K231790 · InMode , Ltd. · GEI · Jul 20, 2023 · General, Plastic Surgery
Device Facts
Record ID
K231790
Device Name
The InMode System with the Morpheus8 Applicators
Applicant
InMode , Ltd.
Product Code
GEI · General, Plastic Surgery
Decision Date
Jul 20, 2023
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Special
Regulation
21 CFR 878.4400
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
The InMode System with the Morpheus8 Applicators is intended for use in dermatologic procedures where coagulation/contraction of soft tissue or hemostasis is needed. At higher energy levels greater than 62 mJ/pin, the use of the Morpheus8 Applicator is limited to Skin Types I-IV.
Device Story
InMode System with Morpheus8 Applicators is an electrosurgical device for dermatologic procedures. It uses fractional radiofrequency (RF) energy delivered via multi-electrode pin arrays to achieve soft tissue coagulation, contraction, or hemostasis. The system comprises a console with an RF generator, power supply, controller, and LCD touch screen, connected to a handheld applicator with disposable, single-use tip heads (12, 24, 40 pin, or T-tip). A foot switch activates energy delivery. The device is operated by clinicians in a clinical setting. By monitoring RF parameters, the system provides enhanced safety during treatment. The output is thermal energy, which induces coagulation necrosis in target tissues, benefiting patients by facilitating tissue contraction and hemostasis.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data submitted. Bench testing leveraged from K200947 included an ex-vivo porcine tissue study (muscle and fat) to visualize coagulation necrosis patterns via biopsy and staining, confirming the device performs as intended.
Technological Characteristics
RF-based electrosurgical device; 1 MHz frequency; 65W max output power. Features multi-electrode pin arrays for fractional energy delivery. Console includes AC/DC power supply, RF generator, controller, and LCD interface. Complies with ANSI AAMI ES 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2 (EMC), and IEC 60601-2-2 (HF surgical equipment). Disposable, single-use applicator tips. Software-controlled parameter monitoring.
Indications for Use
Indicated for dermatologic procedures requiring soft tissue coagulation, contraction, or hemostasis. At energy levels >62 mJ/pin, use is restricted to Fitzpatrick Skin Types I-IV.
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.
Predicate Devices
InMode System with the Morpheus8 Applicators (K200947)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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July 20, 2023
InMode Ltd. % Janice Hogan Partner Hogan Lovells US LLP 1735 Market Street, Suite 2300 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19103
Re: K231790
Trade/Device Name: The InMode System with the Morpheus8 Applicators Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.4400 Regulation Name: Electrosurgical cutting and coagulation device and accessories Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: GEI Dated: June 20, 2023 Received: June 20, 2023
Dear Janice Hogan:
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,
Digitally signed by Mark Mark Trumbore -S Trumbore -S Date: 2023.07.20 10:51:15 -04'00'
Mark Trumbore, 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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#### DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Food and Drug Administration Indications for Use
Form Approved: OMB No. 0910-0120 Expiration Date: 06/30/2023 See PRA Statement below
510(k) Number (if known)
Device Name
The InMode System with the Morpheus8 Applicators
Indications for Use (Describe)
The InMode System with the Morpheus8 Applicators is intended for use in dermatologic procedures where coagulation/contraction of soft tissue or hemostasis is needed. At higher energy levels greater than 62 mJ/pin, the use of the Morpheus8 Applicator is limited to Skin Types I-V.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
区 Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
□ Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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#### 510(K) Summary
#### INMODE SYSTEM WITH THE MORPHEUS8 APPLICATORS
#### Applicant Name:
| Company Name: | InMode MD Ltd. |
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| Address: | Tabor Building, Shaar Yokneam<br>Yokneam 20692, Israel |
| Tel: | +972-4-9097470 |
| Fax: | +972-4-9097471 |
## Contact Person:
Janice M. Hogan Hogan Lovells US LLP 1735 Market Street, Floor 23 Philadelphia, PA 19103 Phone: (267) 675-4611 Facsimile: (267) 675-4601
| Date Prepared: | July 20, 2023 |
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Trade Name: InMode System with the Morpheus8 Applicators
- Classification Name: CFR Classification section 878.4400; (Product code GEI)
- Classification: Class II Medical Device
## Predicate Device:
The InMode System with the Morpheus8 Applicators is substantially equivalent to the InMode System with the Morpheus8 Applicators (K200947)
## Purpose of the Special 510(k) notice:
The InMode System with the Morpheus8 Applicators is a expansion of indications for the cleared InMode System with the Morpheus8 Applicators (K200947).
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## Intended Use:
The InMode System with the Morpheus8 Applicators is intended for use in dermatologic procedures where coagulation/contraction of soft tissue or hemostasis is needed.
At higher energy levels greater than 62 mJ/pin, the use of the Morpheus8 Applicator is limited to Skin Types I-IV.
