The MICROPERIMETER MP-3 and MICROPERIMETER MP-3 Type S are indicated for use as: Color retinography Fixation examiner Fundus-related microperimetry Visual rehabilitation
Device Story
Microperimeter MP-3/MP-3 Type S is an ophthalmic diagnostic and rehabilitation device. It captures color fundus images and measures retinal visual sensitivity. Inputs include patient eye images (via infrared LED illumination) and patient responses to light stimuli projected by an internal LCD projector. The device performs auto-alignment and auto-focusing. It maps visual sensitivity using static perimetry principles, tracks fixation, and identifies the preferred retinal locus. For visual rehabilitation, it provides bio-feedback (audible sounds/music) to assist fixation training. Used in clinical settings by eye care professionals. Output is a fundus image overlaid with retinal sensitivity mapping, displayed on an integrated LCD screen. This data assists clinicians in evaluating retinal function and monitoring changes in fixation pre- and post-treatment.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Substantial equivalence is supported by bench testing, performance verification, and validation against international standards including ISO 15004-1, ANSI Z80.36, ISO 10940, ISO 12866, and IEC 62366-1.
Technological Characteristics
Ophthalmic camera and automatic perimeter. Features built-in LCD projector for stimuli/fixation targets and color CCD camera for fundus imaging. Employs infrared LED for alignment and xenon flash for imaging. Supports scotopic environment testing (Type S). Complies with ISO 15004-1, ANSI Z80.36, ISO 12866, ISO 10940, and IEC 60601-1-2. Software is classified as Moderate level of concern.
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients requiring color retinography, fixation examination, fundus-related microperimetry, and visual rehabilitation training.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An ophthalmic camera is an AC-powered device intended to take photographs of the eye and the surrounding area.
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls). The device, when it is a photorefractor or a general-use ophthalmic camera, is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 886.9.
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April 1, 2019
Nidek Co., Ltd % Enrico Bisson Manager, Regualatory Affairs Department Nidek Technologies Srl Via dell'Artigianato, 6/A Albignasego, 35020 It
Re: K190198
Trade/Device Name: Microperimeter MP-3, Microperimeter MP-3 Type S Regulation Number: 21 CFR 886.1120 Regulation Name: Ophthalmic Camera Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: HKI, HPT Dated: January 29, 2019 Received: February 4, 2019
Dear Enrico Bisson:
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. Although this letter refers to your product as a device, please be aware that some cleared products may instead be combination products. The 510(k) Premarket Notification Database located at https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfpmn/pmn.cfm identifies combination product submissions. 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) K190198
#### Device Name
Microperimeter MP-3, Microperimeter MP-3 Type S
Indications for Use (Describe) The MICROPERIMETER MP-3 and MICROPERIMETER MP-3 Type S are indicated for use as: Color retinography Fixation examiner Fundus-related microperimetry Visual rehabilitation
X Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
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## 510(k) Summary
Preparation Date: 3/20/2019
| Contact Details | | | 21 CFR 807.92(a)(1) |
|------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------|---------------------|
| Applicant Name | NIDEK CO., LTD. | | |
| Applicant Address | 34-14 Maehama, Hiroishi-cho Gamagori, AICHI, 443-0038, JA | | |
| Applicant Telephone Number | 011-815-33678901 | | |
| Applicant Contact | Mr. Mizuno Yoneji | | |
| Applicant Contact Email | Yoneji_Mizuno@nidek.co.jp | | |
| Correspondent Name | Nidek Technologies srl | | |
| Correspondent Address | Via dell'Artigianato, 6/A, Albignasego, Padova, 35020, IT | | |
| Correspondent Telephone Number | 003-932-86439091 | | |
| Correspondent Contact | Mr. Enrico Bisson | | |
| Correspondent Contact Email | enricobisson@nidektechnologies.it | | |
| Device Name | | | 21 CFR 807.92(a)(2) |
| Device Trade Name | Microperimeter MP-3 | | |
| Common Name | OPTHALMIC CAMERA. | | |
| Classification Name | CAMERA, OPHTHALMIC, AC-POWERED; PERIMETER, AUTOMATIC, AC-POWERED | | |
| Regulation Number | 886.1120 | | |
| Product Code | HKI; HPT | | |
| Legally Marketed Predicate Devices | | | 21 CFR 807.92(a)(3) |
| Predicate (510(k)) # | Predicate Trade Name (Primary Predicate is listed first) | Product Code | |
| K061768 | MP-1 MICRO PERIMETER | HKI | |
| K152729 | Microperimeter MP-3 | HKI | |
| Device Description Summary | | | 21 CFR 807.92(a)(4) |
The modified NIDEK Microperimeter MP-3 type S measure the visual sensitivity of a specified area on the fundus and captures color fundus images. The fundus image overlaid with the retinal sensitivity mapping is displayed on the screen for fundusimage-correlated evaluation. With reference to the Microperimeter MP-3, cleared with K152729, a rehabilitation function and the capability to performs exams in scotopic environments (only MP-3 type S) have been added.
Visual sensitivity mapping function
Visual sensitivity mapping can be displayed using static perimetry principle.
Stimuli and a fixation target are displayed by the built-in LCD projector. While focusing on the fixation target, the response button to indicate that they saw a stimulus projected at the location and light intensity specified by the internal measurement program or the operator. The patient's response signals are computed by the device and measurement results are displayed on the LCD.
#### Fixation function
The MicroperimeterMP-3 can measure fixation and determine the preferred retinal locus, simply by having the patient fixate on a target. Any change in fixation can be compared pre- and post-treatment because the patiently tracked during microperimetry.
