K212835 · Procept Biorobotics, Corporation · PZP · Oct 6, 2021 · General, Plastic Surgery
Device Facts
Record ID
K212835
Device Name
AquaBeam Robotic System
Applicant
Procept Biorobotics, Corporation
Product Code
PZP · General, Plastic Surgery
Decision Date
Oct 6, 2021
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Special
Regulation
21 CFR 876.4350
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
The AQUABEAM Robotic System is intended for the resection and removal of prostate tissue in males suffering from lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) due to benign prostatic hyperplasia.
Device Story
AQUABEAM Robotic System performs minimally invasive transurethral prostate tissue resection. System uses high-velocity sterile saline waterjet as cutting medium; nozzle motion controlled by motor system and high-pressure pump. User defines treatment parameters on Conformal Planning Unit (CPU); monitors progress via integrated scope and TRUS imaging. System comprises console, motorpack, foot pedal, CPU, roll stand, articulating arms, handpiece, and scope. Urologists operate system in clinical setting. Waterjet provides precise tissue removal; real-time imaging allows monitoring. Benefits include controlled, robotic-assisted resection for BPH treatment.
Clinical Evidence
No new clinical data provided. Substantial equivalence is supported by non-clinical performance testing, including sterilization validation (EN ISO 14937) and biocompatibility testing (ISO 10993-5, ISO 10993-12). Previous clinical trial data from the predicate device remains applicable.
Technological Characteristics
Fluid jet system for prostate tissue removal. Components: console, motorpack, CPU, foot pedal, roll stand, articulating arms, handpiece, scope. Energy source: high-pressure pump for saline waterjet. Sterilization: Ethylene Oxide (EtO) for handpiece; various low-temp methods (STERRAD, V-Pro, etc.) for scope. Connectivity: USB between CPU and console. Standards: EN ISO 14937, ISO 10993-5/12, ISO 17664.
Indications for Use
Indicated for resection and removal of prostate tissue in males suffering from lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) due to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A fluid jet system for prostate tissue removal is a prescription device intended for the resection and removal of prostatic tissue for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia. The device cuts tissue by using a pressurized jet of fluid delivered to the prostatic urethra. The device is able to image the treatment area, or pairs with an imaging modality, to monitor treatment progress.
Special Controls
In combination with the general controls of the FD&C Act, the fluid jet system for prostate tissue removal is subject to the following special controls:
*Classification.* Class II (special controls). The special controls for this device are:(1) Clinical performance testing must evaluate the following:
(i) All adverse events associated with the device, and
(ii) Improvement in lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS).
(2) Physician training must be provided that includes:
(i) Information on key aspects and use of the device, and
(ii) Information on how to override or stop resection.
(3) Animal testing must demonstrate that the device resects targeted tissue in a controlled manner without injury to adjacent non-target tissues.
(4) Non-clinical performance data must demonstrate that the device performs as intended under anticipated conditions of use. The following performance characteristics must be tested:
(i) Measurement of targeting accuracy and reproducibility of high velocity fluid jet, and
(ii) High pressure fluid jet verification testing at target and non-target tissues.
(5) Software verification, validation, and hazard analysis must be performed.
(6) The patient-contacting elements of the device must be demonstrated to be biocompatible.
(7) Performance data must demonstrate the electrical safety and electromagnetic compatibility of the device.
(8) Performance data must demonstrate the sterility of the patient-contacting components of the device.
(9) Performance data must support the shelf life of the device by demonstrating continued sterility, package integrity, and device functionality over the identified shelf life.
(10) Performance data must validate the instructions for reprocessing and reliability of reusable components.
(11) Labeling must include the following:
(i) A section that summarizes the clinical testing results, including the adverse event profile and improvement in LUTS;
(ii) A shelf life for single use components;
(iii) A use life for reusable components; and
(iv) Reprocessing instructions for reusable components.
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October 6, 2021
PROCEPT BioRobotics Corporation Sara Muddell Director. Global Regulatory Affairs 900 Island Drive. Suite 101 Redwood City, CA 94065
Re: K212835
> Trade/Device Name: AQUABEAM® Robotic System Regulation Number: 21 CFR§ 876.4350 Regulation Name: Fluid Jet System For Prostate Tissue Removal Regulatory Class: II Product Code: PZP Dated: September 3, 2021 Received: September 7, 2021
Dear Sara Muddell:
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) K212835
Device Name AQUABEAM® Robotic System
Indications for Use (Describe)
The AQUABEAM Robotic System is intended for the resection and removal of prostate tissue in males suffering from lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) due to benign prostatic hyperplasia.
