K202848 · Lightsense Technologies, Ltd. · GEX · Dec 14, 2021 · General, Plastic Surgery
Device Facts
Record ID
K202848
Device Name
S2 Pigment Removal System
Applicant
Lightsense Technologies, Ltd.
Product Code
GEX · General, Plastic Surgery
Decision Date
Dec 14, 2021
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 878.4810
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic, Real-World Evidence
Real-World Evidence
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Device
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K202848 · Dec 14, 2021
S2 Pigment Removal System
Lightsense Technologies, Ltd.
Commercial clinical practice records
Real-world data from 957 patients were used to support the safety and performance of the S2 Pigment Removal System across different wavelengths, tattoo colors, and skin types, including specific safety outcomes for Fitzpatrick V and VI skin types.
Safety and performance across wavelengths, tattoo colors, and skin types; incidence of post-treatment reactions
Indications for Use
S2 Pigment Removal System is intended for use in removal of tattoo ink. The S2 Pigment Removal System is indicated for the removal of tattoo ink according to the following wavelengths: 800 nm: The LightSense S2 800 nm Ti:Sapphire laser system is indicated for tattoo removal for Fitzpatrick Skin Types I-III. 532 nm: The LightSense S2 532 nm Nd-YAG laser system is indicated for tattoo removal for Fitzpatrick Skin Types I - III. 1064 nm: The LightSense S2 1064 nm Nd-YAG laser system is indicated for tattoo removal for Fitzpatrick Skin Types I-VI.
Device Story
S2 Pigment Removal System uses high-intensity laser pulses to remove tattoo ink. System components: two treatment lasers (800nm Ti:Sapphire; 1064/532nm Nd:YAG), aiming beam, galvanometric scanner, articulating arm, hand-piece with adjustable spacer, foot pedal. Operated by clinician in clinical setting. Device delivers laser energy to target tattoo pigment; scanner/spacer facilitate precise delivery. Output: laser energy for photomechanical/photothermal ink fragmentation. Clinical benefit: effective tattoo clearance across various skin types and ink colors. Safety features include emergency stop, door interlock, motion sensor, and real-time monitoring. Healthcare providers use device to perform multi-session tattoo removal; output affects treatment planning and session frequency based on patient response and skin type.
Clinical Evidence
Clinical study of 58 subjects (Fitzpatrick I-IV) with colored tattoos. Primary endpoint: tattoo clearing at 8 weeks post-final treatment (max 16 sessions) via blinded photographic assessment. Results: 100% of subjects achieved >50% clearance. Real-world data from 957 patients supported safety/efficacy across skin types I-VI. No serious adverse effects reported; minor reactions (swelling, redness) were temporary. Bench and animal studies confirmed output parameters and optimal treatment protocols.
Indicated for removal of tattoo ink in patients Fitzpatrick Skin Types I-VI, depending on laser wavelength (800nm: I-III; 532nm: I-III; 1064nm: I-VI).
Regulatory Classification
Identification
(1) A carbon dioxide laser for use in general surgery and in dermatology is a laser device intended to cut, destroy, or remove tissue by light energy emitted by carbon dioxide.(2) An argon laser for use in dermatology is a laser device intended to destroy or coagulate tissue by light energy emitted by argon.
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December 14, 2021
Lightsense Technologies Ltd % John Smith Partner Hogan Lovells US LLP 555 Thirteenth Street NW Washington, District of Columbia 20004
Re: K202848
Trade/Device Name: S2 Pigment Removal System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.4810 Regulation Name: Laser Surgical Instrument For Use In General And Plastic Surgery And In Dermatology Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: GEX Dated: November 1, 2021 Received: November 1, 2021
Dear John Smith:
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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Purva Pandya 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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510(k) Number (if known)
#### K202848
Device Name
#### S2 Pigment Removal System
Indications for Use (Describe)
S2 Pigment Removal System is intended for use in removal of tattoo ink. The S2 Pigment Removal System is indicated for the removal of tattoo ink according to the following wavelengths:
800 nm:
The LightSense S2 800 nm Ti:Sapphire laser system is indicated for Fitzpatrick Skin Types I-II.
532 nm:
The LightSense S2 532 nm Nd-YAG laser system is indicated for tattoo removal for Fitzpatrick Skin Types I - III.
1064 nm:
The LightSense S2 1064 nm Nd-YAG laser system is indicated for tattoo removal for Fitzpatrick Skin Types I-VI.
