K191528 · Venus Concept USA, Inc. · GEI · Sep 6, 2019 · General, Plastic Surgery
Device Facts
Record ID
K191528
Device Name
Venus Legacy Pro Device
Applicant
Venus Concept USA, Inc.
Product Code
GEI · General, Plastic Surgery
Decision Date
Sep 6, 2019
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 878.4400
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
When used with the Octipolar (LB1) or Diamondpolar (LF1) applicators, the Venus Legacy Pro device is intended for use in dermatologic and general surgical procedures for the non-invasive treatment of moderate to severe facial wrinkles and rhytides in Fitzpatrick skin types I-IV. When used with the 4D Body (LB2) or 4D Face (LF2) applicators, the Venus Legacy Pro device is intended for the delivery of non-thermal RF combined with Massage and magnetic field pulses for the treatment of the following medical conditions: - Relief of minor muscles aches and pain, relief of muscle spasm - Temporary improvement of local blood circulation - Temporary reduction in the appearance of cellulite
Device Story
Venus Legacy Pro is a console-based system integrating RF, pulsed magnetic fields (PMF), and vacuum massage. It combines functionality of two predicate devices (Legacy BX and CX) into one console, allowing simultaneous connection of four applicators: Octipolar (LB1), Diamondpolar (LF1), 4D Body (LB2), and 4D Face (LF2). The device is operated by clinicians in a professional setting. RF energy heats adipose and muscular tissues to trigger tissue-level changes; PMF assists treatment effects; vacuum provides deep tissue massage, improving electrical coupling and contact. The console features a touchscreen interface, power supply, RF generator, and suction module. Clinicians use the device to treat wrinkles, muscle pain, and cellulite. Benefits include non-invasive tissue shrinkage and improved circulation. The device includes an integral thermometer to maintain skin surface temperatures between 39°C-45°C.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Evidence consists of bench testing, including software validation, device verification, and performance testing to confirm output specifications. Bench tests confirmed the ability of LB2 and LF2 applicators to maintain skin surface temperatures between 39°C-45°C. Electrical safety and electromagnetic compatibility were verified per IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-2-2, IEC 60601-1-6, and IEC 60601-1-2 standards.
Technological Characteristics
Console-based system with RF generator (1MHz), vacuum module, and PMF generator (15 Gauss, 15Hz). Applicators: Octipolar (LB1), Diamondpolar (LF1), 4D Body (LB2), 4D Face (LF2). Materials are biocompatible. Power: 100-120 VAC/60Hz or 220-240 VAC/50Hz. Features integral thermometer for temperature monitoring (39°C-45°C). Software developed per IEC 62304. Connectivity: Touchscreen UI.
Indications for Use
Indicated for females requiring non-invasive treatment of moderate to severe facial wrinkles/rhytides (Fitzpatrick I-IV) using Octipolar/Diamondpolar applicators. Indicated for relief of minor muscle aches/pain/spasm, temporary improvement of local blood circulation, and temporary reduction in cellulite appearance using 4D Body/Face applicators.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An electrosurgical cutting and coagulation device and accessories is a device intended to remove tissue and control bleeding by use of high-frequency electrical current.
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September 6, 2019
Venus Concept USA Inc. % Elissa Burg Regulatory Consultant BioVision Ltd Had Nes 183 Had Nes, Israel 1295000
#### Re: K191528
Trade/Device Name: Venus Legacy Pro Device Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.4400 Regulation Name: Electrosurgical Cutting and Coagulation Device and Accessories Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: GEI, PBX Dated: June 6, 2019 Received: June 10, 2019
Dear Elissa Burg:
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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Sincerely.
Long Chen, Ph.D. Assistant Director DHT4A: Division of General Surgery Devices OHT4: Office of Surgical and Infection Control Devices Office of Product Evaluation and Quality Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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#### V. INDICATIONS FOR USE STATEMENT
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Food and Drug Administration
Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K K191528
#### Device Name Venus Legacy Pro
Indications for Use (Describe)
When used with the Octipolar (LB1) or Diamondpolar (LF1) applicators, the Venus Legacy Pro device is intended for use in dermatologic and general surgical procedures for the non-invasive treatment of moderate to severe facial wrinkles and rhytides in Fitzpatrick skin types I-IV.
When used with the 4D Body (LB2) or 4D Face (LF2) applicators, the Venus Legacy Pro device is intended for the delivery of non-thermal RF combined with Massage and magnetic field pulses for the treatment of the following medical conditions:
- Relief of minor muscles aches and pain, relief of muscle spasm ●
- Temporary improvement of local blood circulation ●
- Temporary reduction in the appearance of cellulite ●
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
>Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
_Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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## 510(k) SUMMARY - K191528
## VENUS LEGACY PRO DEVICE
| Applicant Name: | Venus Concept USA Inc. 1880<br>N Commerce Pkwy, Suite 2<br>Weston, FL33326, USA Tel:<br>+972 - 549599215 |
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- Contact Person: Dr. Yoni Iger VP QA/RA/CA Venus Concept USA Inc.