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
### Date Prepared
September 30, 2021
#### Owner/Sponsor
| Owner/Sponsor | PROCEPT BioRobotics Corporation<br>900 Island Drive,<br>Suite 101<br>Redwood City, 94065<br>USA |
|---------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Contact Name: | Sara Muddell |
| Title: | Director of Global Regulatory Affairs |
| Address: | 900 Island Drive, Suite 101, Redwood City, CA, 94065, USA |
| Telephone: | (650) 232-7217 |
| Cell: | (669) 220-8583 |
| Fax: | (650) 232-5782 |
| Email: | s.muddell@procept-biorobotics.com |
#### Device Trade Name
AQUABEAM® Robotic System
#### Common Name
- AQUABEAM ●
- AQUABEAM Robotic System ●
- . Fluid jet system for prostate tissue removal
#### Classification and Classification Name
Class II
Product Code: PZP
21 CFR 876. 4350. Fluid jet system for prostate tissue removal
A fluid jet system for prostate tissue removal is a prescription device intended for the resection and removal of prostatic tissue for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). The device cuts tissue by using a pressurized jet of fluid delivered to the prostatic urethra. The device is able to image the treatment area, or pairs with an imaging modality, to monitor treatment progress.
#### Predicate Device
AQUABEAM Robotic System 510(k) Number: K202961 on November 04, 2020. Product Code: PZP Regulation Number: 876. 4350 Class II
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#### Device Description
The AQUABEAM® Robotic System is intended for use in patients suffering from lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) resulting from benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). The AQUABEAM Robotic System is designed for resecting of prostate tissue during minimally invasive surgical procedures. The AQUABEAM Handpiece and AQUABEAM Scope are inserted via transurethral approach and advanced into the prostatic urethra.
The AQUABEAM Robotic System is designed to utilize a high-velocity sterile saline waterjet as the cutting medium which is projected through a nozzle positioned within the prostatic urethra. The nozzle assembly motion is driven by a motor system, controlled by the user. The pressure is generated by a highpressure pump system controlled by the AQUABEAM Console. The user is allowed to adjust the desired flow rates manually. All functions are displayed on the AQUABEAM Conformal Planning Unit. Precondition parameters are set on the AQUABEAM Conformal Planning Unit before operation.
The AQUABEAM Robotic System, consists of the following nine components:
- . AQUABEAM Console
- . AQUABEAM Motorpack
- AQUABEAM Foot pedal .
- . AQUABEAM Conformal Planning Unit
- AQUABEAM Roll Stand
- . AQUABEAM Handpiece Articulating Arm
- AQUABEAM TRUS Articulating Arm
- AQUABEAM Handpiece •
- . AQUABEAM Scope
The AQUABEAM Console, Motorpack, Conformal Planning Unit, Foot Pedal, Roll Stand, Handpiece Articulating Arm and TRUS Articulating Arm are provided non-sterilization is required prior to each use. The Console, Conformal Planning Unit, Foot Pedal, Roll Stand, Articulating Arms, and Motorpack are cleaned after each use. The Console, Conformal Planning Unit, Foot Pedal, Roll Stand, Articulating Arms, and Motorpack are not designed to come in contact with the patient during the Aquablation procedure.
The Conformal Planning Unit is a reusable component of the AQUABEAM Robotic System, and it serves as the primary user interface of the System. The CPU is connected to the Console via a USB cable.
The AQUABEAM Console is a reusable component of the AquaBeam Robotic System that controls the functionality of the high-velocity waterjet delivered by the Handpiece.
The AQUABEAM Motorpack is a reusable component of the AQUABEAM Robotic System designed to dock, via a mechanical linkage, and connect with the disposable Handpiece. The Motorpack provides mechanical power to the Handpiece by means of DC motors, which enable both rotational and longitudinal movement of the Handpiece probe providing controlled and precise resection of the prostatic tissue in accordance with the CPU treatment plan.
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The AQUABEAM Foot Pedal is a reusable, purchased component of the AQUABEAM Robotic System that contains three foot-activated momentary switches. It is connected to the Console with a flexible cable. The Aquablate Pedal is the large center switch which must be depressed to enable Aquablation.
The AQUABEAM Roll Stand provides the main power source, via the isolation transformer, to the Console and serves as the chassis for the AQUABEAM Robotic System.
