K173425 · Sensus Healthcare, Inc. · JAD · Mar 23, 2018 · Radiology
Device Facts
Record ID
K173425
Device Name
SRT-100+
Applicant
Sensus Healthcare, Inc.
Product Code
JAD · Radiology
Decision Date
Mar 23, 2018
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 892.5900
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic, Real-World Evidence
Real-World Evidence
Submission
Device
Sponsor
RWD Sources
RWE Use Summary
Key Tags
K173425 · Mar 23, 2018
SRT-100+
Sensus Healthcare, Inc.
Published clinical literature
A literature review of multiple clinical studies was conducted to support the safety and efficacy claims for the SRT-100+ in treating primary malignant epithelial neoplasms of the skin and keloids.
Literature Review; Keloids; Malignant Neoplasms; Superficial Radiotherapy
Clinical Evidence
Study Design
Population
Comparator
Key Endpoints
Summary of multiple clinical studies for the treatment of keloids and supporting literature; Literature review
Patients with primary malignant epithelial neoplasms of the skin and keloids
Not applicable for this study
Safety and efficacy of superficial radiotherapy
Indications for Use
The SRT-100+ System is a low energy x-ray system, intended for superficial radiotherapy treatments of primary malignant epithelial neoplasms of the skin and keloids. Applications include: (a) basal cell carcinoma; (b) squamous cell carcinoma; (c) Metatypic carcinoma; (d) cutaneous appendage carcinoma (e) Kaposi's Sarcoma; and (t) the treatment of keloids. Keloids are benign fibrous growths that arise from proliferation of dermal tissue typically arising from injuries to skin tissue. A red-diode laser is employed for the assisting with cone applicator placement.
Device Story
SRT-100+ is a stand-alone superficial x-ray radiation therapy system. It comprises a control console, base unit with high-voltage generator, red-diode laser for applicator positioning, and interchangeable applicators. The system emits filtered low-energy x-rays (20-100 kV) using a Comet MXR-100 tube. Applicators define the source-to-skin distance and beam diameter; each contains a unique magnet binary code for automatic system detection and dose-rate correlation. Operated by physicians or qualified personnel in clinical settings, the device delivers fractionated radiation doses to skin lesions. The control console manages settings; no automated treatment planning is performed. The system provides precise, user-error-free dose rate calculations based on the detected applicator. Benefits include targeted treatment of skin cancers and keloids while sparing healthy tissue through fractionated delivery.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. No clinical trials were conducted for this submission. Safety and efficacy are supported by a review of clinical literature regarding superficial radiotherapy for the indicated skin conditions and keloids, alongside verification and validation testing performed by independent laboratories to ensure compliance with IEC/ISO standards.
Technological Characteristics
System uses a Comet MXR-100 metal ceramic x-ray tube. Energy range: 20, 30, 50, 70, 100 kV. Filtration: 0.10 mm Al (20-30 kV), 0.45 mm Al (50 kV), 0.75 mm Al (70 kV), 1.15 mm Al (100 kV). Includes red-diode laser (FDA Class 3A). Applicators use magnetic binary identification for automatic detection. Stand-alone unit with articulating arm. Standards: IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, IEC 60601-1-6, IEC 60601-2-8, IEC 62366, IEC 60825-1.
Indications for Use
Indicated for superficial radiotherapy of primary malignant epithelial neoplasms of the skin (basal cell, squamous cell, metatypic, cutaneous appendage, Kaposi's sarcoma) and keloids in patients requiring radiation therapy.
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.
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Sensus Healthcare, Inc. % Mr. Nicolas Soro QA/RA Manager 851 Broken Sound Parkway NW, Suite 215 BOCA RATON FL 33487
March 23, 2018
Re: K173425
Trade/Device Name: SRT-100+ Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.5900 Regulation Name: X-ray radiation therapy system Regulatory Class: II Product Code: JAD Dated: February 23, 2018 Received: February 26, 2018
Dear Mr. Soro:
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K173425
Device Name SRT-100+
Indications for Use (Describe)
The SRT-100+ System is a low energy x-ray system, intended for superficial radiotherapy treatments of primary malignant epithelial neoplasms of the skin and keloids. Applications include: (a) basal cell carcinoma; (b) squamous cell carcinoma; (c) Metatypic carcinoma; (d) cutaneous appendage carcinoma (e) Kaposi's Sarcoma; and (t) the treatment of keloids. Keloids are benign fibrous growths that arise from proliferation of dermal tissue typically arising from injuries to skin tissue.
