The NavSuite®3 Kit is a computer workstation that, when used with CranialMap Neuro Navigation software, displays patient specific images and/or patient specific anatomical landmark information and tracks the position and movement of surgical instruments in relation to a target anatomical site on a patient. The clinical setting and target population for the NavSuite®3 Kit is that of a patient undergoing a cranial surgical procedure using stereotactic techniques. The NavSuite®3 Kit is a computer workstation that, when used with SpineMap 3D Navigation software, displays patient specific images and/or patient specific anatomical landmark information and tracks the position and movement of surgical instruments in relation to a target anatomical site on a patient. The clinical setting and target population for the NavSuite®3 Kit is that of a patient undergoing an orthopaedic spinal surgical procedure using stereotactic techniques.
Device Story
NavSuite3 Kit is a computer workstation for intraoperative surgical guidance; assists in localization of surgical instruments relative to patient-specific images or anatomical landmarks. System uses active optical tracking via infrared light; three linear sensors in a navigation camera detect signals from infrared light-emitting diodes (LEDs) attached to surgical instruments. System displays navigation information on a user-provided monitor. Used in OR by surgeons to perform interventions with high precision. Components (computer, IO tablet, navigation camera) are configured and affixed in the OR suite. Provides real-time tracking of instrument position; helps surgeon navigate target anatomical sites. Benefits include enhanced surgical precision and guidance during cranial and spinal procedures.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Functional risk analysis performed per ISO 14971. System testing verified shutdown/crash behavior, monitor compatibility (1920x1080 resolution), and mechanical reliability of camera joints and fiber optic cables over 5,687 cycles (exceeding 1,000-cycle lifetime estimate).
Technological Characteristics
Computer workstation; Windows XP, Intel I5 platform with WLAN. Active optical tracking using infrared LEDs and three linear sensors. Connectivity via DVI signal to user-provided monitor. Data/power transmission via fiber optic cables. Fixed installation in OR. Risk management per ISO 14971.
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients undergoing cranial or orthopaedic spinal surgical procedures using stereotactic techniques. Contraindicated for use in an MR environment (MR unsafe).
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A stereotaxic instrument is a device consisting of a rigid frame with a calibrated guide mechanism for precisely positioning probes or other devices within a patient's brain, spinal cord, or other part of the nervous system.
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July 8, 2015
Stryker Leibinger GmbH & Co. KG Robin Rowe Director, Regulatory/Clinical Affairs Boetzinger Strasse 41 Freiburg, Baden-Wuerttemberg D-79111 Germany
Re: K150301
Trade/Device Name: NavSuite3 Kit Regulation Number: 21 CFR 882.4560 Regulation Name: Stereotaxic Instrument Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: HAW, OLO Dated: June 5, 2015 Received: June 8, 2015
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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. Please note: CDRH does not evaluate information related to contract liability warranties. We remind you, however, that device labeling must be truthful and not misleading.
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## Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K150301
Device Name NavSuite®3 Kit
Indications for Use (Describe)
The NavSuite®3 Kit is a computer workstation that, when used with CranialMap Neuro Navigation software, displays patient specific images and/or patient specific anatomical landmark information and tracks the position and movement of surgical instruments in relation to a target anatomical site on a patient. The clinical setting and target population for the NavSuite®3 Kit is that of a patient undergoing a cranial surgical procedure using stereotactic techniques.
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## Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K150301
Device Name NavSuite®3 Kit
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
The NavSuite®3 Kit is a computer workstation that, when used with SpineMap 3D Navigation software, displays patient specific images and/or patient specific anatomical landmark information and tracks the position and movement of surgical instruments in relation to a target anatomical site on a patient. The clinical setting and target population for the NavSuite®3 Kit is that of a patient undergoing an orthopaedic spinal surgical procedure using stereotactic techniques.
