K241068 · Shanghai United Imaging Healthcare Co., Ltd. · KPR · Nov 1, 2024 · Radiology
Device Facts
Record ID
K241068
Device Name
uDR 780i
Applicant
Shanghai United Imaging Healthcare Co., Ltd.
Product Code
KPR · Radiology
Decision Date
Nov 1, 2024
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 892.1680
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Pediatric
Indications for Use
The uDR 780i Digital Medical X-ray system is intended for use by a qualified/trained doctor or technician on both adult and pediatric subjects for taking diagnostic radiographic exposures of the skull, spinal column, chest, abdomen, extremities, and other anatomic sites. Applications can be performed with the subject sitting, standing, or lying in the prone or supine position. Not for mammography.
Device Story
uDR 780i is a stationary digital radiography (DR) system for diagnostic imaging. System components include tube ceiling suspension, bucky wall stand, elevating patient table, high voltage generator, wireless flat panel detectors (a-Si/CsI), and acquisition workstation. Operated by qualified doctors or technicians in clinical settings. Device captures X-ray signals, converts them to digital images via flat panel detectors, and processes them at the workstation. Images are transferred via DICOM network for review, storage, and printing. Features include auto-tracking for tube-table alignment and source-image distance maintenance. Output assists clinicians in diagnostic decision-making for various anatomical sites. Benefits include high-quality diagnostic imaging with increased patient weight capacity (320kg) and improved mechanical positioning flexibility.
Clinical Evidence
Clinical image evaluation performed. Sample images of chest, abdomen, spine, pelvis, and extremities were reviewed by a board-certified radiologist. Results confirmed image quality is sufficient for clinical diagnosis. No comparative statistical metrics (sensitivity/specificity) provided; evidence based on qualitative expert review.
Technological Characteristics
Stationary X-ray system; high voltage generator (65kW/80kW, 150kV); flat panel detector (a-Si semiconductor, CsI scintillator, 125µm pixel size); DICOM 3.0 connectivity. Complies with ANSI/AAMI ES 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, IEC 60601-1-3, IEC 60601-2-54, and IEC 60601-2-28. Biocompatibility per ISO 10993-5 and ISO 10993-10.
Indications for Use
Indicated for adult and pediatric patients requiring diagnostic radiographic exposures of the skull, spinal column, chest, abdomen, and extremities. Contraindicated for mammography.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A stationary x-ray system is a permanently installed diagnostic system intended to generate and control x-rays for examination of various anatomical regions. This generic type of device may include signal analysis and display equipment, patient and equipment supports, component parts, and accessories.
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls). A radiographic contrast tray or radiology diagnostic kit intended for use with a stationary x-ray system only is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 892.9.
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November 1, 2024
Shanghai United Imaging Healthcare Co., Ltd. % Gao Xin Regulatory Affairs Manager No.2258 Chengbei Rd. Jiading District Shanghai, 201807 CHINA
Re: K241068
Trade/Device Name: uDR 780i Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.1680 Regulation Name: Stationary X-Ray System Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: KPR Dated: July 8, 2024 Received: September 30, 2024
Dear Gao Xin:
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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Additional information about changes that may require a new premarket notification are provided in the FDA guidance documents entitled "Deciding When to Submit a 510(k) for a Change to an Existing Device" (https://www.fda.gov/media/99812/download) and "Deciding When to Submit a 510(k) for a Software Change to an Existing Device" (https://www.fda.gov/media/99785/download).
Your device is also subject to, among other requirements, the Quality System (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820), which includes, but is not limited to, 21 CFR 820.30. Design controls; 21 CFR 820.90. Nonconforming product; and 21 CFR 820.100, Corrective and preventive action. Please note that regardless of whether a change requires premarket review, the QS regulation requires device manufacturers to review and approve changes to device design and production (21 CFR 820.30 and 21 CFR 820.70) and document changes and approvals in the device master record (21 CFR 820.181).
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All medical devices, including Class I and unclassified devices and combination product device constituent parts are required to be in compliance with the final Unique Device Identification System rule ("UDI Rule"). The UDI Rule requires, among other things, that a device bear a unique device identifier (UDI) on its label and package (21 CFR 801.20(a)) unless an exception or alternative applies (21 CFR 801.20(b)) and that the dates on the device label be formatted in accordance with 21 CFR 801.18. The UDI Rule (21 CFR 830.300(a) and 830.320(b)) also requires that certain information be submitted to the Global Unique Device Identification Database (GUDID) (21 CFR Part 830 Subpart E). For additional information on these requirements, please see the UDI System webpage at https://www.fda.gov/medical-device-advicecomprehensive-regulatory-assistance/unique-device-identification-system-udi-system.
Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR 807.97). For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803), please go to https://www.fda.gov/medical-device-safety/medical-device-reportingmdr-how-report-medical-device-problems.
