applanation method.
## 4.7 Materials of Use
General type of material used
The Applanation Tonometer AT-1 comes into contact with patients' corneal mucosal membrane surface, the material is acrylic resin and the contact time is limited exposure, respectively. Other component parts of the device are made of general materials (example: stainless Steel, copper alloy, and aluminum alloy).
## 4.8 Calibration
Pressure applied to the pressurizing arm is periodically checked by use of the check weight during factory production/by users.
## 5. INDICATIONS FOR USE
The Applanation Tonometer AT-1 is indicated to measure intraocular pressure for use as an aid in glaucoma screening and diagnosis.
## 6. COMPARISON OF TECHNOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS WITH THE PREDICATE DEVICE
## 6.1 Comparison of AT900 and AT-1
Table 1. Applanation Tonometer AT-1 (Arm Model & Base Model) vs. HAAG-STREIT Applanation Tonometer AT900
| | Comparison of Goldmann Tonometer Technical Characteristics | |
|--------------------|------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------|
| | Applanation Tonometer AT-1 vs. Haag-Streit AT900 | |
| Criteria | Predicate Device<br>Haag-Streit AT900 | New Device<br>Applanation Tonometer AT-1 |
| 510(k) Number | K981432 | K172728 |
| Type | Manual contact Tonometer | Manual contact Tonometer |
| Indication | Intraocular Pressure<br>(IOP) measurement | Intraocular Pressure<br>(IOP) measurement |
| Design | Slit lamp mounted<br>Manual dial | Slit lamp mounted<br>Manual dial |
| Prism Material | PMMA | PMMA |
| Measurement Range | 0 – 80mmHg | 0 – 80mmHg |
| Measurement Method | Applanation | Applanation |
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| Measurement<br>technique | Direct reading of IOP in<br>mmHg (each division on<br>dial of measuring drum is<br>equal to 0.2gf (1.96mN)) | Direct reading of IOP in<br>mmHg (each division on dial<br>of measuring drum is equal to<br>0.2gf (1.96mN)) |
|--------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Applanation circle<br>diameter | 3.06mm | 3.06mm |
| Calibration | Maintenance and calibration<br>required | Maintenance and calibration<br>required |
| Intended use | The goldmann manual<br>tonometer is an appliance that<br>serves to measure intraocular<br>pressure, according to the<br>goldmann method. The<br>measuring of the pressure<br>requires to maintain a uniform<br>applanation of the surface of the<br>cornea. It is specially indicated<br>in glaucoma disease. | The Applanation Tonometer<br>AT-1 is indicated to measure<br>intraocular pressure for use as<br>an aid in glaucoma screening<br>and diagnosis. |
### 6.2 Technical Specifications
Table 2. Applanation Tonometer AT-1 (Arm Model & Base Model) vs. HAAG-STREIT Applanation Tonometer AT900
| Models<br>Item | Predicate Device<br>Haag-Streit AT900 | New Device<br>Applanation Tonometer AT-1 | |
|-----------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------|--------------------------|
| | | Arm Model | Base Model |
| Measurement range | 0-80mmHg | | |
| One scale unit | 1.96mN | | |
| Measurement accuracy | ±1.5 % of the nominal value or ±0.49 mN, whichever is greater | | |
| Repeatability | ≤0.50mN | | |
| Reverse span | 0.49mN | | |
| Applanation circle diameter | 3.06mm ± 0.02mm | | |
| Applanation area | 7.354 mm² | | |
| Dimensions (millimeter) | 89(W)×115(D)<br>× 250(H) | 71.2 (W)x135.0(D)<br>x249(H) | 71.2(W)x80(D)<br>x184(H) |
| Weight | 0.5kg | 0.44kg | 0.34kg |
## 7. PERFORMANCE AND SAFETY
### 7.1 Performance Testing
Performance of the Applanation Tonometer AT-1 was tested in accordance with ISO 8612:2009-Ophtalmic Instrument-Tonometers, Annex A.2.
### 7.2 Validation of Cleaning and disinfection Methods
Regarding the reusable measuring prism, validation of the cleaning and disinfection method is carried out by the validation test, and it is confirmed that it passed.
### 7.3 Life
Shelf life and service life of Applanation Tonometer AT-1 and the measuring prism are described.
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### 7.4 Material Biocompatibility
Concerning the safety of Applanation Tonometer AT-1 material which comes in direct contact with a patient's eyes, comparative evaluations were performed with the Predicate Device by applying ISO 10993-1:2009-Biological evaluation of medical device-Part 1: Evaluation and testing within a risk management process.
#### 7.5 Labeling
For usage methods and cleaning and disinfection methods of the Applanation Tonometer AT-1, an instruction manual is provided.
## 8. Conclusion
According to each evaluation result as mentioned above, the Applanation Tonometer AT-1 is substantially equivalent to the predicate device in safety, performance, specifications and etc.
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