The Aliya System is indicated for the surgical ablation of soft tissue.
Device Story
The Aliya System is a transportable electrosurgical device used in operating room environments to ablate soft tissue via pulsed electric fields (PEF), inducing apoptosis while preserving the cellular matrix. The system comprises a generator, a monopolar ablation needle/electrode, and a cardiac monitor (Ivy Biomedical Model 7600). The physician positions the 19-gauge needle under CT or ultrasound guidance. The cardiac monitor detects the patient's R-wave, sending a trigger signal to the generator to synchronize PEF delivery with the cardiac cycle, minimizing arrhythmia risk. The generator software interprets these signals and restricts energy delivery to acceptable heart rate ranges. The physician controls treatment via a touchscreen interface and footswitch. By delivering high-frequency, short-duration energy to the distal 1 cm of the needle, the device enables targeted tissue destruction, providing a therapeutic benefit for soft tissue ablation.
Clinical Evidence
No human clinical data. Evidence includes bench testing (electromechanical safety, EMC, tissue ablation effects, mechanical/electrical device testing, biocompatibility, sterilization) and a GLP-compliant animal study (n=6 porcine). The animal study evaluated safety and performance in liver, kidney, and skeletal muscle, using CB-CT for visualization and 28-day survival endpoints. Ex-vivo performance comparison testing against the NanoKnife predicate was also conducted.
Technological Characteristics
Monopolar electrosurgical ablation system. Components: Generator, 19-gauge needle (20cm, 1cm exposed tip), 21cm probe, 3m cable. Energy: Pulsed electric fields (PEF). Connectivity: Interfaces with external cardiac monitor via trigger signal. Sterilization: Ethylene Oxide. Software: Embedded generator control software with cardiac synchronization algorithm. Standards: IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-2-2, IEC 60601-2-27, ISO 10993, ISO 14971, IEC 62304.
Indications for Use
Indicated for the surgical ablation of soft tissue in patients requiring such procedures.
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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June 17, 2022
Galvanize Therapeutics, Inc. % Lisa Pritchard VP of Regulatory, Quality, Clinical & Engineering DuVal & Assoicates, P.A. 1820 Medical Arts Building 825 Nicollet Mall Minneapolis, Minnesota 55402
## Re: K212871
Trade/Device Name: Aliya(TM) System, Aliya(TM) Generator, Aliya(TM) Needle, Aliya(TM) Electrode Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.4400 Regulation Name: Electrosurgical Cutting and Coagulation Device and Accessories Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: OAB Dated: September 6, 2021 Received: September 9, 2021
# Dear Lisa Pritchard:
We have reviewed vour 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
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K212871
Device Name Aliya(TM) System
| Indications for Use (Describe) | The Aliya System is indicated for the surgical ablation of soft tissue. |
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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 - K212871
The following information is provided in accordance with 21 CFR 807.92 for the Premarket 510(k) Summary.
Date Summary Prepared: June 15, 2022
#### Submitter Information
| Company: | Galvanize Therapeutics, Inc. |
|----------|------------------------------|
| | 1531 Industrial Road |
| | San Carlos, CA 94070 |
| Ph: | 650-268-4252 |
| Fax: | NA |
Contact: Deborah Sheffield Sr. Vice President, Regulatory & Quality Affairs Deb@GalvanizeTherapeutics.com Ph: 650-268-4252
#### Name of the Device
| Trade Name: | Aliya™ System |
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| Common Name: | Low energy soft tissue ablation device |
| Classification Name: | Low Energy Direct Current Thermal Ablation System |
| Review Panel: | General & Plastic Surgery (SU) |
| Regulation: | 878.4400 |
| Class: | Class II |
| Product Code: | OAB |
| Predicate Device: | NanoKnife™ System (K183385)<br>AngioDynamics, Inc. |
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# Equivalence Claimed to Predicate Device
The predicate device is classified as follows:
| Regulation Number | 21 CFR 878.4400 |
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| Regulation Name | Electrosurgical cutting and coagulation device and accessories |
| Product Code | OAB |
| Regulatory Class | II |
Predicate Trade Name, 510(k) Number and Manufacturer:
| Trade Name | NanoKnife System |
|---------------|---------------------|
| 510(k) Number | K183385 |
| Manufacturer | AngioDynamics, Inc. |
Based on the information and rationale presented and supported by the collective content of this 510(k), the Aliya System is equivalent to the legally marketed predicate, the NanoKnife System.
