K102671 · Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. · IYE · Oct 12, 2010 · Radiology
Device Facts
Record ID
K102671
Device Name
SYNGO RT THERAPIST CONNECT WORKSPACE, V4.2
Applicant
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc.
Product Code
IYE · Radiology
Decision Date
Oct 12, 2010
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 892.5050
Device Class
Class 2
Intended Use
The intended use of the SIEMENS branded ARTISTE™, ONCOR™ and PRIMUS™ family of linear accelerator systems is to deliver X-Ray photon and electron radiation for the therapeutic treatment of cancer. The syngo® workspaces includes a number of syngo® based software applications whose indication for use include the viewing, processing, filming, and archiving of medical images. The workspaces also permit patient data management, patient selection/setup, patient positioning verification, treatment planning, treatment delivery/verification, and treatment recording. The syngo® RT Therapist Connect Workspace, v4.2, is an additional option when third party OIS, Treatment Planning Systems and/or PACS devices are intended to be used in conjunction with the Siemens branded Linear Accelerator system. The syngo® RT Therapist Connect Workspace, v4.2 is a software application that permits patient selection/setup, patient positioning verification, treatment delivery/verification, and treatment recording. The syngo® RT Therapist Connect Workspace can be interfaced with third party devices conforming to the DICOM Standard. The addition of the syngo® RT Therapist Connect Workspace, v4.2, does not change the intended use of the Siemens branded Linear Accelerator System.
Device Story
syngo RT Therapist Connect Workspace v4.2 is a software application for oncology clinical workflows; functions as an interface between Siemens linear accelerators and third-party Oncology Information Systems (OIS), Treatment Planning Systems (TPS), or PACS. Input data includes patient records and medical images; system processes data for patient selection, setup, positioning verification, treatment delivery/verification, and recording. Operated by clinicians in a radiation therapy environment. Output provides integrated data management and verification for radiation delivery. Benefits include streamlined clinical workflow and interoperability via DICOM standards. Device does not alter the fundamental therapeutic function of the linear accelerator.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Performance evaluated via unit, integration, and system-level testing of software and firmware. Validation performed on production prototype devices to confirm adherence to Functional Specifications (FS) and Software Requirements Specifications (SRS). No clinical data presented.
Technological Characteristics
Software-based workspace utilizing proprietary syngo architecture. Supports DICOM connectivity for interoperability with third-party OIS, TPS, and PACS. Operates on Siemens linear accelerator systems. Complies with IEC 60601-1-4 (Programmable Electrical Medical Systems) and IEC 62304 (Software Life Cycle Processes).
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients requiring therapeutic treatment of cancer via X-Ray photon and electron radiation delivered by Siemens ARTISTE, ONCOR, and PRIMUS linear accelerator systems. Used for patient data management, setup, positioning verification, and treatment recording.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A medical charged-particle radiation therapy system is a device that produces by acceleration high energy charged particles (e.g., electrons and protons) intended for use in radiation therapy. This generic type of device may include signal analysis and display equipment, patient and equipment supports, treatment planning computer programs, component parts, and accessories.
Predicate Devices
syngo® RT Therapist Connect Workspace with RT Therapist version VA20 (K090683)
ARTISTETM Solution (aka ARTISTE MV) with Control Console 11.0 (K072485)
ONCORTM Expression with Control Console 9.0 (K060226)
Related Devices
K132935 — ARTISTE SOLUTION WITH SYS_VC10C AND SYNGO RT THERAPIST WORKSPACE, V4.3.1 UPGRADE KIT, ARIA CONNECTIVITY OPTION FOR SIEME · Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. · Feb 21, 2014
K123812 — COHERENCE RT THERAPIST CONNECT WORKSPACE, V2.3, ARIA CONNECTIVITY OPTION FOR SIEMENS NON-IMAGING SYSTEMS, ARIA CONNECTIV · Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. · Mar 1, 2013
K090683 — SYNGO RT THERAPIST CONNECT · Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. · May 8, 2009
K142434 — ARTISTE SOLUTION, SYS_VC10C, PHASE 2 UPDATE WITH THE SYNGO RT THERAPIST & RT ONCOLOGIST WORKSPACES, V4.3.1_MR1 · Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. · Nov 21, 2014
K121295 — ARTISTETM SOLUTION WITH SYS VCIO · Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. · Jun 27, 2012
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. Oncology Care Systems
# Section 5
OCT 1 8 2010
# 510(k) Summary
### Date Prepared:
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September 09, 2010
| Submitter: | Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc.<br>Oncology Care Systems<br>4040 Nelson Avenue<br>Concord, CA 94520 |
