ALMA LASERS FAMILY OF THERMO-XEL HANDPIECES, PIXEL MODELS: 2940, 1060

K072182 · Alma Lasers , Ltd. · GEX · Jun 27, 2008 · General, Plastic Surgery

Device Facts

• Record ID: K072182
• Device Name: ALMA LASERS FAMILY OF THERMO-XEL HANDPIECES, PIXEL MODELS: 2940, 1060
• Applicant: Alma Lasers , Ltd.
• Product Code: GEX · General, Plastic Surgery
• Decision Date: Jun 27, 2008
• Decision: SESE
• Submission Type: Traditional
• Regulation: 21 CFR 878.4810
• Device Class: Class 2
• Attributes: Therapeutic

Intended Use

The Alma Lasers Family of Thermo-XEL Handpieces is intended for use in surgical applications requiring the ablation, vaporization, and coagulation of soft tissue for compatible CO2 and 2940 nm Er:YAG laser systems cleared for use in the medical specialty of Dermatology and Plastic Surgery to which they are attached. The Alma Lasers Family of Thermo-XEL Handpieces is indicated for use in soft tissue for: DERMATOLOGY AND PLASTIC SURGERY: - Skin resurfacing

Device Story

Thermo-XEL Handpieces are non-sterile, multiple-use laser energy delivery accessories. They attach to the distal end of articulated arms of compatible CO2 (10.6 um) or Er:YAG (2940 nm) laser systems via specific adapters. The device functions as a conduit for laser energy, enabling clinicians to perform soft tissue ablation, vaporization, and coagulation during dermatological and plastic surgery procedures, such as skin resurfacing. The handpiece does not generate laser energy itself but directs energy from the host laser system to the target tissue. Clinical benefit is derived from the precision of the laser energy delivery for resurfacing applications.

Clinical Evidence

No clinical data provided; substantial equivalence is based on design, intended use, and technological characteristics compared to legally marketed predicate devices.

Technological Characteristics

Non-sterile, multiple-use laser energy delivery handpiece. Compatible with CO2 (10.6 um) and Er:YAG (2940 nm) laser systems. Includes specific adapter attachments for connection to articulated arms of host laser systems. Passive delivery device; no internal energy source or software.

Indications for Use

Indicated for soft tissue ablation, vaporization, and coagulation in dermatology and plastic surgery, specifically for skin resurfacing.

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

• Lasering SLIM Evolution Family of CO2 Lasers and Accessories (K063001)
• Lumenis ActiveFx with UltraPulse Encore (K022060)
• Lumenis UltraPulse with Scanner (K963339 and K951812)
• Reliant Technologies Fraxel SR1500 Laser Systems and Accessories (K070284)
• MSq Family of Lovely Light/Laser Systems (K042000)
• Alma Lasers Harmony XL Multi-Application Platform and Thermoelectric Cooler (K072564)

Submission Summary (Full Text)

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K672182

# JUN 2 7 2008

### Section 5 - 510(k) Summary or 510(k) Statement

### I. General Information

| Submitter: | Alma Lasers, Ltd.<br>14 Halamish Street (PO Box 3021), Industrial Park,<br>Caesarea, 38900<br>ISRAEL |
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| Contact Person: | Tatiana Epstein<br>Regulatory Affairs Manager |
| Summary Preparation Date: | June 12, 2008 |

#### II. Names

| Device Names: | Alma Lasers Family of Thermo-XEL Handpieces |
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Primary Classification Names: Accessory for, Laser Powered Surgical Instruments

### III. Predicate Devices

- Lasering SLIM Evolution Family of CO2 Lasers and Accessories (K063001) .
- . Lumenis ActiveFx with UltraPulse Encore (K022060)
- . Lumenis UltraPulse with Scanner (K963339 and K951812)
- Reliant Technologies Fraxel SR1500 Laser Systems and Accessories (K070284) .
- . MSq Family of Lovely Light/Laser Systems (K042000)
- . Alma Lasers Harmony XL Multi-Application Platform and Thermoelectric Cooler (K072564)

