K172822 · Philips Medical Systems Nederland B.V. · OWB · Nov 22, 2017 · Radiology
Device Facts
Record ID
K172822
Device Name
Azurion series R1.2
Applicant
Philips Medical Systems Nederland B.V.
Product Code
OWB · Radiology
Decision Date
Nov 22, 2017
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Special
Regulation
21 CFR 892.1650
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Pediatric
Indications for Use
The Azurion series (within the limits of the used Operation Room table) are intended for use to perform: · Image guidance in diagnostic, interventional and minimally invasive surgery procedures for the following clinical application areas: vascular, non-vascular, cardiovascular and neuro procedures, · Cardiac imaging applications including diagnostics, interventional and minimally invasive surgery procedures. Additionally: - · The Azurion series can be used in a hybrid Operation Room. · The Azurion series contain a number of features to support a flexible and patient centric procedural workflow.
Device Story
Interventional fluoroscopic X-ray system; provides real-time visualization of patient anatomy during minimally invasive procedures. Inputs: X-ray radiation; outputs: real-time images, post-processed images, and reference/control images. Used in ORs or hybrid ORs by physicians. Features include ClarityIQ image processing, radiation safety controls, and DICOM compatibility. System configurations include monoplane or biplane geometries with 12", 15", or 20" flat detectors. Supports flexible, patient-centric workflows. Output assists physicians in guiding instruments, performing measurements, and making clinical decisions during procedures, potentially improving procedural accuracy and patient outcomes.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Substantial equivalence demonstrated via non-clinical performance testing, including software verification, system-level functional testing, and validation against intended use and user needs. Compliance with international standards (IEC/ISO) and FDA guidance documents provided.
Indicated for image guidance in diagnostic, interventional, and minimally invasive surgery procedures (vascular, non-vascular, cardiovascular, neuro, and cardiac) in human patients of all ages. Patient weight is limited by the operating table specifications.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An image-intensified fluoroscopic x-ray system is a device intended to visualize anatomical structures by converting a pattern of x-radiation into a visible image through electronic amplification. 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). An anthrogram tray or radiology dental tray intended for use with an image-intensified fluoroscopic x-ray 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. In addition, when intended as an accessory to the device described in paragraph (a) of this section, the fluoroscopic compression device 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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November 22, 2017
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Philips Medical Systems Nederland BV % Ms. Jeanette Becker Senior Regulatory Affairs Manager Veenpluis 4-6 Best, 5684PC THE NETHERLANDS
Re: K172822
Trade/Device Name: Azurion series R1.2 Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.1650 Regulation Name: Image-intensified fluoroscopic x-ray system Regulatory Class: II Product Code: OWB, JAA Dated: November 3, 2017 Received: November 6, 2017
Dear Ms. Becker:
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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Michael D. O'Hara For
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) K172822
Device Name Azurion series R1.2
Indications for Use (Describe)
The Azurion series (within the limits of the used Operation Room table) are intended for use to perform:
· Image guidance in diagnostic, interventional and minimally invasive surgery procedures for the following clinical application areas: vascular, non-vascular, cardiovascular and neuro procedures,
· Cardiac imaging applications including diagnostics, interventional and minimally invasive surgery procedures.
Additionally:
- · The Azurion series can be used in a hybrid Operation Room.
· The Azurion series contain a number of features to support a flexible and patient centric procedural workflow.