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| Contact: | Christine Dunbar<br>Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist |
| Phone: | (925)602-8157 |
| Fax: | (925)602-8008 |
| Email: | christine.dunbar@siemens.com |
| Proprietary Name: | syngo® RT Therapist Connect Workspace, v4.2 |
| Common Name: | Accessory To; Medical Charged-Particle Radiation Therapy System |
| Classification: | 892.5050 |
| Product Code: | IYE |
Substantial Equivalence Claimed To:
| Product | 510(k)<br>Clearance /<br>Date | Claim of Equivalence for: |
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| syngo® RT Therapist<br>Connect Workspace with<br>RT Therapist version VA20 | K090683 /<br>May 08,<br>2009 | syngo® RT Therapist Connect Workspace, for RT<br>Therapist with Software update VB10 (RTTC v4.2) |
| ARTISTETM Solution (aka<br>ARTISTE MV) with Control<br>Console 11.0 | K072485 /<br>Dec. 27,<br>2007 | syngo® RT Therapist Connect Workspace for RT<br>Therapist with Software update VB10 (RTTC v4.2) and<br>Control Console 12 |
| ONCORTM Expression with<br>Control Console 9.0 | K060226 /<br>Mar. 15,<br>2006 | syngo® RT Therapist Connect Workspace for RT<br>Therapist with Software update VB10 (RTTC v4.2) and<br>Control Console 12 |
The update to the syngo® RT Therapist Connect Workspace, v4.2 as described in this premarket notification has the same intended use and fundamental scientific technical characteristics as the predicate devices listed above.
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# Description Summary
# syngo® RT Therapist Connect Workspace, v4.2:
## Technological Characteristics:
Zhe syngo® RT Therapist Connect Workspace v4.2 release is intend to update customers with
the syngo® RT Therapist Connect Workspace with versions v4.1 (ARTISTE systems) and v2.1a (ONCOR / PRIMUS systems). The technological characteristics of the syngo® RT Therapist Connect Workspace v4.2 remain unchanged from the currently cleared product.
# The syngo® Software Architecture:
The syngo® RT Therapist Connect software utilizes the proprietary syngo® software architecture design provides a method of delivering customized software applications based on the modality as clinically supporting packages. From these applications SIEMENS utilizes, as part of the Oncology clinical focus package, multiple applications for patient set-up and position verification, treatment localization, treatment verification, portal imaging as well as data processing, image reformatting, display and printing. The currently cleared COHERENCE™ and synqo® products also include an array of image-oriented software tools, support for DICOM connectivity and Siemens Remote Service.
Refer to Section 11- Design Description, for the Product and Sub-System Requirements Specifications regarding these specific requirements.
### General Safety and Effectiveness:
The device labeling contains instructions for use and any necessary cautions and warnings, to provide for safe and effective use of the device.
Risk management is ensured via a risk analysis, which is used to identify potential hazards and mitigations. These potential hazards are controlled by software means, user instructions, verification of requirements and validation of the clinical workflow to ensure that the product meets its intended uses. To minimize electrical, mechanical and radiation hazards. SIEMENS adheres to recognized and established industry practice and relevant international standards.
### Intended Use:
The intended use of the SIEMENS branded ARTISTE™, ONCOR™ and PRIMUS™ family of linear accelerator systems is to deliver X-Ray photon and electron radiation for the therapeutic treatment of cancer.
### The syngo® Suite for Oncology Workspaces:
The syngo® workspaces includes a number of syngo® based software applications whose indication for use include the viewing, processing, filming, and archiving of medical images. The
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workspaces also permit patient data management, patient selection/setup, patient positioning verification, treatment planning, treatment delivery/verification, and treatment recording.
The syngo® RT Therapist Connect Workspace v4.2, is an additional option when third party OlS, Treatment Planning Systems and/or PACS devices are intended to be used in conjunction with the Siemens branded Linear Accelerator system. The syngo® RT Therapist Connect Workspace v4.2, is a software application that permits patient selection/setup, patient positioning verification, treatment delivery/verification, and treatment recording. The syngo® RT Therapist Connect Workspace v4.2, can be interfaced with third party OIS, TPS and other validated devices conforming to the DICOM Standard.
## Substantial Equivalence:
The Substantial Equivalence comparison chart in Section 12 demonstrates the comparison of the technological characteristics of the syngo® RT Therapist Connect Workspace v4.2 and Control Console 12 update to the currently cleared predicate devices.
The syngo® RT Therapist Connect Workspace v4.2, does not change the intended use of the original syngo® RT Therapist Connect Workspace or the Siemens branded Linear Accelerator Systems.