A red-diode laser is employed for the assisting with cone applicator placement.
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## 510(k) Summary
## 510(k) SUMMARY
[As Required by 21 CFR 807.92(c)]
| Submitter's Name & Address: | Sensus Healthcare<br>851 Broken Sound Parkway NW<br>Suite 215<br>Boca Raton, FL 33487 |
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| Contact Person: | Kal Fishman, CTO<br>Telephone (561) 922-5808<br>Fax (561) 948-2071<br>kal@sensushealthcare.com |
| Date Summary Prepared: | March 19, 2018 |
| Device Name: | Trade/Proprietary Name – SRT-100+<br>Common/Usual Name – Superficial X-ray Radiation<br>Therapy System<br>Classification Name – X-ray Radiation Therapy Syster<br>(892.5900) |
| Classification: | Class II |
| Product Code: | JAD |
| Regulation Number: | 892.5900 |
| Predicate Device: | Sensus Healthcare SRT-100 Vision (K150037) |
| Reference Devices: | Sensus Healthcare SRT-100 (K123985) |
# Previous FDA Submissions & Clearances
510(k) Summary (Sensus Healthcare SRT-100+)
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Table 1.0 contains a compilation of previously cleared versions of the SRT-100 and SRT-100 Vision Systems.
| Clearance | Date | Class | Product<br>Code | System | Indications for Use |
|-----------|--------------------|-------|-----------------|-------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| K150037 | 16 October<br>2015 | II | JAD | SRT-100<br>Vision | The SRT-100 Vision is a low energy x-ray system, with ultrasound imaging and red-diode laser capabilities, intended for superficial radiotherapy treatment of primary malignant epithelial neoplasms of the skin and keloids. |
| K131582 | 28 August<br>2013 | II | JAD | SRT-100<br>Vision | The SRT-100 Vision is a low energy x-ray system, with ultrasound imaging and red-diode laser capabilities, intended for superficial radiotherapy treatment of primary malignant epithelial neoplasms of the skin and keloids. |
| K123985 | 14 May<br>2013 | II | JAD | SRT-100 | The SRT-100 is a low energy x-ray system intended for superficial radiotherapy treatment of primary malignant epithelial neoplasms of the skin and keloids. |
| K063456* | 9 January<br>2007 | II | JAD | SRT-100 | The SRT-100 is a low energy x-ray system intended for superficial radiotherapy treatment of primary malignant epithelial neoplasms of the skin. |
Table 1.0 – Previously Cleared SRT-100 Systems
*Note: This original clearance was provided to Topex, Inc. in 2007. It was also the predicate device referenced for the Esteya System.
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## Device Description
The Sensus Healthcare SRT-100+ is a complete, stand-alone, x-ray radiation therapy system. It consists of four separate components: (a) control console; (b) base unit; (c) red-diode laser; and (d) applicators.
- (a) Control Console: Specifically designed module housing the switches and indicators used by the operator to set up and execute x-ray exposures. The controls adjust the machine functions and settings only! There is no treatment planning capability. The Control Console is connected, through a cable, to the Base Unit.
- (b) Base Unit: The base unit consists of a cabinet containing the high voltage generator, power supply components, cooling system, and an arm/positioning mechanism on which the x-ray tube housing assembly is mounted. A series of Applicators are included, which are affixed to the x-ray port on the x-ray tube housing assembly to limit the x-ray beam and provide fixed Source-to-Skin Distance (SSD). The X-ray Tube-Housing Assembly contains a motorized filter mechanism, which moves the appropriate beam filter: (a) 0.10 mm Al at 20 to 30 kV: (b) 0.45 mm A1 at 50kV: (c) 0.75 mm Al at 70 kV; and (d) 1.15 mm Al at 100 kV; into the beam path depending on the kV setting selected by the operator.