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assistance/contact-us-division-industry-and-consumer-education-dice) for more information or contact DICE by email (DICE@fda.hhs.gov) or phone (1-800-638-2041 or 301-796-7100).
Sincerely,
Lu Jiang
Lu Jiang, Ph.D. Assistant Director Diagnostic X-Ray Systems Team DHT8B: Division of Radiological 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) K241068
Device Name uDR 780i
Indications for Use (Describe)
The uDR 780i Digital Medical X-ray system is intended for use by a qualified/trained doctor or technician on both adult and pediatric subjects for taking diagnostic exposures of the skull, spinal column, chest, abdomen, extremities, and other anatomic sites. Applications can be performed with the subject sitting, standing, or lying in the prone or supine position. Not for mammography.
| 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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## K241068
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## 510 (k) SUMMARY
- Date of Preparation: 1. July 5, 2024
- 2. Sponsor Identification
Shanghai United Imaging Healthcare Co.,Ltd. No.2258 Chengbei Rd. Jiading District, 201807, Shanghai, China
Establishment Registration Number: 3011015597
Contact Person: Xin Gao Tel: +86-021-67076888-5386 Fax: +86-021-67076889 Email: xin.gao@united-imaging.com
#### Identification of Proposed Device 3.
Trade Name: uDR 780i Common Name: Digital Medical X-ray System Model(s): uDR 780i
Regulatory Information Classification Name: Stationary X-Ray System Classification: II Product Code: KPR Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892. 1680 Review Panel: Radiology
- 4. Identification of Predicate Device(s)
Predicate Device
510(k) Number: K173953 Device Name: Stationary X-Ray System
## Regulatory Information
Classification Name: Stationary X-Ray System Classification: II Product Code: KPR Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892. 1680 Review Panel: Radiology
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Shanghai United Imaging Healthcare Co., Ltd. Tel: +86 (21) 67076888 Fax: +86 (21) 67076889 www.united-imaging.com
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#### 5. Device Description:
The uDR 780i is a digital radiography (DR) system that is designed to provide radiography examinations of sitting, standing or lying patients. It consists of the following components: Tube Ceiling Suspension with tube and collimator, Bucky Wall Stand, Elevating Table, High Voltage Generator, wireless flat panel detectors and an acquisition workstation. The system generates images which can be transferred through DICOM network for printing, review and storage.
#### Intended Use Statement: 6.
The uDR780i digital medical X-ray system is intended for use by a qualified/trained doctor or technician on both adult and pediatric subjects for taking diagnostic radiographic exposures of the skull, spinal column, chest, abdomen, extremities, and other anatomic sites. Applications can be performed with the subject sitting, standing, or lying in the prone or supine position. Not for mammography.
#### Substantially Equivalent (SE) Comparison 7.
A comparison between the technological characteristics of proposed and predicate devices is provided as below.
| | Proposed Device | Predicate Device | Remark |
|---------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------|
| Item | uDR 780i | uDR 780i<br>K173953 | |
| General | | | |
| Product Code | KPR | KPR | Same |
| Regulation No. | 892.1680 | 896.1680 | Same |
| Class | II | II | Same |
| Intended Use | The uDR 780i Digital Medical X-ray system is intended for use by a qualified/trained doctor or technician on both adult and pediatric subjects for taking diagnostic radiographic exposures of the skull, spinal column, chest, abdomen, extremities, and other anatomic sites. Applications can be performed with the subject sitting, standing, or lying in the prone or supine position. Not for mammography. | The uDR 780i Digital Medical X-ray system is intended for use by a qualified/trained doctor or technician on both adult and pediatric subjects for taking diagnostic radiographic exposures of the skull, spinal column, chest, abdomen, extremities, and other anatomic sites. Applications can be performed with the subject sitting, standing, or lying in the prone or supine position. Not for mammography. | Same |
| Specifications | | | |
| High Voltage Generator | | | |
| | Proposed Device | Predicate Device | Remark |
| Item | uDR 780i | uDR 780i<br>K173953 | |
| Max. Power/kW | 65kW/80kW | 65kW/80kW | Same |
| Max. tube<br>Voltage(kV) | 150kV | 150kV | Same |
| Shortest exposure<br>time | 1ms | 1 ms | Same |
| X-Ray Tube Assemble | | | |
| Focus Nominal<br>Value | 0.6/1.2 | 0.6/1.2 | Same |
| Maximum peak<br>voltage | 150kV | 150kV | Same |
| Anode Heat<br>Content | 65kw: ≥300kHU<br>80kw: ≥400kHU | 65kw: ≥300kHU<br>80kw:≥400kHU | Same |
| Anode Target<br>Angle | 12° | 12° | Same |
| X-ray tube<br>assembly Heat<br>content | 65kw: ≥1250KHU<br>80kw: ≥1500KHU | 65kw: ≥1250KHU<br>80kw: ≥1500KHU | Same |
| Flat Panel<br>Detector | | | |
| Configuration<br>of Digital Panels | Battery or DC operated | Battery or AC operated | Note1 |
