K213612 · VIOL Co., Ltd. · GEI · Jun 23, 2022 · General, Plastic Surgery
Device Facts
Record ID
K213612
Device Name
SYLFIRM X
Applicant
VIOL Co., Ltd.
Product Code
GEI · General, Plastic Surgery
Decision Date
Jun 23, 2022
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 878.4400
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
The SYLFIRM X™ is intended for use in dermatologic procedures for electrocoagulation and hemostasis.
Device Story
SYLFIRM X is a radiofrequency (RF) system for dermatologic electrocoagulation and hemostasis. The system comprises a main unit, a handpiece with a bipolar electrode, and a foot switch. The main unit generates a 2 MHz RF signal delivered to target tissue via needle electrodes in a consumable tip. The operator holds the handpiece at a right angle to the skin, placing the bipolar electrode in light contact with the epidermis. The RF energy creates an electro-thermal reaction, causing tissue coagulation. The device is used in clinical settings by healthcare professionals. The output allows for precise thermal treatment of dermal tissue, benefiting patients by facilitating hemostasis and coagulation during dermatologic procedures.
Clinical Evidence
Preclinical study using 3 Yucatan Mini-pigs evaluated safety and effectiveness. Histology at 3 hours, 5 days, and 22 days post-treatment showed minimal to moderate deep dermal collagen necrosis and fibrosis. No erythema or edema was observed. Bench testing included sterilization validation (ISO 11135-1), shelf-life (ASTM F1980-07), biocompatibility (ISO 10993), and EMC/electrical safety (IEC 60601-1).
Technological Characteristics
RF electrosurgical system; 2 MHz frequency; bipolar output; max 16W power. Consumable tips with needle electrodes (25-pin or 18-pin configurations). Dimensions: 400mm x 450mm x 1580mm. Sterilization: EO Gas. Connectivity: Foot switch. Standards: IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-2-2, ISO 10993, ISO 11135, ASTM F1980.
Indications for Use
Indicated for dermatologic procedures requiring electrocoagulation and hemostasis.
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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VIOL Co., Ltd. % Jong Kim Official Correspondent GMS Consulting 4th Floor, Digital Cube, 34, Sangamsan-ro, Mapo-gu Seoul. 03909 Korea, South
Re: K213612
Trade/Device Name: Sylfirm X Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.4400 Regulation Name: Electrosurgical Cutting And Coagulation Device And Accessories Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: GEI Dated: May 2, 2022 Received: May 4, 2022
Dear Jong Kim:
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,
for
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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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K213612
Device Name SYLFIRM XTM
Indications for Use (Describe)
The SYLFIRM X™ is intended for use in dermatologic procedures for electrocoagulation and hemostasis.
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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K213612
# 510(K) Summary
[As Required by 21 CFR 807.92]
# 1. Date Prepared [21 CFR 807.92(a)(a)]
November 05, 2021
# 2. Submitter's Information [21 CFR 807.92(a)(1)]
| ● Name of Manufacturer: | VIOL Co., Ltd |
|-------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| ● Address: | C-808, 809, Bundang Technopark C, 744, Pangyo-ro,<br>Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do, Republic of Korea<br>(13510) |
| ● Contact Name: | Chai kyoung Woo |
| ● Telephone No.: | +8231-8017-7893 |
| ● Email Address: | info@celfirm.com |
| ● Registration No.: | 3009206941 |
#### 3. Trade Name, Regulation Name, Classification [21 CFR 807.92(a)(2)]
| Trade/Device Name | SYLFIRM X™ |
|-------------------|------------------------------------------------------|
| Common Name | Radiofrequency System |
| Regulation Number | 21 CFR 878.440 |
| Regulation Name | Electrosurgical, Cutting & Coagulation & Accessories |
| Regulation Class | Class II |
| Product Code | GEI |
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# 4. Identification of Predicate Device(s) [21 CFR 807.92(a)(3)]
The identified predicate devices within this submission are shown as follow;
| 1) | 510(k) Number: | K200185 |
|----|--------------------|------------------------------------------------------|
| 2) | Applicant: | VIOL Co., Ltd |
| 3) | Trade/Device Name: | SYLFIRM XTM |
| 4) | Regulation Number: | 21 CFR 878.440 |
| 5) | Regulation Name: | Electrosurgical, Cutting & Coagulation & Accessories |
| 6) | Regulation Class: | Class II |
| 7) | Product Code: | GEI |
# 5. Description of the Device [21 CFR 807.92(a)(4)]
The SYLFIRM X™ includes a system main device, a hand-piece equitable with a bi-polar electrode, and a foot switch. The RF signal is generated from the main device which is then delivered to the handpiece and then to bi-polar electrode. The RF signal is delivered to the target tissue using penetrating needle electrodes in the consumable tip. The bi-polar electrode is placed in light contact with the epidermis while the hand-piece is being held at right angles to the target tissue. As the RF signal passes through the skin, it generates an electro thermal reaction which is capable of coagulating the tissue. Using the consumable tip, SYLFIRM X™ creates heat within the target skin tissue via needle electrodes from the bi-polar electrode.
