Quantib Prostate is image post-processing software that provides the user with processing, visualization, and editing of prostate MRI images. The software facilitates the analysis and study review of MR data sets and provides additional mathematical and/or statistical analysis. The resulting analysis can be displayed in a variety of formats, including images overlaid onto source MRI images. Quantib Prostate functionality includes registered multiparametric-MRI viewing, with the option to view images combined into a single image to support visualization. The software can be used for semi-automatic segmentation of anatomical structures and provides volume computations, together with tools for manual editing. PI-RADS scoring is possible using a structured workflow. Quantib Prostate is intended to be used by trained medical professionals and provides information that, in a clinical setting, may assist in the interpretation of prostate MR studies. Diagnosis should not be made solely based on the analysis performed using Quantib Prostate.
Device Story
Quantib Prostate 2.0 is image post-processing software for prostate MRI analysis. It ingests MRI data to perform semi-automatic segmentation of the prostate and its sub-regions (central gland, peripheral zone, urethra), registers multiparametric-MRI images, and computes biparametric combination images. The software provides tools for volume computation, manual editing of segmentations, and PI-RADS scoring via a structured workflow. It initializes ROI locations on PI-RADS sector maps based on sub-region segmentation. Used by radiologists in clinical settings to assist in study interpretation; output is displayed as overlays on source images, PDF reports, and DICOM structures. The device aids clinicians by streamlining analysis and visualization, potentially improving consistency in prostate assessment. It operates as an extension of the Quantib AI Node platform.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical trials; qualitative clinical performance testing conducted. Radiologists evaluated sub-region segmentations and ROI localizations using a 5-point Likert scale, confirming high quality. Bench testing compared automatic sub-region segmentation against ground truth using Dice overlap and Mean Surface Distance metrics, with results compared to inter-observer variability.
Technological Characteristics
Software-based image post-processing system. Operates on the Quantib AI Node platform. Features include semi-automatic segmentation, multi-parametric MRI registration, and PI-RADS workflow integration. Outputs include DICOM RT structure sets, DICOM segmentation storage, and PDF reports. Complies with ISO 14971, IEC 62304, and IEC 62366-1 standards.
Indications for Use
Indicated for trained medical professionals to assist in the interpretation of prostate MRI studies via post-processing, visualization, and semi-automatic segmentation of anatomical structures. Not for use as a sole diagnostic tool.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A medical image management and processing system is a device that provides one or more capabilities relating to the review and digital processing of medical images for the purposes of interpretation by a trained practitioner of disease detection, diagnosis, or patient management. The software components may provide advanced or complex image processing functions for image manipulation, enhancement, or quantification that are intended for use in the interpretation and analysis of medical images. Advanced image manipulation functions may include image segmentation, multimodality image registration, or 3D visualization. Complex quantitative functions may include semi-automated measurements or time-series measurements.
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls; voluntary standards—Digital Imaging and Communications in Medicine (DICOM) Std., Joint Photographic Experts Group (JPEG) Std., Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers (SMPTE) Test Pattern).
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Quantib BV % Arnault Massink Quality & Regulatory Manager Westblaak 106 3012 KM Rotterdam, Zuid-Holland NETHERLANDS
Re: K221106
Trade/Device Name: Quantib Prostate (version 2.0) Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.2050 Regulation Name: Medical image management and processing system Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: LLZ Dated: April 4, 2022 Received: April 15, 2022
Dear Arnault Massink:
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) K221106
Device Name Quantib Prostate (version 2.0)
## Indications for Use (Describe)
Quantib Prostate is image post-processing software that provides the user with processing, visualization, and editing of prostate MRI images. The software facilitates the analysis and study review of MR data sets and provides additional mathematical and/or statistical analysis. The resulting analysis can be displayed in a variety of formats, including images overlaid onto source MRI images.
Quantib Prostate functionality includes registered multiparametric-MRI viewing, with the option to view images combined into a single image to support visualization. The software can be used for semi-automatic segmentation of anatomical structures and provides volume computations, together with tools for manual editing. PI-RADS scoring is possible using a structured workflow.
Quantib Prostate is intended to be used by trained medical professionals and provides information that, in a clinical setting, may assist in the interpretation of prostate MR studies. Diagnosis should not be made solely based on the analysis performed using Quantib Prostate.
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# Quantib Prostate 2.0 Special 510(k) Summary
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## SUBMITTER 1
Quantib B.V. Westblaak 106 3012 KM Rotterdam Phone: (+31) 108 41 17 49 Contact Person: Floor van Leeuwen Date Prepared: April 4th, 2022
## Device 2
Name of Device: Quantib Prostate - version 2.0 Common or Usual Name: Quantib Prostate Classification Name: System, image processing, radiology (892.2050) Regulatory Class: II Product Code: Medical image management and processing system (former Picture archiving and communication system) - LLZ
#### Predicate device 3
Device: Quantib Prostate - version 1.0 Manufacturer: Quantib B.V. 510(k) Reg. No: K202501 This predicate has not been subject to a design-related recall. Classification Name: System, image processing, radiology (892.2050) Requlatory Class: II Product Code: Medical image management and processing system (former Picture archiving and communication system) - LLZ
## 4 Device Description
Quantib Prostate is an extension to the Quantib Al Node software platform and enables analysis of prostate MRI scans. Quantib Prostate makes use of Quantib Al Node functionality, and includes the following specific Quantib Prostate modules:
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- . An automatic processing module that performs prostate and prostate sub-reqion segmentation and multi-parametric MRI image registration and computation of a biparametric combination image.
