G-SCAN-MODEL 9800020000, E-SCAN MODEL 9800010000 AND E-SCAN XQ-MODELS-9800010011/9800010005,9800010009/9800010004
Applicant
Esaote, S.p.A.
Product Code
LNH · Radiology
Decision Date
May 4, 2006
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Special
Regulation
21 CFR 892.1000
Device Class
Class 2
Indications for Use
E-scan Opera is a magnetic resonance (MR) system that produces transversal, sagittal and coronal and oblique cross-section images of the limbs and joints. It is intended for imaging portions of the arm, including the hand, wrist, forearm, elbow, upper arm and shoulder, and imaging portions of the leg, including the foot, ankle, calf, knee, thigh and hip. E-scan Opera MR images correspond to the spatial distribution of protons (hydrogen nuclei) that determine magnetic resonance properties and are dependent on the MR parameters, including spin-lattice relaxation time (T1), spin relaxation time (T2), nuclei density, flow velocity and "chemical shift". When interpreted by a medical expert trained in the use of MR equipment, the images can provide diagnostically useful information.
Device Story
E-scan Opera is a modified magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) system for limb and joint diagnostics. Input: magnetic resonance signals from hydrogen nuclei in patient anatomy. Operation: system generates cross-sectional images (transversal, sagittal, coronal, oblique) based on T1, T2, nuclei density, flow velocity, and chemical shift parameters. Modifications from predicate (E-scan XQ) include lower patient table, LCD display panel on magnet, updated electronics, and new software release. Used in clinical settings by trained medical experts to interpret images for diagnostic purposes. Output: visual MR images displayed on console/LCD panel. Benefits: improved patient positioning via lower table; enhanced system performance through electronics/software upgrades.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data provided. Substantial equivalence is based on bench testing and technical comparison of system modifications.
Technological Characteristics
Magnetic resonance diagnostic device. Components: patient positioning table (200kg capacity), magnetic unit with LCD display, PC-based operating console, electronics box, modular shielding. Connectivity: fiber optic signal transmission. Software: version 9.2A, reconstruction process moved from DSP to Host. Imaging parameters: T1, T2, proton density, flow velocity, chemical shift. RF saturation pulses used for artifact suppression. Fixed TR steps to mitigate 50/60 Hz power line interference.
Indications for Use
Indicated for MR imaging of human limbs and joints, including arm (hand, wrist, forearm, elbow, upper arm, shoulder) and leg (foot, ankle, calf, knee, thigh, hip). For use by medical experts trained in MR equipment.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A magnetic resonance diagnostic device is intended for general diagnostic use to present images which reflect the spatial distribution and/or magnetic resonance spectra which reflect frequency and distribution of nuclei exhibiting nuclear magnetic resonance. Other physical parameters derived from the images and/or spectra may also be produced. The device includes hydrogen-1 (proton) imaging, sodium-23 imaging, hydrogen-1 spectroscopy, phosphorus-31 spectroscopy, and chemical shift imaging (preserving simultaneous frequency and spatial information).
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls). A magnetic resonance imaging disposable kit intended for use with a magnetic resonance diagnostic device only is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 892.9.
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K060956
# MAY 4 2006 510(k) Summary
The following 510(k) summary has been prepared pursuant to requirements specified in 21CFR 807.92(a).
807.92(a)(1)
## Submitter Information
| Carri Graham, Official Correspondent | |
|--------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------|
| 11460 N. Meridian St., Suite 150 | |
| Carmel, IN 46032 | |
| Phone:<br>(317) 569-9500 x103 | |
| Facsimile:<br>(317) 569-9520 | |
| Contact Person: | Carri Graham |
| Date: | April 4, 2006 |
| 807.92(a)(2) | |
| Trade Name: | E-Scan Opera |
| Common Name: | System, Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Imaging |
| Classification Name(s): | Magnetic Resonance Diagnostic Device |
| Classification Number: | 90LNH |
| 807.92(a)(3) | |
## Predicate Device(s)
| Esaote | E-Scan XQ | K032121 |
|---------|-----------------|---------|
| Siemens | Magnetom Vision | K945517 |
| Esaote | G-Scan | K042236 |
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#### 807.92(a)(4)
## Device Description
### Summary of E-scan XQ modifications
The changes performed on the modified E-scan XQ device (E-scan Opera), with respect to the cleared version - E-scan XQ K032121 -, are due to the improvement of the system performance. These modifications, that do not affect the intended use or alter the fundamental scientific technology of the device, are the following:
- 1. A lower patient table.
