K192275 · IR Technology, LLC · OLI · Aug 19, 2020 · General, Plastic Surgery
Device Facts
Record ID
K192275
Device Name
invisa-RED ELITE
Applicant
IR Technology, LLC
Product Code
OLI · General, Plastic Surgery
Decision Date
Aug 19, 2020
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 878.5400
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
The invisa-RED™ Technology ELITE is indicated for use as a non-invasive dermatological aesthetic treatment for the temporary reduction of the circumference of waist, hips, and thighs through the process of photobiomodulation, affecting adipocyte cells within the adipose layer for the release of lipids from these cells.
Device Story
Invisa-RED Elite is a low-level laser system for aesthetic body contouring. Device uses multi-diode paddles (8, 10, or 12) containing 680nm and 980nm laser diodes to deliver photonic energy to dermal and adipose tissues. Operated by clinicians in hospitals, medical offices, or medispas via an LCD touch screen to control session parameters (time, energy, pulse, delay). Laser energy induces photobiomodulation, triggering lipolysis in adipocytes to release lipids into interstitial space, resulting in reduced body circumference. Paddles feature raised lips to maintain an air gap from skin. Safety features include emergency stop switch and power-on self-test. Clinical benefit is temporary reduction of waist, hip, and thigh circumference.
Clinical Evidence
Randomized double-blind clinical trial (n=40; 35 female, 5 male) compared invisa-RED Elite to a sham device. Primary endpoint: change in measured body circumference. Results showed a mean difference of 6.880 inches (95% CI: 3.715 to 10.046 inches) greater loss in the treatment group; p < 0.001. No adverse effects or complications reported.
Technological Characteristics
Class II low-level laser system. Emits dual coherent frequencies (680nm and 980nm) via laser diodes. Power output up to 200mW per diode. Pulsed or continuous operation. Air-cooled console and paddles. Interface: LCD touch screen. Safety: Emergency stop, key switch. Standards: IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-2-22, IEC 60825-1, IEC 60601-1-2.
Indications for Use
Indicated for non-invasive aesthetic treatment for temporary reduction of waist, hip, and thigh circumference in adults seeking body contouring.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A Low Level Laser System for Aesthetic Use is a device using low level laser energy for the disruption of adipocyte cells within the fat layer for the release of fat and lipids from these cells for noninvasive aesthetic use.
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls). The special control for this device is the FDA guidance document entitled “Guidance for Industry and Food and Drug Administration Staff; Class II Special Controls Guidance Document: Low Level Laser System for Aesthetic Use.” See § 878.1(e) for the availability of this guidance document.
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IR Technology LLC % Thomas Namynanik Special Projects Consultant Vidantis Technologies, Inc 300 Lismore Terrace Woodstock, Georgia 30189
Re: K192275
Trade/Device Name: invisa-RED ELITE Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.5400 Regulation Name: Low Level Laser System For Aesthetic Use Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: OLI Dated: August 22, 2019 Received: August 22, 2019
Dear Thomas Namynanik:
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,
Colin Kejing Chen Acting 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
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K192275
Device Name InvisaRED™ Technology ELITE
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
The InvisaRED™ Technology ELITE is indicated for use as a non-invasive dermatological aesthetic treatment for the temporary reduction of the circumference of waist, hips, and thighs through the process of photobiomodulation, affecting adipocyte cells within the adipose layer for the release of lipids from these cells.
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# 510(k) Summary
The assigned 510(k) Number: K199275
#### 1. Date of Submission:
- 2. Sponsor
IR Technology LLC 2707 Hampton TRL Woodstock GA 30189
Contact Person: Name: Stephen Reardon Title: Manager E-mail: Stephen Reardon info@invisaredtech.com Phone number: (888) 221-7119
#### 3. Submission Correspondent
Thomas A Namynanik FDA Compliance Consultant 6380 Bells Ferry Rd Acworth GA Suite 107 30102 Tel: 404.915.5938 Email: andyn@invisaredtech.com
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#### Proposed Device Identification 4.