### IV. Product Description

The Alma Lasers Family of Thermo-XEL Handpieces is comprised of the following main components:

- Thermo-XEL Handpiece body .
- . Adapter attachments:
- > CO2 laser adapter attachment, as required, to attach the handpiece body to the qualified CO2 or Er: Y AG laser system
- ১ Er:YAG laser adapter attachment, as required, to attach the handpiece body to the qualified Er: Y AG laser system

The Alma Lasers Family of Thermo-XEL Handpieces are provided as a non-sterile, cleanable, multiple use laser energy delivery device (accessory). The proximal end of the handpiece is designed to be attached, using the laser adapter, to the distal end of the articulated arm of compatible CO2 (10.6 um) or Er.YAG (2940 nm) laser systems as qualified by Alma Lasers for use with the Thermo-XEL Handpiece.

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### V. Indications for Use

The Alma Lasers Family of Thermo-XEL Handpieces is intended for use in surgical applications requiring the ablation, vaporization, and coagulation of soft tissue for compatible CO2 and 2940 nm Er:YAG laser systems cleared for use in the medical specialty of Dermatology and Plastic Surgery to which they are attached.

The Alma Lasers Family of Thermo-XEL Handpieces is indicated for use in soft tissue for:

## DERMATOLOGY AND PLASTIC SURGERY:

- � Skin resurfacing
### VI. Rationale for Substantial Equivalence

The Alma Lasers Family of Thermo-XEL Handpieces shares the same or similar indications for use, operation, overall technical and functional capabilities, and therefore is substantially equivalent to the predicate devices.

### VII. Safety and Effectiveness Information

The review of the indications for use and technical characteristics provided demonstrates that the Alma Lasers Family of Thermo-XEL Handpieces is substantially equivalent to the predicate devices.

### VIII. Conclusion

The Alma Lasers Family of Thermo-XEL Handpieces was found to be substantially equivalent to the predicate devices.

The Alma Lasers Family of Thermo-XEL Handpieces shares the same or similar indications for use, similar design features, and functional features with, and thus is substantially equivalent to, the predicate devices.

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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850

## JUN 2 7 2008

Alma Lasers Ltd. % A. Worden Consulting Ms. Anne Worden Regulatory Consultant 3637 Bernal Avenue Pleasanton, CA 94566

Re: K072182

Trade/Device Name: Alma Lasers Family of Thermo-XEL Handpieces 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: June 12, 2008 Received: June 13, 2008

Dear Ms. Worden:

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

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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 Center for Devices and Radiological Health's (CDRH's) Office of Compliance at [phone]. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). For questions regarding postmarket surveillance, please contact CDRH's Office of Surveillance and Biometric's (OSB's) Division of Postmarket Surveillance at [phone]. For questions regarding the reporting of device adverse events (Medical Device Reporting (MDR)), please contact the Division of Surveillance Systems at [phone]. 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 [phone] or [phone] or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/industry/support/index.html.

Sincerely yours,

Mark M. Milliman

Mark N. Melkerson Director Division of General, Restorative and Neurological Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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### Indications for Use Statement

510(k) Number (if known): K072182

Device Name: Alma Lasers Family of Thermo-XEL Handpieces

Indications for Use:

The Alma Lasers Family of Thermo-XEL Handpieces is intended for use in surgical applications requiring the ablation, vaporization, and coagulation of soft tissue for compatible CO2 and 2940 nm Er:YAG laser systems cleared for use in the medical specialty of Dermatology and Plastic Surgery to which they are attached.

The Alma Lasers Family of Thermo-XEL Handpieces is indicated for use in soft tissue for: DERMATOLOGY AND PLASTIC SURGERY:

· Skin resurfacing

V Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)

AND/OR

Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)

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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)

FOR M. MATELKERSON

(Division Sign-Off) Division of General, Restorative, and Neurological Devices

510(k) Number K072182

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