K190969 · Olympus Medical Systems Corp. · FEB · Jul 9, 2019 · Gastroenterology, Urology
Device Facts
Record ID
K190969
Device Name
ENDOSCOPE REPROCESSOR OER-Elite
Applicant
Olympus Medical Systems Corp.
Product Code
FEB · Gastroenterology, Urology
Decision Date
Jul 9, 2019
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 876.1500
Device Class
Class 2
Indications for Use
The OER-Elite is intended for use in cleaning and high-level disinfection of heat sensitive Olympus flexible endoscopes, their accessories, and endoscope reprocessor accessories. Safe use requires detergent and an FDA-cleared high-level disinfectant/sterilant that Olympus has validated to be efficacious and compatible with the materials of the OER-Elite and Olympus flexible endoscopes, their accessories, and endoscope reprocessor accessories. Use of a detergent or high-level disinfectant/sterilant that has not been validated by Olympus may be ineffective and can damage the OER-Elite components and the endoscopes being reprocessed. Endoscopes must be cleaned by the user prior to reprocessing; however, use of the OER-Elite enables the user to perform modified manual cleaning of some endoscopes prior to automated cleaning and high-level disinfection in the OER-Elite.
Device Story
Automated endoscope reprocessor (AER) for high-level disinfection of Olympus flexible endoscopes; utilizes immersion method for exterior surfaces and channel connectors for internal cleaning/disinfection. Performs leak testing (manual/auto), ultrasonic cleaning, disinfection, rinsing, and alcohol/air drying. Features RFID for user/scope identification; built-in printer, touch screen, and portable memory export for reprocessing results. Uses concentrated disinfectant (e.g., Acecide-C) in cassettes, automatically diluted. 0.2-micron filters provide bacteria-retentive air/water. Used in clinical settings by trained personnel. Sensors monitor fluid levels, temperature, pressure, and flow. Output includes reprocessed endoscopes and printed/digital reports. Benefits include standardized, validated cleaning/disinfection process reducing manual error and ensuring patient safety.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Bench testing only. Validation included cleaning efficacy (protein/hemoglobin reduction), high-level disinfection (6-log10 reduction of M. terrae), and self-disinfection/water line disinfection (6-log reduction). Toxicological evaluation confirmed residues are non-toxic per ISO 10993-5:2009. Electrical safety and EMC compliance per IEC 61010-1, IEC 61010-2-040, and IEC 61326-1.
Technological Characteristics
Automated one-basin reprocessor. Features: ultrasonic cleaning, RFID (13.56MHz), 0.2-micron air/water filters, touch screen GUI. Connectivity: printer, portable memory export. Standards: ISO 10993-5 (toxicology), ISO 14971 (risk), IEC 61010-1/2-040 (safety), IEC 61326-1 (EMC), FCC 47 CFR Part 15 (RFID).
Indications for Use
Indicated for cleaning and high-level disinfection of heat-sensitive Olympus flexible endoscopes, their accessories, and endoscope reprocessor accessories in healthcare settings.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An endoscope and accessories is a device used to provide access, illumination, and allow observation or manipulation of body cavities, hollow organs, and canals. The device consists of various rigid or flexible instruments that are inserted into body spaces and may include an optical system for conveying an image to the user's eye and their accessories may assist in gaining access or increase the versatility and augment the capabilities of the devices. Examples of devices that are within this generic type of device include cleaning accessories for endoscopes, photographic accessories for endoscopes, nonpowered anoscopes, binolcular attachments for endoscopes, pocket battery boxes, flexible or rigid choledochoscopes, colonoscopes, diagnostic cystoscopes, cystourethroscopes, enteroscopes, esophagogastroduodenoscopes, rigid esophagoscopes, fiberoptic illuminators for endoscopes, incandescent endoscope lamps, biliary pancreatoscopes, proctoscopes, resectoscopes, nephroscopes, sigmoidoscopes, ureteroscopes, urethroscopes, endomagnetic retrievers, cytology brushes for endoscopes, and lubricating jelly for transurethral surgical instruments. This section does not apply to endoscopes that have specialized uses in other medical specialty areas and that are covered by classification regulations in other parts of the device classification regulations.