Patient Population
All human patients of all ages. Patient weight is limited to the specification of the patient table.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
X Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
| Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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## 510(k) Summary
This 510(k) summary of safety and effectiveness information is prepared in accordance with 21 CFR §807.92.
| Date Prepared: | September 13, 2017 | |
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| Manufacturer: | Philips Medical Systems Nederland B.V.<br>Veenpluis 4-6<br>5684 PC Best<br>The Netherlands<br>Establishment Registration Number: 3003768277 | |
| Primary Contact<br>Person: | Ms. Jeanette Becker<br>Senior Regulatory Affairs Manager<br>Phone: +31 611386380/ +31 621823383<br>E-mail: jeanette.becker@philips.com | |
| Secondary Contact<br>Person: | Ms. Marta Walker<br>Senior Regulatory Affairs Manager<br>Phone: +31 631978546<br>E-mail: marta.walker@philips.com | |
| Device: | Trade Name: | Azurion series R1.2 |
| | Classification Name: | Image-intensified fluoroscopic x-ray system |
| | Classification Regulation: | 21 CFR, Part 892.1650 |
| | Classification Panel: | Radiology |
| | Device Class: | Class II |
| | Product Code: | Primary Code: OWB<br>Subsequent Code: JAA |
| Predicate Device: | Trade Name: | Allura Xper R9 |
| | Manufacturer: | Philips Medical Systems Nederland B.V. |
| | 510(k) Clearance: | K163715 (January 26, 2016) |
| | Classification Name: | Image-intensified fluoroscopic x-ray system |
| | Classification Regulation: | 21 CFR, Part 892.1650 |
| | Classification Panel: | Radiology |
| | Device Class: | Class II |
| | Product Code: | Primary Code: OWB<br>Subsequent Code: JAA |
| Reference Device: | Trade Name: | Allura Xper R8.2.1 |
| | Manufacturer: | Philips Medical Systems Nederland B.V. |
| | 510(k) Clearance: | K141979 (August 19, 2014) |
| | Classification Name: | Image-intensified fluoroscopic x-ray system |
| | Classification Regulation: | 21 CFR, Part 892.1650 |
| Classification Panel: | Radiology | |
| Device Class: | Class II | |
| Product Code: | Primary Code: OWB<br>Subsequent Code: IAA | |
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Device description: The Azurion series R1.2 is classified as an interventional fluoroscopic X-ray system. The primary performance characteristics of the Azurion series R1.2 interventional fluoroscopic X-ray system include:
- Real-time image visualization of patient anatomy during procedures ●
- Imaging techniques and tools to assist interventional procedures ●
- Post processing functions after interventional procedures o
- Storage of reference/control images for patient records ●
- Compatibility to images of other modalities via DICOM o
- Built in radiation safety controls ●
This array of functions offers the physician the imaging information needed to perform minimally invasive interventional procedures.
The Azurion series R1.2 is available in a comparable set of configurations for monoplane models as the currently marketed and predicate devices Allura Xper R9.
Configurations are composed of detector type. (monoplane) geometry, table type and available image processing. The monoplane (single C-arm) and biplane (dual arm) systems are categorized into X-ray systems and the configurations are differentiated by the following features:
- 12 inch Flat detector (FD12)
- 15 inch Flat detector (FD15)
- 20 inch Flat detector (FD20) ●
Additionally, identical to the predicate devices, all configurations of the Azurion series R1.2 can be used in a hybrid operating room when supplied with a compatible operating room table, and can be optionally equipped with the ClarityIQ image processing algorithms.
Indications for Use: The Azurion series R1.2 (within the limits of the used Operating Room table) are intended for use to perform:
> • Image guidance in diagnostic, interventional and minimally invasive surgery procedures for the following clinical application areas: vascular, cardiovascular and neuro procedures.
> · Cardiac imaging applications including diagnostics, interventional and minimally invasive surgery procedures.
Additionally:
- The Azurion series R1.2 can be used in a hybrid Operating Room.
• The Azurion series R1.2 contain a number of features to support a flexible and patient centric procedural workflow.
Patient Population:
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All human patients of all ages. Patient weight is limited to the specification of the patient table.
Based on the information provided above, the Azurion series R1.2 is considered substantially equivalent to the currently marketed and predicate device Allura Xper R9 in terms of Indications for Use.