Proposed Device Name: invisa-REDTM Technology Elite Common/Usual Name: Fat Reducing Low Level Laser Classification: Class II Product Code: OLI Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.5400 Review Panel: Division of Surgical Devices
#### ട. Predicate Device Identification
Primary Predicate:
510(k) Number: K130341 Product Name: Strawberry, Strawberry & Cream Manufacturer: LASER LIPO LIMITED
Secondary Predicates:
510(k) Number: K123237 Product Name: Zerona 2.0 Laser Manufacturer: ERCHONIA CORPORATION
510(k) Number: K143741 Product Name: Lipofina Laser System Manufacturer: YOLO Medical Inc.
510(k) Number: K160880 Product Name: Photonica Professional Manufacturer: WARD PHOTONICS LLC
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#### Device Description 6.
Device console:
- Electrical Power: 110v
- Cooling: Air Cooled
- Operation: LCD touch screen
- Allows Control of Individual Patient Session Protocol (Time, Energy, Pulse, Delay)
- Integrated Device Power-On Self Test
- Emergency Safety cut off switch
- Treatment applicators (multi diode paddles) connected to the device console can number 8,10, or 12
- Paddle Cooling: Air cooled
- . Dual Coherent Frequencies: Thirteen (13) 680nm and thirteen (13) 980nm laser diodes on each paddle
- Concurrent Laser Diode Mode of Operation: pulsed or continuous output
- . Power output: Variable up to 200mw per diode for both 680nm and 980mm wavelengths
#### What is invisa-RED™ Technology?
- o A patented technology that uses laser diodes to propagate dual coherent laser frequencies of 980nm and 680nm into a patients dermal and adipose tissues for the reduction of the measured circumference of the patients waist, hips, and thighs.
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### How it works
- 0 The invisa-RED Elite laser diode paddles are secured to the exposed body area of the patient as prescribed for their treatment.
- 0 A patients specific protocol settings for power, pulse, delay and session length are set as prescribed.
- The invisa-RED Elite's laser-diodes of 680mm and 980mm are energized and the 0 dermal and adipose tissues absorb photonic energy experiencing the effects of Photobiomodulation.
- 0 Note: The laser-diode paddle faces are designed with a surrounding raised lip in order to create an offset and air gap to prevent direct contact between the paddle surface and the patients skin.
Detail Science
- · Photobiomodulation is defined as the utilization of non-ionizing electromagnetic energy to trigger photochemical changes within cellular structures which absorb photonic energy. The invisa-RED Elite uses concurrent Red and Near Infrared Laser Light for this purpose.
- · Lipolysis is the metabolic process through which body fats are released into the interstitial space surrounding the cell, thereby reducing the size of the fat cells. It usually occurs in adipocytes cells which are specialized for the storage of fat.
- • The invisa-RED Elite device induces lipolysis through Photobiomodulation in adipocyte cells releasing fat and creating the desired aesthetic of a reduced circumference of the treated body area.
Reference Articles:
Proposed Mechanisms of Photobiomodulation or Low-Level Light Therapy NCBI Lucas Freitas and Michael R Hamblin
The Nuts and Bolts of Low-level Laser (light) Therapy. Ann Biomed Eng. 2012 Feb;40(2):516-33. doi: 10.1007/s10439-011-0454-7. Epub 2011 Nov 2. PMID: 22045511; PMCID: PMC3288797. Chung H, Dai T, Sharma SK, Huang YY, Carroll JD, Hamblin MR.
#### Efficacy of low-level laser therapy for body contouring and spot fat reduction.
Caruso-Davis MK1, Guillot TS, Podichetty VK, Mashtalir N, Dhurandhar NV, Dubuisson O, Yu Y, Greenway FL.
