LASER PHOTOLYSIS SYSTEM, PHARO OPHTHALMIC SURGERY SYSTEM
K993154 · A.R.C. Laser Corp. · GEX · Jun 29, 2000 · General, Plastic Surgery
Device Facts
Record ID
K993154
Device Name
LASER PHOTOLYSIS SYSTEM, PHARO OPHTHALMIC SURGERY SYSTEM
Applicant
A.R.C. Laser Corp.
Product Code
GEX · General, Plastic Surgery
Decision Date
Jun 29, 2000
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 878.4810
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
The Pharo Ophthalmic Surgery System is intended for use in anterior and posterior segment ocular surgery. The Laser Photolysis System is intended for use in fragmentation and removal of the cataractous crystalline lens.
Device Story
Pharo Ophthalmic Surgery System is a multi-functional surgical platform for anterior and posterior segment ocular procedures. It integrates irrigation/aspiration, ultrasound phacoemulsification (via piezo-electric handpieces), pneumatic vitrectomy, bipolar diathermy, and air/oil infusion. Operated by surgeons via foot controller and touch screen. Laser Photolysis System is an accessory/module for cataract fragmentation; it uses an Nd:YAG laser (1064 nm, 7 ns pulses, 6-10 mJ) delivered via fiber optic to a titanium target in a disposable probe. Laser energy creates plasma and acoustic shock waves to fragment the lens. The system is used in clinical settings by ophthalmologists. Output is controlled by the surgeon to facilitate lens removal and ocular tissue manipulation, improving surgical efficiency and patient outcomes during cataract and vitreoretinal procedures.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data provided. Substantial equivalence is based on technological characteristics, design, and performance data comparisons to legally marketed predicate devices.
Technological Characteristics
System includes irrigation/aspiration, ultrasound phacoemulsification (piezo-electric transducers), pneumatic vitrectomy, and bipolar diathermy. Laser Photolysis module uses Nd:YAG laser (1064 nm, 7 ns pulse, 6-10 mJ, up to 20 Hz) with fiber optic delivery to a titanium target. User interface includes touch screen and foot controller. Vacuum system supports venturi or peristaltic pumps. Accessories include resterilizable handpieces and disposable probes. Class II device.
Indications for Use
Indicated for fragmentation and removal of cataractous crystalline lens (Laser Photolysis System) and for anterior and posterior segment ocular surgery (Pharo Ophthalmic Surgery System).
Regulatory Classification
Identification
(1) A carbon dioxide laser for use in general surgery and in dermatology is a laser device intended to cut, destroy, or remove tissue by light energy emitted by carbon dioxide.(2) An argon laser for use in dermatology is a laser device intended to destroy or coagulate tissue by light energy emitted by argon.
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## 510 (k) Summary
Regulatory Authority:
Safe Medical Devices Act of 1990, 21 CFR 807.92
Company Name/Contact:
Daniel Hoefer ARC Laser Corporation 1832 South 3850 West Salt Lake City, UT 84104 (801) 972-1311, FAX (801) 972-5251
Name of Device:
| Trade Name: | 1. Pharo Ophthalmic Surgery System<br>2. Laser Photolysis System |
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| Common Name: | 1. Anterior and Posterior Segment surgical system<br>2. Phacofragmentation System |
Classification name:
Phacofragmentation System, per 21 -CFR 886.4670, Vitreous aspiration and cutting device per 21 CFR 886.4150, and Radio frequency Electrosurgery cautery device per 21 CFR 886.4100.
HQC, HQE, MXO Product Code:
Class II Device Class:
Predicate Devices:
System is substantially equivalent to the Pharo The following legally marketed devices: The Series 20000 Legacy (K952213) marketed by Alcon Laboratories, Inc., the Premiere Microsurgical System (K89478, K921460, K946227) Alcon marketed by Storz Instrument Company, and the Accuras, marketed by Alcon Laboratories, Inc.
The Laser Photolysis System is substantially equivalent to following legally marketed devices: The Premiere the Microsurgical System (K894278, K921460, K946227)marketed by
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### Description of Device:
Pharo Ophthalmic Surgery System is a class The II ophthalmic surgical system intended for use in anterior and/or posterior segment ocular surgery. Functions include Irrigation/Aspiration, Ultrasound phacoemulsification, Bipolar diathermy, pneumatic vitrectomy, pneumatic cutters scissors, air and oil infusion system, and a and illumination.
The user interfaces include a foot controller and a touch screen control panel. The vaccuum system utilizes either a venturi or peristaltic pump system. Peripherals include the printer module, cart and trolley.
Accessories include an electric or manual infusion pole, cutters in several models, vitrectomes in several models, diathermy forceps and pencils in several models, ultrasound handpieces in either of two models, I/A handpieces in several models, fiber optic cables for illumination in several models, air exchange sets, tubing sets, and collection cassettes.