- 2. A panel with a LCD screen on the front of the magnet.
- Some different external covers due to the patient table lowering and for renewing the equipment 3. aesthetics.
- 4. Upgrading of the electronics.
- 5. A new software release.
#### E-scan Opera
The system is composed of these main parts:
- 1. Patient positioning table.
- 2. Magnetic unit with the display panel.
- Operating console that consists of the PC unit (including keyboard and mouse), the monitor and the 3. operating table.
- 4. Electronics box with filter panel.
- ડ. Modular shielding box.
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#### 807.92(a)(5)
### Intended Use(s)
E-scan Opera is a magnetic resonance (MR) system that produces transversal, sagittal and coronal and oblique cross-section images of the limbs and joints. It is intended for imaging portions of the arm, including the hand, wrist, forearm, elbow, upper arm and shoulder, and imaging portions of the leg, including the foot, ankle, calf, knee, thigh and hip.
E-scan Opera MR images correspond to the spatial distribution of protons (hydrogen nuclei) that determine magnetic resonance properties and are dependent on the MR parameters, including spinlattice relaxation time (T1), spin relaxation time (T2), nuclei density, flow velocity and "chemical shift". When interpreted by a medical expert trained in the use of MR equipment, the images can provide diagnostically useful information.
807.92(a)(6)
#### Technological Characteristics
The modifications to the E-scan XQ system, reflected in this Special 510(k), do not alter the fundamental scientific technology of the system.
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| Characteristic | E-scan Opera | E-scan XQ K032121 | Comments |
|----------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Patient table: | Maximum load-bearing<br>capacity = 200 kg (approx.<br>440 lb)<br>fixed height (710 cm)<br>removable from magnet<br>cavity to facilitate patient<br>positioning<br>one section of the bed can<br>be rotated to enable various<br>positions in relation to the<br>region examined (right or<br>left)<br>washable covering material<br>manual positioning<br>integrated in overall design<br>of equipment. | Maximum load-bearing<br>capacity = 200 kg (approx.<br>440 lb)<br>fixed height (910 cm)<br>removable from magnet<br>cavity to facilitate patient<br>positioning<br>one section of the bed can be<br>rotated to enable various<br>positions in relation to the<br>region examined (right or<br>left)<br>washable covering material<br>manual positioning<br>integrated in overall design<br>of equipment. | The patient<br>table of the E-<br>scan Opera is<br>20 cm lower<br>than the<br>unmodified E-<br>scan XQ<br>patient table to<br>allow a more<br>easy and<br>comfortable<br>patient<br>positioning<br>(see Device<br>Modification<br>Description<br>section). |
| Characteristic | E-scan Opera | G-scan K042236 | Comments |
|---------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Magnetic unit<br>display panel: | The function of the Display<br>Panel is displaying real<br>time sequences for patient<br>positioning.<br>Present commands: | The function of the Control<br>Panel is managing the<br>movement of the magnet and<br>of the patient table and<br>displaying real time<br>sequences for patient<br>positioning.<br>Besides the movement<br>commands the following<br>commands are also present: | The E-scan<br>Opera system,<br>as the<br>unmodified E-scan XQ, has<br>no motorized<br>movement. So<br>the function of<br>the Display<br>Panel is only<br>verifying the<br>correct<br>centering of the<br>region being<br>examined (see<br>Device<br>Modification<br>Description<br>section). |
| | Preview: begins the real<br>time sequence and displays<br>the acquired image on the<br>LCD panel in the selected<br>orientation (sagittal, axial,<br>coronal). | Preview: begins the real time<br>sequence and displays the<br>acquired image on the LCD<br>panel in the selected<br>orientation (sagittal, axial,<br>coronal). | |
| | Abort: stops the running<br>sequence. | Abort: stops the running<br>sequence. | |
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| Characteristic | E-scan Opera | G-scan K042236 | Comments |
