K050317 · Wavelight Laser Technologie AG · GEX · Feb 24, 2005 · General, Plastic Surgery
Device Facts
Record ID
K050317
Device Name
BURANE XL
Applicant
Wavelight Laser Technologie AG
Product Code
GEX · General, Plastic Surgery
Decision Date
Feb 24, 2005
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 878.4810
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic, 3rd-Party Reviewed
Indications for Use
The BURANE XL is intended to be used in small and large joint arthroscopy, laparoscopic procedures, general surgical procedures for incision/excision, vaporization, ablation, and coagulation of soft tissue and cartilage. All soft tissues encountered in an open surgical procedure are included in this indication such as, skin, cutaneous tissue, subcutaneous tissue, striated and smooth tissue, muscle, cartilage, meniscus, mucous membrane, lymph vessels and nodes, organs and glands. The BURANE XL is indicated for use in skin resurfacing. The BURANE XL is indicated for use in medicine and surgery, in the following medical specialities: Dermatology, Plastic Surgery, Gastroenterology, ENT, Thoracic Surgery, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Ophtalmology & Podiatry.
Device Story
The BURANE XL is an Er:YAG laser system (2.94 µm wavelength) designed for dermatological and aesthetic interventions. It utilizes triple-mode technology, allowing the physician to select between Ablation Mode, Coagulation Mode, or a combination of both. The device operates by delivering laser energy to target soft tissue; the 2.94 µm wavelength is highly absorbed by water, enabling precise ablation with minimal thermal damage to surrounding tissue, thereby promoting optimal wound healing and reducing scar formation. The treating physician selects parameters including spot size, laser energy, pulse sequence, and coagulation function to adjust for individual patient requirements. It is intended for use by trained medical professionals in clinical settings across multiple surgical specialties.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data presented; bench testing only.
Technological Characteristics
Er:YAG laser system; wavelength 2.94 µm. Features triple-mode technology (Ablation, Coagulation, and combination). Adjustable parameters include spot size, laser energy, and pulse sequence. Designed for dermatological and surgical soft tissue applications.
Indications for Use
Indicated for surgical incision, excision, vaporization, ablation, and coagulation of soft tissue and cartilage across various specialties including dermatology, plastic surgery, gastroenterology, ENT, thoracic surgery, oral/maxillofacial surgery, ophthalmology, and podiatry. Specific applications include skin resurfacing, wrinkle treatment, epidermal nevi, telangiectasia, spider veins, actinic keratoses, scar revision, debulking benign tumors, decubitus ulcers, genitourinary lesions (condyloma, polyps), gynecological conditions (CIN, adhesions, cysts), ENT lesions, oral/glossal lesions, gingivectomy, and podiatric procedures (warts, matrixectomy).
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
Aesculap-Medited MCL 29 Dermablate Laser System (K992707 and K964128)
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### 1. General Information
WaveLight Laser Technologie, AG Submitter: Am Wolfsmantel 5 91058 Erlangen Germany Alexander Popp Contact Person: Am Wolfsmantel 5 91058 Erlangen Germany Telephone: +49 (0)9131-6186-121 Fax: +49 (0)9131-6186-202 July 30, 2004 Summary Preparation Date:
- 2. Names
Device Name:
BURANE XL
Classification Name:
Laser Instrument, Surgical Powered Product Code: GEX Panel: Dermatology and Plastic Surgery
## 3. Predicate Devices
The BURANE XL laser system is substantially equivalent to the Aesculap-Medited MCL 29 Dermablate Laser System (K992707 and K964128), the Dornier Medilas E Laser (K981438), the Cynosure CO3 Er:YAG Laser (K983034), the Laserscope Laser VELA (K971843) and the Sciton Er:YAG Laser PROFILE 3000 (K040005).
## 4. Device Description
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## 5. Indications for Use
The BURANE XL is indicated:
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Aesthetic Surgery
Skin resurfacing and treatment of wrinkles.
## Dermatology/Plastic Surgery
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# 510(k) Summary of Safety and Effectiveness
#### Genitourinary
Genitourinary
Indications include lesions of the external genitalia, urethra and anus, penis, Indications Include lesions of the external geniture, giant perineal scrotum and urethra (includes condyloma deaminene) ,
condyloma and verrucous carcinoma), vulvar lesions, polyps and familial polyps of the colon.
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Indications include cervical intraepithelial neoplasia (CIN), herpes simplex, molometrial adhesions, cysts and condyloma.
#### ENT
Indications include ear, nose and throat lesions, polyps, cysts, indications include car, nooo and the tic tissue, oral leukoplakia.
Oral/Maxillofacial Oral/Maxilloracial
Indications include benign oral tumors, oral and glossal lesions and gingivectomy.
Ophtalmology Indications include soft tissue surrounding the eye and orbit and anterior capsulotomy.
#### Podiatry
Podiatry
Indications include warts, plantar verrucae, large mosaic verrucae and matrixectomy.
- 6. Performance Data None presented.
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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES
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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850
Wavelight Laser Technologie AG c/o Mr. William J. Sammons Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. 12 Laboratory Drive P.O. Box 13995 Research Triangle Park, North Carolina 27709
Re: K050317 Trade/Device Name: Burane XL Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.4810 Regulation Name: Laser surgical instrument for use in general and plastic surgery and in dermatology Regulatory Class: II Product Code: GEX Dated: January 20, 2005 Received: February 9, 2005
Dear Mr. Sammons:
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 docs 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 the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820); and if applicable, the clectronic 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) 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 (240) 276-0115. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). You may obtain other general information on your responsibilities under the Act 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/industry/support/index.html.
Sincerely yours.
Stipt Rhodes
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) Indications for Use
Indications for Use 510(k) Number (if known): N# K 05D 317 BURANE XL Device Name:
#### Indications for Use:
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Aesthetic Surgery
Skin resurfacing and treatment of wrinkles.
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General Surgery
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#### Genitourinary
Indications include lesions of the external genitalia, urethra and anus, penis, Indications Include lesions of the oxtomal genminate, giant perineal condyloma
scrotum and urethra (includes condyloma acuminate, giant perineal condyloma scrolum and their a (inoludos contactions, polyps and familial polyps of the colon.
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## 510 (k) Indications for Use
## ENT
Indications include ear, nose and throat lesions, polyps, cysts, hyperkeratosis, excision of carcinogenic tissue, oral leukoplakia.
## Oral/Maxillofacial
Indications include benign oral tumors, oral and glossal lesions and qinqivectomy.
### Ophtalmology
Indications include soft tissue surrounding the eye and orbit and anterior capsulotomy.
### Podiatry
Indications include warts, plantar verrucae, large mosaic verrucae and matrixectomy.
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