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# 6. Indications for use [21 CFR 807.92(a)(5)]
The SYLFIRM X™ is intended for use in dermatologic procedures for electrocoagulation and hemostasis.
# 7. Determination of Substantial Equivalence
Summary of technological characteristics of the device compared to the predicate device. [21 CFR 807.92(a)(6)]
The SYLFIRM X™ is substantially equivalent to legally marketed predicate devices (SYFLIRM X™(K200185)) with respect to indications for use and technology characteristics. The table below presents comparisons between subject device and predicate devices:
| | | Subject Device | | Predicate Device #1 | | Remarks | | |
|---------------------|--|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------|-----------------|--------------|--|
| Manufacturer | | VIOL Co., Ltd. | | VIOL Co., Ltd. | | | | |
| Device Name | | SYLFIRM X™ | | SYLFIRM X™ | | | | |
| 510(K) No. | | K213612 | | K200185 | | | | |
| Product Code | | GEI | | GEI | | | | |
| Indication for use | | The SYLFIRM X™ is intended for<br>use in dermatologic procedures for<br>electrocoagulation and hemostasis. | | The SYLFIRM X™ is intended<br>for use in dermatologic and<br>general surgical procedures<br>for electrocoagulation and<br>hemostasis. | | | | |
| Input voltage | | AC 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz | | AC 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz | | | | |
| Output power | | Max 16 W(50 Ω) | | Max 16 W(50 Ω) | | | | |
| | | Mode | Conduction time | No. of Pulse | Mode | Conduction time | No. of Pulse | |
| | | CW1 | 120<br>msec | 1 | CW1 | 120<br>msec | 1 | |
| | | CW2 | 160<br>msec | 1 | CW2 | 160<br>msec | 1 | |
| | | CW3 | 200<br>msec | 1 | CW3 | 200<br>msec | 1 | |
| Conduction time | | CW4 | 300<br>msec | 1 | CW4 | 300<br>msec | 1 | |
| | | PW1 | 120<br>msec | 4 | PW1 | 120<br>msec | 4 | |
| | | PW2 | 160<br>msec | 4 | PW2 | 160<br>msec | 4 | |
| | | PW3 | 200<br>msec | 4 | PW3 | 200<br>msec | 4 | |
| | | PW4 | 240<br>msec | 4 | PW4 | 240<br>msec | 4 | |
| Output<br>frequency | | 2 MHz | | 2 MHz | | | | |
| RF output type | | Bi polar | | Bi polar | | | | |
| Operation type | | Coagulation | | Coagulation | | | | |
| Foot switch | | Yes | | Yes | | | | |
#### [Table 1. Comparison of Proposed Device to Predicate Device]
510(K) Summary
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| Depth | | 0.3 mm ~ 4.0 mm | | | | 0.3 mm ~ 4.0 mm | |
|------------|-------------------------|------------------------------|-------|-------|-------|------------------------------|--|
| | | (unit: 0.1 mm) | | | | (unit: 0.1 mm) | |
| T<br>P | Sterilization<br>method | EO Gas | | | | EO Gas | |
| | Disposable | | | Yes | | Yes | |
| | CONSUMABLE TIP | Provided | | | | Provided | |
| | J25BM | Provided | | | | Not provided | |
| | J25BS | Provided | | | | Not provided | |
| | J18BS | Provided | | | | Not provided | |
| | Number of<br>Electrodes | CONSUMABLE TIP | J25BM | J25BS | J18BS | Consumable tip | |
| | | 25pin | 25pin | 25pin | 18pin | 25pin(5x5) | |
| | | (5x5) | (5x5) | (5x5) | (3x6) | | |
| | Pitch | CONSUMABLE TIP | J25BM | J25BS | J18BS | Consumable tip | |
| | | 2.0mm | 2.0mm | 1.5mm | 1.5mm | 2.0mm | |
| Dimensions | | 400 mm(W) x 450 mm(D) x 1580 | | | | 400 mm(W) x 450 mm(D) x 1580 | |
| | | mm(H) | | | | mm(H) | |
The SYLFIRM X™ has same intended uses and technical characteristics to the predicate device, SYLFIRM X™(K200185). We performed risk analysis according to the addition of an accessory, and performed necessary verification and validation accordingly. There is no additional consideration for safety and effectiveness, so subject device, SYLFIRM X is substantially equivalent to the predicated device.
