VERITON CT 300 Series Digital SPECT/CT System (VERITON CT 316/364); VERITON CT 400 Series Digital SPECT/CT System (VERITON CT 416/464)
Applicant
Spectrum Dynamics Medical, Ltd.
Product Code
KPS · Radiology
Decision Date
Apr 28, 2023
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Abbreviated
Regulation
21 CFR 892.1200
Device Class
Class 2
Indications for Use
Spectrum Dynamics Medical's VERITON system is intended for use by trained healthcare professionals to aid in the detection, localization, diagnosis, staging and restaging of lesions, diseases, and organ function. For evaluating diseases and disorders such as cardiovascular disease, neurological disorders, and trauma. System outcomes can be used to plan, guide, and monitor therapy. SPECT: The SPECT component is intended to detect or image the distribution of radionuclides in the body or organ (physiology), using the following techniques: whole body and tomographic imaging. CT: The CT component is intended to produce cross-sectional images of the body by computer reconstruction of x-ray transmission data (anatomy) from either the same axial plane taken at different angles or spiral planes take at different angles. SPECT+CT: The SPECT and CT components used together acquire SPECT/CT images. The SPECT images can be corrected for attenuation with the CT images, and can be combined (image registration) to merge the patient's physiological (SPECT) and anatomical (CT) images.
Device Story
VERITON CT 300/400 Series are back-to-back SPECT/CT scanners. SPECT subsystem uses CZT modules to detect/image radionuclide distribution (physiology); CT subsystem uses X-ray transmission data to produce cross-sectional anatomical images. System enables independent SPECT or CT imaging or integrated SPECT/CT. Integrated mode allows attenuation correction of SPECT images using CT data and image registration to merge physiological and anatomical information. Operated by trained healthcare professionals in clinical settings. Output consists of diagnostic-quality images used by radiologists/physicians to detect, localize, and stage disease, and to plan/monitor therapy. Benefits include precise anatomical localization of metabolic activity.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical trials; clinical evidence consists of a board-certified radiologist's evaluation of sample SPECT, CT, and SPECT/CT images to confirm diagnostic quality.
Technological Characteristics
Back-to-back SPECT/CT scanner. SPECT uses CZT modules (energy range 40-300 keV or 40-400 keV). CT uses 16 or 64-slice configuration. Software version 2.3.0. Complies with 21 CFR 1020.30, 1020.33. Manufactured under ISO 13485/MDSAP.
Indications for Use
Indicated for use by trained healthcare professionals to aid in detection, localization, diagnosis, staging, and restaging of lesions, diseases, and organ function, including cardiovascular disease, neurological disorders, and trauma. Used for planning, guiding, and monitoring therapy.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An emission computed tomography system is a device intended to detect the location and distribution of gamma ray- and positron-emitting radionuclides in the body and produce cross-sectional images through computer reconstruction of the data. This generic type of device may include signal analysis and display equipment, patient and equipment supports, radionuclide anatomical markers, component parts, and accessories.
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April 28, 2023
Spectrum Dynamics Medical Ltd % Igor Naroditsky Vice President, Quality and Regulatory Affairs 22 Bareket St. North Industrial Park Caesarea. 3079837 ISRAEL
Re: K230600
Trade/Device Name: VERITON CT 300 Series Digital SPECT/CT System (VERITON CT 316/364); VERITON CT 400 Series Digital SPECT/CT System (VERITON CT 416/464) Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.1200 Regulation Name: Emission computed tomography system Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: KPS, JAK Dated: February 28, 2023 Received: March 3, 2023
Dear Igor Naroditsky:
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.
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Daniel M. Krainak, Ph.D. Assistant Director Magnetic Resonance and Nuclear Medicine Team DHT8C: Division of Radiological Imaging and Radiation Therapy Devices OHT8: Office of Radiological Health Office of Product Evaluation and Quality Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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## Indications for Use
Submission Number (if known)
K230600
Device Name
VERITON CT 400 Series Digital SPECT/CT System (VERITON CT 416/464)
VERITON CT 300 Series Digital SPECT/CT System (VERITON CT 316/364)
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
Spectrum Dynamics Medical's VERITON system is intended for use by trained healthcare professionals to aid in the detection, localization, diagnosis, staging and restaging of lesions, diseases, and organ function. For evaluating diseases and disorders such as cardiovascular disease, neurological disorders, and trauma. System outcomes can be used to plan, guide, and monitor therapy.
SPECT: The SPECT component is intended to detect or image the distribution of radionuclides in the body or organ (physiology), using the following techniques: whole body and tomographic imaging.
CT: The CT component is intended to produce cross-sectional images of the body by computer reconstruction of x-ray transmission data (anatomy) from either the same axial plane taken at different angles or spiral planes take at different angles.
SPECT+CT: The SPECT and CT components used together acquire SPECT/CT images. The SPECT images can be corrected for attenuation with the CT images, and can be combined (image registration) to merge the patient's physiological (SPECT) and anatomical (CT) images.
