ADVANTAGE PADDLE

K033202 · Livingston Products, Inc. · IZH · Dec 3, 2003 · Radiology

Device Facts

• Record ID: K033202
• Device Name: ADVANTAGE PADDLE
• Applicant: Livingston Products, Inc.
• Product Code: IZH · Radiology
• Decision Date: Dec 3, 2003
• Decision: SESE
• Submission Type: Abbreviated
• Regulation: 21 CFR 892.1710
• Device Class: Class 2

Intended Use

For use in Screening Mammographic Imaging as a Specialty Paddle for Full Breast Compression as an alternative to conventional breast compression paddles.

Device Story

Advantage Breast Compression Paddle is a mechanical accessory for mammography systems. Device features a two-section rectangular tray design: a rigid section positioned near the chest wall to provide vertical force and prevent tissue displacement, and a flexible section to tilt and compress the nipple end of the breast. Used in clinical mammography settings by radiology technicians. Device provides consistent breast compression during X-ray acquisition, aiming to improve image clarity of tissue adjacent to the chest wall and enhance patient comfort. Compatible with standard 18 x 24cm bucky systems.

Clinical Evidence

No clinical data. Substantial equivalence is based on design comparison, material biocompatibility, and performance characteristics relative to the predicate device.

Technological Characteristics

Biocompatible Eastman Kodak PETG Copolyester #6763 and steel construction. Two-section design (rigid and flexible). Dimensions compatible with 18 x 24cm bucky. Mechanical compression principle. No energy source or software.

Indications for Use

Indicated for use in screening mammographic imaging as a specialty paddle for full breast compression as an alternative to conventional breast compression paddles.

Regulatory Classification

Identification

A mammographic x-ray system is a device intended to be used to produce radiographs of the breast. This generic type of device may include signal analysis and display equipment, patient and equipment supports, component parts, and accessories.

Predicate Devices

• S.O.F.T. Paddle, American Mammographics, Inc (K023229)

Submission Summary (Full Text)

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Livingston Products, Inc. 260 Holbrook Drive Wheeling, IL 60090 Phone [phone] Fax [phone] Contact: Troy Livingston, President September 18, 2003 510(k) Summary

- 1. Identification of the Device: Proprietary-Trade Name: Advantage Breast Compression paddle Classification Name: IZH Common/Usual Name: Breast Compression Paddle
- 2. Equivalent legally marketed device: This product is similar in design and identical in. function to the S.O.F.T. Paddle, American Mammographics, Inc, K023229
- 3. Indications for Use (intended use) For use in Screening Mammographic Imaging as a Specialty Paddle for Full Breast Compression as an alternative to conventional breast compression paddles..
- 4. Description of the Device: The Advantage paddle is a breast compression paddle comprising of a rectangular tray-like structure of an FDA approved biocompatible material (Eastman Kodak PETG Copolyester #6763). The paddle has a flat section and a tilted section made possible by two-section construction. The first section of the paddle is foamed rigidly and is positioned near the patient's chest and extends about one inch away from the chest. In operation, this provides a vertically oriented force to the breast that tends to keep the breast tissue from being forced into the chest wall and provides a clearer film of the breast tissue adjacent the chest. The scond section is formed and structured to flex for the purpose of tilting the paddle downward to compress the nipple end of the breast in a steady position as the X-ray is taken. The "Advantage" paddle is mcant for use with an 18 x 24cm bucky. That is a standard size used in the industry

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- 5. Safety and Effectiveness, comparison to predicate device: Comparison of construction isatory and Excell renest, o, and examination of images taken during use of the device reveals the Advantage Paddle is as safe and effective ad the predicate device.

| Comparison Areas | S.O.F.T. Paddle, American<br>Mammographics, Inc, K023229 | Livingston Products<br>Advantage Paddle |
|---------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------|
| Indications for use | For use in Screening<br>Mammographic Imaging as a<br>Specialty Paddle for Full Breast<br>Compression as an alternative to<br>conventional breast compression<br>paddles | SAME |
| Materials | LEXAN, a GE product<br>Polycarbonate plastic and steel | KODAK PETG Copolyester<br>and steel, essentially the<br>SAME. |
| Where used | Mammography procedures | SAME |
| Reason for use over<br>conventional paddles | Improved patient comfort and<br>better images | SAME |

6. Conclusion: In all important respects, the Advantage Breast Compression Paddle is substantially cquivalent to the S.O.F.T. Paddle, American Mammographics, Inc, K023229

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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850

DEC - 3 2003

Livingston Products, Inc. c/o Daniel Kamm, P.E. Regulatory Engineer Kamm & Associates P.O. Box 7007 DEERFIELD IL 60015

Rc: K033202

Trade/Device Name: Advantage Breast Compression Paddle Regulation Number: 21 CFR §892.1710 Regulation Name: Mammographic x-ray system Regulatory Class: II Product Code: 90 IZH Dated: September 30, 2003 Reccived: October 2, 2003

Dear Mr. Kamm:

We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device we nave reviewed your 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 for association to May 28, 1976, the enactment date of the Medical Device Amendments, or to conniner of the 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 I va may, ateres 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 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 docs not mean that FDA has made a determination that your device complies with other requirements of the Act that i Federal statutes and regulations administered by other Federal agencies. You must or any I 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 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.

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This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your Section 510(k) This letter will allow you to begin markeding of your antial equivalence of your device to a legally premarket notification. The PDA inding of substantial of your device and thus, permits your device to proceed to the market.

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Sincerely yours,

Nancy C. Brogdon

Nancy C. Brogdon Director, Division of Reproductive, Abdominal and Radiological Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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j) Indications for Use

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Device Name: Advantage Breast Compression Paddle.

Indications for Use: For use in Screening Mammographic Imaging as a Spccialty Paddle finalcations for Got 1 or are alternative to conventional breast compression paddles.

Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)

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