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# 7. Intended Use
The invisa-RED™ Technology Elite is indicated for use as a non-invasive aesthetic treatment for the temporary reduction of the circumference of waist, hips, and thighs through the process of photobiomodulation affecting adipocyte cells within the adipose layer for the release of lipids from these cells.
### 8. Non-Clinical Test Conclusion
Bench tests were conducted to verify that the proposed device met all design specifications and was Substantially Equivalent (SE) to the predicate devices. The test results demonstrated that the proposed device complies with the following:
- (a) IEC 60601-1 Medical electrical equipment Part 1: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance - Standards: IEC 60601-1:2005, COR1:2006, COR2:2007, AMD1:2012
- (b) IEC 60601-2-22 Medical electrical equipment Part 2: Particular requirements for basic safety and essential performance of surgical, cosmetic, therapeutic and diagnostic laser equipment - Standards: IEC 60601-2-22:2019 for use in conjunction with IEC 60601-1:2005, AMD1:2012
- (c) IEC 60601-1:2005 + AMD 1:2012 US NATIONAL DIFFERENCES Medical electrical equipment - Part 1: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance
- (d) IEC 60825-1 Safety of Laser Products Part 1: Equipment Classification and Requirements - Standards: IEC 60825-1:2014 Ed. 3.0 and IEC 60825-1:2007 Ed. 2.0
- (e) IEC 60601-1-2:2014
- (f) Bio-compatibility Testing In Vitro Cytotoxicity Test of Diode laser paddle
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### 9. Randomized Double Blind Clinical Study
At the request of CDRH, IR Technology LLC conducted a randomized double blind study with a randomization ratio of 1:1.
The trial was undertaken with subjects comprised of 35 female subjects and 5 male subjects.
A null and alternative hypotheses was adopted for the primary trial endpoint "Change in Measured Body Circumference" as follows:
Ha : ut = uc where ut and uc represent the change in measured body H0 : ut = uc vs circumference of subjects treated by the invisa-Red Technology and the change in measured body circumference of subjects treated by the sham or placebo device.
Using an intent-to treat population, M=20 Imputations, an estimated mean difference of 6.880 inches greater loss was observed when comparing the totals of the measured areas of the subjects who underwent therapy using the invisa-RED Elite than with the placebo device. This with a 95% confidence interval from 3.715 inches to 10.046 inches and a two tailed P value < 0.001.
Based on the analysis performed the alternative hypothesis (Ha) for the superiority trial is affirmed for the primary endpoint (change in measured body circumference) as stated below:
Ha : µv + µc where µr and µc represent the change in measured body circumference of the trial subjects treated with the invisa-Red Technology and the change in measured body circumference of those treated with the sham device.
During the trial no adverse effects or complications as a result of the treatments were reported or observed for any trial subjects. Subsequent to the trial there have been no reports of subjects experiencing any adverse effects or complications.
### Conclusion:
A conclusion therefore may be drawn that there is an interventional superiority of the invisa-RED Elite over the sham (placebo) device when employed for aesthetic therapy and that the invisa-RED Elite when used as directed is both clinically safe and effective when used to reduce the measured circumferences of a subjects waist, hips, and thighs.
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#### 10. Technological Characteristics Comparison
The predicate devices cited below employ differing wavelengths of laser light. The invisa-RED ELITErw employs both Red and NIR laser light simultaneously at 680nm and 980nm, which is unique in the marketplace. Therefore in order to address questions of efficacy and safety raised by any technological difference we have included data from a clinical trial which has shown the invisa-RED ELITE™ to be both safe and effective when used as prescribed.