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 OF SAFETY AND EFFECTIVNESS
K230600 510(k) Number: __
| Date of submission: | March 06, 2023 |
|-----------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Submitter: | Spectrum Dynamics Medical Ltd.<br>22 Bareket St. North Industrial Park<br>Caesarea, Israel 3079837. |
| Submitter Contact: | Mr. Igor Naroditsky, VP QA/RA<br>Tel: + (972) 73-737-4548<br>Fax: + (972) 73-737-4502<br>Email: igorn@spectrum-dynamics.com |
| Device Trade Name: | VERITON CT 300 Series Digital SPECT/CT System (VERITON CT<br>316/364)<br>VERITON CT 400 Series Digital SPECT/CT System (VERITON CT<br>416/464) |
| Medical Specialty: | Radiology |
| Regulation: | 21 CFR 892.1200 - Emission Computed Tomography |
| Product Codes: | KPS and JAK (Class 2) |
| Common Name/Classification: | Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography<br>(SPECT)/Computed Tomography (CT) system |
#### Marketed Devices:
The Spectrum Dynamics VERITON CT 300/400 Series are a modification of VERITON CT 64 system (K182484) and VERITON CT 16 System (K190457).
#### Predicate device:
Spectrum Dynamics Medical's VERITON® CT 16 (K190457)
#### Referenced device:
Spectrum Dynamics Medical's VERITON® CT 64 (K182484)
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## Device Description:
The VERITONCT 300/400 Series consist of back - to - back Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography (SPECT) and X-Ray Computed Tomography (CT) scanners. The SPECT subsystem images and measures the distribution of radiopharmaceuticals in humans for the purpose of determining various metabolic (molecular) and physiologic functions within the human body and integrates CT's anatomical detail for precise reference of the location of the metabolic activity. CT subsystem produces cross-sectional images of the body by computer reconstruction of X-Ray transmission data from either the same axial plane taken at different angles or spiral planes taken at different angles. The system can be used as an integrated SPECT and CT modality while also enabling independent functionality of SPECT and CT as standalone diagnostic imaging devices.
All models employ a same software version 2.3.0
The proposed series consists of four variations:
| | Energy range | Integrated CT |
|----------------|--------------|---------------|
| VERITON CT 316 | 40-300 keV | 16 Slices |
| VERITON CT 364 | 40-300 keV | 64 Slices |
| VERITON CT 416 | 40-400 keV | 16 Slices |
| VERITON CT 464 | 40-400 keV | 64 Slices |
#### Modifications in VERITON Family include:
Enhanced CZT module's introduction to support an extended energy range
#### Intended Use:
Spectrum Dynamics Medical's VERITON system is intended for use by trained healthcare professionals to aid in the detection, localization, diagnosis, staging of lesions, diseases, and organ function. For evaluating diseases and disorders such as cardiovascular disease, neurological disorders, and trauma. System outcomes can be used to plan, guide, and monitor therapy.
SPECT: The SPECT component is intended to detect or image the distribution of radionuclides in the body or organ (physiology), using the following techniques: whole body and tomographic imaging.
CT: The CT component is intended to produce cross-sectional images of the body by computer reconstruction of x-ray transmission data (anatomy) from either the same axial plane taken at different angles or spiral planes take at different angles.
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SPECT+CT: The SPECT and CT components used together acquire SPECT/CT images can be corrected for attenuation with the CT images and can be combined (image registration) to merge the patient's physiological (SPECT) and anatomical (CT) images.
## Technological characteristic:
Spectrum Dynamics' VERITON CT 300/400 Series employ the same fundamental scientific technology as it's predicate device VERITON® CT 16 (K190457) and referenced VERITON® CT 64 (K182484). The system architecture has not been changed between the commercially available VERITON CT 16 (K190457)/ VERITON CT 64 (K182484) and proposed VERITON 300/400 Series.
#### Determination of substantial equivalence:
#### Performance testing
Verification & Validation includes testing for Software, EMC, Consensus Standard testing applicable for SPECT/CT scanners, mitigation measures set forth in device specific regulations (21CFR §1020.30, §1020.33), and usability. These tests were conducted to characterize the performance of the proposed device functionality against that of the predicate device. The supplementary non-clinical performance evaluations used a variety of test methods and phantoms appropriate for the performance metric/claim that was to be tested and evaluated. Mathematical and physics analysis were performed to demonstrate that each performance metric/claim was successfully verified and substantiated. The areas additionally evaluated included energy resolution, count rate linearity, uniformity, system resolution and lesion detectability. All testing has met the acceptance criteria for the proposed device.
#### Summary of Non-Clinical Testing:
The device has successfully completed all design control testing as per our quality system. No new hazards were identified, and no unexpected test results were obtained. The VERITON CT 300/400 Series were designed and will be manufactured under the Quality System Regulations of 21CFR 820 and MDSAP/ISO 13485. The following quality assurance measures were applied to the development of the system:
- l Risk Analysis
- -Design Reviews
- -Software Development Lifecycle
- -Testing on unit level (Module verification)
- -Integration testing (System verification)
- | Performance testing (Verification)
- l EMC Safety testing (Verification)
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Spectrum Dynamics believes that the VERITON CT 300/400 Series are substantially equivalent to the VERITON" CT 16 system (K190457). The substantial equivalence was also based on software documentation for a "Moderate" level of concern device.
#### Summary of Clinical Testing:
Sample clinical images of the SPECT, CT and SPECT/CT modalities were evaluated by a board-certified radiologist to confirm that the images were of diagnostic quality.
#### Conclusion:
Based on the conformance to standards, development under Spectrum Dynamics quality system, the successful verification testing, additional engineering testing, and the clinical evaluation, Spectrum Dynamics Medical believes that the VERITON CT 300/400 Series are substantially equivalent to the predicate device, VERITON® CT 16 system (K190457) and hence is safe and effective for its intended use
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