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### 510(k) Summary
In accordance with 21 CFR 807.87(h) and (21 CFR 807.92) the 510(k) Summary for the NavSuite®3 Kit is provided below.
| Device Common Name: | Neurological Stereotaxic Instrument | |
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| Device Proprietary Name: | NavSuite®3 Kit | |
| Applicant: | Stryker Leibinger GmbH & Co. KG – Navigation<br>Boetzinger Strasse 41<br>D-79111 Freiburg, Baden-Wuerttemberg, Germany | |
| Contact: | Robin L. Rowe, MS, RAC<br>Director, Regulatory/Clinical Affairs<br>Stryker Corporation<br>4100 E. Milham Ave.<br>Kalamazoo MI 49001<br>Phone: 269.389.3893<br>Cell: 269.806.5779<br>Fax: 269-389-2375 | |
| Date Prepared: | June 5, 2015 | |
| Classification Regulation: | Stereotaxic Instrument, 21 CFR 882.4560, Class II | |
| Panel: | Neurology | |
| Primary Product Code: | HAW - Neurological Stereotaxic Instrument | |
| Secondary Product Code: | OLO - Orthopedic Stereotaxic Instrument | |
| Predicate Device: | Stryker NAV3i Platform (K130874) | |
### Indication for Use:
The NavSuite®3 Kit is a computer workstation that, when used with CranialMap Neuro Navigation software, displays patient specific images and/or patient specific anatomical landmark information and tracks the position and movement of surgical instruments in relation to a target anatomical site on a patient. The clinical setting and target population for the NavSuite®3 Kit is that of a patient undergoing a cranial surgical procedure using stereotactic techniques.
The NavSuite®3 Kit is a computer workstation that, when used with SpineMap 3D Navigation software, displays patient specific images and/or patient specific anatomical landmark information and tracks the position and movement of surgical instruments in relation to a target anatomical site on a patient. The clinical setting and target population for the NavSuite®3 Kit is that of a patient undergoing an orthopaedic spinal surgical procedure using stereotactic techniques.
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## Device Description:
The Stryker Navigation System is a planning and intraoperative guidance system which assists in various surgical procedures. It allows for the localization of surgical instruments and visualization of their position relative to patient specific images and/or patient specific anatomical landmark information assisting the surgeon in performing the intervention at a high level of precision. For localization, active optical tracking based on infrared light is used. Using three linear sensors, the Navigation Camera detects signals from infrared light emitting diodes which are attached to the instruments to be localized. The Computer Monitor displays the navigation information to the user.
The NavSuite®3 Kit is a minor modification of the previously cleared Stryker NAV3i Platform. The NavSuite®3 Kit consists of the same main components that were cleared as the NAV3i Platform in K130874. The NAV3i Platform (K130874) consisted of a mobile cart, a computer system, a monitor, an IO Tablet and a navigation camera. The subject of this Special 510(k) is that the system is now modified to provide these same components, without the mobile cart and without the monitor. The computer, IO Tablet and navigation camera are now provided as separate components that can be configured and affixed in the operation room suite based on user preferences. The monitor that was provided with the NAV3i Platform is not provided with the NavSuite®3 Kit. The NavSuite®3 Kit is compatible with any monitor that meets the specifications provided in the Instructions for Use.
Like the predicate Nav3i platform, the NavSuite3 Kit platform is compatible with the following previously cleared Stryker Software Application Modules:
- K131214 CranialMap Neuro Navigation (Including CranialMap Express) .
- K141941 SpineMap Navigation
## Performance Data:
A functional risk analysis for the NavSuite®3 Kit was conducted and applied in accordance with ISO 14971, 2nd Edition: Medical Devices – Application of Risk Management to Medical Devices (2007).
The results of the risk analysis for the NavSuite®3 Kit determined that the device modifications which are the subject of this 510(k) do not introduce any new risks compared to the predicate device. All existing risks that were identified for the predicate device are the same for the subject device and are mitigated to a risk level as low as reasonably possible. The effectiveness of all mitigation measures is verified per the testing detailed in Table 1.