| ITEM | Proposed Device<br>invisa-RED™ Technology<br>ELITE | Predicate Device<br>Zerona 2.0 Laser<br>(K 123237) | Predicate Device<br>Strawberry/Strawberry & Cream<br>(K 130341) |
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| Product<br>Code | OLI | OLI | OLI |
| Regulation<br>Number | 21 CFR 878.5400 | 21 CFR 878.5400 | 21 CFR 878.5400 |
| Class | II | II | II |
| Intended<br>Use | The invisa-RED™ Technology<br>ELITE is indicated for use as a<br>non-invasive aesthetic treatment<br>for the temporary reduction of<br>the circumference of waist,<br>hips, and thighs through the<br>process of photobiomodulation<br>affecting adipocyte cells within<br>the adipose layer for the release<br>of lipids from these cells. | The Zerona 2.0 Laser is<br>indicated for use as a non-<br>invasive dermatological<br>aesthetic treatment as an<br>adjunct for individuals<br>intending to undergo<br>liposuction procedures for<br>the reduction of<br>circumference of hips,<br>waist and thighs. | The Strawberry/Strawberry &<br>Cream is indicated for use as a<br>non-invasive aesthetic treatment<br>for the temporary reduction in<br>waist circumference by the<br>disruption of adipocyte cells<br>within the fat layer for the release<br>of fat and lipids from these cells. |
#### Substantial Equivalence Comparison
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| ITEM | Proposed Device<br>invisa-RED™ Technology | Predicate Device<br>Zerona 2.0 Laser<br>(K 123237) | Predicate Device<br>Strawberry/Strawberry & Cream<br>(K 130341) |
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| Enclosure | Plastic | Same | Same |
| Wavelength | 680nm, 980nm | Green 532 | 660 +/- 15 nm |
| Waveform | Pulsed or continuous | Pulsed | Pulsed |
| Display | LCD | Same | Same |
| Power Supply | 100-240 v ac 50-60 Hz | AC | 100-240 v ac 50-60 Hz |
| Energy Source | 200mw per diode | 6 diodes, each<br>collected then line<br>dispersed and<br>rotated | Laser Diode from 660nm |
| Energy Delivery | Machine mounted probe | Same | Same |
| Paddles | 6/8/10/12 pads are<br>optional | 4-10 | 4/6/8/10 |
| Pad Size | 130X66mm | Similar | 15.0 x 4.5 cm |
| Safety Features | Emergency Stop button - Key<br>Switch | Similar | Same |
| Cooling Requirements | Air cooled | Same | Same |
| Locations for Use | Hospital, healthcare provider<br>office, MediSpas | Same | Same |
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| ITEM | Proposed Device | Predicate Device | Predicate Device |
|-----------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| | invisa-RED™ Technology | Lipofina Laser System | Photonica Professional |
| | ELITE | (K 143741) | (K 160880) |
| Product<br>Code | OLI | OLI | OLI |
| Regulation<br>Number | 21 CFR 878.5400 | 21 CFR 878.5400 | 21 CFR 878.5400 |
| Class | II | II | II |
| Intended<br>Use | The invisa-RED™ Technology<br>ELITE is indicated for use as a<br>non-invasive aesthetic treatment<br>for the temporary reduction of<br>the circumference of waist, hips,<br>and thighs through the process of<br>photobiomodulation affecting<br>adipocyte cells within the<br>adipose layer for the release of<br>lipids from these cells. | The Lipofina Laser System<br>is indicated for non-<br>invasive aesthetic<br>treatment for the<br>temporary reduction of<br>circumference of hips.<br>. | The Photonica Professional is<br>indicated for use as a non-<br>invasive aesthetic treatment for<br>the temporary reduction of hips,<br>waist and thighs. |
| Enclosure | Plastic | Same | Same |
| Wavelength | 680nm, 980nm | 658 (central) | 635 +/- 2 nm |
| Waveform | Pulsed or continuous | Pulsed | Pulsed |
| Display | LCD | Same | Same |
| Power<br>Supply | 100-240 v ac 50-60 Hz | 100-240 v ac 50-60 Hz | 100-240 v ac 50-60 Hz |
| Energy<br>Source | 200mW each for Laser Diodes<br>both 680nm and 980nm | 35mW/diode | Laser Diode from 105mW/cm2 |
| Energy<br>Delivery | Machine mounted paddle | Same | Same |
| Paddles | 6/8/10/12 pads are optional | 12 | Similar |
| Pad Size | 130X66mm | Similar | Similar |
| Safety<br>Features | Emergency Stop button - Key<br>Switch | Similar | Same |
| Cooling<br>Requiremen<br>ts | Air cooled | Same | Same |
| Locations<br>for Use | Hospital, healthcare provider<br>office, MediSpas | Same | Same |
# Substantial Equivalence Comparison Con't
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### 11. Substantially Equivalent Conclusion
Based on both clinical trial results and comparative analysis of the intended use, design, energy used or delivered, materials, performance, safety, effectiveness, labeling, biocompatibility, and standards, the proposed device is determined to be Substantially Equivalent (SE) to the predicate device.