The AQUABEAM Handpiece Articulating Arm fixes the Handpiece/Motorpack assembly in position relative to the patient. The AQUABEAM TRUS Articulating Arm fixes the TRUS probe and stepper in position relative to the patient. The AQUABEAM Handpiece is a terminally sterilized, single-use disposable component of the AQUABEAM Robotic System.
The AquaBeam Scope, a re-usable component of the AquaBeam Robotic System, needs to be reprocessed prior to each use per the AquaBeam Scope Reprocessing Instructions. The Scope is inserted into the central lumen of the Handpiece enabling direct visualization within the prostatic urethra during treatment.
#### Intended Use/Indications for Use
The intended use of the subject device is identical to the intended use of the predicate device.
The AQUABEAM Robotic System is intended for the resection and removal of prostate tissue in males suffering from lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) due to benign prostatic hyperplasia.
#### Intended Patient Population
The intended patient population of the subject device is identical to the intended use of the predicate device.
The intended patient population is males suffering from benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
#### Intended Users
The intended users of the subject device is identical to the intended use of the predicate device.
The intended users are urologists and support staff who are trained and familiar with Transrectal Ultrasound (TRUS) and performing endoscopic surgical benign prostatic hyperplasia procedures and in recognizing and managing their complications.
#### Technological Characteristics as Compared to the Predicate Device
The technological characteristics of the AQUABEAM Robotic System such as design, material and chemical composition of patient contacting components and energy source remain equivalent to the predicate device, AQUABEAM System. The table below summarizes the comparison between the subject device and the predicate device -
| COMPARISON<br>ELEMENT | SUBJECT DEVICE | PREDICATE DEVICE | CHANGE |
|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Device Class | Class II | Class II | Same |
| Product Code | PZP | PZP | Same |
| Product Regulation<br>Number | 21 CFR 876.4350 | 21 CFR 876.4350 | Same |
| | | | |
| Intended<br>Use/Indications for<br>Use | The AQUABEAM System is<br>intended for the resection and<br>removal of prostate tissue in<br>males suffering from lower<br>urinary tract symptoms<br>(LUTS) due to benign prostatic<br>hyperplasia. | The AQUABEAM System<br>is intended for the resection<br>and removal of prostate<br>tissue in males suffering<br>from lower urinary tract<br>symptoms (LUTS) due to<br>benign prostatic hyperplasia. | Same |
| Intended Patient<br>Population | The intended patient<br>population is males<br>suffering from LUTS<br>resulting from benign<br>prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). | The intended patient<br>population is males<br>suffering from LUTS<br>resulting from benign<br>prostatic hyperplasia<br>(BPH). | Same |
| Intended User | Urologists and support staff<br>who are trained and familiar<br>with performing endoscopic<br>surgical benign prostatic<br>hyperplasia procedures and in<br>recognizing and managing<br>their complications. Users<br>must possess a thorough<br>understanding of the technical<br>principles, clinical application,<br>and risks associated with the<br>AQUABEAM Robotic System<br>and complete the PROCEPT<br>BioRobotics Corporation<br>training program prior to use | Urologists and support staff<br>who are trained and familiar<br>with performing endoscopic<br>surgical benign prostatic<br>hyperplasia procedures and<br>in recognizing and managing<br>their complications. Users<br>must possess a thorough<br>understanding of the<br>technical principles, clinical<br>application, and risks<br>associated with the<br>AQUABEAM Robotic<br>System and complete the<br>PROCEPT BioRobotics<br>Corporation training<br>program prior to use | Same |
| Patient Contact | The AQUABEAM Robotic<br>System shall be used<br>endoscopically accessing the<br>prostate via the urethra<br>(external communicating<br>device, tissue/bone/dentin,<br>with limited exposure (<24<br>hours). | The AQUABEAM Robotic<br>System shall be used<br>endoscopically accessing the<br>prostate via the urethra<br>(external communicating<br>device, tissue/bone/dentin,<br>with limited exposure (<24<br>hours). | Same |