- A user-interaction module in which the user can edit and approve the computed . prostate segmentation and determine PSA density.
- A user-interaction module in which the user can view multi-parametric MRI images. . segment and analyze potential lesions and set and view PI-RADS properties. This module also shows the prostatic sub-region segmentation and biparametric combination image overlav.
- An automatic processing module that collects all results, and creates the report and . DICOM output so that they can be exported back to the user.
#### 5 Indications for Use
## Quantib Prostate - version 1.0 and version 2.0
Quantib Prostate is image post-processing software that provides the user with processing, visualization, and editing of prostate MRI images. The software facilitates the analysis and study review of MR data sets and provides additional mathematical and/or statistical analysis. The resulting analysis can be displayed in a variety of formats, including images overlaid onto source MRI images.
Quantib Prostate functionality includes registered multiparametric-MRI viewing, with the option to view images combined into a single image to support visualization. The software can be used for semi-automatic segmentation of anatomical structures and provides volume computations, together with tools for manual editing. PI-RADS scoring is possible using a structured workflow.
Quantib Prostate is intended to be used by trained medical professionals and provides information that, in a clinical setting, may assist in the interpretation of prostate MR studies. Diagnosis should not be made solely based on the analysis performed using Quantib Prostate.
## Indications for use comparison
The intended use of the device is equivalent to the intended use of the previously cleared predicate device [K202501]
#### රි DEVICE MODIFICATIONS
Quantib Prostate 2.0 is the first update of Quantib Prostate 1.0 that includes a substantial change. The substantial changes are the following:
- 1. Division of prostate seqmentation into prostatic sub-regions
The semi-automatic prostate segmentation is extended with an algorithm to divide the prostate segmentation into sub-regions (central gland, peripheral zone, and urethra), without impacting the original prostate segmentations are displayed in the mpMRI analysis user interaction step and can be exported as a secondary capture series that also includes the ROI segmentations. Internal boundaries of subregions cannot be edited, but user edits of the outer prostate segmentation are reflected in the sub-region outer boundaries. Individual volumes of sub-regions are not provided.
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- 2. Initialization of ROI location on PI-RADS sector map
For an annotated ROI the location on the PI-RADS sector map is now initialized with a cross, based on the sub-region segmentation input when the PI-RADS scoring window is opened. Inspecting, editing and confirming the location should be done manually.
#### 7 Comparison of technological characteristics
The following technological characteristics are the same for Quantib Prostate 2.0 and its predicate device Quantib Prostate 1.0:
- Indications for use .
- . Target users, anatomical site, and use environment
- Human factors .
- Reported measures ●
- . Design control activities and recognized standards
- . Required input, reported measures
- Deployment and compatibility with environment and other devices .
The following technological characteristics are different:
- . Software Design: addition of ROI localization initiation on PI-RADS sector map.
- Algorithm design and performance: prostate sub-region segmentation added as . seqmentation output.
- . Output formats: additionally presented in a PDF report, DICOM RT structure set and DICOM segmentation storage.
#### 7.1 QUALITY AND SAFETY
Quantib Prostate 2.0 is designed in compliance with the following process standards:
- ISO 14971 Medical devices Application of risk management to medical devices ●
- IEC 62304 Medical device software Software life cycle processes ●
- IEC 62366-1 Medical devices part 1 Application of usability engineering to medical ● devices
The following quality assurance measures were applied to Quantib Prostate 2.0 development:
- Risk and hazard analysis .
- . Design and code reviews
- Software verification & validation activities
- Performance testing ●
- Usability engineering ●
- Cybersecurity and vulnerability analysis ●
#### PERFORMANCE DATA 7.2
The prostate segmentation algorithm and performance are unchanged. For the sub-region segmentation and ROI localization initiation the following performance tests are added:
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## Non-clinical performance testing:
Bench testing of the software was done to show that the system is suitable for its intended use and to evaluate the stand-alone performance of the sub-region seqmentation algorithm. This was done by comparing the automatic sub-region segmentation to a ground truth and calculating the Dice overlap and Mean Surface Distance. To place the agreement between the automatic method and the manual segmentation into context, the results are compared with the inter-observer measurements using statistical tests. Bench testing did not reveal any issues with the system, demonstrating that the modified device is as safe and effective as the predicate device.
## Clinical performance:
The clinical performance test of the sub-region prostate segmentation and the ROI localization initiation as seen by the user in a clinical context is conducted in a qualitative manner. Radiologists were asked to score the sub-region segmentations and ROI initial localizations using a 5-point Likert scale. It is concluded that sub-regions and ROI localizations are judged to be of high quality.
## 8 CONCLUSIONS
By virtue of its intended use and physical and technological characteristics, Quantib Prostate 2.0 is substantially equivalent to a device that has been approved for marketing in the United States. The performance data show that Quantib Prostate 2.0 is as safe and effective as the predicate device.
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