Who is the manufacturer of eUnity?

Client Outlook, Inc. filed the 510(k) submission for eUnity (K172490).

What is the FDA product code for eUnity?

LLZ. It is classified under 21 CFR 892.2050 as a Class 2 device in the Radiology panel.

What is the regulatory pathway for eUnity?

510(k) clearance (submission type: Traditional).

Who can help prepare an FDA 510(k) submission like eUnity?

Innolitics — a medical-device software consultancy — provides regulatory and engineering support for FDA 510(k) submissions. See https://innolitics.com/services/510ks/ or contact https://innolitics.com/contact.

eUnity

K172490 · Client Outlook, Inc. · LLZ · Feb 6, 2018 · Radiology

Device Facts

Record ID	K172490
Device Name	eUnity
Applicant	Client Outlook, Inc.
Product Code	LLZ · Radiology
Decision Date	Feb 6, 2018
Decision	SESE
Submission Type	Traditional
Regulation	21 CFR 892.2050
Device Class	Class 2
Attributes	Software as a Medical Device

Intended Use

eUnity is a software application that displays medical image data and associated clinical reports to aid in diagnosis for healthcare professionals. It performs operations relating to the transfer, storage, display, and measurement of image data. eUnity allows users to perform image manipulations, including window/level, rotation, measurement and markup. eUnity provides 2D display, Multi-Planar Reformating and 3D visualization of medical image data, and mobile access to images. eUnity displays both lossless and lossy compressed images. For lossy images, the medical professional user must determine if the level of loss is acceptable for their purposes. Display monitors or mobile devices used for reading medical images for diagnostic purposes must comply with applicable regulatory approvals and with quality control requirements for their use and maintenance. For mobile diagnostic usage when a full workstation is not available. Mobile usage for mammography is for reference and referral only.

Device Story

eUnity is a server-based software application enabling web-browser access to medical (DICOM) images; eliminates need for client-side software installation. Inputs include DICOM image data from PACS; transforms data for display, manipulation (window/level, rotation, measurement, markup), and 3D visualization (MIP/MPR). Used by healthcare professionals in hospitals, remote locations, or via EHR/portal integration. Provides diagnostic-quality images on standard web browsers and mobile devices (iPhone, iPad, Samsung Galaxy). Mobile usage includes a luminance check tool to assess lighting conditions before diagnosis. Output is visual image data for clinical review; supports diagnostic decision-making by licensed practitioners. Benefits include improved access, collaboration, and workflow efficiency.

Clinical Evidence

Clinical validation performed by trained radiologists comparing eUnity on mobile devices against predicate devices across various lighting conditions. Study confirmed consensus among radiologists that identical diagnoses were achieved on mobile devices compared to predicate workstations. Bench testing included functional, smoke, and regression testing, supplemented by beta testing at customer sites.

Technological Characteristics

Server-based software; thin-client architecture; runs in standard web browsers. Supports DICOM, IHE, and non-DICOM formats. Features include 2D/3D visualization (MIP, MPR, volume rendering), image manipulation tools, and mobile luminance check. Connectivity via HTTPS. No specific hardware materials; software-only device.

Indications for Use

Indicated for healthcare professionals to aid in diagnosis by displaying medical image data and clinical reports. Used for 2D, Multi-Planar Reformatting (MPR), and 3D visualization of medical images. Mobile diagnostic use is indicated only when a full workstation is unavailable; mammography mobile use is restricted to reference and referral only.

Regulatory Classification

Identification

A medical image management and processing system is a device that provides one or more capabilities relating to the review and digital processing of medical images for the purposes of interpretation by a trained practitioner of disease detection, diagnosis, or patient management. The software components may provide advanced or complex image processing functions for image manipulation, enhancement, or quantification that are intended for use in the interpretation and analysis of medical images. Advanced image manipulation functions may include image segmentation, multimodality image registration, or 3D visualization. Complex quantitative functions may include semi-automated measurements or time-series measurements.