| Modification | Description | Tests Performed |
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| Cart with<br>Castors | Cart is not used in the NavSuite®3 Kit. | No testing required. |
| UPS | No UPS is included in NavSuite®3 Kit. | System test:<br>Shutdown and crash behavior was tested with<br>Navigation Software Application Modules<br>integration tests |
| Modification | Description | Tests Performed |
| Operating<br>System | Same as the NAV3i OS, with minor<br>configuration changes. | Component test:<br>To show that the configurations are<br>implemented and effective<br><br>System test:<br>To show that fixed resolution was used on<br>several monitors |
| Monitor | No monitor is provided with NavSuite®3 Kit.<br>Any compatible monitor that meets the<br>specifications provided in the Instructions for<br>Use can be used. | System test:<br>Various compatible monitors were tested with<br>native resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels, divided<br>on the Navigation Software Application<br>Modules integration tests |
| Navigation<br>Camera<br>Mounting | Camera will be fixed on ceiling-mounted arm<br>using an adapted camera joint. | System test:<br>Automated mechanical stress tests to show<br>reliability by simulated intraoperative use over<br>lifetime, rotational and vertical adjustment and<br>that the camera joint can be moved without<br>restrictions within the range of motion, using<br>statistical methods<br><br>A lifetime of 1000 movement cycles was<br>estimated for a camera joint. This resulted in<br>tests with five test samples of camera joints,<br>each over 5687 test cycles. |
| Navigation<br>Camera<br>Cables | Additional Navigation camera data and power<br>cables are needed.<br>Navigation camera data cables include optical<br>fibers.<br>Camera will be fixed on ceiling-mounted<br>arms | Component Test:<br>To verify voltage and data transfer.<br><br>System Tests:<br>Automated mechanical stress tests to show<br>reliability of the Navigation camera cables by<br>simulated intraoperative use over specified<br>lifetime using statistical methods<br><br>For a camera cable set (power and data), a<br>lifetime of 1000 movement cycles was<br>estimated. This resulted in tests with five test<br>samples of camera cable sets (power and data),<br>each over 5687 test cycles. |
| LiveCAM | Not provided with NavSuite®3 Kit | System test:<br>Verify that applicable Software Application<br>Module is not affected.<br><br>Tested with Navigation Software Application<br>Module integration test. |
Table 1: Summary of Performance Testing
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## Substantial Equivalence:
Table 2 provides a comparison of the technological characteristics of the subject device to the predicate device and an assessment of the equivalence of each characteristic.
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| | Proposed Device | Predicate Device | Equivalence Assessment |
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| Device Name | NavSuite®3 Kit | NAV3i Platform | N/A |
| 510(k) Number | TBD | K130874 | N/A |
| Submitter | Stryker Corporate | Stryker Corporate | Identical |
| Classification<br>Regulation | 882.4560 | 882.4560 | Identical |
| Product Code | HAW, OLO | HAW, OLO | Identical |
| Indication | The NavSuite®3 Kit is a computer<br>workstation that, when used with<br>CranialMap Neuro Navigation<br>software, displays patient specific<br>images and/or patient specific<br>anatomical landmark information<br>and tracks the position and<br>movement of surgical instruments<br>in relation to a target anatomical<br>site on a patient. The clinical<br>setting and target population for<br>the NavSuite®3 Kit is that of a<br>patient undergoing a cranial<br>surgical procedure using<br>stereotactic techniques.<br>The NavSuite®3 Kit is a computer<br>workstation that, when used with<br>SpineMap 3D Navigation software,<br>displays patient specific images<br>and/or patient specific anatomical<br>landmark information and tracks<br>the position and movement of<br>surgical instruments in relation to a<br>target anatomical site on a patient.<br>The clinical setting and target<br>population for the NavSuite®3 Kit<br>is that of a patient undergoing an<br>orthopaedic spinal surgical<br>procedure using stereotactic<br>techniques. | The NAV3i is a computer<br>workstation that, when used with<br>specific Stryker Navigation surgical<br>software, displays patient specific<br>images and/or patient specific<br>anatomical landmark information<br>and tracks the position and<br>movement of surgical instruments<br>in relation to a target anatomical site<br>on a patient.<br>The clinical setting and target<br>population for the NAV3i is that of<br>a patient undergoing a surgical<br>procedure using stereotactic<br>techniques. | Identical |
