CANDELA GENTLE YAG LASER SYSTEM

K023193 · Candela Corp. · GEX · Dec 20, 2002 · General, Plastic Surgery

Device Facts

• Record ID: K023193
• Device Name: CANDELA GENTLE YAG LASER SYSTEM
• Applicant: Candela Corp.
• Product Code: GEX · General, Plastic Surgery
• Decision Date: Dec 20, 2002
• Decision: SESE
• Submission Type: Traditional
• Regulation: 21 CFR 878.4810
• Device Class: Class 2
• Attributes: Therapeutic

Intended Use

The GentleYAG Laser System is intended for the treatment of Pseudofolliculitis Barbae.

Device Story

GentleYAG Laser System is a dermatology laser for treating Pseudofolliculitis Barbae. Components include laser system console with control electronics/software, control/display panel, lens-coupled user-replaceable optical fiber handpiece, integrated skin cooling device, and footswitch/handswitch. Operated by clinicians in a clinical setting. Device delivers laser energy to skin; integrated cooling protects epidermis. Output allows physician to perform targeted dermatological procedures. Benefits include effective treatment of Pseudofolliculitis Barbae.

Clinical Evidence

Clinical study conducted to evaluate safety and effectiveness for the treatment of Pseudofolliculitis Barbae. Results indicated the device is safe and effective for this indication.

Technological Characteristics

Laser surgical instrument; Nd:YAG laser source. Features include lens-coupled optical fiber handpiece, integrated skin cooling device, and control console. Operates via laser energy delivery. Software-controlled electronics manage system parameters. Class II device (21 CFR 878.4810).

Indications for Use

Indicated for the treatment of Pseudofolliculitis Barbae in patients requiring dermatological laser intervention.

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

• Candela Long Pulse Nd: Yag Laser (K010104)
• Lyra Surgical Laser System (K003147)
• Altus Medical CoolGlide Laser (K014040)

Submission Summary (Full Text)

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## 510 (k) SUMMARY OF SAFETY AND EFFECTIVENESS

This 510/k) Summary of Safety and Effectiveness for the Candela GentleYAG Laser System is being submitted in accordance with the requirements of the SMDA 1990, 21 CFR 807.92 and follows the guidance concerning the organization and content of a 510(k) summary.

#### I. General Information

| Applicant: | Candela Corporation |
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| Address: | 530 Boston Post Road<br>Wayland, MA 01778-1886 |
| Contact Person: | Lorraine Nelson<br>Manager, Regulatory Affairs |
| Date Prepared: | September 24, 2002 |
| II. Names | |
| Device Trade Name: | GentleYAG Laser System |
| Common Name | Dermatology Laser |
| Classification: | Class II (21 CFR § 878.4810 Laser Surgical Instrument<br>for use in General and Plastic Surgery and in<br>Dermatology) |
| III. Predicate Devices | Candela Long Pulse Nd: Yag Laser (K010104)<br>Lyra Surgical Laser System (K003147)<br>Altus Medical CoolGlide Laser (K014040) |

#### IV. Product Description

The GentleY AG Laser consists of the following main components:

- . a laser system console (including software and control electronics)
- a control and display panel .
- a lens-coupled, user replacement optical fiber handpiece .
- . a skin cooling device integrated into the handpiece
- a footswitch or handswitch .
- a remote interlock connector .

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#### V. Indications for Use

The GentleY AG Laser is intended for the treatment of Pseudofolliculitis Barbae.

#### VI. Rationale for Substantial Equivalence

The Candela GentleY AG Laser shares the same indications for use, matches key design aspects, including spot size, similar wavelength and/or the same maximum delivered power as the predicate devices, and therefore is substantially equivalent to the predicate devices.

#### VII. Safety and Effectiveness Information

The new indications for use are based on the indications for use for the predicate laser systems.

A clinical study produced results that indicate the GentleY AG is safe and effective for the treatment of Psuedofolliculitis Barbae.

Technologically, the Candela GentleY AG Laser is identical to the previous predicate Candela Long Pulse Nd: YAG Laser (K010104), the Laserscope Lyra Surgical Laser System (K003147) and the Altus CoolGlide Laser (K014040), therefore the risks and benefits for the GentleY AG Laser are comparable to these predicate device (s).

We therefore believe that there are no new questions of safety or effectiveness raised by the introduction of the device.

#### VIII. Conclusion

It is the opinion of Candela Corporation that the GentleY AG Laser System is substantially equivalent to the predicate devices based on operating principles, materials, mechanism of action, design, construction, methods of assembly and for the treatment of Psuedofolliculitis Barbae.

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## DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES

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#### Public Health Service

Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850

Candela Corporation Lorraine Nelson Manager. Regulatory Affairs 530 Boston Post Road Wayland, Massachusetts 01778-1886

Re: K023193

Trade/Device Name: Gentle Y AGTM Laser System 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: September 24, 2002

DFC 2 0 2002

Received: September 25, 2002

Dear Ms. Nelson:

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. 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.

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 set forth in

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the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820); and if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050.

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), please contact the Office of Compliance at [phone]. Additionally, for questions on the promotion and advertising of your device, please contact the Office of Compliance at [phone]. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR 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 [phone] or [phone] or at its Internet address http://www.fda.qov/cdrh/dsma/dsmamain.html

Sincerely yours,

Muriam C. Provost

40 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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### INDICATION FOR USE STATEMENT

510(k) Number (if known): K023193

Device Name:

Gentle Y AG Laser System

Indication For Use:

The GentleYAG Laser System is intended for the treatment of Pseudofolliculitis Barbae.

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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)

Miriam C. Provost
(Division Sign-Off)
Division of General, Restorative
and Neurological Devices
K023193
Prescription Use
(Per 21 CFR 801.109)
OR
Over-The-Counter Use

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