## Intended Use/Indications for Use
The Aliya System has the same intended use as the predicate in that it was designed for the ablation of soft tissue.
The Aliya System has the same Indication for Use statement as the predicate with one exception. The omitted words reflect a minor design difference in the number of outputs between the two systems that has no impact on the intended use.
#### Subject Indications for Use
The Aliya System is indicated for the surgical ablation of soft tissue.
# Device Description
The Aliva System is designed to ablate soft tissue through the delivery of pulsed electric fields (PEF) energy to target tissue. The high frequency, short duration energy delivered to the target tissue to induce programmed cell death (apoptosis) while maintaining the cellular matrix.
The Aliya System consists of an Aliya Generator, an Aliya Ablation Device and a cardiac monitor.
Generator: The Aliya Generator is a transportable non-sterile electrical device compatible for use in the operating room environment. It consists of hardware, software, a display touch screen user interface, a power supply cord and a foot switch. It features controls to initiate and stop treatment as well as indicators to monitor the treatment and provide alerts to the user.
The Aliya Generator creates high frequency short duration energy, which is delivered to the target tissue via the Aliya Ablation Device. The Generator interfaces with the commercially available Ivy Biomedical Model 7600 cardiac monitor (Cardiac Monitor), which is provided with
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the Aliya System and is used in accordance with its cleared indications. The Cardiac Monitor uses a 4-lead configuration, which detects the R-wave of the electrocardiogram (ECG) signal and sends a trigger signal to the Generator for precise synchronization of energy output to the patient. This ensures reliable energy delivery synchronization with the patient's cardiac cycle thereby reducing risk of cardiac rhythm disturbances.
The Generator software includes an algorithm that interprets trigger signals from the Cardiac Monitor. The algorithm will only allow the initiation and delivery of energy output when the patient's heart rate is within acceptable limits.
Aliya Ablation Device: The Aliya Ablation Device is a monopolar electrosurgical instrument comprising the Aliya Needle and the Aliya Electrode. Both the needle and electrode are designed for sterile, single use. The Aliya Needle consists of a 19 gauge, 20cm needle with a 1 cm exposed tip and a nested stylet (which is removed once the Aliya Electrode is in position). The Aliya Electrode consists of a 21 cm probe that connects with the needle, a 3-meter cable, and a plug that connects with the Aliya Generator. When connected to the Aliya Generator, the Aliya Ablation Device delivers PEF energy to the target zone at the distal 1 cm of the needle.
# Comparison of Subject and Predicate Device Characteristics
The principle of operation (i.e., delivery of pulsed electric fields (PEF) energy to surgically ablate soft tissue via programmed cell death) of the subject device is identical to the predicate device. Some subject device waveform characteristics (e.g., frequency, number of activations, monopolar biphasic, etc.) vary from the predicate devices utilize a cardiac monitor to synchronize ablation timing with the patient's heart rate. The predicate device requires two to six sterile 19-Gauge electrodes (probes) positioned in a parallel array with equal depth placement while the subject device utilizes one sterile 19-Gauge electrode (needle) which can be repositioned as needed to obtain the desired treatment effect. Both devices utilize Computed Tomography (CT) and/or ultrasound for visualization during placement. The dimensions, needle tip geometry and the markings of the predicate and subject device (electrodes) are very similar. While both devices (generators) are transportable, the predicate device is larger in size compared to the subject device.