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 LIGHTSENSE TECHNOLOGIES LTD's S2 Pigment Removal System K202848
#### Submitter
LIGHTSENSE TECHNOLOGIES LTD 109 Great Portland Street London W1W 6QG United Kingdom
Phone: +44 20 7031 3471
Contact Person: Dr. Deganit Barak
Date Prepared: December 13, 2021
Name of Device: S2 Pigment Removal System
Common or Usual Name: Powered Laser Surgical Instrument
Classification Name: Laser surgical instrument for use in general and plastic surgery and in dermatology
Regulatory Class: Class II
Product Code: GEX
Predicate Devices: Cynosure, PicoSure Workstation (K160480)
#### Device Description:
The S2 Pigment Removal Laser System (S2) uses high intensity laser pulses to remove tattoo ink from skin. The S2 includes the two treatment lasers, an aiming beam, a small galvanometric scanner, an articulating arm, a hand-piece with an adjustable spacer, and a foot pedal. The S2 uses two lasers to deliver three working wavelengths: (1) 800nm, ultra-short pulsed Ti:Sapphire laser, and (2) 1064 and 532nm Nd:YAG short pulse laser. The combined lasers are designed to remove tattoos.
#### Intended Use / Indications for Use
S2 Pigment Removal System is intended for use in removal of tattoo ink. The S2 Pigment Removal System is indicated for the removal of tattoo ink according to the following wavelengths:
800 nm:
The LightSense S2 800 nm Ti:Sapphire laser system is indicated for tattoo removal for Fitzpatrick Skin Types I-III.
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532 nm:
The LightSense S2 532 nm Nd-YAG laser system is indicated for tattoo removal for Fitzpatrick Skin Types I - III.
1064 nm:
The LightSense S2 1064 nm Nd-YAG laser system is indicated for tattoo removal for Fitzpatrick Skin Types I-VI.
# Summary of Technological Characteristics:
Laser energy emitted at different wavelengths is the technological principle for both the subject and predicate devices. At a high level, the subject and predicate devices are based on the following same technological elements:
Both systems include multiple lasers which operate at comparable wavelengths, allowing the operator to select the best wavelength for the patient based on the tattoo which the patient wishes to have removed. The laser systems also both have treatment hand-pieces connected to articulated arms that are connected to the main console where the user interface is located. The following technological differences exist between the subject and predicate devices:
A table comparing the key features of the subject and predicate devices is provided below.
| | S2 Pigment Removal<br>System | PicoSure™ | | |
|-------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------|-------------|
| Components | Laser systems, three<br>wavelengths, treatment hand<br>pieces, articulated arms,<br>main console, user interface,<br>switch pedal | Laser systems, three<br>wavelengths, treatment hand<br>pieces, articulated arms, main<br>console, user interface, switch<br>pedal | | |
| Accessories | Spacer (connected to the<br>treatment hand piece) | interchangeable handpieces<br>including spacers and treatment<br>tips | | |
| Power Source | 100-240V, 50-60Hz | 200-240V, 50/60Hz | | |
| | Nd:YAG | Ti:Sapph | Nd:YVO4 | Alexandrite |
| Wavelength (nm) | 1064, 532 | 800 | 1064,532 | 755 |
| pulse energy (mJ) | 1-8 mJ | 1-5 mJ | 450 | 450 |
| pulse width (ps_ | 400-700 | 8 | 450-900 | 450-900 |
| spot size (diam)/ treatment<br>field (mm) | 0.4-1 / 1-10 | 0.4-1 / 1-10 | 4 | 3 |
| pulse repetition rate (Hz) | 500 | 1000 | 1-10 | 1-10 |
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| Fluence (J/cm²) | 0.5-8 J/cm² | 0.5-4 J/cm² | 3.6/1.5 | 6.4 |
|------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----|
| Safety Features | Emergency stop button, Door interlock, Emission Indication LED, Outline Mode Before Lasing, Outline Scan, Motion Sensor, Spacer Feedback, Realtime Monitor, Built-in test | | Key Switch, Emergency laser stop, Standby Mode, Delayed Ready Mode, Automatic Shutdown Feature, Remote Interlock, Audible Tone, Laser Danger Sign, Locking Casters, Device Labels | |
| Biocompatibility | Yes (spacer) | | Yes (treatment tip) | |
| Software | Yes | | Yes | |
| Sterilization | No (Cleaning and disinfection of the spacer) | | Cleaning and disinfection of the treatment tip, following by autoclave sterilization | |
| Standards with which the Device Complies | IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-2, ANSI Z-136. 3; CFR Part 1000 [parts 1040.10 and 1040.11]; 12-273 IEC 60825-1 Edition 2.0 2007-03 | | IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-2, ANSI Z-136. 3; CFR Part 1000 [parts 1040.10 and 1040.11]; 12-273 IEC 60825-1 Edition 2.0 2007-03 | |
## Performance Data
Safety and performance data demonstrates that the S2 Pigment Removal System complies with the following FDA recognized consensus standards:
- . AAMI/ANSI ES60601-1:2005(R) 2012 and A1:2012 Electrical safety
- IEC 60601-1-2:2014 Electromagnetic compatibility including radiated emissions and immunity
- IEC 60601-1-6:2010 General requirements for basic safety and essential performance -● Collateral standard: Usability
- IEC 60601-2-22: 2007 (Third Edition) + A1:2012 Essential performance and safety for laser products
- IEC 60825-1:2014 Safety of laser products
- ISO 10993-5:2009 and ISO 10993-10:2010 Biocompatibility to address cytotoxicity, sensitization, and irritation of skin contacting components
Software verification and validation testing were conducted and documentation was provided as recommended by FDA's Guidance for Industry and FDA Staff, "Guidance for the Content of Premarket Submissions for Software Contained in Medical Devices" consistent with "moderate" level of concern. Each element of the SRS was tested and found to meet the requirements.