| Semiconductor<br>material<br>Amorphous silicon<br>(a-Si) | Semiconductor material Amorphous<br>silicon (a-Si) | Semiconductor<br>material<br>Amorphous silicon (a-Si) | Same |
| Scintillator Cesium<br>iodide (CsI) | Scintillator Cesium iodide (CsI) | Scintillator Cesium iodide (CsI) | Same |
| specifications | 3320x3408<br>125µm | 3320x3408<br>125µm | Same |
| Effective<br>radiographic size | 41.5cm x 42.6cm | 41.5cm x 42.6cm | Same |
| Collimator | | | |
| Inherent filtration | 1mm Al | 1mm Al | Same |
| | without filter,<br>0.1 mm,<br>0.2 mm,<br>0.3 mm; | without filter,<br>0.1 mm,<br>0.2 mm,<br>0.3 mm; | Same |
| Copper prefilter | | | |
| Display | | | |
| Specification | ≥21inch, ≥ 1080x1920 | 24inch, 1200x1920 | Note2 |
| Standards | | | |
| DICOM | DICOM3 | DICOM3 | Same |
| Power Source | AC Line, Various voltages available | AC Line, Various voltages | Same |
| Item | Proposed Device<br>uDR 780i | Predicate Device<br>uDR 780i<br>K173953<br>available | Remark |
| Patient Table | | | |
| Motorized vertical<br>travel | $\geq$ 38.2cm | $\geq$ 38.2cm | Same |
| X-ray absorption | < 0.8mmAl | < 0.8mmAl | Same |
| Tabletop travel | Longitudinal: $\geq$ 800mm<br>Transverse: $\geq$ 250mm | Longitudinal: $\pm$ 40cm<br>Transverse: $\pm$ 12.5cm | Note3 |
| Max. patient<br>weight | 320kg | 225kg | Note4 |
| Detector travel<br>range | $\geq$ 67cm | $\leq$ 67cm | Note5 |
| Auto tracking for<br>adjusting the table<br>height is<br>maintained | Yes, X-ray tube follows table height<br>adjustment; source-image distance<br>is maintained. | Yes, X-ray tube follows table<br>height adjustment; source-image<br>distance is maintained. | Same |
| Auto tracking for<br>longitudinal tube<br>travel | Yes, detector follows tube<br>movement; centering maintained. | Yes, detector follows tube<br>movement; centering maintained. | Same |
| Auto tracking for<br>tube rotation | Yes, detector follows tube<br>movement; centering maintained. | Yes, detector follows tube<br>movement; centering maintained. | Same |
| Software function | | | |
| Import/Export<br>images | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Image Search<br>available | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Image Viewing | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Image<br>measurement | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Image Annotation | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Image Operations | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Generator | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Raw image Data<br>processing | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Post image data<br>processing | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Safety | | | |
| Electrical Safety | ANSI/AAMI ES 60601-1:2005 &<br>A1:2012 & A2:2021 Medical<br>electrical equipment - Part 1:<br>General requirements for basic | AAMI ANSI ES60601-<br>1:C1:2009/(R)2012 and<br>A2:2010/(R)2012 (Consolidated<br>Text) Medical electrical equipment | Note6 |
| Item | Proposed Device<br>uDR 780i | Predicate Device<br>uDR 780i<br>K173953 | Remark |
| | safety and essential performance | - Part 1:<br>General requirements for basic<br>safety and essential performance<br>(IEC 60601-1:2005, MOD) | |
| EMC | Comply with IEC60601-1-2 | Comply with IEC60601-1-2 | Same |
| Biocompatibility | Patient Contact Materials were<br>tested and demonstrated no<br>cytotoxicity (ISO 10993-5), no<br>evidence for irritation and<br>sensitization (ISO 10993-10). | Patient Contact Materials were<br>tested and demonstrated no<br>cytotoxicity (ISO 10993-5), no<br>evidence for irritation and<br>sensitization (ISO 10993-10).<br>Comply with ISO10993-5,<br>ISO10993-10 | Same |
| Clinical | Clinical Image Evaluation for the proposed device are provided in Section 28 Clinical<br>Image Evaluation. | | |
| Justification | | | |
| Note ID | Justification | | |
| Note 1 | 1. The configuration of Digital Panel Detector of predicate device is<br>power by Battery or operate in DC power, but there was an error in the<br>description in the previous submission of K173953;<br>2. The configuration of Digital Panel Detector of the proposed device<br>and predicate device is the same, which is power by Battery or operate<br>in DC power. | | |
| Note 2 | Compare the predicted device, the proposed device has added multiple display options<br>through design changes, and these display specification all meet the requirements. | | |
| Note 3 | Compare the predicted device, the proposed device design has not been changed, and<br>a clearer definition of Tabletop travel has been provided to meet the production<br>requirements. | | |
| Note 4 | Compare the predicted device, the proposed device has increased the max. patient<br>weight of the Patient Table by design change, make patient table to have better<br>performance. | | |
| Note 5 | Compare the predicted device, the proposed device design has not been changed,<br>corrected description error in the predict device. | | |
| Note 6 | The proposed device meets the requirement of the latest ANSI/AAMI ES 60601-1<br>standard. | | |
Table 1 Comparison of Technology Characteristics
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Shanghai United Imaging Healthcare Co., Ltd. Fax: +86 (21) 67076889 Tel: +86 (21) 67076888
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# K241068
Shanghai United Imaging Healthcare Co., Ltd.