- June 6, 2019 Date Prepared:
- Trade Name: Venus Legacy Pro Device
- Classification Name: Electrosurgical cutting and coagulation device and accessories 21 CFR 878.4400
- Product Codes: GEI, PBX
- Classification: Class II Medical Device
- Classification Panel: General & Plastic Surgery
- Venus Legacy BX (K142910) Predicate Devices: Venus Legacy CX (K143554)
#### Intended Use/Indication for Use:
When used with the Octipolar (LB1) or Diamondpolar (LF1) applicators, the Venus Legacy Pro device is intended for use in dermatologic and general surgical procedures for temales for the non-invasive treatment of moderate to severe facial wrinkles and rhytides in Fitzpatrick skin types I-IV.
When used with the 4D Body (LB2) or 4D Face (LF2) applicators, the Venus Legacy Pro device is intended for the delivery of non-thermal RF combined with Massage and magnetic field pulses for the treatment of the following medical conditions:
- · Relief of minor muscles aches and pain, relief of muscle spasm
- Temporary improvement of local blood circulation
- · Temporary reduction in the appearance of cellulite
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## Device Description:
The Venus Legacy Pro device consists of a console (main unit) and four applicators - Octipolar (LB1), Diamondpolar (LF1), 4D Body (LB2) and 4D Face (LF2). The console contains a power supply unit, an RF generator (power module, on main board), a suction module (vacuum), a controller unit (on main board) and a touchscreen user interface and display panel.
The Venus Legacy Pro device combines two previously cleared devices (Legacy BX, K142910 and Legacy CX. K143554) into one device. The two applicators that were cleared for the Legacy BX Device - Octipolar (LB1) and Diamondpolar (LF1) and the two applicators that were cleared for the Legacy CX device - 4D Body (LB2) and 4D Face (LF2) can now be connected simultaneously to a single console, the Legacy Pro device's console.
## Technological Characteristics:
The Venus Legacy Pro device provides RF treatments combined with emitted magnetic fields via the Octipolar (LB1) and Diamondpolar (LF1) applicators and RF treatments combined with emitted magnetic fields and vacuum massaging via the 4D Body (LB2) and 4D Face (LF2) applicators. The RF currents heat the adipose and muscular tissues to trigger tissue level changes leading to temporary reduction in the appearance of cellulite and temporary relief of muscle pain and muscle spasm. The RF heating effect also improves local blood circulation in the dermal and sub dermal layers. The PMF assists in achieving treatment desired effect. The Vacuum is mainly used for the massaging of deep tissues by creating mild to deep suction. The vacuum massage contributes to the dermal, sub-dermal and adipose tissues shrinkage and improves the contact surface and electrical coupling between electrodes and tissue.
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# Performance Data:
Venus Concept conducted several performance tests to demonstrate that the Venus Legacy Pro device complies with performance standards and that it functions as intended.
- . Performance Bench Testing: Several performance tests were performed, includingsoftware validation and device verification tests in order to evaluate the Venus Legacy Pro device's outputs per specifications, and as compared to the predicate device's specifications. The results demonstrated that the differences in the technological characteristics of the subject and predicate devices do not raise new types of safety or effectiveness concerns.
In addition, bench tests were conducted to demonstrate the ability of the LB2 and LF2 applicators operated by the Venus Legacy Pro device, to maintain the appropriate desired treatment temperature of 41°C-45°C on the surface of the human skin while using the 4D Body (LB2) applicator, and 39°C-45°C using the 4D Face (LF2) applicator
- Electrical Safety and Electromagnetic Compatibility: In addition, the device was tested per . the applicable electrical safety and electromagnetic compatibility standards listed below, and all results were passing.
- IEC 60601-1:2012 Ed. 3.1, Medical electrical equipment Part 1: Generalrequirements . for basic safety and essential performance
- IEC 60601-2-2 :2017 Ed. 6, Particular requirements for the basic safety and ● essential performance of high frequency surgical equipment and high frequency surgical accessories
- IEC 60601-1-6: 2013 Ed.3, General requirements for basic safety and essential ● performance - Collateral standard: Usability
- IEC 60601-1-2:2014 Ed. 4, General requirements for basic safety and essential ● performance - Collateral Standard: Electromagnetic disturbances - Requirementsand tests
- IEC 62304 Medical device software Software life cycle processes (2006/AMD2015) .
- . Software Testing: The software was also subjected to verification and validation testing, and results demonstrated that the system performed as intended.
These performance tests demonstrated that the device meets the system requirements and do not raise new types of safety or effectiveness concerns.
## Substantial Equivalence:
The following table compares the Venus Legacy Pro device to the predicate devices with respect to intended use, technological characteristics and principles of operation, providing detailed information regarding the basis for the determination of substantial equivalence.