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In addition, bench testing was performed to address verification of the device output parameters, including wavelength and fluence transmission. Moreover, two animal preclinical studies were conducted. One study was conducted to validate findings from the bench testing and to confirm optimal parameters for tattoo removal. The other study was conducted to establish optimal treatment protocols. In all instances, the S2 Pigment Removal System functioned as intended and consistent with the predicate device.
A clinical study was conducted in 58 subjects with colored tattoos and various skin types (Fitzpatrick I-IV) and at various depths within the skin. Subjects received a maximum number of 16 treatments, where a maximum of 2 treatments were applied at each study visit, spaced 2 weeks apart. Treatments were conducted with the three wavelengths, using the specific wavelength relevant to the specific tattoo color, in order to validate the safety and efficacy of the tattoo removal by the device. Some subjects were treated by more than one laser wavelength depending on the coloration of the tattoo. The study primary endpoint was an evaluation of tattoo clearing as rated by a panel of blinded reviewers based on a photographic assessment performed 8 weeks post-final treatment based on a 5 point global assessment scale.
The primary and secondary endpoints were both reached successfully in terms of efficacy and safety. No serious adverse device effects were reported and the few minor observed adverse effects (AE) were minor with no observed long-term effects.
Analyzing the clearing of tattoos at the 8 week follow up visit after the final treatment session, when analyzed by tattoo color segment, results show 100% percent of subjects in the analysis population with tattoo clearance of more than 50% compared with baseline photographs. Results by wavelength show 100% responders regardless of the wavelength used during treatment.
The safety and performance of the device is further supported by real world data gathered in commercial clinical practice. Data from a total of 957 patients undergoing treatment with the device for tattoo removal support the device safety and performance across wavelengths, tattoo colors, and skin types.
In addition to the data discuss above from the clinical study,136 patients have been treated with the 532nm wavelength for the clearance of tattoos with red, yellow and orange ink. Tattoo clearance using 532nm has shown to achieve equivalent or better clearance by session compared to the 1064nm laser wavelength for the removal black ink. Other less-common colors have similarly obtained favorable results. Specifically, purple ink treated with 800nm (n=13) has obtained greater than 50% clearance (as assessed immediately following treatment) in fewer treatments than was necessary to obtain the same level of clearance for red, yellow, orange inks or black ink.
For persons with darker skin types (Fitzpatrick V), data from 109 patients from 109 patients from commercial clinical use supports the safety and performance of the 1064nm laser wavelength using a modified treatment protocol with additional time between treatment sessions. Efficacy is comparable for all patients removing black ink with the 1064nm laser wavelength, regardless of skin type. The available real world data shows a lower overall incidence rate of post-treatment reactions in Fitzpatrick V and VI patients (7.34%) than Fitzpatrick I-IV patients (9.67%). Regarding the classification of these in-treatment reactions; persons with darker skin tones are more likely to observe temporary swelling (73.1%) and less likely to observe redness (79.5%) when compared to Fitzpatrick 1-4 patient groups.
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Based on the clinical performance as documented in the pivotal clinical study and the real world data collection, the S2 Pigment Removal System has a safety and effectiveness profile that is similar to the predicate device.
## Conclusions:
The S2 Pigment Removal System has the same intended uses and similar indications, technological characteristics, and principles of operation as its predicate device. The minor differences in indications do not alter the intended therapeutic use of the device and do not alter its safety or effectiveness when used as instructed in the product labeling. In addition, the minor technological differences between the S2 Pigment Removal System and its predicate device raise no new issues of safety or effectiveness. Moreover, performance data, animal data, and clinical study data demonstrate that the S2 Pigment Removal System is as safe and effective as the PicoSure predicate device.
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