Special Controls
*Classification* —(1)*Class II (special controls).* The device, when it is an endoscope disinfectant basin, which consists solely of a container that holds disinfectant and endoscopes and accessories; an endoscopic magnetic retriever intended for single use; sterile scissors for cystoscope intended for single use; a disposable, non-powered endoscopic grasping/cutting instrument intended for single use; a diagnostic incandescent light source; a fiberoptic photographic light source; a routine fiberoptic light source; an endoscopic sponge carrier; a xenon arc endoscope light source; an endoscope transformer; an LED light source; or a gastroenterology-urology endoscopic guidewire, is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 876.9.(2) Class I for the photographic accessories for endoscope, miscellaneous bulb adapter for endoscope, binocular attachment for endoscope, eyepiece attachment for prescription lens, teaching attachment, inflation bulb, measuring device for panendoscope, photographic equipment for physiologic function monitor, special lens instrument for endoscope, smoke removal tube, rechargeable battery box, pocket battery box, bite block for endoscope, and cleaning brush for endoscope. The devices subject to this paragraph (b)(2) are exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807of this chapter, subject to the limitations in § 876.9.
In combination with the general controls of the FD&C Act, the integrated operating table-electromechanical surgical system is subject to the following special controls:
1. (1) Premarket clinical performance testing, or a combination of premarket clinical performance testing and postmarket surveillance (in accordance with special control (2)), must include the following:
1. (i) Objective performance measures (e.g., rate and number of conversions to other surgical modalities, rate of device related adverse events (including tissue injury, hematoma, and increased blood loss), and their severity, cause, and outcomes) must be reported with relevant descriptive comparator performance measures.
2. (ii) The data must demonstrate the performance of the device for providing accurate and precise control of attached surgical instruments in range of clinical conditions relevant to the device's intended use.
3. (iii) The test dataset must include data collected from a patient population representative of the intended patient population under anticipated conditions of use.
2. (2) Data obtained from postmarket surveillance must demonstrate, in consideration of the premarket data obtained in accordance with special control (1), that the device performs in accordance with special control (1), unless FDA determines, based on the totality of the premarket data, that data from postmarket surveillance is not required to demonstrate that the device performs as intended. Such postmarket surveillance must be conducted per a protocol determined appropriate by FDA to demonstrate that the device performs as intended (in consideration of the premarket data obtained in accordance with special control (1)), and must include initiation, enrollment, and reporting requirements to ensure timely periodic updates to FDA on post-market surveillance progress and outcomes.
3. (3) Animal performance testing must evaluate the extent of port site trauma due to repositioning of table during surgical procedures when utilizing robotic minimally invasive and laparoscopic approaches
4. (4) The device manufacturer must develop, and update as necessary, a device-specific use training program that ensures proper device setup/use/shutdown, accurate control of instruments to perform the intended surgical procedures, troubleshooting and handling during unexpected events or emergencies, and safe practices to mitigate use error.
5. (5) The device manufacturer may only distribute the device to facilities that implement and maintain the device-specific use training program and ensure that users of the device have completed the device-specific use training program.
(6) Human factors assessment must demonstrate that the user can correctly use the device system across all intended use environments with the provided instructions and training materials, including patient access during normal operating conditions and emergency situations, and effects arising from the integrated nature of the operating table and robotic surgical arms.
(7) Labeling must include:
(i) A detailed summary of clinical performance testing conducted with the device, including study population, results, adverse events, and comparisons to any comparator groups identified;
(ii) A statement in the labeling that the safety and effectiveness for the representative specific procedures was based on evaluation of the device as a surgical tool and did not include evaluation of outcomes related to the treatment of the patient's underlying disease or condition, unless FDA determines that it can be removed or modified based on clinical performance data submitted to FDA;
(iii) Identification of compatible devices;
(iv) The list of surgical procedures for which the device has been determined to be safe with clinical justification;
(v) Reprocessing instructions for reusable components;
(vi) A shelf life for any sterile components;
(vii) A description of the device-specific use training program;
(viii) A statement that the device is only for distribution to facilities that implement and maintain the device-specific use training program and ensure that users of the device have completed the device-specific use training program; and
(ix) A summary of any completed postmarket surveillance data collected as required by special control (2), including updated labeling to accurately reflect outcomes observed in postmarket surveillance.