| Contraindication | The NavSuite®3 Kit is not intended<br>for use in an MR environment. The<br>NavSuite®3 Kit is MR unsafe. | The NAV3i Platform is not intended<br>for use in a MRI environment. The<br>NAV3i Platform is MR unsafe. | Identical |
| | Proposed Device | Predicate Device | Equivalence Assessment |
| Power Supply | External power source:<br>AC Power supply, 100/240V,<br>50/60Hz.<br>No UPS provided. | External power source:<br>AC Power supply, 100/240V,<br>50/60Hz.<br>The system is equipped with an off-<br>the-shelf uninterruptible power<br>supply (UPS) for power<br>interruptions less than or equal to 6<br>minutes. | Equivalent:<br>The subject device and<br>predicate device use the<br>same power supply. The<br>UPS is not needed for the<br>subject device based on it<br>being a fixed installation of<br>the components. |
| Computer | Windows XP, Intel I5 Platform<br>with WLAN capability | Windows XP, Intel I5 Platform with<br>WLAN capability | Identical |
| IO-Tablet and<br>RFID Reader | Touch screen tablet with USB<br>ports and CD/DVD drive and<br>RFID Reader | Touch screen tablet with USB ports<br>and CD/DVD drive and RFID<br>Reader | Identical |
| Monitor Arm | Not provided. | Weight balanced articulated arm,<br>swing range of 300° | Equivalent:<br>The monitor arm is not<br>needed for the subject device<br>because a monitor is not<br>provided. |
| Monitor | The NavSuite®3 Kit is compatible<br>with any monitor that meets the<br>specifications provided in the<br>Instructions for Use. (Resolution of<br>1920x1080 pixels, DVI signal) | 32" flat screen, 16:9 aspect ratio,<br>Resolution of 1920x1080 pixels,<br>DVI signal | Equivalent:<br>Although the subject device<br>does not provide a monitor,<br>the labeling states that it is<br>compatible with any monitor<br>that meets the same<br>specifications stated in the<br>instructions for use. These<br>are the same specifications<br>as that of the monitor<br>provided with the predicate<br>device. |
| | Proposed Device | Predicate Device | Equivalence Assessment |
| Navigation<br>Camera | Navigation System Camera<br>(FP6000)<br>LiveCAM Not provided. | Navigation System Camera<br>(FP6000)<br>With LiveCAM feature. | Equivalent:<br>The subject device and the<br>predicate device use the<br>same navigation camera<br>(FP6000). The LiveCAM<br>was an optional component<br>of the NAV3i used to assist<br>the user in orienting the<br>Navigation Camera to the<br>surgical field. The LiveCAM<br>is not required for optimal<br>performance of the system.<br>The color of the enclosure is<br>white compared to the dark<br>grey enclosure of the<br>NAV3i. This is a cosmetic<br>change only and has no<br>effect on device performance<br>and is not a patient<br>contacting component.<br>The cabling for the<br>Navigation camera has been<br>changed from copper based<br>cables to optical fibers. The<br>fiber optic cable provides<br>better signal integrity over<br>the extended distance. |
| Camera Arm | Camera joint, swing range of 330°<br>when connected to fixed camera<br>arm in the OR | Weight balanced articulated arm,<br>swing range of 330° | Equivalent:<br>The purpose of the<br>articulated arm and camera<br>joint are the same; to allow<br>adjustment of the camera<br>position. When fixed to a<br>ceiling mounted arm in the<br>OR, the camera joint<br>provided with the<br>NavSuite®3 Kit provides the<br>same degrees of freedom as<br>the articulated camera arm of<br>the NAV3i predicate device. |
| Cart with<br>Castors | Not provided | Stainless steel, plastic and fiberglass<br>cart with castors for mobility | Equivalent:<br>A cart is not provided with<br>the NavSuite®3 Kit because<br>the components are in a fixed<br>configuration in the OR and<br>are not intended to be<br>mobile. |
Table 2: Device Comparison Table
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# Substantial Equivalence Conclusion:
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Based on the identical indications for use and the technological comparison between the subject device and the predicate device, the minor modifications made to the NavSuite®3 Kit since its previous clearance in K130784 do not alter the intended use or the fundamental scientific technology, and do not raise new questions of safety or effectiveness. Therefore the subject device can be found substantially equivalent to the predicate device.
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Reading rule for every project: how many summaries do you read in full?
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