- (c) Red-Diode Laser: A red-diode laser is integrated with the SRT-100+ System. The laser is manufactured by U.S. Laser and is classified as FDA Laser Class 3A. The application of the red-diode laser with the Sensus SRT-100 Vision has been tested in accordance with IEC 60825-1.
- (d) Applicators: The system is shipped with a set of interchangeable treatment applicators, which define the source to skin distance (SSD) and the diameter of the
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treatment beam's exposure. The applicator size, therefore, determines the amount of total dose delivered per minute to the lesion and the actual area that will be treated by the system's x-ray beam. Each applicator is embedded with a unique magnet binary combination, which allows the system to automatically detect an applicator as it is mounted on the x-ray port. This provides the system with the information about the applicator's SSD and diameters, which allows it to correlate the applicable dose rate for each applicator that is attached to the x-ray port, thus allowing for a precise and user-error-free dose rate per minute calculation. There are a variety of applicator sizes available for use with the Sensus Healthcare SRT-100+ System, driven by the treatment modality.
#### Indications for Use:
The SRT-100+ System is a low energy x-ray system, intended for superficial radiotherapy treatments of primary malignant epithelial neoplasms of the skin and keloids. Applications include: (a) basal cell carcinoma; (b) squamous cell carcinoma; (c) Metatypic carcinoma; (d) cutaneous appendage carcinoma (e) Kaposi's Sarcoma; and (f) the treatment of keloids. Keloids are benign fibrous growths that arise from proliferation of dermal tissue typically arising from injuries to skin tissue.
A red-diode laser is employed for the assisting with cone applicator placement.
## Prescriptive Statement
The SRT-100+™ System is intended for use by a physician and other specially-qualified individuals properly trained in the system's use, science, and application.
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Caution: Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician.
## Technological Characteristics/Principles of Operation
The SRT-100+ produces and emits filtered, low energy (20, 30, 50, 70, and 100 kV) xray radiation, which is electrically generated using a conventional metal ceramic x-ray tube (Comet MXR-100). Provision is made to limit the x-radiation to a specified treatment field, and to control the radiation dose to the patient through selection and monitoring of energy, emission level and duration of emission. To mitigate effects of ionizing radiation on healthy cells, and to accumulate more damage in the neoplastic cells and keloids associated with scar tissue, the total dose is fractionated, which means distributing the total dose over a period of time. Typically, 8 to 12 fractions at a rate of 1 to 5 per week are used to deliver a total dose of 40-60 Gy, although larger PMENs may require up to 40 fractions over an 8-week period for a total dose of 80 Gy. When treating keloids, typically 1 to 4 fractions are employed, delivering a total dose in the range of 10 to 40 Gy.
#### Review of Clinical Literature
A summary of multiple clinical studies for the treatment of keloids and supporting literature has been collected, reviewed, and a clinical evaluation report scripted in support of this 510(k). The literature collected and reviewed supports Sensus Healthcare's claims of safety and efficacy for the application of superficial radiotherapy treatments of primary malignant epithelial neoplasms of the skin and keloids. Applications include: (a) basal cell carcinoma; (b) squamous cell carcinoma; (c) Metatypic carcinoma; (d) cutaneous appendage carcinoma (e) Kaposi's
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Sarcoma; and (f) the treatment of keloids. Keloids are benign fibrous growths that arise from proliferation of dermal tissue typically arising from injuries to skin tissue.
## Summary of Non-Clinical Performance Testing
All of the Sensus Healthcare SRT-100+ capabilities are also found in the previously cleared SRT-100 Vision System predicate device; and similar capabilities. The Sensus Healthcare SRT-100+ System, as configured, has been engineered and tested to meet Sensus Healthcare product requirements, required electrical and mechanical safety standards, and meet clinical expectations. All testing of the SRT-100+ System was performed in accordance with defined test cases with clearly delineated acceptance criteria. Additionally, FDA consensus standards and recognized ISO and IEC standards (e.g., IEC 60601-1 3rd edition) were employed for the bench testing, functional testing, and overall system performance testing of the SRT-100+. Furthermore, all testing was performed by qualified and accredited independent laboratories.