(8) Non-clinical performance testing must demonstrate that the device performs as intended under anticipated conditions of use and must include:
(i) Device motion accuracy and repeatability;
(ii) System testing;
(iii) Instrument reliability;
(iv) Crosstalk;
(v) Table motion control;
(vi) Thermal effects on tissue;
(vii) User-device interface performance;
(viii) Workspace access testing; and
(ix) Performance testing with compatible devices.
(9) Software verification, validation, and hazard analysis must be performed.
(10) Electromagnetic compatibility and electrical, thermal, and mechanical safety testing must be performed.
(11) Performance data must demonstrate the sterility of all patient-contacting device components.
(12) Performance data must support the shelf life of the device components provided sterile by demonstrating continued sterility and package integrity over the labeled shelf life.
(13) Performance data must validate the reprocessing instructions for the reusable components of the device.
(14) Performance data must demonstrate that all patient-contacting components of the device are biocompatible.
(15) Performance data must demonstrate that all patient-contacting components of the device are non-pyrogenic.
(16) The device manufacturer must submit a report to the FDA annually on the anniversary of initial marketing authorization for the device, until such time as FDA may terminate such reporting, which comprises the following information:
(i) Cumulative summary, by year, of complaints and adverse events since date of initial marketing authorization; and
(ii) Identification and rationale for changes made to the device, labeling, or device specific use training program, which did not require submission of a premarket notification during the reporting period.
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July 9, 2019
Olympus Medical Systems Corp. % Daphney Germain-Kolawole Senior Project Manager, Regulatory Affairs Olympus Corporation of the Americas 3500 Corporate Parkway PO Box 610 Center Valley, Pennsylvania 18034-0610
Re: K190969
Trade/Device Name: ENDOSCOPE REPROCESSOR OER-Elite Regulation Number: 21 CFR 876.1500 Regulation Name: Endoscope And Accessories Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: FEB Dated: April 10, 2019 Received: April 12, 2019
Dear Daphney Germain-Kolawole:
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. Although this letter refers to your product as a device, please be aware that some cleared products may instead be combination products. The 510(k) Premarket Notification Database located at https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfpmn/pmn.cfm identifies combination product submissions. 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.
If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to 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
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Sincerely,
For Elizabeth Claverie, M.S. Assistant Director for THT4B2 Acting Assistant Director for THT4B1 DHT4B: Division of Infection Control and Plastic Surgery Devices OHT4: Office of Surgical and Infection Control Devices Office of Product Evaluation and Quality Center for Devices and Radiological Health
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## Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K190969
Device Name ENDOSCOPE REPROCESSOR OER-Elite
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
The OER-Elite is intended for use in cleaning and high-level disinfection of heat sensitive Olympus flexible endoscopes, their accessories, and endoscope reprocessor accessories. Safe use requires detergent and an FDA-cleared high-level disinfectant/sterilant that Olympus has validated to be efficacious and compatible with the materials of the OER-Elite and Olympus flexible endoscopes, their accessories, and endoscope reprocessor accessories. Use of a detergent or high-level disinfectant/sterilant that has not been validated by Olympus may be ineffective and can damage the OER-Elite components and the endoscopes being reprocessed. Endoscopes must be cleaned by the user prior to reprocessing; however, use of the OER-Elite enables the user to perform modified manual cleaning of some endoscopes prior to automated cleaning and high-level disinfection in the OER-Elite.
| Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable) |
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Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
|X Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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### 510(k) Premarket Notification ENDOSCOPE REPROCESSOR OER-Elite
# K190969 510(k) Summary
#### Applicant Information 0
Date Prepared: April 10, 2019
- . Applicant OLYMPUS MEDICAL SYSTEMS CORP. 2951 Ishikawa-cho, Hachioji-shi, Tokyo, 192-8507, Japan Establishment Registration No: 8010047
- Official Correspondent Daphney Germain-Kolawole Olympus Corporation of the Americas 3500 Corporate Parkway PO Box 610 Center Valley, PA 18034-0610 Phone: 484-896-5691 Fax: 484-896-7128 Email: daphney.germain-kolawole@olympus.com
- AIZU OLYMPUS CO., LTD. ● Manufacturer 500 Aza-Muranishi, Ooaza-Iidera, Monden-cho, Aizuwakamatsu-shi, Fukushima, Japan 965-8520 Establishment Registration No: 9610595
#### Device Identification
- Device Trade Name ENDOSCOPE REPROCESSOR OER-Elite ●
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- Class
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- Regulation Number/Name
- Product Code ●
- Classification Panel
Common Name
- Performance Standard
#### Predicate Device (PD) 0
- Device Trade Name
- 510(k) Number
- Manufacturer
Endoscope washer/disinfector
II
876.1500 Endoscope and accessories
FEB - Accessories, Cleaning, For Endoscope
- Gastroenterology/Urology
- None established under Section 514 of FD&C Act.
ENDOSCOPE REPROCESSOR OER-Pro K103264 AIZU OLYMPUS CO., LTD.
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#### Device Description
The OER-Elite Endoscope Reprocessor is an automated endoscope reprocessor intended for high-level disinfection of Olympus flexible endoscopes, their accessories, and endoscope reprocessor accessories, utilizing both a detergent and FDA cleared high-level disinfectant validated by Olympus to be efficacious and compatible with the materials of the OER-Pro and Olympus flexible endoscopes, their accessories, and endoscope reprocessor accessories.
The OER-Elite is a one-basin automatic endoscope reprocessor that performs leak test, cleaning, disinfection, rinse, and alcohol flush to render a high-level disinfected endoscope, their accessories, and endoscope reprocessor accessories. The OER-Elite utilizes an immersion method for cleaning, disinfecting, and rinsing of endoscope and accessory external surfaces, and connectors for endoscope channel cleaning, disinfecting, and rinsing. Two endoscopes, with several exceptions, can be reprocessed simultaneously in the basin during one reprocessing cycle. The OER-Elite's cleaning cycle includes ultrasonic cleaning, which helps remove debris and dirt from endoscope surfaces.
The OER-Elite is capable of fully automated detergent/disinfectant solution dispensing and alcohol/air drying of endoscope channels. The 0.2-micron air/water filters are bacteria retentive and produce suitable rinse water and air for reprocessing. Built-in sensors detect fluid levels, fluid temperature, air/fluid pressure, fluid flow, and the operating states of the components within the OER-Elite.
The OER-Elite is also equipped with a RFID (Radio-Frequency Identification) function. With a built-in antenna, the OER-Elite is capable of reading user and scope ID data from the proprietary ID tag/chip. The scope/user ID information and each reprocessing result can be printed out with a built-in printer, displayed on a touch screen, or exported to a portable memory.
The OER-Elite is capable of using a concentrated disinfectant (e.g., Acecide-C) sealed in dedicated cassette bottles. The concentrated disinfectant is automatically diluted by filtered water until it reaches a specified quantity in the device.
#### Indications for Use
The OER-Elite is intended for use in cleaning and high-level disinfection of heat sensitive Olympus flexible endoscopes, their accessories, and endoscope reprocessor accessories. Safe use requires detergent and an FDA-cleared high-level disinfectant/sterilant that Olympus has validated to be efficacious and compatible with the materials of the OER-Elite and Olympus flexible endoscopes, their accessories, and endoscope reprocessor accessories. Use of a detergent or high-level disinfectant/sterilant that has not been validated by Olympus may be ineffective and can damage the OER-Elite components and the endoscopes being reprocessed. Endoscopes must be cleaned by the user prior to reprocessing; however, use of the OER-Elite enables the user to perform modified manual cleaning of some endoscopes prior to automated cleaning and highlevel disinfection in the OER-Elite.