Fundus photography function
Auto alignment is performed while observing on the LCD, the front of the patient's eye illumination LED (infrared light). After the alignment is roughly complete, the mode automatically changes to the fundus observation mode. The fundus of the patient's eye is illumination LED (infrared light). After alignment and focusing are automatically performed on the fight from the xenon flash lamp is emitted on the fundus. The light reflected from the fundus is captured by the built-in color CCD camera for fundus image capture.
Visual rehabilitation
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Preparation Date: 3/20/2019
# 510(k) Summary
Visual rehabilitation is a collective name of Fundus-related microperimetry, Feedback exam, They are used to support the fixation training for patient.
Feedback exam: similar function with the Fixation exam. The same as those in Fixation exam, Feedback exam, and Fixation exam, and differ only in the following characteristics: in the Feedback exam, a sound is heard and the appearance of the fixation target changes when the patient's vision inside the circle specified by the operator (TRL Trained[tarqet] Retinal Locus, which the patient cannot see).
## Intended Use/Indications for Use
The MICROPERIMETER MP-3 and MICROPERIMETER MP-3 Type S are indicated for use as: Color retinography Fixation examiner Fundus-related microperimetry
Visual rehabilitation
### Indications for Use Comparison
The indications for use are identical.
### Technological Comparison
The Microperimeter MP-3 and MP-3 Type S are substantially equivalent to the predicate device with regard to design, function, technological characteristics, intended use and performance characteristics.
The differences between the proposed and predicate device and justifications as to why these safety or efficacy concerns are as follows.
Differences in Color retinography
The subject device may perform alignment and focusing automatically, while the predicate device performs the same operation only manually.
Differences in Fixation examiner
The subject device may perform alignment and focusing automatically. While the predicate device performs the same operation only manually. The exam is performed in the same way, but the subject device has improved the result display.
Differences in Fundus-related microperimetry
The subject device may perform alignment and focusing automatically, while the predicate device performs the same operation only manually.
The background luminance can be set at 31.4 asb or 0.003 asb (Type S), while the predicate device allowed only 4 asb. The minimum stimulus luminance is 4.4 asb (4 asb - white - 34 dB mode) and 35.4 asb (31.4 asb white on white 34 dB mode) and for Type S 0.0042 asb (0.003 asb - white on white - 24 dB mode), while the predicate device allows only 8 asb. The maximum stimulus luminance is 10,031.4 asb, while the predicate device allows only 404 asb.
These larger ranges don't raise any safety issue. Compliances with both the light hazard recognized standards ISO 15004-1 and ANSI Z80.36, and voluntary ISO 12866 standards are documented.
Differences in Visual Rehabilitation
In the predicate device the bio-feedback audible signal consists of an internitting sound, with frequency increasing the doser the new PRL is to (center of) the central target until a continuous sound is heard. The subject device allows both continuous sound and music when the exam is successfully completed.
The subject device allows user to change the position of the Stimulation Pattern, while the predicate doesn't allow. The design modifications outlined in this Traditional 510(k) premarket notification do not (1) affect the intendication for use or (2) alter the fundamental scientific technology of the device. The proposed Microperimeter MP-3 and MP-3 Type S share the equivalent indications for use, the same technological characteristics and the same principle of operation as the predicate devices. Therefore, based on the similarities between the proposed Microperimeter MP-3 is substantially equivalent to MP-1MICRO PERIMETER (K061768) .
Testing in Support of Substantial Equivalence Determination
We have verified and validated that the Micropermeter MP-3 and MP-3 Type S meet its functions and performance requirements, and complies with applicable international standards (IEC 60601-1-2, ISO 15004-1, ANSI Z80.36, ISO 12866, ISO 10940).
As mentioned, all necessary bench testing was conducted on the addition of the proposed Microperimeter MP-3 and MP-3 Type S, to support a determination of substantial equivalence to the predicate device. Summary of Safety and Effectiveness
All the necessary safety tests were performed and documented. The results demonstrate that the subject device complies with applicable international standards (IEC 60601-1-2, ISO 15004-1, ANSI Z80.36, ISO 12866, ISO 10940) and it is safe as the predicate device.
## 21 CFR 807.92(a)(5)
21 CFR 807.92(a)(6)
21 CFR 807.92(a)(5)
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## 510(k) Summary
Preparation Date: 3/20/2019
All the necessary performance tests in support of substantial equivalence determination were conducted. The tests demonstrate that the subject device is effective and performs as well as the predicate device. The minor differences between the devices do not raise any new issues of safety or efficacy.
Thus the proposed Microperimeter MP-3 and MP-3 Type S are substantially equivalent to the predicate device.
### Non-Clinical and/or Clinical Tests Summary & Conclusions
21 CFR 807.92(b)
#### Non-Clinical Summary:
We have verified and validated that the Microperimeter MP-3 meets its functions and performance requirements, and complies with applicable international standards ISO 15004-1, ANSI Z80.36, ISO 10940, ISO 12866, IEC 62366-1. Software verification and validation were performed according to the internal Software Design and Development Procedure in compliance with IEC 62304. The software of this device was considered as a "Moderate" level of concern based on the FDA's Guidance for Industry and FDA Staff, "Guidance for the Content of Premarket Submissions for Software in Medical Devices" issued on: May 11, 2005.
Clinical Summary: Not Applicable
Conclusions:
All the necessary safety tests were performed and documented. The results device complies with applicable international standards ISO 15004-1, ANSI Z80.36, ISO 10940, ISO 12866, IEC 62366-1 and it is safe as the predicate device. All the necessary performance tests in support of substantial equivalence determination were conducted. The tests demonstrate that the subject device is effective and performs as well as the predicate device. The minor differences between the devices do not raise any new issues of safety or efficacy.
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