DORNIER DIODE LASER FAMILY, INCLUDING MEDILAS D FIBERTOM, MEDILAS D SKINPULSE & MEDILAS D SKINPULSE S LASER SYSTEMS
K021724 · Dornier Medtech America, Inc. · GEX · Aug 19, 2002 · General, Plastic Surgery
Device Facts
Record ID
K021724
Device Name
DORNIER DIODE LASER FAMILY, INCLUDING MEDILAS D FIBERTOM, MEDILAS D SKINPULSE & MEDILAS D SKINPULSE S LASER SYSTEMS
Applicant
Dornier Medtech America, Inc.
Product Code
GEX · General, Plastic Surgery
Decision Date
Aug 19, 2002
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 878.4810
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
The Dornier Diode Laser family, Medilas™ D Fibertom Laser ("Medilas D"), Medilas™ D SkinPulse™ ("SkinPulse") and Medilas D SkinPulse™ S ("SkinPulse S"), with ITT Light Guide or Light Guide with bare fiber (fiber diameter 400μm) are intended for use in the treatment of symptoms due to urinary outflow obstruction secondary to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in men over the age of 50 with prostates with median and/or lateral lobes ranging in total volume from 28-85cc. The Dornier Diode Laser family, Medilas™ D Fibertom Laser ("Medilas D"), Medilas™ D SkinPulse™ ("SkinPulse") and Medilas D SkinPulse™ S ("SkinPulse S"), are intended for cutting, vaporization, ablation, and coagulation of soft tissue in conjunction with endoscopic equipment (including laparoscopes, hysteroscopes, gastroscopes, gastroscopes, cystoscopes, and colonoscopes), or in incision/excision, ablation and coagulation of soft tissue in contact or non-contact open surgery (with or without a handpiece). The SkinPulse™ and SkinPulse™ S lasers are also for use for the treatment and/or removal of vascular lesions (tumors) and for the removal of unwanted hair.
Device Story
Dornier Diode Laser Family (Medilas D, SkinPulse, SkinPulse S) are surgical diode lasers; used for soft tissue cutting, vaporization, ablation, and coagulation. Inputs include laser energy delivered via ITT Light Guide or bare fiber (400μm diameter). Operated by physicians in clinical/surgical settings (endoscopic or open surgery). Output is thermal energy for tissue interaction. Benefits include treatment of BPH symptoms, vascular lesion removal, and hair removal. Device functions as a surgical tool; no automated diagnostic or therapeutic algorithm described.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data provided; bench testing only.
Technological Characteristics
Diode laser surgical instrument; energy source: diode laser; delivery via ITT Light Guide or bare fiber (400μm); used in endoscopic or open surgery; Class II device (Product Code GEX).
Indications for Use
Indicated for men >50 years with urinary outflow obstruction secondary to BPH (prostate volume 28-85cc); cutting, vaporization, ablation, and coagulation of soft tissue in endoscopic or open surgery; treatment/removal of vascular lesions; removal of unwanted hair.
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.
Predicate Devices
Indiqo 830e LaserOptic Treatment System with Diffuser-Tip™ Fiberoptic (K963969)
Dornier Medilas™ D Fibertom Laser System (K982629)
Dornier Medilas™ D SkinPulse™ Laser System (K000072)
Dornier Medilas™ D SkinPulse™ S Laser System (K003993)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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## 510(k) SUMMARY OF SAFETY AND EFFECTIVENESS Dornier Diode Laser Family
In response to the Safe Medical Devices Act of 1990, the following is a summary of the safety and effectiveness information upon which the substantial equivalence determination is based.
The safety and effectiveness of the Dornier Diode Laser Family is based upon a determination of the substantial equivalence as well as the safety and effectiveness of its predicate device which includes the following: Indiqo 830e LaserOptic Treatment System with Diffuser-Tip™ Fiberoptic as well as the Dornier Diode Lasers themselves. Dornier Medilas™ D Fibertom Laser System (K982629), Dornier Medilas™ D SkinPulse™ Laser System (K000072) and Dornier Medilas™ D SkinPulse™ S Laser System (K003993).
