Segmentation study comparing Ikshana to Mimics Medical (K183105) using 60 trials.
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Linear and Angular Measurements
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95 percent of differences falling within acceptable limits
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Measurement study comparing Immersive Touch Ikshana to Medical Mimics using orthopedic and maxillofacial models.
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Indications for Use
Ikshana is a software device to display medical images. It includes functions for image manipulation, measurements, and 3D visualization. Medical images may only be interpreted using an FDA-cleared display monitor that meets technical specifications that are reviewed and accepted by the FDA. Ikshana is intended to be used as an adjunct to the interpretation of images performed using diagnostic imaging systems and is not intended for primary diagnosis. Display monitors used for reading medical images for diagnostic purposes must be FDA-approved radiology monitors. Ikshana software is indicated for use by qualified healthcare professionals, including, but not restricted to, radiologists, non-radiology specialists, physicians, and technologists. When accessing the Ikshana software from a wireless stereoscopic head-mounted display (HMD) or mobile device, the images viewed are for informational purposes only and are not intended for diagnostic use.
Device Story
Ikshana is a standalone modular software platform for 3D visualization and surgical planning. It ingests 2D CT/MR DICOM data to create 3D representations. Clinicians view these on traditional monitors or via Microsoft HoloLens 2 (HMD) using hand gestures. The system provides image manipulation (zoom, pan, window/level, rotate), MPR, 3D volume rendering, and measurement tools (line, angle). It is used by surgeons, radiologists, and technologists in clinical settings. Output is visual; it aids surgical planning but is not for primary diagnosis. Diagnostic interpretation requires FDA-cleared radiology monitors. The device benefits patients by providing enhanced 3D anatomical visualization for pre-surgical planning.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Measurement study (orthopedic/maxillofacial models) compared Ikshana to Mimics Medical; paired t-tests showed p > 0.05, indicating no significant difference. Bland-Altman plots confirmed equivalence for linear/angular measurements. Segmentation study (cardiovascular/orthopedic/maxillofacial models) achieved an average DICE coefficient of ~96% over 60 trials compared to Mimics Medical; paired t-tests showed p > 0.05. AR HMD functionality was validated through system testing.
Technological Characteristics
Software platform for DICOM processing. Supports traditional monitors and Microsoft HoloLens 2 HMD (1440x936 per eye, 43° horizontal FOV, 33 pixels/degree). Connectivity via HTTPS/web browsers. Features include segmentation, MPR, 3D volume rendering, and measurement tools. Operates on Windows/Unity-based environment. Data security via user/password control, audit trails, and HTTPS encryption.
Indications for Use
Indicated for use by qualified healthcare professionals (radiologists, specialists, physicians, technologists) to display, manipulate, measure, and visualize 3D medical images as an adjunct to diagnostic imaging systems. Not for primary diagnosis. Images viewed on wireless HMDs or mobile devices are for informational purposes only.
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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ImmersiveTouch Prashant Banerjee CEO 910 W Van Buren Street, Suite # 715 CHICAGO, ILLINOIS 60607
October 16, 2023
Re: K230249
Trade/Device Name: Ikshana Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.2050 Regulation Name: Medical Image Management and Processing System Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: LLZ Dated: September 11, 2023 Received: September 14, 2023
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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 (the 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 available 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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Jessica Lamb
Jessica Lamb Assistant Director DHT8B: Division of Radiologic Imaging Devices and Electronic Products OHT8: Office of Radiological Health Office of Product Evaluation and Quality Center for Devices and Radiological Health
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K230249
Device Name Ikshana
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
Ikshana is a software device to display medical images. It includes functions for image manipulation, measurements, and 3D visualization.
Medical images may only be interpreted using an FDA-cleared display monitor that meets technical specifications that are reviewed and accepted by the FDA.
Ikshana is intended to be used as an adjunct to the interpretation of images performed using diagnostic imaging systems and is not intended for primary diagnosis. Display monitors used for reading medical images for diagnostic purposes must be FDA-approved radiology monitors.