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## ロ Technical Characteristics
| Features | Subject: K190969 OER-Elite | Predicate: K103264 OER-Pro | Comment on the Difference |
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| Intended Use | The OER-Elite is intended for use in cleaning and high-level disinfection of heat sensitive Olympus flexible endoscopes, their accessories, and endoscope reprocessor accessories. Safe use requires detergent and an FDA-cleared high-level disinfectant/sterilant that Olympus has validated to be efficacious and compatible with the materials of the OER-Elite and Olympus flexible endoscopes, their accessories, and endoscope reprocessor accessories.<br><br>Use of a detergent or high-level disinfectant/sterilant that has not been validated by Olympus may be ineffective and can damage the OER-Elite components and the endoscopes being reprocessed. Endoscopes must be cleaned by the user prior to reprocessing; however, use of the OER-Elite enables the user to perform modified manual cleaning of some endoscopes prior to automated cleaning and high-level disinfection in the OER-Elite. | The OER-Pro Endoscope Reprocessor is intended to clean and high-level disinfect heat sensitive Olympus flexible endoscopes and their accessories. Use of the OER-Pro requires both a detergent and an FDA-cleared high-level disinfectant/sterilant that Olympus has validated to be efficacious and compatible with the materials of the OER-Pro and Olympus flexible endoscopes and their accessories.<br><br>Use of a detergent or high-level disinfectant/sterilant that has not been validated by Olympus may be ineffective and can damage the OER-Pro components and the endoscopes being reprocessed. Endoscopes must be subject to cleaning by the user prior to reprocessing; however, use of the OER-Pro enables the user to perform modified manual cleaning of the endoscope prior to automated cleaning and high-level disinfection in the OER-Pro. | The underlined expression is modified. However, the substantive content remains the same. |
| Disinfectant | Same as the predicate device except that the Aldahol is not compatible at this time. | Olympus validated , FDA cleared High-Level Disinfectant;<br>Ready-to-use-disinfectant(Aldahol)<br>Concentrated disinfectant (Acecide-C) | Currently, Aldahol is not compatible with the OER-Elite. |
| Detergent | Same as the predicate device | Olympus validated Detergent (EndoQuick) | None |
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| Features | Subject: K190969 OER-Elite | Predicate: K103264 OER-Pro | Comment on the<br>Difference |
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| Wash/HLD<br>Methods | Same as the predicate device | Cleaning method:<br>Exterior surfaces Ultrasonic cleaning,<br>turbulent bath<br>Channel interiors Fluid flushing<br>Valves Ultrasonic cleaning, fluid<br>flushing<br><br>Disinfection method:<br>Exterior surfaces Disinfectant solution<br>immersion<br>Channel interiors Disinfectant solution<br>flushing and filling<br>Valves Disinfectant solution immersion | None |
| Features | Subject: K190969 OER-Elite | Predicate: K103264 OER-Pro | Comment on the<br>Difference |
| Independent sub<br>functions | Functions:<br>- Heat LCG<br>- Mix LCG<br>- Rinse<br>- Air Purge<br>- Water Line Disinfection<br>- Self-Disinfection & Water Sampling<br>- Detergent Line Disinfection<br>- Alcohol Line Disinfection<br>- Manual Leak Test<br>- Auto Leak Test<br>- ALT Self-Check<br>- Alcohol Flush<br>- Leaking scope decontamination<br>- Heat LCG Timer<br>Replacement of Consumable Items:<br>- Drain LCG<br>- Load LCG<br>- Replace Detergent<br>- Replace Water Filter<br>- Replace Air Filter<br>- Replace Gas Filter on the lid/tank | - Heat LCG<br>- Drain LCG<br>- Load LCG<br>- Water Line Disinfection<br>- Leak Test (Manual)<br>- Alcohol Flush<br>- Air Purge<br>- Rinse | The OER-Elite provides a<br>few new functions as<br>independent sub<br>functions. Process<br>parameter tests and risk<br>analysis were conducted<br>to validate the<br>modifications. As a result,<br>these modifications do not<br>affect the safety and<br>effectiveness of the<br>subject device. |
| Leak test method | Manual leak testing or Auto leak testing | Manual leak testing | Auto leak testing is<br>added. Process parameter<br>tests and risk analysis<br>were conducted to<br>validate the modification.<br>As a result, this<br>modification does not<br>affect the safety and<br>effectiveness of the<br>subject device. |
| Features | Subject: K190969 OER-Elite | Predicate: K103264 OER-Pro | Comment on the<br>Difference |
| Channel<br>monitoring<br>function | Available | Not available | Channel monitoring<br>function is added. Process<br>parameter tests and risk<br>management were<br>conducted to validate the<br>modification. As a result,<br>this modification does not<br>affect the safety and<br>effectiveness of the<br>subject device. |
| User Interface | Graphical User Interface (GUI) and manual<br>control buttons | Main and sub control panel | Graphical User Interface<br>(GUI) is added. Software<br>validation testing, Human<br>Factors testing, and risk<br>analysis were conducted<br>to validate the<br>modification. As a result,<br>this modification does not<br>affect the safety and<br>effectiveness of the<br>subject device. |
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#### 0 Summary of Non-Clinical Testing
The OER-Elite has been tested following the requirements in the following FDA guidance documents.