Tel: +86 (21) 67076888
Image /page/8/Picture/2 description: The image shows the logo for United Imaging. The words "UNITED" and "IMAGING" are stacked on top of each other in a bold, sans-serif font. To the right of the words is a stylized "U" shape, which is also in a bold font. The logo is simple and modern, and the colors are muted.
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#### Non-Clinical Test Conclusion 8.
Non clinical tests were conducted to verify that the proposed device met all design specifications as it is Substantially Equivalent (SE) to the predicate device. The test results demonstrated that the proposed device complies with the following standards:
- A ANSI/AAMI ES 60601-1:2005 & A1:2012 & A2:2021 Medical electrical equipment -Part 1: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance.
- > IEC 60601-1-2:2014+A1:2020 Medical electrical equipment - Part 1-2: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance - Collateral standard: Electromagnetic disturbances - Requirements and tests.
- > IEC 60601-1-3:2008+A1:2013+A2:2021 Medical electrical equipment - Part 1-3: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance - Collateral standard: Radiation protection in diagnostic X-ray equipment.
- > IEC 60601-2-54:2022 Medical electrical equipment - Part 2-54: Particular requirements for the basic safety and essential performance of X-ray equipment for radiography and radioscopy.
- > IEC 60601-2-28:2017 Medical electrical equipment - Part 2-28: Particular requirements for the basic safety and essential performance of X-ray tube assemblies for medical diagnosis
#### 9. Clinical Image Evaluation
The clinical image evaluation was performed under the proposed device. Sample images of chest, abdomen, spine, pelvis, upper extremity and lower extremity were provided with a board certified radiologist to evaluate the image quality in this submission. Each image was reviewed with a statement indicating that image quality is sufficient for clinical diagnosis.
### 10. Substantially Equivalent (SE) Conclusion
Based on the comparison and analysis above, the technology characteristics of the modified uDR 780i, reflected in this 510(k) submission, do not alter the scientific technology of the devices and are substantially equivalent to those of the predicate devices.
In accordance with the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act, 21 CFR Part 807 and
based on the information provided in this premarket notification. we conclude that the
modified uDR 780i Stationary X-Ray Systems are substantially equivalent to the predicate devices. It does not introduce new indications for use, and has the same technological characteristics and does not introduce new potential hazards or safety risks.
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Select the rows, go to the Collections tab, and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). You can reload the selection anytime and carry it into the PDF viewer and other tabs that support selections.
7. Product codes and the regulations tree
Click a product code in the results to jump to it in the regulations tree — identification text, sibling product codes, and devices you can open in a PDF viewer on the right. Click a regulation number to see its identification, special controls, and related product codes. You can also search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree. Always read the special controls if any exist for your device — it broadens your search and sharpens pre-kickoff research.
What can you do from the regulations tree view?
Browse product codes and regulation numbers, read the identification text and special controls, browse sibling product codes, open device PDFs on the right, and search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree.
8. Chart view
Click Show Chart and segment by regulation number (or product code) to see which regulations dominate your result set. Clicking a regulation takes you into the regulations tree. Great for spotting that most matches are, say, hardware laparoscopic devices — a cue to go back and filter.
How do you see which regulations dominate a search result set?
Click "Show Chart" and segment by Regulation Number. Clicking a regulation takes you to the regulations tree.
9. The predicate graph
Open the Predicates tab for a family-tree view of predicate relationships. Click a node to trace its parents and children; selections from search carry over pre-selected. Commonly predicated devices are worth reading — a lot of people predicated them for a reason. The visual lineage is also handy on client calls, e.g. to show how a predicate family evolved and justify why your predicate still holds.
In the predicate graph, why are commonly predicated devices worth reading?
A lot of people predicated them for a reason. Clicking a node traces parents and children, and selections from search carry over pre-selected.
10. Embeddings: the galaxy map
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.
Try it yourself
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.