The Photolysis System is intended for use in Laser fragmentation of cataracts. The device consists of a laser console, which delivers energy by fiber optic via a disposable probe. The probe converts the laser light energy into acoustic energy, which is used to fragment the crystalline lens. The system is controlled by push buttons on the front panel and via footswitch. Irrigation/aspiration is provided by the Pharo system. Accessories include the laser photolysis probe and a dedicated irrigation handpiece.
#### Intended Use:
The Pharo Ophthalmic Surgery System is intended for use in anterior and posterior segment ocular surgery. The Laser Photolysis System is intended for use in fragmentation and removal of the cataractous crystalline lens.
# Technological Characteristics/Device Comparison:
The Pharo Opthalmcic Surgery System is substantially equivalent to the 20000 Series Legacy marketed by Alcon Laboratories, Inc., the Premiere Microsurgical System manufactured by Storz Instrument Company and the Accuras
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manufactured by Alcon Laboratories, Inc. Each is intended for anterior and posterior segment op: ******* surgery. Each incorporates an infusion/aspiration syster, sitrasound phacoemulsification via elecronically driven handpieces incorporating piezo-electric transducers, pneumatically driven vitrectomy attachments, and bipolar diathermy. Each allows programming by several surgeons. Re-usable, resterilizable attachments and accessories are available with each system. Both the Pharo and the Accuras utilize viscous fluid control systems for silicone oil infusion during posterior segment surgery.
Photolysis System utilizes a photoacoustic The Laser transducer to achieve phacofragmentation. An Nd:YAG laser system fires laser pulses of approximately 7 nanoseconds duration, which are deliverd by fiber optic to a titanium target in the disposable handpiece. Laser energy at a wavelength of 1064 nm is generated at energy levels of 6 to 10 millijoules per pulse, at repetion rates up to 20 Hz. Each pulse of laser energy causes plasma formation within the probe and results in the emission of shock waves from the opening in the probe tip. The shock wave energy is used to fragment the lens.
The laser energy emitted from the probe tip places the device in Class one, as defined in 21 CFR 1040.10(b) (5). No health risks have been identified for this level of radiation.
The Laser Photolysis System is substantially equivalent to Premiere Microsurqical System Marketed marketed by Storz Instrument Company and the Alcon 20000 Series Legacy marketed by Alcon Laboratories, Inc. - Each device is intended for fragmentation and removal of the cataractous crystalline lens. Each device uses acoustic shock waves to break up the lens, then aspirates the material through the same probe. The materials, warnings, side effects, and methods are all substantially the same.
#### Conclusion:
The Pharo Ophthalmic Surqical System is substantially equivalent to the 20000 Series Legacy marketed by Alcon Laboratories, Inc., the Accuras marketed by Alcon Laboratores, and the Premiere Microsurgical System marketed by Storz Instrument Company, already legally marketed. The materials, design, intended use, surgical methods, and labeling are all substantially the same, and no new questions of Safety and Effectiveness arise.
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The Laser Photolysis System is substantıarıy equivalent to the 20000 Series Legacy marketed by Alcor an ratories, Inc. and the Premiere Microsurgical Syster → Reted by Storz Instrument Company, already legally marketed. The materials, intended use, surgical methods, and labeling are all substantially the same. The technological difference in the Laser Photolysis System does not raise new questions of Safety and Effectiveness, and/or equivalence is demonstrated by performance data.
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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850
# JUN 2 9 2000
Mr. Daniel Hoefer Regulatory Affairs Manager A.R.C. Laser Corporation 2417 South 3850 West Salt Lake City, Utah 84120
K993154 Re:
> Trade Name: Pharo Ophthalmic Surgery System Laser Photolysis System
Regulatory Class: II Product Code: GEX, HQC Dated: April 7, 2000 Received: April 10, 2000
Dear Mr. Hoefer:
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) notification of intent to market the device referenced above and we have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to 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). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. 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.
If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (Premarket Approval), it may be subject to such additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 895. A substantially equivalent determination assumes compliance with the current Good Manufacturing Practice requirement, as set forth in the Quality System Regulation (QS) for Medical Devices: General regulation (21 CFR Part 820) and that, through periodic (QS) inspections, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will verify such assumptions. Failure to comply with the GMP regulation may result in regulatory action. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register. Please note: this response to your premarket notification submission does not affect any obligation you might have under sections 531 through 542 of the Act for devices under the Electronic Product Radiation Control provisions, or other Federal laws or regulations.
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This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your 510(k) I mis letter will anow you to obja finding of substantial equivalence of your device to a premarket notification. The PDF Intellis in a classification for your device and thus, permits your device to proceed to the market.
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Sincerely yours,
Russell Sage
Celia M. Witten, Ph.D., M.D. Director Division of General, Restorative and Neurological Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
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## 510(K) Number (11 known): K993154 LASER Photolysis System Pharo Ophthalmic Survery System Device Name:_2_
# Indications For Use:
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