- "Guidance on Premarket Notification [510(k)] Submissions for Automated -Endoscope Washers, Washer/Disinfectors, and Disinfectors Intended for Use in Health Care Facilities", issued in August 1993
- -"Radio Frequency Wireless Technology in Medical Devices - Guidance for Industry and Food and Drug Administration Staff", published on August 13, 2013
- -"Guidance for the Content of Premarket Submissions for Software Contained in Medical Devices", issued on May 11, 2005
- "Applying Human Factors and Usability Engineering to Medical Devices", issued on February 3, 2016
- -"Reprocessing Medical Devices in Health Care Settings: Validation Methods and Labeling", issued on March 17, 2015,
Test reports provided in this premarket notification include:
### Process Parameter Test
The OER-Elite was tested to demonstrate that the device performs as intended. The test results showed that the OER-Elite achieves and maintains the specified physical process parameters, including detection of the defined fault conditions and execution of automatic response/processing following fault detection.
### Validation Testing - Cleaning
The OER-Elite was tested to evaluate its ability to clean endoscopes in both simulated and in-use conditions. The test results demonstrate that the OER-Elite effectively reduced protein and hemoglobin levels in all sample sites.
### Validation Testing - High-Level Disinfection
The OER-Elite was tested to evaluate its ability to high-level disinfect endoscopes and valves in both simulated and in-use conditions. The simulated-use testing demonstrated a 6 Logio reduction of M.terrae at all inoculated sites was achieved after reprocessing in the OER-Elite's disinfection cycle. In-use testing demonstrated no viable microorganisms were recovered from endoscopes and valves following reprocessing in the OER-Elite.
### Validation Testing - Full Cycle
The OER-Elite was tested to evaluate its effectiveness for full-cycle reprocessing including both cleaning and disinfection under simulated-use conditions. The simulateduse testing demonstrated that the OER-Elite effectively cleaned and achieved high-level disinfection for Olympus endoscopes and valves.
#### Simulated-Use Testing - Self-Disinfection
Simulated-use testing was performed to validate self-disinfection of the OER-Elite. Testing demonstrated that a greater than 6 log reduction in M. terrae was achieved for all sample locations after completion of routine reprocessing of endoscopes within the OER-Elite.
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#### Simulated-Use Testing - Water Line Disinfection
The simulated-use testing was performed to validate disinfection of the OER-Elite water line piping which does not contact high-level disinfectant during routine reprocessing. The test result showed that a greater than 6 log reduction in M. terrae was achieved for all sample locations after completion of the water line disinfection procedure.
### Toxicological Evaluation of Residues
The safety of residual chemicals remaining on endoscopes after reprocessing in the OER-Elite was evaluated. The test results showed that the OER-Elite reprocessing cycle removes detergent and disinfectant residues to non-toxic levels. The testing was conducted in accordance with ISO 10993-5:2009.
#### Human Factors Testing
Human Factors studies were conducted with the OER-Elite. The study participants received training that was consistent with the commercial product. Usability evaluations were performed that included critical tasks and results of the study demonstrated that the potential benefits of the device outweighed the risks.