# Device Description:
The InMode System with the Morpheus8 Applicators is a RF technology based device intended for dermatological applications which require coagulation/contraction of soft tissue or hemostasis.
The device platform is identical to the one in FDA-Cleared InMode System with the Morpheus8 Applicators (K200947), inclusive of minor software modifications, cleared in K210492 and K221571. The InMode System with the Morpheus8 Applicators employs fractional RF multi-electrode technology for procedures requiring electrocoagulation and hemostasis. The Morpheus8 Applicators are designed to deliver radiofrequency energy to the skin in a fractional manner, via an array of multi-electrode pins. The device provides enhanced safety while minimizing possible side effects by monitoring RF parameters.
The InMode System with the Morpheus8 Applicators consists of an AC/DC power supply unit, RF generator, controller and user interface including LCD touch screen. The Morpheus8 Applicators are connected to the console via a cable and a foot switch activates the energy delivery to the applicator. The device has two Applicators which can be connected to the platform, one at the time. The Morpheus8 Applicator comprises a handle and detachable, sterilized, disposable, single-use 12, 24, and T tip head accessories. The Morpheus8 Body Applicator is identical except that the compatible tip head is a 40 pin tip head.
Following are the InMode System with the Morpheus8 Applicators specifications:
| RF Max Output Power: | 65 Watt |
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| RF Output Frequency: | 1 MHz |
| Dimension: | 46cm W x 46cm D x 100cm H<br>(18.2" W x 18.2" D x 40" H) |
| Weight: | 30 Kg (70.4 lbs.) |
| Main Line Frequency: | 50-60 Hz |
| Input Voltage (nominal): | 100-240 VAC |
## Performance Standards:
The InMode System with the Morpheus8 Applicators has been tested and complies with the following voluntary recognized standards:
- -ANSI AAMI ES 60601-1:2005/(R)2012 and A1:2012, C1:2009/(R)2012 and A2:2010/(R)2012 (Consolidated Text) Medical electrical equipment - Part 1: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance.
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- -IEC 60601-1-2 Edition 4.0 2014-02 Medical electrical equipment - Part 1-2: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance - Collateral Standard: Electromagnetic disturbances - Requirements and tests.
- IEC 60601-2-2 Edition 6.0 2017-03 Medical electrical equipment Part 2-2: Particular requirements for the basic safety and essential performance of high frequency surgical equipment and high frequency surgical accessories.
# Non-Clinical (Bench) Performance Data:
No new bench performance data is submitted to support this submission. However, the following bench testing, submitted in K200947, is leveraged to support the expansion of Indications for Use and associated changes in labeling. The performance and safety of the InMode System with the Morpheus8 Applicators treatment in dermatological procedures was evaluated in an ex-vivo tissue study. The study was conducted on two different harvested porcine tissues, muscle and fat, utilizing the InMode System with the Morpheus8 applicator. Treatment was followed by biopsy sampling of slices and immediately stained to visualize the tissue coagulation necrosis pattern. The ex-vivo study results demonstrate that the Morpheus8 Applicators perform as intended for the specified indications.
## Animal Performance Data / Histology Data:
No new animal performance data is submitted to support this submission.
#### Clinical Performance Data:
Not Applicable
## Substantial Equivalence:
The indications for use and technological characteristics of the InMode System with the Morpheus8 Applicators are substantially equivalent to the indications for use and technological characteristics of the FDA-Cleared InMode System with the Morpheus8 Applicators (K200947).
The design and components in the InMode System, including the console (with power supply, RF generator, controller and display panel) and the Applicator (with cable, connector to console, handle and tip) are similar to the design and components found in the predicate. The safety features and compliance with safety standards in the InMode System with the Morpheus8 Applicators are identical to the safety features and compliance with safety standards found in the predicate device. Patient contact materials are also identical. Any minor modifications in the technological characteristics do not raise new safety or effectiveness concerns.
Furthermore, the previously cleared InMode System with the Morpheus8 Applicators underwent performance testing, including software validation testing, electrical and mechanical safety testing according to IEC 60601-1 and electromagnetic compatibility testing according to IEC 60601-1-2 and IEC 60601-2-2, comparative bench testing and ex-vivo tissue testing to evaluate the fractional coagulation necrosis pattern of target tissues, formed by thermal effect of the InMode System with the Morpheus8 Applicators in different tissue depths. These performance tests demonstrated that the device's performance and specifications meet the system requirements. These performance tests are
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equally relevant to the current submission.
Any change in the wording of the indications does not refer to a different intended use nor a different performance claim, and thus no additional performance testing is required.
Consequently, it can be concluded that the InMode System with the Morpheus8 Applicators is substantially equivalent to the predicate InMode System with the Morpheus8 Applicators, FDA-Cleared in K200947, and may, therefore. be legally marketed in the USA.
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