Ikshana software is indicated for use by qualified healthcare professionals, including, but not restricted to, radiologists, non-radiology specialists, physicians, and technologists.
When accessing the Ikshana software from a wireless stereoscopic head-mounted display (HMD) or mobile device, the images viewed are for informational purposes only and are not intended for diagnostic use.
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# 510(k) Summary
#### I. SUBMITTER
ImmersiveTouch, Inc. 910 W Van Buren Street, Suite #715, Chicago, IL 60607
PHONE: +1 630 570 5943 Fax: +1 908 634 1219
Contact Person: Dr. P. Pat Banerjee Date Prepared: January 15th, 2023
II. DEVICE
Device Name: Ikshana Regulation Name: Medical Image Management and Processing System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.2050 Regulation Class: II Product Code: LLZ
#### III. PREDICATE DEVICE
Ikshana is claimed to be substantially equivalent to predicate device SurgicalAR (K190764).
Ikshana is also substantially equivalent to reference device Mimics Medical (K183105) in its ability to perform image segmentation based on input data.
### IV. DEVICE DESCRIPTION
Ikshana is a stand-alone modular software platform to be used by clinicians for the visualization of medical images in 3D to allow for surgical planning activities. The device takes 2D medical images and creates accurate 3D representations that clinicians can then view on a stereoscopic display. This modular package is used to
- · Load patient CT/MR DICOM data
- . View DICOM data using a traditional computer monitor or in Augmented Reality (AR) using a head-mounted display, HMD (Microsoft HoloLens 2).
| S. No. | Specifications | HoloLens 2 (Head Mounted Display) |
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| 1 | The manufacturer and model of the HMD | Manufacturer - Microsoft<br>HMD Model - Microsoft HoloLens 2 |
| S. No. | Specifications | HoloLens 2 (Head Mounted Display) |
| 2 | The number of horizontal and<br>vertical pixels of the display per eye | Resolution 1440×936 per eye |
| 3 | Horizontal and vertical field of view | Given that Microsoft said the HoloLens 2 FoV<br>has a 3:2 "screen" ratio, some basic math showed<br>the device had a horizontal FoV of 43° and a<br>vertical of 29°. |
| 4 | Number of pixels per degree | 33 pixels per degree of field of view |
| 5 | The minimum and maximum<br>luminance of the display | The maximum luminance of the HoloLens 2<br>display is reported at 500 cd/m2, and the<br>minimum luminance is 0 (for an empty pixel). |
| 6 | Unity depth buffer size | Unity depth textures at the HoloLens 2 end are 16<br>bits. 24-bit textures are used before images are<br>sent to the HoloLens for the purposes of accurate<br>pixel sorting, but this is down sampled to 16-bits<br>before sending over the network, where it is used<br>for latency compensation. The far planes of the<br>virtual cameras used for rendering are set to under<br>10 meters, down from Unity's default value of<br>1000 meters, to maximize the accuracy of these<br>depth values. |
| 7 | Maximum temperature and<br>recommended temperature of the<br>HMD | The devices operate in a temperature range of<br>10°C to 35°C. |
| 8 | HMD's interpupillary distance<br>(IPD), the adjustment range of IPD: | The HoloLens 2 display actively color-corrects<br>images based on the position of the user's eyes.<br>Eye calibration provides two critical inputs:<br>(1) the user's interpupillary distance (IPD) and<br>(2) the direction each eye is looking. Without eye<br>calibration, the system defaults to a nominal eye<br>position without eye movement. |
| 9 | Eye relief and compatibility with<br>corrective lenses | 18mm to 23mm |
| 10 | Distance of the virtual content from<br>the user in the software design | HoloLens displays are fixed at an optical distance<br>of approximately 2.0 m away from the user. Users<br>must always accommodate nearly 2.0 m to<br>maintain a clear image in the device. |
#### HoloLens 2 Specifications
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#### V. INDICATIONS FOR USE
Ikshana is a software device to display medical images. It includes functions for image review, image manipulation, measurements, and 3D visualization.