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| Electronics<br>box and<br>operating<br>console: | The signals from the<br>electronics box to the<br>operating console pass<br>through a fiber optic cable.<br>The operating console is<br>powered directly by the<br>mains. | The signals from the<br>electronics box to the<br>operating console pass<br>through a fiber optic cable.<br>The operating console is<br>powered directly by the<br>mains. | See Device<br>Modification<br>Description<br>section. |
| Electronics<br>box: | ALDIM unit: supplies the<br>Display Panel. | ALEL unit: supplies the<br>Control Panel and the CCE<br>unit, which drives the<br>electric motor and activates<br>the solenoid valves of the<br>hydraulic circuit. | See Device<br>Modification<br>Description<br>section. |
| SW version<br>9.2A: | Reconstruction process on<br>Host instead of on DSP. | Reconstruction process on<br>Host instead of on DSP. | See Software<br>Description<br>section. |
| Characteristic | E-scan Opera | MAGNETOM Vision<br>K945517 | Comments |
|---------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| SW version<br>9.2A: | RF saturation pulses are<br>used to suppress flow and<br>motion artifacts. Pre-<br>saturation regions may be<br>arbitrarily located in any<br>orthogonal or oblique<br>orientation. | RF saturation pulses are<br>used to suppress flow and<br>motion artifacts. Pre-<br>saturation regions may be<br>arbitrarily located in any<br>orthogonal or oblique<br>orientation. | See Software<br>Description<br>section. |
| | The Repetition Time (TR)<br>of each sequence can be<br>set using fixed step so that<br>50 or 60 Hz artifacts,<br>caused by external<br>magnetic fluctuation, can<br>be avoided. | Physiologically controlled<br>imaging: pseudogating is<br>obtained with a TR<br>corresponding to the RR<br>interval in the cardiac<br>cycle. This application is<br>used to prevent flow<br>artifacts (assuming a stable<br>heart rate). | The same<br>technique is used<br>to avoid AC<br>power line<br>artifacts (E-scan<br>Opera) and<br>motion artifacts<br>caused by<br>heartbeat<br>(MAGNETOM<br>Vision).<br>See Software<br>Description<br>section. |
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MAY 4 2006
Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Blvd. Rockville MD 20850
Esaote, S.p.A. % Ms. Carrie Graham Consultant Anson Group, LLC 11460 N Meridian St., Ste 150 CARMEL IN 46032
Re: K060956
Trade/Device Name: E-scan Opera Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.1000 Regulation Name: Magnetic resonance diagnostic device Regulatory Class: II Product Code: LNH Dated: April 6, 2006 Received: April 7, 2006
Dear Ms. Graham:
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 (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 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 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.
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 one of the following numbers, based on the regulation number at the top of this letter:
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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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#### Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known):
Device Name: E-scan Opera
Indications for Use:
E-scan Opera is a magnetic resonance (MR) system that produces transversal, sagittal and coronal and oblique cross-section images of the limbs and joints. It is intended for imaging portions of the arm, including the hand, wrist, forearm, elbow, upper arm and shoulder, and imaging portions of the leg, including the foot, ankle, calf, knee, thigh and hip.
E-scan Opera MR images correspond to the spatial distribution of protons (hydrogen nuclei) that determine magnetic resonance properties and are dependent on the MR parameters, including spin-lattice relaxation time (T1), spin-spin relaxation time (T2), nuclei density, flow velocity and "chemical shift". When interpreted by a medical expert trained in the use of MR equipment, the images can provide diagnostically useful information.
Prescription Use X (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
AND/OR
Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 807 Subpart C)
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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)
David R. Lyman
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