## Bench Testing:
Bench testing in the form of Unit. Integration and System Integration testing was performed to evaluate the performance and functionality of the software update for the RT Therapist Connect and the Control Console, version 12. All testable requirements in the Software Requirements Specifications (SRS), Sub-System Requirements Specifications (SSRS), and specifically, the Functional Specifications (FS) for the Control Console software and Function Controller firmware, have been successfully verified and traced in accordance with the Siemens product development (lifecycle) process (PDP).
The software verification and regression testing has been performed successfully to meet their previously determined acceptance criteria as stated in the Test Plans.
### Non-Clinical Test Results:
Validation of the syngo® RT Therapist Connect Workspace, v4.2 and Control Console 12 has been performed at the System test level on production prototype devices by appropriately trained and knowledgeable test personnel. System level validation and regression testing has been performed successfully, demonstrating that the software meets the acceptance criteria as noted in the system test plans.
### Testing to Consensus Standards:
The syngo® RT Therapist Connect Workspace, v4.2, Control Console and firmware have been tested to meet the requirements for conformity (where applicable) to the following standards:
- IEC 60601-1-4:1996+ A1: 1999 Medical Electrical Equipment: Part 1-4: General . requirements for Collateral Standard: Programmable Electrical Medical Systems
- IEC 62304:2006 Medical Device Software -- Software Life Cycle Processes .
510(k) for SIEMENS syngo® RT Therapist Connect Update
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# Substantial Equivalence to Predicates:
The verification testing to the software and component requirements (Control Console), validation of the intended use, and the regression testing to the existing RT Therapist Connect software and Control Console functional requirements, is intended to support the claim of substantial equivalence to the currently cleared syngo® RT Therapist Connect Workspace, v4.1 and v2.1a. (K090683), the currently cleared Control Consoles and Function controllers for the ARTISTE (K072485) and ONCOR (K060226) medical linear accelerators.
## Summary:
In summary, it is SIEMENS' belief that the syngo® RT Therapist Connect Workspace v4.2 update and the Control Console version 12 do not introduce any new potential safety risks and is substantially equivalent to, and performs as well as, the predicate devices.
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Public Health Service
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Room - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
Ms. Christine Dunbar Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. 4040 Nelson Avenue CONCORD CA 94520
K102671 Re:
Trade Name: syngo® RT Therapist Connect Workspace, v4.2 Regulation Number: 21 CFR §892.5050 Regulation Name: Medical charged-particle radiation therapy system Regulatory Class: II Product Code: IYE Dated: September 09, 2010 OCT 12 2010 Received: September 16, 2010
Dear Ms. Dunbar:
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 class II (Special Controls), it may be subject to such additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in Title 21, Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Parts 800 to 895. 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 Parts 801 and 809); medical device reporting (reporting of
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medical device-related adverse events) (21 CFR 803); and good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820). 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 Parts 801 and 809), please contact the Office of In Vitro Diagnostic Device Evaluation and Safety at (301) 796-5450. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR Part 807.97). For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803), please go to http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Safety/ReportaProblem/default.htm for the CDRH's Office of Surveillance and Biometrics/Division of Postmarket Surveillance.
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) 796-7100 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/industry/support/index.html.
Sincerely yours,
David G. Brown, Ph.D. Acting Director Division of Radiological Devices Office of In Vitro Diagnostic Device Evaluation and Safety Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. Oncology Care Systems
# Section 4
# Indication For Use Statement
510(k) Number (if known): __
K102671
Device Name: syngo® RT Therapist Connect Workspace, v4.2
Indications for Use:
The intended use of the SIEMENS branded ARTISTE™, ONCOR™ and PRIMUS™ family of linear accelerator systems is to deliver X-Ray photon and electron radiation for the therapeutic treatment of cancer.
## The syngo® Suite for Oncology Workspaces:
The syngo® workspaces includes a number of syngo® based software applications whose indication for use include the viewing, processing, filming, and archiving of medical images. The workspaces also permit patient data management, patient selection/setup, patient positioning verification, treatment planning, treatment delivery/verification, and treatment recording.
The syngo® RT Therapist Connect Workspace, v4.2, is an additional option when third party OIS, Treatment Planning Systems and/or PACS devices are intended to be used in conjunction with the Siemens branded Linear Accelerator system. The syngo® RT Therapist Connect Workspace, v4.2 is a software application that permits patient selection/setup, patient positioning verification, treatment delivery/verification, and treatment recording. The syngo® RT Therapist Connect Workspace can be interfaced with third party devices conforming to the DICOM Standard.
The addition of the syngo® RT Therapist Connect Workspace, v4.2, does not change the intended use of the Siemens branded Linear Accelerator System.
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