Technological The Azurion series R1.2 has similar technological characteristics compared to characteristics: the predicate device. The same hardware and software is used in the predicate and subject device. With exception of the following modifications implemented in the Azurion series R1.2:
- . Commercial introduction of monoplane configurations with
- o 12" flat detector
- 15" flat detector o
- Flat detector controller and System interface box integrated in 1 (one) unit (FDC-SIB)
- Redesign of Power Distribution Unit (PDU)
- System Software with Support of new HW components mentioned ● above, FDCSIB and PDU. Support of new labeling.
- New Product name Azurion
- System software product maintenance
- Commercial introduction of bi-plane configurations ●
- o frontal 12" and lateral 12" flat detector
- frontal 20" and lateral 12" flat detector O
- O frontal 20" and lateral 15" flat detector
The differences between the Azurion series R1.2 and the predicate device do not raise any new questions regarding safety or effectiveness. Based on the information provided in this 510(k) submission, the Azurion series R1.2 is considered substantially equivalent to the currently marketed predicate Allura Xper R9 in terms of fundamental scientific technology.
Summary of Non-Non-clinical performance testing has been performed on the Azurion series R1.2 Clinical Performance and demonstrates compliance with the following International and FDA-Data: recognized consensus standards and FDA guidance documents:
- . IEC 62304 Medical device software – Software life cycle processes (Edition 1.0, 2006). FDA/CDRH recognition number 13-32.
- ISO 14971 Medical devices – Application of risk management to medical devices (Edition 2.0, corrected version, 2007). FDA/CDRH recognition number 5-40.
- IEC 60601-2-28 - Particular requirements for the basic safety and essential performance of X-ray tube assemblies for medical diagnosis (Edition 2.0, 2010). FDA/CDRH recognition number 12-204
- IEC 60601-2-43 Particular requirements for the safety of X-Ray ● equipment for interventional procedures (Edition 2.0, 2010). FDA/CDRH recognition number 12-202.
- Guidance for Industry and FDA Staff Guidance for the Content of ● Premarket Submissions for Software Contained in Medical Devices, May 11, 2005 (document number 337).
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| | FDA Guidance for Industry and/or for FDA Reviewers/Staff and/or<br>Compliance: Guidance for the Submission of 510(k)'s for Solid State X-<br>ray Imaging Devices (document number 644). |
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| | Software verification testing of the functional and non-functional requirements as<br>well as performance, reliability and safety has been performed to cover system<br>level requirements as well as risk control measures. Results demonstrated that all<br>executed tests were passed. |
| | Non-clinical validation testing has been performed to cover the intended use,<br>commercial claims, service, user needs, effectiveness of safety measures and<br>instructions for use. |
| | Therefore, Azurion series R1.2 is substantially equivalent to the currently<br>marketed Allura Xper R9 in terms of safety and effectiveness. |
| Summary of Clinical<br>Performance Data: | The Azurion series R1.2 did not require clinical study data since substantial<br>equivalence to the currently marketed predicate device Allura Xper R9 was<br>demonstrated with the following attributes: |
| | Indication for use; Technological characteristics; Non-clinical performance testing; and Safety and effectiveness. |
| | These attributes demonstrated that the clinical performance of the modified<br>device is substantially equivalent to the predicate device. |
| Substantial<br>Equivalence<br>Conclusion: | The Azurion series R1.2 is substantially equivalent to the currently marketed<br>predicate device Allura Xper R9 in terms of indications for use, technological<br>characteristics and safety and effectiveness. |
| | The modification of the Azurion series R1.2 is within the controls and<br>predetermined specifications. Additionally, non-clinical performance tests<br>provided in this 510(k) premarket notification demonstrated substantial<br>equivalence to the predicate device and ensured that the modification is properly<br>introduced; verification and validation testing was conducted to ensure the proper<br>introduction of the modifications listed; conformance to IEC standards and<br>guidance documents were provided. All of these components and tests were used<br>to support substantial equivalence of the subject device and demonstrate that the<br>Azurion series R1.2 is as safe and effective as its predicate device without raising<br>any new safety and/or effectiveness concerns. |
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