# Performance Testing
The following testing was conducted to confirm that the Aliya System meets specifications and that it performs equivalent to the predicate NanoKnife System. Performance testing was completed in accordance with applicable standards.
| Verification Activity | Result |
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| System Electromechanical Safety Testing | Pass |
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| Verification Activity | Result |
|------------------------------------------------------|--------|
| System Electromagnetic Compatibility Testing | Pass |
| System Ablation Tissue Effects – Ex Vivo Testing | Pass |
| Aliya Ablation Device – Electrical Test | Pass |
| Aliya Ablation Device – Mechanical Test | Pass |
| Aliya Ablation Device – Dimensional Inspection | Pass |
| Aliya Ablation Device – Packaging and Transit Test | Pass |
| Aliya Ablation Device – Shelf Life | Pass |
| Aliya Ablation Device – Biocompatibility | Pass |
| Aliya Ablation Device – Sterilization | Pass |
| Aliya Generator – System and Software Verification | Pass |
| Aliya Generator – Hardware Verification | Pass |
| Aliya Generator – Packaging and Transit Verification | Pass |
Device safety and performance were evaluated against the following published consensus standards as necessary per the subject device intended use and technological characteristics.
| Standard ID | Title |
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| ISO 14971:2019 | Medical devices - Application of risk management to medical<br>devices |
| ISO 24971:2020 | Medical devices. Guidance on the application of ISO 14971 |
| ASTM F 88/F88-15 | Standard Test Method for Seal Strength of Flexible Barrier<br>Materials |
| ASTM F 1980-16 | Standard Guide for Accelerated Aging of Sterile Barrier Systems<br>for Medical Devices |
| ISO/IEC 17025:2017 | General requirements for the competence of testing and calibration<br>laboratories |
| ISTA 3A:2018 | Packaged Products for Parcel Delivery System Shipment 70kg<br>(150lbs) or Less |
| ISO 10993-1:2018 | Biological evaluation of medical devices -Part 1: Evaluation and<br>testing within a risk management process |
| Standard ID | Title |
| ANSI/AMI/ISO 10993-5:2009<br>(R)2014 | Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices - Part 5: Tests for in<br>vitro cytotoxicity |
| ISO 10993-10 Third edition 2010-<br>08-01 | Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices - Part 10: Tests for<br>Irritation and Skin Sensitization |
| ISO 10993-11 Third edition 2017-<br>09 | Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices - Part 11: Tests for<br>Systemic Toxicity. |
| IEC 60601-1:2005 /A1:2012<br>Edition 3.1 | Medical electrical equipment – Part 1: General Requirements for<br>Basic Safety and Essential Performance |
| AAMI/ANSI ES60601-<br>1:2005/(R)2012 & A1:2012,<br>C1:2009/(R) 2012 &<br>A2:2010/(R)2012 (Consolidated<br>Text), Edition 3.1 | Medical Electrical Equipment - Part 1: General Requirements for<br>Basic Safety and Essential Performance |
| AAMI/ANSI/IEC 60601-1-2:2014 | Medical electrical equipment - Part 1-2: General requirements for<br>basic safety and essential performance - Collateral Standard:<br>Electromagnetic disturbances - Requirements and test |
| IEC 60601-2-2: 2017 Edition 6.0 | Medical electrical equipment - Part 2-2: Particular requirements for<br>the safety of high frequency surgical equipment |
| IEC60601-2-27: 2011 Edition 3.0 | Medical electrical equipment - Part 2-27: Particular requirements<br>for the basic safety and essential performance of<br>electrocardiographic monitoring equipment |
| IEC 61000-4-2 2008 | Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 4-2: Testing and<br>measuring techniques - Electrostatic discharge immunity test |
| IEC 61000-4-3: 2006, A1: 2007,<br>A2: 2010 | Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 4-3: Testing and<br>measurement techniques -Radiated, radio-frequency,<br>electromagnetic field immunity test |
| IEC 61000-4-4: 2012 | Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 4-4: Testing and<br>measurement techniques - Electrical fast transient/burst immunity<br>test. |
| IEC 61000-4-5: 2005 | Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 4-5: Testing and<br>measurement techniques - Surge immunity test |
| IEC 61000-4-6: 2013 | Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 4- 6: Testing and<br>measurement techniques - Immunity to conducted disturbances,<br>induced by radio-frequency fields |