#### Risk analysis
Risk analysis for the OER-Elite was conducted in accordance with established in-house acceptance criteria based on ISO 14971:2007. The design verification tests and their acceptance criteria were identified and performed as a result of this risk analysis assessment.
### Software verification and validation testing
Software verification and validation testing for the OER-Elite were conducted and documentation was provided as recommended by FDA' s Guidance for Industry and FDA Staff, "Guidance for the Content of Premarket Submissions for Software Contained in Medical Devices".
#### Electrical safety and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)
Electrical safety and EMC testing were conducted on the OER-Elite. The system complies with the IEC 61010-1:2010 and IEC 61010-2-040:2015 standards for safety and the IEC 61326-1:2012 standards for EMC.
#### Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Rules and RFID function
The OER-Elite utilizes a radio frequency identification (RFID) system to identify both endoscope (model and serial number) and user identification for the development of printed reports following endoscope reprocessing in the OER-Elite. To perform these functions, the OER-Elite emits radio frequency (RF) output at the frequency of 13.56MHz. As the OER-Elite is considered to be an intentional radiator prescribed under Federal Communications Commission (FCC) 47 CFR Part 15 - Radio Frequency Devices, Subpart C - Intentional Radiators, it has also been evaluated to verify compliance with this regulation and FDA guidance "Radio-Frequency Wireless Technology in Medical Devices".
#### Conclusion
Based on the intended use, technological characteristics and non-clinical performance data, the subject device is as safe, as effective, and performs as well as or better than the legally marketed predicate device (K103264).
Two short videos show you everything — or skip straight to the written tutorial if you'd rather read. You can reopen this any time from the Tutorial button in the top bar.
Part 1 — Search, results, and everyday workflows 16 min
Part 2 — Embeddings: the galaxy map 3 min
1. Search: exact and fuzzy
Type a phrase like "coronary artery calcification" into the search box. You get two kinds of results. Exact results match the literal phrase — prefix searches work ("coronary artery calcificati") but suffix searches do not. Fuzzy results match on the meaning and intent of your phrase rather than the exact words, and are sorted by relevance score. Hover over the Exact or Fuzzy badge on any row to see exactly why it matched.
Use the checkboxes above the results to narrow: SaMD keeps only software-only devices, AI / ML keeps only devices with AI.
Exact vs. fuzzy search: what's the difference?
Exact matches on the literal phrase (prefix search works, suffix does not). Fuzzy matches on the meaning and intent of the phrase rather than the exact words. Hover over the badge on any row to see why it matched.
You search "coronary artery calcification" and want only software devices with AI. What two filters do you apply?
Narrow by SaMD (software-only devices), then narrow by AI/ML (devices with AI).
2. The results table
Scroll right in the results table. The intended use is extracted for you — no need to open the PDF. The device story gives a high-level snapshot of what the device does and how it's used. The AI Performance sub-table shows each output name, acceptance criteria, observed values, and development/test dataset descriptions — the same format Innolitics uses for regulatory strategy outputs, and the fastest high-level fingerprint of an AI device. It is AI-generated but has been very reliable in practice.
Where do you find a device's intended use without opening the PDF?
Scroll right in the search results table. The intended use column is extracted for you; no need to dig into the 510(k) summary PDF.
What does the AI Performance sub-table show, and why is it useful?
Output name, acceptance criteria, observed values, development dataset description, and test dataset description. It's the same format we use for regulatory strategy output and Fast 510(k) input, and the fastest high-level fingerprint of an AI device. AI-generated but reliable in practice.
3. Judging fuzzy relevance
Fuzzy results trail off in relevance as you scroll. Use three signals to decide how far down to go: the fuzzy badge explanations, the intended use column, and whether your target output (e.g., Cobb angle) still appears in the AI Performance sub-table. Once it stops appearing, you're past the relevant zone. A top hit with a low score (~0.4) and a stretched explanation is a hint the closest predicates are far away — the project may be headed for De Novo. Note the fuzzy search is a pattern match: it doesn't handle negation ("not") well, and hardware devices can appear — filter by SaMD/AI ML to cut them.