Medical images may only be interpreted using an FDA-cleared display monitor that meets technical specifications that are reviewed and accepted by the FDA.
Ikshana is intended to be used as an adjunct to the interpretation of images performed using diagnostic imaging systems and is not intended for primary diagnosis. Display monitors used for reading medical images for diagnostic purposes must be FDA-approved radiology monitors.
Ikshana software is indicated for use by qualified healthcare professionals, including, but not restricted to, radiologists, non-radiology specialists, physicians, and technologists.
When accessing the Ikshana software from a wireless stereoscopic head-mounted display (HMD) or mobile device, the images viewed are for informational purposes only and are not intended for diagnostic use.
#### VI. COMPARISON OF TECHNOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS WITH THE PREDICATE DEVICE
The Ikshana employs similar fundamental technologies as the identified predicate devices, including:
- The subject and predicate device both have the same intended use.
- . The subject and predicate device both have similar abilities to process, review and analyze medical imaging data.
- The subject and predicate device both have similar functionalities to perform measurements · and aid in surgical planning activities.
### Differences
Ikshana can perform segmentation, which is different from the predicate listed.
### Comparison with reference device of K183105 - Mimics Medical
Intended use and Functionality - Both Ikshana and Mimics Medical offer advanced image processing capabilities, including segmentation and 3D visualization. Ikshana and Mimics Medical can perform image segmentation based on the input data. However, Mimics Medical has a broader range of functionalities. Ikshana is primarily designed for 3D visualization and pre-surgical planning using diagnostic imaging systems and is not intended for primary diagnosis. In contrast, Mimics Medical encompasses a wider range of applications, including treatment planning, and the creation of output files for additive manufacturing. Ikshana specifies that medical images must be interpreted on FDAapproved radiology monitors, while Mimics Medical does not include specific display requirements in its intended use.
The results for Segmentation study have been compared with a previously cleared reference device Mimics Medical (K183105). Mimics Medical (K183105), a software interface and image segmentation system that is intended for measuring and treatment planning was used in the Performance Testing to
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compare the results of the subject device. All of the results showed under this specific chapter show a high level of equivalence between Ikshana and Mimics Medical.
| Features | Description | Subject Device | Predicate Device |
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| | | Ikshana | SurgicalAR |
| Measurement Tool | Line<br>Angle | Yes | Yes |
| User Installation Requirements | As per IFU | Yes | Yes |
| Data Type Supported | DICOM | Yes | Yes |
| Image View/Manipulation | Image Zoom<br>Pan<br>Window Level<br>Auto Window<br>Reset<br>Image Rotate<br>Image Flip<br>Magnify/Zoom | Yes | Yes |
| Data Encryption | HTTPS | Yes | Yes |
| Patient Information Display | Capable of displaying patient information | Yes | Yes |
| Linking | Co-planar linking:<br>Auto link<br>Manual | Yes | Yes |
| User and Password Control | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Data Security | Stored on server | Yes | Yes |
| Audit Trail | Audit trail logged | Yes | Yes |
| User Management | Database structure allows mapping users to group internally or mapping external groups | Yes | Yes |
| Features | Description | Subject Device | Predicate Device |
| | | Ikshana | SurgicalAR |
| Transmission Modes | Via the web with Internet browsers | Yes | Yes |
| MPR Viewing | This viewing feature enables the display of<br>reformatted CT and MR images into axial,<br>coronal and sagittal orientations | Yes | Yes |
| 3D Volume Rendered<br>Viewing | This viewing feature enables the display of<br>3D perspective views of CT and MR image<br>sets that have been transformed into<br>volumes. It also provides presets to enable<br>users to alter the visualization parameters<br>of the 3D views to highlight features. | Yes | Yes |
| Active Target Tool | This viewing feature provides a facility to<br>view a single target location | Yes | Yes |
| Crosshair Navigation<br>and Synchronization | This viewing feature provides a facility to<br>synchronize and scroll through multiple<br>views at the same time. (2D slice view) | Yes | Yes |
| Ability to close an<br>image by clicking an<br>"X" in the upper-left<br>portion of the viewport | Ability to close an image by clicking an<br>"X" in the upper-left portion of the<br>viewport. | Yes | Yes |
| HMD support for<br>visualization purpose<br>only (not for diagnostic<br>use) | This viewing feature makes Ikshana<br>compatible with off-the shelf-wireless, Wi-<br>Fi enabled, stereoscopic head-mounted<br>display | Yes | Yes |
| Diagnostic quality<br>medical image review | Ability to provide diagnostic quality<br>medical image review for multi-<br>dimensional digital images acquired from a<br>variety of imaging devices- via FDA<br>approved diagnostic monitors | Yes | Yes |
| Image Segmentation | Ability to perform segmentation based on<br>the input data | Yes | No |
| Intended Use<br>Environment | Intraoperative use | No | No |
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# Operator profile
Qualified healthcare professionals, including but not restricted to surgeons, radiologists, nonradiology specialists, physicians, and technologists.