Special Controls

*Classification.* Class II (special controls; voluntary standards—Digital Imaging and Communications in Medicine (DICOM) Std., Joint Photographic Experts Group (JPEG) Std., Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers (SMPTE) Test Pattern).

Predicate Devices

eUnity (K161515)

Reference Devices

Resolution MD (K161130)
Vue Motion (K151774)

Related Devices

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K161515 — eUnity · Client Outlook, Inc. · Nov 15, 2016
K182290 — IBM iConnect Access · Merge Healthcare Incorporated · Sep 25, 2018
K223048 — Medisystem Pacs · Medilab Manutencao E Sitemas Ltda · Jun 23, 2023
K153653 — DICOM Viewer · Brainlab AG · Apr 13, 2016

Submission Summary (Full Text)

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Suite #3 Waterloo, ON N2T 2V2 CANADA February 6, 2018 Re: K172490 Trade/Device Name: eUnity Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.2050 Regulation Name: Picture Archiving And Communications System Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: LLZ Dated: January 2, 2018 Received: January 4, 2018 Dear Christie Eby: 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. 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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); medical device reporting of medical device-related adverse events) (21 CFR 803); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820); {1}------------------------------------------------ and if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050. 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. For comprehensive regulatory information about mediation-emitting products, including information about labeling regulations, please see Device Advice (https://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/DeviceRegulationandGuidance/) and CDRH Learn (http://www.fda.gov/Training/CDRHLearn). Additionally, you may contact the Division of Industry and Consumer Education (DICE) to ask a question about a specific regulatory topic. See the DICE website (http://www.fda.gov/DICE) for more information or contact DICE by email (DICE@fda.hhs.gov) or phone (1-800-638-2041 or 301-796-7100). Sincerely, Sincerely, Michael D. O'Hara For Robert A. Ochs. Ph.D. Director Division of Radiological Health Office of In Vitro Diagnostics and Radiological Health Center for Devices and Radiological Health Enclosure {2}------------------------------------------------ # Indications for Use Form Approved: OMB No. 0910-0120 Expiration Date: 06/30/2020 See PRA Statement below. 510(k) Number (if known) K172490 Device Name eUnity Indications for Use (Describe) eUnity is a software application that displays medical image data and associated clinical reports to aid in diagnosis for healthcare professionals. It performs operations relating to the transfer, storage, display, and measurement of image data. eUnity allows users to perform image manipulations, including window/level, rotation, measurement and markup. eUnity provides 2D display, Multi-Planar Reformating and 3D visualization of medical image data, and mobile access to images. eUnity displays both lossless and lossy compressed images. For lossy images, the medical professional user must determine if the level of loss is acceptable for their purposes. Display monitors or mobile devices used for reading medical images for diagnostic purposes must comply with applicable regulatory approvals and with quality control requirements for their use and maintenance. For mobile diagnostic usage when a full workstation is not available. Mobile usage for mammography is for reference and referral only. 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This section applies only to requirements of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. ***DO NOT SEND YOUR COMPLETED FORM TO THE PRA STAFF EMAIL ADDRESS BELOW.*** The burden time for this collection of information is estimated to average 79 hours per response, including the time to review instructions, search existing data sources, gather and maintain the data needed and complete and review the collection of information. Send comments regarding this burden estimate or any other aspect of this information collection, including suggestions for reducing this burden, to:Department of Health and Human Services Food and Drug Administration Office of Chief Information Officer Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) Staff PRAStaff@fda.hhs.gov "An agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person is not required to respond to, a collection of information unless it displays a currently valid OMB number." {3}------------------------------------------------ This 510(k) summary is submitted in accordance with the