How do you judge how far down fuzzy search results to go?
Use the relevancy signals: the fuzzy badge explanations, the intended use column, and whether the target output (e.g., Cobb angle) still appears in the AI Performance sub-table. Once it stops appearing, results are trailing off in relevancy.
4. Device detail page: chat and citations
Click a device name to open its detail page: device facts on the left, a chat window on the right. Ask something like "Describe the training data". The answer carries little citation bubbles — click one to jump to the highlighted passage in the source PDF, so you can verify every AI answer against the document. There's also a Download PDF button for sharing.
How do you verify an AI chat answer on the device detail page?
Click the citation bubbles to jump to the relevant highlight in the source document.
Reading rule for every project: how many summaries do you read in full?
At least the three most relevant 510(k) or De Novo summaries, in full. After that, use targeted chat questions to confirm your memory quickly. The tool supports this professional habit — it doesn't replace it.
5. Side-by-side comparison
Select multiple rows in the results table (aim for under ~10), then open the PDF Viewer tab. Ask one question — it goes to all selected devices in parallel, each with citations. This is the fastest way to compare and contrast devices: training data, PCCP scope, how they handled adding new scanners, and so on.
What does the side-by-side PDF viewer mode do?
Select multiple devices, open the PDF viewer tab, and ask one question (e.g., "Describe the training data"). It queries all selected devices simultaneously with citations, so you can compare and contrast quickly.
6. Collections
With rows selected, go to the Collections tab and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). Reload that selection any time — before a client call, pull up the collection and ask questions across all of its devices at once.
How do you save a set of selected devices for later use?
Select the rows, go to the Collections tab, and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). You can reload the selection anytime and carry it into the PDF viewer and other tabs that support selections.
7. Product codes and the regulations tree
Click a product code in the results to jump to it in the regulations tree — identification text, sibling product codes, and devices you can open in a PDF viewer on the right. Click a regulation number to see its identification, special controls, and related product codes. You can also search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree. Always read the special controls if any exist for your device — it broadens your search and sharpens pre-kickoff research.
What can you do from the regulations tree view?
Browse product codes and regulation numbers, read the identification text and special controls, browse sibling product codes, open device PDFs on the right, and search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree.
8. Chart view
Click Show Chart and segment by regulation number (or product code) to see which regulations dominate your result set. Clicking a regulation takes you into the regulations tree. Great for spotting that most matches are, say, hardware laparoscopic devices — a cue to go back and filter.
How do you see which regulations dominate a search result set?
Click "Show Chart" and segment by Regulation Number. Clicking a regulation takes you to the regulations tree.
9. The predicate graph
Open the Predicates tab for a family-tree view of predicate relationships. Click a node to trace its parents and children; selections from search carry over pre-selected. Commonly predicated devices are worth reading — a lot of people predicated them for a reason. The visual lineage is also handy on client calls, e.g. to show how a predicate family evolved and justify why your predicate still holds.
In the predicate graph, why are commonly predicated devices worth reading?
A lot of people predicated them for a reason. Clicking a node traces parents and children, and selections from search carry over pre-selected.
10. Embeddings: the galaxy map
The Embeddings tab plots every matching document in a 2-D "galaxy map" where semantically similar devices cluster together. Hover or click clusters to explore, and let AI label the clusters for you. Embeddings beat product codes for grouping: two devices can carry different product codes (LLZ vs. QIH) yet do the same thing — the embedding captures the meaning of the intended use and device story. This is also exactly how retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) works under the hood, and it makes a great visual on client calls.
Try it yourself
Head to the search page and work through a few of these AI/ML fuzzy searches to build intuition: perivascular fat on CT · aortic valve calcification opportunistic screening on noncontrast CT · breast cancer prediction on digital pathology slides · autism detection · gestational age prediction · a hearing aid that can also detect a pulse · foundation model based analysis of ECG · large language models · penetration test. Watch how the relevance scores, intended use, and AI Performance tables tell you when results stop being meaningful.