#### Non-clinical Safety Tests
The Sensus Healthcare SRT-100+ has been designed and constructed to meet the following electrical and mechanical safety standards:
- o IEC 60601-1:2005 Ed.3+A1; C1: 2014 Medical Electrical Equipment Part 1: General Requirements For Basic Safety And Essential Performance
- o AAMI ES60601-1:2005 +A1:2012 Medical Electrical Equipment Part 1: General Requirements For Basic Safety And Essential Performance
- CSA C22.2#60601-1:2014 Ed.3 Medical Electrical Equipment Part 1: General o Requirements For Basic Safety And Essential Performance
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- IEC 60601-1-2:2007 Part 1: General requirements for safety. Collateral standard: o electromagnetic compatibility - requirements and tests
- IEC 60601-1-6:2010 Ed.3+A1 Medical Electrical Equipment Part 1-6: General o Requirements For Basic Safety And Essential Performance - Collateral Standard: Usability
- IEC 60601-2-8:2010 Ed.2+A1 Medical Electrical Equipment Part 2-8: Particular o Requirements For Basic Safety And Essential Performance Of Therapeutic X-Ray Equipment Operating In The Range 10 Kv To 1 Mv
- IEC 62366:2007 Ed.1+A1 Medical Devices Application Of Usability Engineering o To Medical Devices
- IEC 60825-1:2007 Safety of laser products Part 1: Equipment o classification and requirements
### Substantial Equivalence Discussion
## Sensus Healthcare SRT-100 Vision (K150037)
The SRT-100+ was designed using the critical components of the SRT-100 Vision system. including the same X-ray tube for delivery of radiation and the same control boards/PCBs that control the unit. The SRT-100+ has a contracted indication for use when compared to the SRT-100 Vision with the removal of the imaging capabilities (ultrasound module) and a removal of the electronic brachytherapy treatment. Functionally, the unit can perform radiation emissions in the 20, 30, 50, 70, or 100 kV range as opposed to the Vision's larger 20, 30, 50, 60, 70, 80, 90, or 100 kV range. Furthermore, the SRT-100+ has four (4) filtration options vs six (6) filtration options on the SRT-100 Vision. The unit has an articulating arm similar to the predicate device that is used to position the X-ray head for delivery of therapy. During treatment, the same applicators and applicator tips that are attached to the X-ray head of the SRT-100 Vision are used on the SRT-100+. The device is similar in size, dimensions, and
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weight where both devices are mounted on a baseplate attached to castors for ease of mobility and positioning during installation and operation of the device.
### Sensus Healthcare SRT-100 (K123985)
The SRT-100 system was originally designed by Topex Inc. and cleared under 510(k) K063456 on January 09, 2007. The Topex SRT-100 and associated intellectual properties (IP) were acquired by Sensus Healthcare in 2010. The SRT-100 user requirements were reviewed along with the SRT-100 Vision user requirements during the development of the SRT-100+ system. Functionally, the SRT-100 can perform radiation emissions in 50, 70, or 100 kV range as opposed to the SRT-100+'s expanded 20, 30, 50, 70, or 100 kV range. The core functionality of the SRT-100+ is very similar to the SRT-100 including comparable size, weight, and dimensions, but ultimately the SRT-100 Vision was chosen as the predicate device due to similarity of subcomponents used in the device.
## Conclusion Statement
All the SRT-100+ System's intended use can be found in the intended use of the predicate device and reference device. Any technological changes to the device are minor, primarily as it pertains to industrial design, and do not raise new questions of safety or effectiveness. Performance testing, along with verification activities demonstrate that SRT-100+ is as safe and effective, and performs as well as the predicate device. Therefore, SRT-100+ can be considered substantially equivalent to the predicate device.
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