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Select multiple rows in the results table (aim for under ~10), then open the PDF Viewer tab. Ask one question — it goes to all selected devices in parallel, each with citations. This is the fastest way to compare and contrast devices: training data, PCCP scope, how they handled adding new scanners, and so on.
What does the side-by-side PDF viewer mode do?
Select multiple devices, open the PDF viewer tab, and ask one question (e.g., "Describe the training data"). It queries all selected devices simultaneously with citations, so you can compare and contrast quickly.
6. Collections
With rows selected, go to the Collections tab and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). Reload that selection any time — before a client call, pull up the collection and ask questions across all of its devices at once.
How do you save a set of selected devices for later use?
Select the rows, go to the Collections tab, and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). You can reload the selection anytime and carry it into the PDF viewer and other tabs that support selections.
7. Product codes and the regulations tree
Click a product code in the results to jump to it in the regulations tree — identification text, sibling product codes, and devices you can open in a PDF viewer on the right. Click a regulation number to see its identification, special controls, and related product codes. You can also search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree. Always read the special controls if any exist for your device — it broadens your search and sharpens pre-kickoff research.
What can you do from the regulations tree view?
Browse product codes and regulation numbers, read the identification text and special controls, browse sibling product codes, open device PDFs on the right, and search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree.
8. Chart view
Click Show Chart and segment by regulation number (or product code) to see which regulations dominate your result set. Clicking a regulation takes you into the regulations tree. Great for spotting that most matches are, say, hardware laparoscopic devices — a cue to go back and filter.
How do you see which regulations dominate a search result set?
Click "Show Chart" and segment by Regulation Number. Clicking a regulation takes you to the regulations tree.
9. The predicate graph
Open the Predicates tab for a family-tree view of predicate relationships. Click a node to trace its parents and children; selections from search carry over pre-selected. Commonly predicated devices are worth reading — a lot of people predicated them for a reason. The visual lineage is also handy on client calls, e.g. to show how a predicate family evolved and justify why your predicate still holds.
In the predicate graph, why are commonly predicated devices worth reading?
A lot of people predicated them for a reason. Clicking a node traces parents and children, and selections from search carry over pre-selected.
10. Embeddings: the galaxy map
The Embeddings tab plots every matching document in a 2-D "galaxy map" where semantically similar devices cluster together. Hover or click clusters to explore, and let AI label the clusters for you. Embeddings beat product codes for grouping: two devices can carry different product codes (LLZ vs. QIH) yet do the same thing — the embedding captures the meaning of the intended use and device story. This is also exactly how retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) works under the hood, and it makes a great visual on client calls.
Try it yourself
Head to the search page and work through a few of these AI/ML fuzzy searches to build intuition: perivascular fat on CT · aortic valve calcification opportunistic screening on noncontrast CT · breast cancer prediction on digital pathology slides · autism detection · gestational age prediction · a hearing aid that can also detect a pulse · foundation model based analysis of ECG · large language models · penetration test. Watch how the relevance scores, intended use, and AI Performance tables tell you when results stop being meaningful.