| Standard ID | Title |
| IEC 61000-4-8: 2009 | Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 4-8: Testing and<br>measurement techniques - Power frequency magnetic field<br>immunity test |
| IEC 61000-4-11: 2004 | Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 4-11: Testing and<br>measurement techniques - Voltage dips, short interruptions and<br>voltage variations immunity tests |
| CISPR 11: 2009, A1:2010 | Industrial, scientific and medical equipment - Radio-frequency<br>disturbance characteristics - Limits and methods of measurement |
| IEC 61000-3-2: 2014 | Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 3-2: Limits - Limits<br>for harmonic current emissions (equipment input current <= 16 A<br>per phase) |
| IEC 61000-3-3 2013 | Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 3-3: Limits -<br>Limitation of voltage changes, voltage fluctuations and flicker in<br>public low voltage supply systems, for equipment with rated<br>current <= 16 A per phase and not subject to conditional connection |
| IEC 62304 Edition 1.1 2015-06,<br>Consolidated Version | Medical device software - Software life cycle processes |
| ANSI/AAMI/ISO<br>11135:2014/Amd 1:2018 | Sterilization of health care products – Ethylene Oxide -<br>Requirements for development, validation, and routine control of a<br>sterilization process for medical devices |
| AAMI TIR28:2016 | Product adoption and process equivalency for ethylene oxide<br>sterilization |
| ANSI/AAMI/ISO 10993-7:2008 /<br>AC:2009 / Amd 1:2019 | Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices – Part 7: Ethylene Oxide<br>Sterilization Residuals |
| ISO 11737-1:2018 | Sterilization of health care products — Microbiological methods -<br>Part 1: Determination of a population of microorganisms on<br>products |
| ISO 11737-2 Third edition, 2019 | Sterilization of medical devices - Microbiological methods - Part 2:<br>Tests of sterility performed in the definition, validation and<br>maintenance of a sterilization process |
| ANSI/AAMI/ISO 15223-1:2016 | Medical Devices – Symbols to be used with medical device labels,<br>labelling and information to be supplied - Part 1: General<br>requirements |
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To address the recommendations contained in the FDA Guidance document "Premarket Notification (510(k)) Submissions for Electrosurgical Devices for General Surgery", an animal study was conducted in accordance with 21 CFR Part 58, Good Laboratory Practice. The purpose of the testing was to evaluate safety and performance of the Aliya System under clinically relevant operating conditions. The study was completed using three different study physicians and six healthy porcine in accordance with the operating instructions in the User Manual and IFU. Treatment was applied to the liver, kidney, and skeletal muscle in all animals. To visualize the treatment sites, all animals underwent a baseline and post procedure CB-CT (Cone Beam Computer Tomography) scanning procedure. Animals were survived up to 28 days depending on their treatment group assignment.
In addition. Galvanize performed ex-vivo tissue ablation performance testing following the FDA guidance document Premarket Notification (510(k)) Submissions for Electrosurgical Devices for General Surgery, dated August 15, 2016. The performance comparison testing and evaluation between the bipolar monophasic NanoKnife system predicate device and the monopolar biphasic Aliya System subject device was conducted using liver, kidney, and muscle tissue.
## Conclusion
Results of the successful testing of the Aliya System demonstrate that the technological differences in the Aliya System compared to the predicate device do not raise any new questions of safety or effectiveness and therefore support substantial equivalence to the predicate NanoKnife System. The subject Aliya System is substantially equivalent to the predicate NanoKnife System (K183385). Both devices share the same Intended Use and similar Indications for Use. Testing demonstrates that the technological differences do not raise any new questions of safety or effectiveness. Testing therefore supports the Aliya System substantial equivalence to the predicate NanoKnife System.
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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.