# 8. Performance data
#### Sterilization validation test
To verify the sterility assurance level (10-6) for EO sterilization and biological indicator (BI) overkill method was used in accordance to ISO 11135-1, ISO 10993-1, ISO 10993-7, ISO 11138-1, ISO 11138-2, ISO 11737-1, ISO 11737-2, AAMI TIR 15, and ISO 13485:2016.
#### Shelf-life validation test
The tests to validate the shelf life of the device through the proposed shelf life were conducted using the accelerated aging method in accordance to ASTM F1980-07 (2011) Standard Guide for Accelerated Aging of Sterile Barrier Systems for Medical Devices. The referenced standards for the testing are ISO 11607-1, ISO 11607-2, ISO 11737-2, ASTM F1929, ASTM F 88, and USPNF.
#### Biocompatibility test
The patient contacting component of the subject device is the J25BM and the biocompatibility tests were in accordance with ISO 10993-5, ISO 10993-10, ISO 10993-11, and USP 38 <661>.
#### Software validation test
The level of concern of the software (firmware) of the SYLFIRM X™ is moderate and the software validation tests were performed.
#### EMC & Electrical safety test
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The subject device has been evaluated for electromagnetic compatibility and electrical safety testing per applicable standards of IEC 60601-1:2005. IEC 60601-1:2012: IEC 60601-1-6:2010. IEC 60601-1-6:2010/AMD1:2013; IEC 60601-2-2:2017, CISPR 11:2009/AMD1:2010, IEC 60601-1-2:2014.
# Preclinical test
The study was designed to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of SYFLIRM X™ as a radiofrequency(RF) heating device to treat dermal conditions and hemostasis. Three (3) Yucatan Mini-pigs were used in this study. Animal G1 was euthanized 3 h after treatment on Day 1; Animal G2 was euthanized on Day 5; and Animals G3 was euthanized on Day 22.
Treatment with the SYLFIRM X™ device did not result in erythema or edema formation within 1-hour post treatment, nor at any other scheduled time points on all animals. The treatment-related microscopic findings consisted of minimal to moderate, multifocal deep dermal collagen necrosis in animals euthanized on Days 1 and 5, and minimal to mild multifocal deep dermal fibrosis on animal euthanized on Day 22.
Test results including histology data demonstrated that the subject device is substantially equivalent to the predicate devices in the market for its intended use.
#### Verification
The bi polar tip (J25BM, J25BS, J18BS) was added without changing the safety or effectiveness of the initially approved equipment, and related performance tests were performed to confirm the same performance. It was confirmed that it has the same performance for additional accessories.
#### 9. Conclusion [21 CFR 807.92(b)(3)]
Based on the test results provided in this submission including Sterilization Validation, Shelf life Validation, Biocompatibility, Software Validation, EMC & Electrical Safety Test, and Animal Test, VIOL Co., Ltd. concludes that the SYLFIRM X™ is substantially equivalent to the predicate device as described herein in.
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