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## Table 1. Venus Concept, Ltd.'s Venus Legacv Pro Substantial Equivalence
| | Venus Legacy Pro<br>Venus Concept Ltd.<br>(K191528) | Venus Legacy BX<br>Venus Concept Ltd.<br>(K142910) | Venus Legacy CX<br>Venus Concept Ltd.<br>(K143554) |
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| Class,<br>Product<br>Code,<br>Regulation | Class II, GEI & PBX, 21 CFR 878.4400 | Class II, GEI, 21 CFR 878.4400 | Class II, PBX, 21 CFR 878.4400 |
| Indications<br>for Use | When used with the Octipolar (LB1) or<br>Diamondpolar (LF1) applicators, the<br>Venus Legacy Pro device is intended for<br>use in dermatologic and general surgical<br>procedures for females for the non-<br>invasive treatment of moderate to severe<br>facial wrinkles and rhytides in Fitzpatrick<br>skin types I-IV.<br><br>When used with the 4D Body (LB2) and<br>4D Face (LF2) applicators, the Venus<br>Legacy Pro device is intended for the<br>delivery of non-thermal RF combined<br>with Massage and magnetic field pulses<br>for the treatment of the following medical<br>conditions:<br>• Relief of minor muscles aches and<br>pain, relief of muscle spasm<br>• Temporary improvement of local blood<br>circulation<br>• Temporary reduction in the appearance of cellulite | The Venus Legacy BX is a non-<br>invasive device intended for use in<br>dermatologic and general surgical<br>procedures for females for the non-<br>invasive treatment of moderate to<br>severe facial wrinkles and rhytides in<br>Fitzpatrick skin types I-IV. | The Venus Legacy CX device is intended for<br>the treatment of the following medical<br>conditions; using the LB2 and LF2<br>applicators for delivery of non-thermal RF<br>combined with massage and magnetic field<br>pulses:<br>• Relief of minor muscle aches<br>and pain, relief of muscle spasm<br>• Temporary improvement of local<br>blood circulation<br>• Temporary reduction in the<br>appearance of cellulite. |
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| | Venus Legacy Pro<br>Venus Concept Ltd.<br>(K191528) | Venus Legacy BX<br>Venus Concept Ltd.<br>(K142910) | Venus Legacy CX<br>Venus Concept Ltd.<br>(K143554) |
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| Energy Used / Delivered | 1. RF Energy<br>2. Pulsed Magnetic Field (PMF)<br>3. Vacuum | 1. RF Energy<br>2. Pulsed Magnetic Field (PMF) | 1. RF Energy<br>2. Pulsed Magnetic Field (PMF)<br>3. Vacuum |
| Applicator<br>Footprint<br>Dimensions | LB1: 23.7 cm²<br>LF1: 2.9 cm²<br>LB2: 38.5 cm²<br>LF2: 4.9 cm² | LB1: 23.7 cm²<br>LF1: 2.9 cm² | LB2: 38.5 cm²<br>LF2: 4.9 cm² |
| Integral<br>Thermometer | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Performance | Frequency: 1MHz | Frequency: 1MHz | Frequency: 1MHz |
| | Maximal RF output power for<br>each applicator -<br>Octipolar (LB1), Diamondpolar<br>(LF1), 4D Body (LB2) and 4D Face<br>(LF2): up to 150W | Maximal RF output power for each<br>applicator – Octipolar (LB1) &<br>Diamondpolar (LF1): up to 150W | Maximal RF output power: 50W (4D Body<br>(LB2) applicator), 20W (4D Body (LB2)<br>applicator) |
| | PMF Power: 15 Gauss (15Hz) | PMF Power: 15 Gauss (15Hz) | PMF Power: 15 Gauss (15Hz) |
| | Vacuum pressure: -400mbar | | Vacuum pressure: -400mbar |
| Materials | Materials are biocompatible | Materials are biocompatible | Materials are biocompatible |
| Power<br>requirements | 100-120 VAC / 60Hz<br>220-240 VAC / 50Hz | 100-120 VAC / 60Hz<br>220-240 VAC / 50Hz | 100-120 VAC / 60Hz<br>220-240 VAC / 50Hz |
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As described in the comparison table above, the Venus Legacy Pro device has the same intended use and a combination of the indications of the predicates previously cleared Venus devices. The device also has very similar technological characteristics compared to the predicate devices. The design and components in the Venus Legacy device, including the console and the applicators are similar to the design and components found in the predicates Legacy BX and Legacy CX devices. The technological differences, including the maximum output power for the 4D Body (LB2) and 4D Face (LF2) applicators and the difference in the applicator's biocompatible raw materials, do not alter the device's core technology or performance and do not raise new questions of safety and effectiveness.
Furthermore, the Venus Legacy Pro device underwent performance testing, including bench testing, Software validation testing, electrical safety according to IEC 60601-1 and electromagnetic compatibility testing according to IEC 60601-1-2. These performance tests in addition to a bench test demonstrated that the differences in the technological characteristics between the subject and predicate devices do not raise new types of safety or effectiveness concerns.
## Conclusions:
Based on the same intended use and indications for use, similar technological characteristics and principles of operation, the Venus Legacy Pro device is substantially equivalent to its predicate devices, Legacy BX (K142910) and Legacy CX (K143554).
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