#### 1. Submitter's Name, Address, Telephone Number, Contact Person and Dat Prepared
Dornier MedTech America, Inc. 1155 Roberts Boulevard Kennesaw. GA 30144
Contact Person:
Tim Thomas Directory, Requlatory, Quality, & Clinical
Telephone number: 770-514-6163 Facsimile number: 770-514-6288
Date Prepared: May 23, 2002
### 2. Device Name and Name/Address of Sponsor
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Classification Name: Diode lasers have not been specifically classified by FDA.
Proprietary Name(s):
Dornier's Diode Laser Family, including:
- Medilas™ D Fibertom Laser System ("Medilas D")
- Medilas™ D SkinPulse™ Laser System ("SkinPulse") ●
- Medilas™ D SkinPulse™ S Laser System ● ("SkinPulse S")
Sponsor: Dornier MedTech America, Inc. 1155 Roberts Boulevard Kennesaw, GA 30144
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## 3. Predicate Devices
- > Indiqo 830e LaserOptic Treatment System with Diffuser-Tip™ Fiberoptic (K963969)
- > Dornier Medilas™ D Fibertom Laser System (K982629)
- > Dornier Medilas™ D SkinPulse™ Laser System (K000072)
- > Dornier Medilas™ D SkinPulse™ S Laser System (K003993)
#### 4. Indications for Use
The Dornier Diode Laser family is intended for the same use as previously cleared under Medilas™ D Fibertom Laser (K982629), Medilas™ D SkinPulse™ Laser (K000072) and Medilas™ D SkinPulse™ S (K003993).
This premarket notification requests clearance for the expanded Indications for Use that will read as stated:
The Dornier Diode Laser family, Medilas™ D Fibertom Laser ("Medilas D"), Medilas™ D SkinPulse™ ("SkinPulse") and Medilas D SkinPulse™ S ("SkinPulse S") are intended for use in the treatment of symptoms due to urinary outflow obstruction secondary to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in men over the age of 50 with prostates with median and/or lateral lobes ranging in total volume from 28-85cc and for cutting, vaporization, and coagulation of soft tissue in conjunction with endoscopic equipment (including laparoscopes. hysteroscopes, bronchoscopes, gastroscopes, cystoscopes, and colonoscopes), or in incision/excision, vaporization, ablation and coagulation of soft tissue in contact or non-contact open surgery (with or without a handpiece). The SkinPulse™ and SkinPulse™ S lasers are also for the treatment and/or removal of vascular lesions (tumors) and for the removal of unwanted hair.
### 5. Description of Technological Characteristics and Substantial Equivalence
From a clinical perspective and comparing design specifications, the Dornier Diode family lasers and the predicate device, Indigo 830e LaserOptic Treatment System with Diffuser-Tip™ Fiberoptic are substantially equivalent.
An analysis of equivalence has been conducted according to the "510(k) Substantial Equivalence Decision-Making Process" flowchart from the Blue Book Memorandum #86-3 and included as an attachment to this notification. Based on the technological characteristics and overall performance of the devices. Dornier MedTech America, Inc. believes that no significant differences exist between the Dornier diode lasers and the predicate device.
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Dornier believes the minor differences of the Dornier diode family lasers and its predicate laser device should not raise any concerns regarding the overall safety or effectiveness.
- This information was prepared for the sole purpose of compliance Advisory: with the Safe Medical Devices Act of 1990. It does not imply that the procedures described herein can be performed with the equipment described without substantial risk of personal injury or death to patients due to operator error or in procedures requiring a high degree of skill.
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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850
# AUG 1 9 2002
Dornier Medtech America, Inc. Tim Thomas Director, Regulatory, Quality & Clinical 1155 Roberts Boulevard Kennesaw, Georgia 30144
Re: K021724
Trade/Device Name: Dornier Diode Laser Family Medilas™ D Fibertom Laser System ("Medilas D") Medilas™ D SkinPulseTM Laser System ("SkinPulse") Medilas™ D SkinPulse™ S Laser System ("SkinPulse S") Regulation Number: 878.4810 Regulation Name: Laser surgical instrument for use in general and plastic surgery and in dermatology Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: GEX Dated: May 23, 2002 Received: May 24, 2002
Dear Mr. Thomas:
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device referenced aboye 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. 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 (PMA), 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 898. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register.