| Sterilization<br>method | Ethylene Oxide Sterilization<br>(ETO)<br>SAL 10-6 | Ethylene Oxide Sterilization<br>(ETO)<br>SAL 10-6 | Same |
| Operating<br>Environment | Temperature: 0° to 35° C<br>Humidity: 0% to 90%, non-<br>condensing<br>Atmospheric Pressure: 70 kPA<br>to 107 kPA | Temperature: 0° to 35° C<br>Humidity: 0% to 90%, non-<br>condensing<br>Atmospheric Pressure: 70<br>kPA to 107 kPA | Same |
| Transportation and<br>Storage<br>Environment | Temperature: 0° to 35° C<br>Humidity: 0% to 90%, non-<br>condensing<br>Atmospheric Pressure: 70 kPA<br>to 107 kPA | Temperature: 0° to 35° C<br>Humidity: 0% to 90%, non-<br>condensing<br>Atmospheric Pressure: 70<br>kPA to 107 kPA | Same |
| | | | |
| Use Life of the<br>system | 185 cycles | 185 cycles | Same |
| Use Life of the<br>Articulating Arms | 200 cycles | 200 cycles | Same |
| Reprocessing<br>Sterilization<br>methods for<br>AQUABEAM<br>Scope | STERIS System 1E Standard Cycle STERRAD 100NX Express Cycle STERRAD NX Standard or Advanced cycle STERRAD 100S STERIS V-Pro® 1 Plus - Non Lumen cycle STERIS V-Pro® maX – Non Lumen cycle STERIS V-Pro® mAX 2 – Non Lumen cycle Matachana 130HPO® and 50HPO® - Standard cycle Getinge GSS67F Low Temperature Steam and Formaldehyde - 55°C Cycle Ethylene Oxide (EtO) | STERIS System 1E Standard Cycle STERRAD 100NX Standard Cycle STERRAD NX Standard or Advanced cycle STERRAD 100S STERIS V-Pro® 1 Plus – Non Lumen cycle STERIS V-Pro® maX – Non Lumen cycle STERIS V-Pro® mAX 2 – Non Lumen cycle Matachana 130HPO® and 50HPO® - Standard cycle Getinge GSS67F Low Temperature Steam and Formaldehyde - 55°C Cycle Ethylene Oxide (EtO) | Updated the sterilization<br>methods for AQUABEAM<br>Scope to replace STERRAD<br>100NX Standard cycle with<br>STERRAD 100NX Express<br>cycle. |
| Use Life of the<br>AQUABEAM<br>Scope (reusable<br>component that<br>requires<br>reprocessing prior<br>to each use) | At least 10 cycles | 58 cycles | Updated the use life cycles<br>after adding the STERRAD<br>100NX Express cycles. |
| Shelf Life<br>(Handpiece is the<br>single use<br>component<br>provided sterile) | 24 months (2 Years) | 24 months (2 Years) | Same |
| Mechanism of Action | | | |
| COMPARISON<br>ELEMENT | SUBJECT DEVICE | PREDICATE DEVICE | COMMENTS |
| Maximum angle<br>rotation | 225 degrees | 225 degrees | Same |
| Maximum depth of<br>penetration | 24.3 mm | 24.3 mm | Same |
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# BIOROBOTICS
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## Subject Device Design Changes
The AQUABEAM Robotic System, subject of this 510(k) includes the following changes:
- 1. IFU Change Replacing the scope sterilization cycle STERRAD 100NX Standard with STERRAD 100NX Express cycle.
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- 2. Update to the use life of AQUABEAM Scope - The scope life specification of the AQUABEAM Scopes is updated to at least 10 use cycles.
#### Summary of Non-Clinical Performance Testing
A list of the verification, validation and other testing that have been performed on the AQUABEAM Scope with the sterilization change is included below.
| Non-clinical Testing | Conforming Standard and Guidance |
|-----------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------|
| Sterilization Validation testing for AQUABEAM | 1. EN ISO 14937: 2009 Sterilization of health |
| Scope | care products - general requirements |
| | for characterization of sterilizing agent and the |
| | development, validation, and routine control of a |
| | sterilization process for medical devices |
| | 2. ISO 10993-5 Biological evaluation of medical |
| | devices - Part 5: Tests for invitro cytotoxicity. |
| | 3. ISO 10993-12 Biological evaluation of medical |
| | devices - Part 5: Sample Preparation and |
| | reference materials |
| | 4. ISO 17664:2017 Processing of health care |
| | products – Information to be provided |
| | by the medical device manufacturer for the |
| | processing of medical |
| | devices. |
| AQUABEAM scope Reliability testing | None |
The following testing performed on the predicate device is still applicable to the subject device of this Special 510(k):
- 1. Biocompatibility
- 2. Clinical Trial data
- 3. Design Verification and Design Validation testing
#### Conclusion:
The overall performance data in this submission supports that the AQUABEAM Robotic System is safe, effective, and substantially equivalent to the predicate device when utilized for its intended use.
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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.