## Patient population
The device is software that allows for viewing of DICOM data. Therefore, this is not restricted to a specific patient population.
# Operating principle
There are different operating principles such as viewing:
- On desktop PCs with a traditional monitor the interaction with the software is performed . with a mouse and/or keyboard.
- On a head-mounted display, the interaction with the software is performed using hand . gestures.
## VII. PERFORMANCE DATA
## Software Verification and Validation Testing
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."
This includes verification against defined requirements, and validation against user needs. Both enduser validation and bench testing were performed.
Software verification and validation includes:
- · Verification of each independent software subsystem against defined requirements.
- . Verification of interfaces between software subsystems against defined requirements.
- . Validation of fully integrated systems including all subsystems against overall system requirements.
### Measurements Study and Segmentation Study
The purpose of the Measurement study was to evaluate, measure and compare the inter and intra user variability between measurements taken by multiple users in the subject device. Comparison of the inter and intra user measurements showed that all measurements fell within the set acceptance criteria. A combination of orthopedic, and maxillofacial models was used for this study.
For the measurement study the paired t-tests comparing Immersive Touch Ikshana measurements to Medical Mimics measurements resulted in p-values greater than 0.05, indicating a lack of significant difference between the two. Bland Altman plots also confirmed a high level of equivalence for both linear and angular measurements, with 95 percent of differences falling within acceptable limits. Overall, these findings suggested that Immersive Touch Ikshana and Medical Mimics measurements are likely equivalent.
The purpose of the Seementation study was to visually compare segmentation models created by the subject device with a previously cleared reference device Mimics Medical (K183105). The results were validated by subject matter experts. The comparison showed a high level of equivalence between Ikshana and Mimics Medical for all the anatomical models. A combination of cardiovascular, orthopedic, and maxillofacial models was used. For the segmentation study, an average DICE
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coefficient of approximately 96% was achieved for 60 trials comparing ImmersiveTouch and Materialize Mimics volumes. The paired t-test resulted in a p-value above 0.05, suggesting that the null hypothesis of no significant difference between the two volume measurements cannot be rejected, indicating likely equivalence between the two methods.
The results for Segmentation study have been compared with a previously cleared reference device Mimics Medical (K183105). Mimics Medical (K183105), a software interface and image segmentation system that is intended for measuring and treatment planning was used in the Performance Testing to compare the results of the subject device. A measurement accuracy study was conducted to analyze and validate the reproducibility and the accuracy of measurements in subject device in comparison to measurements made in Materialize Mimics. All of the results showed a high level of equivalence between Ikshana and Mimics Medical.
# AR HMD Testing
The functioning of the AR HMD was tested through validation tests and the 3D anatomical representations were successfully visualized via the Head mounted display.
# Summary
The performance data indicates that the verification and validation testing performed on Ikshana successfully demonstrates conformity to pre-established specifications and acceptance criteria. The acceptance criteria were established in order to demonstrate device performance and substantial equivalence of the software to the predicate device.
# VII. CONCLUSIONS
Ikshana demonstrates substantial equivalence to its predicate devices incorporate similar inputs, operations, and outputs.
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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.
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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.