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Please be advised that FDA's issuance of a substantial equivalence determination does not mean that FDA has made a determination that your device complies with other requirements of the Act or any Federal statutes and regulations administered by other Federal agencies. You must comply with all the Act's requirements, including, but not limited to: registration and listing (21 CFR Part 807): labeling (21 CFR Part 801); good manufacturing practice requirements as setforth in the quality systems (OS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820); and if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050.Page 2 - Mr. Tim Thomas
This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your Section 510/k) premarket notification. The FDA finding of substantial equivalence of your device to a legally marketed predicate device results in a classification for your device and thus, permits your device to proceed to the market.
If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801 and additionally 21 CFR Part 809.10 for in vitro diagnostic devices), please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4659. Additionally, for questions on the promotion and advertising of your device, please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4639. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR Part 807.97). Other general information on your responsibilities under the Act may be obtained from the Division of Small Manufacturers. International and Consumer Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 443-6597 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsma/dsmamain.html
Sincerely yours,
Colin M. Wilson, Ph.D., M.P.
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
Enclosure
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#### PREMARKET NOTIFICATION
#### INDICATIONS FOR USE STATEMENT
510(k) Number:
02/724
Device Name: Dornier's Diode Laser Family
- Medilas™ D Fibertom Laser System .
- Medilas™ D SkinPulse™ Laser System ●
- . Medilas™ D SkinPulse™ S Laser System
Indications for Use:
Dornier MedTech America, Inc. is requesting the indications for use for the Dornier Diode Laser family previously cleared under Dornier Medilas™ D Fibertom Laser K982629, Medilas™ D SkinPulse™ Laser K000072 and Medilas™ D SkinPulse™ S K003993 for cutting, vaporization, ablation, and coagulation of soft tissue in conjunction with endoscopic equipment (including laparoscopes, hysteroscopes, bronchoscopes, gastroscopes. cystoscopes, and colonoscopes), or in incision/excision, ablation and coagulation of soft tissue in contact or non-contact open surgery (with or without a handpiece). The SkinPulse™ and SkinPulse™ S lasers are also for the treatment and/or removal of vascular lesions (tumors) and for the removal of unwanted hair.
This premarket notification requests clearance for the expanded Indications for Use that will read as stated:
The Dornier Diode Laser family, Medilas™ D Fibertom Laser ("Medilas D"), Medilas™ D SkinPulse™ ("SkinPulse") and Medilas D SkinPulse™ S ("SkinPulse S"), with ITT Light Guide or Light Guide with bare fiber (fiber diameter 400μm) are intended for use in the treatment of symptoms due to urinary outflow obstruction secondary to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in men over the age of 50 with prostates with median and/or lateral lobes ranqing in total volume from 28-85cc.
The Dornier Diode Laser family, Medilas™ D Fibertom Laser ("Medilas D"), Medilas™ D SkinPulse™ ("SkinPulse") and Medilas D SkinPulse™ S ("SkinPulse S"), are intended for cutting, vaporization, ablation, and coagulation of soft tissue in conjunction with endoscopic equipment (including laparoscopes, hysteroscopes, gastroscopes, gastroscopes, cystoscopes, and colonoscopes), or in incision/excision, ablation and coagulation of soft tissue in contact or non-contact open surgery (with or without a handpiece). The SkinPulse™ and SkinPulse™ S lasers are also for use for the treatment and/or removal of vascular lesions (tumors) and for the removal of unwanted hair.
Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (DE)
(Division Sign-Off)
Division of General, Restorative
and Neurological Devices
Prescription Use or Over-the-Counter Use
510(k) Number K021724
Dornier Diode Laser Famly • 510(k) Submission for the Treatment of Benign Prostate Hyperplasia May 23, 2002 (Revised 07-29-02)
Dornier MedTech America, Inc
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