requirements of 21 CFR Part 807.92(c) | Basis for the submission: | Client Outlook hereby submits this traditional 510(k) submission for eUnity software which is substantially equivalent to the FDA cleared previous version of eUnity Software (k161515) | |-----------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | Submitter: | Client Outlook Inc. 103 Bauer Place, Suite #3 Waterloo, Ontario Canada N2L 6B5 | | Date: | August 14, 2017 | | Establishment Registration: | 3009601121 | | Contact: | Christie Eby, Director of Operations & Quality Tel: 519-342-3049 x206 Fax: 519-725-2351 | | Trade Name: | eUnity | | Common Name: | Medical Image Processing Software | | Classification: | Picture Archiving and Communications Software (PACS) | | Product Code: | LLZ | | Device Class: | Class II | | Regulation #: | 21 CFR 892.2050 | | Device Panel: | Radiology | #### Predicate Devices: | Trade Name | 510 (k) Submitter/ Manufacturer | 510 (k) number | |------------|---------------------------------|----------------| | eUnity | Client Outlook Inc. | K161515 | #### Reference Predicate Devices: | Trade Name | 510 (k) Submitter/ Manufacturer | 510 (k) number | |---------------|---------------------------------|----------------| | Resolution MD | Calgary Scientific | K161130 | | Vue Motion | Carestream | K151774 | #### Device Description: Client Outlook has developed eUnity to load, display and manipulate medical (DICOM) images within a web-browser without installing client software. eUnity is a server-based software solution that extends common web-browsers on the most popular operating systems into medical review stations; removing a technical barrier that had long been a key contributor to poor medical image access. eUnity is an enterprise medical image viewer that provides access to full quality images from anywhere using nothing more than a standard web browser. Combined with a calibrated monitor, it can be used to make diagnostic decisions. Secure, fast, immediate access to information means less time spent {4}------------------------------------------------ searching for specialized workstations and supports greater efficiency for care, greater collaboration, and faster turnaround times. This device is the successor to eUnity predicate (K161515) and adds the following functionality: MIP/MPR/3D and Mobile Diagnostic Use. The following devices are validated for use with eUnity for Mobile: iPhone version 6 and higher versions, iPad Mini and higher versions, iPad pro and higher versions, Samsung Galaxy Note 5 and higher versions, and Samsung Galaxy Tab E and higher versions. ## Intended Use: Client Outlook's eUnity enables health professionals to access, manipulate and collaborate real-time over full quality medical images using any web-browser without installing client software. eUnity is a server-based solution that connects to any PACS and displays DICOM images within the hospital, securely from remote locations, or as an integrated part of an EHR or portal. eUnity offers diagnostic quality images with the performance of installed PACS viewing software. ## Indications for Use: eUnity is a software application that displays medical image data and associated clinical reports to aid in diagnosis for healthcare professionals. It performs operations relating to the transfer, storage, display, and measurement of image data. eUnity allows users to perform image manipulations, including window/level, rotation, measurement and markup. eUnity provides 2D display, Multi-Planar Reformatting and 3D visualization of medical image data, and mobile access to images. eUnity displays both lossless and lossy compressed images. For lossy images, the medical professional user must determine if the level of loss is acceptable for their purposes. Display monitors or mobile devices used for reading medical images for diagnostic purposes must comply with applicable regulatory approvals and with quality control requirements for their use and maintenance. For Mobile diagnostic usage only when a full workstation is not available. Mobile usage for mammography is for reference and referral only. ## Patient Interaction: eUnity is a software device that handles medical images. It does not contact the patient, nor control any life sustaining devices. Prior to any medical decisions, a licensed medical practitioner reviews the output, providing ample opportunity for competent human intervention for the interpretation of images and information being displayed. Client Outlook Inc. - eUnity 510(k) Summary - Section 5 {5}------------------------------------------------ # Comparison to predicate devices CHART: | System, Image Processing, Radiological | | | | | |-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | Category | Client Outlook 'eUnity' | A)Predicate Client Outlook 'eUnity' | B)Calgary Scientific ResolutionMD Mobile | C)Carestream Vue Motion | | 510K | | K161515 | K133508 | K151774 | | Class | Class II | Class II | Class II | Class II | | Intended Use - for full descriptions - see appendices | | | | | | Intended Use | Diagnostic Quality | Diagnostic Quality | Diagnostic Quality | Diagnostic Quality | | User Install Requirements | Thin Client - no install, runs within browser | Thin Client - no install, runs within browser | Thin Client - no install, runs within browser | Thin Client - no install, runs within browser | | Communications | DICOM, IHE, Non-DICOM | DICOM, IHE | DICOM, Non- DICOM | DICOM, Non- DICOM | | Modalities | CR, CT, DX, ECG, MR, MG, NM, OP, PR, PT, RF, SC, SR, US, XA, VL | CR, CT, DX, ECG, MR, MG, NM, OP, PR, PT, RF, SC, SR, US, XA, VL | CT, MR, CR, DX, ES, KO, NM, OP, OT, PT, SC, US, XA, IO, XC, RTIMAGE, OPT, SR, RF | CR, DR, CT, MR, NM, ECG, US | | Tools | | | | | | Window Level, Rotate/Pan/Zoom, Reset, Presets, Invert | yes | yes | yes | yes | | Multi-Study viewing, Image printing, Report Printing, Image Export | yes | yes | yes | yes | | Metadata display/hide | yes | yes | yes | yes | | Orientation labels, Keyboard shortcuts, | yes | yes | yes | yes | | Measurement tools, Annotation tools (Line, Arrow, Polygon, Freehand, Text) | yes | yes | yes | yes | | Full-screen mode, Collaboration, Multimonitor, Linking Series, Revert to Original, Image Sharing, Triangulation, Image scrolling, Layouts, Linked scrolling, Reference lines, Image flip and rotate, Image measurements, | yes | yes | yes | yes | | Grayscale softcopy presentation states (GSPS) | yes | yes | yes | yes | | KIN | yes | yes | yes | yes | | Mag lens | yes | yes | yes | yes | | MIP/MPR/3D Features: | | | | | | Multi-Planar reformat (MPR) | yes | no | yes | yes | | Maximum Intensity Projection (MPR) | yes | no | yes | yes | | Oblique and double-oblique reformat, Triangulate, Rotate | yes | no | yes | yes | | 3D Volume, orientation widget, Opacity preset, Scalpel Tool, Bone Removal | yes | no | yes | yes | | Mobile Specific Features: | | | | | | Mobile Luminance Check(test to be performed by user to determine lighting conditions prior to diagnosis) | yes | no | yes | yes | | Security | | | | | | Data Encryption | HTTPS | HTTPS | HTTPS | HTTPS | | Data Security | Stored on Server | Stored on Server | Stored on Server | Stored on Server | | Access Control | Can either use built in access control or when launched from parent application can | Can either use built in access control or when launched from parent application can | Can either use built in access control or when launched from parent application | Can either use built in access control or when launched from parent application | | Client Outlook™ Inc. | 510(k) Summary Document – eUnity TM | Approved | | | | | utilize its access control | utilize its access control | can utilize its access control | can utilize its access control | {6}------------------------------------------------ Approved {7}------------------------------------------------ {8}------------------------------------------------ # Summary of Testing and conclusion As required by the Risk Analysis, designated individuals performed all verification and validation activities and results demonstrated that the device meets its design requirements and intended use, and that it is safe and effective. Verification testing executed by multiple team members included functional, smoke and regression tests and was complimented by beta tests performed by Client Outlook partners and Validation in test systems at customer sites. Additional Clinical Validation testing based on typical clinical workflows was performed by trained radiologists in comparison with an existing device and on several different hardware devices. Refer to the Validation Summaries in Section 12 for additional information. There was consensus among all the Radiologists that the same diagnosis would be made on the mobile device with eUnity as on the predicate device in various lighting conditions. # Conclusion: The Intended use and technological characteristics of the Client Outlook eUnity software are substantially equivalent, in our opinion, to those of the predicate device and reference devices and do not pose any new issues of safety and effectiveness. The device and the predicates are post-processing and provide the same or similar essential features of visualization of radiological data on mobile devices. The modified eUnity device offers the same functionality as the K161515 eUnity device with the addition of the Mobile enhanced capabilities and 3D viewing capabilities that are found in the Reference Predicate device.