K193376 · Carl Zeiss Meditec, AG · HQC · Jun 15, 2020 · Ophthalmic
Device Facts
Record ID
K193376
Device Name
Visalis V500, Visalis S500
Applicant
Carl Zeiss Meditec, AG
Product Code
HQC · Ophthalmic
Decision Date
Jun 15, 2020
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 886.4670
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
The VISALIS V500 and VISALIS S500 Surgical System is indicated for surgical treatment of the eye by performing irrigation /suction, phacoemulsification of the crystalline lens, anterior vitrectory and coagulation techniques using bipolar diathermy. The VISALIS V500 is indicated for use in vitreo-retinal surgery such as retinal detachment and other pathologies of the vitreous body and the posterior segment of the human eye.
Device Story
VISALIS V500/S500 is a surgical system for anterior and posterior segment ophthalmic procedures. System performs irrigation/suction, phacoemulsification, vitrectomy, and bipolar diathermy. Inputs include user-controlled settings via footswitches/controls; system utilizes ultrasonic energy for lens emulsification via ULITE PHACO HANDPIECE. Outputs include mechanical tissue destruction, cauterization, and illumination. Used in surgical theaters by eye surgeons. System integrates various accessories including diathermy/endodiathermy probes, vitrectomy probes, and endoillumination probes. Healthcare providers use system output to perform complex eye surgeries; benefits include effective lens removal and management of posterior segment pathologies. System features include peristaltic and Venturi pumps, integral rotary vane compressor for air infusion, and dual independent light sources for illumination.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Compliance with ANSI/AAMI ES60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, IEC 60601-2-2, IEC 80601-2-58, IEC 62304, IEC 62366-1, IEC 15752, and ISO 10993 series for biocompatibility. Sterilization validation per ISO 17665-1, ISO 11135, ISO 10993-7, ISO 11737-2, ASTM F88, and ASTM F1929.
Technological Characteristics
Phacofragmentation/vitrectomy system. Features: piezoelectrical phaco handpiece, peristaltic and Venturi pumps, integral rotary vane compressor, dual independent light sources (4300K/5000K). Connectivity: footswitches/controls. Sterilization: ETO and steam (re-processable accessories). Software: IEC 62304 compliant. Materials: biocompatible per ISO 10993.
Indications for Use
Indicated for surgical treatment of anterior eye segment (irrigation/suction, phacoemulsification, anterior vitrectomy, bipolar diathermy) and posterior eye segment (vitreo-retinal surgery, retinal detachment, vitreous body pathologies).
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A phacofragmentation system is an AC-powered device with a fragmenting needle intended for use in cataract surgery to disrupt a cataract with ultrasound and extract the cataract.
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June 15, 2020
Carl Zeiss Meditec AG Katrin Faber Regulatory Affairs Manager / MED-RAO Goeschwitzer Strasse 51-52 Jena, 07745 DE Thuringen
# Re: K193376
Trade/Device Name: Visalis V500, Visalis S500 Regulation Number: 21 CFR 886.4670 Regulation Name: Phacofragmentation System Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: HQC Dated: April 24, 2020 Received: May 6, 2020
Dear Katrin Faber:
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.
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for Tieuvi Nguyen, Ph.D. Director DHT1A: Division of Ophthalmic Devices OHT1: Office of Ophthalmic, Anesthesia, Respiratory. ENT and Dental 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) K193376
Device Name VISALIS V500 / VISALIS S500
### Indications for Use (Describe)
The Indication for Use is as follows:
The VISALIS V500 and VISALIS S500 Surgical System is indicated for surgical treatment of the eye by performing irrigation /suction, phacoemulsification of the crystalline lens, anterior vitrectory and coagulation techniques using bipolar diathermy.
The VISALIS V500 is indicated for use in vitreo-retinal surgery such as retinal detachment and other pathologies of the vitreous body and the posterior segment of the human eye.
### ACCESSORIES:
### ULITE PHACO HANDPIECE
This active re-usable device is an accessory for ZEISS phaco systems. It has been designed to emulsify and aspirate the eye lens during human eye surgery by phacoemulsification technique.
### DIATHERMY PROBES
The DIATHERMY PROBES are active re-usable device is an accessory for ZEISS phaco systems. It has been designed to cauterize (stop bleeding) small vessels during human eye surgery on the anterior segment.
### ENDODIATHERMY PROBES
This active single use device is an accessory of ZEISS phaco systems with posterior segment functionality. It has been designed to cauterize (stop bleeding) small vessels in the eye bulb and/or on the retina using a high frequency electrical current (generated from the equipment to which it is connected) passed through tissue from one electrode to another.
### ENDOILLUMINATION PROBES
This single use device is an accessory of ZEISS phaco systems with posterior segment functionality. It has been designed to internally illuminate the eye bulb transmitting the light emitted by a xenon lamp.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
X Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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# 510(k) SUMMARY
# (per 21 CFR §807.92)
# VISALIS V500 / VISALIS S500
| GENERAL INFORMATION | K193376 |
|-------------------------|---------------------------------------|
| Manufacturer: | Carl Zeiss Meditec AG |
| | Goeschwitzer Strasse 51-52 |
| | 07745 Jena, Germany |
| | +49 7364-201606 (phone) |
| Contact Person: | Dr. Katrin Faber |
| | Senior Regulatory Affairs Manager |
| | Carl Zeiss Meditec AG |
| | Rudolf-Eber-Strasse 11 |
| | 73447 Oberkochen, Germany |
| | +49 7364-201606 (Phone) |
| | E-mail: katrin.faber@zeiss.com |
| Date prepared: | April 23, 2020 |
| Classification Name: | Phacofragmentation system |
| Product Code and Class: | HQC - Class 2 |
| Classification: | 21 CFR 886.4670 / Panel: Ophthalmic |
| Common Name | Phacofragmentation/ Vitrectomy system |
| Trade/Proprietary Name: | VISALIS V500 |
| | VISALIS S500 |
| Predicate Device | ALCON CONSTELLATION ® Vision System |
| Predicate 510(k) | K141065 |
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# DEVICE DESCRIPTION (21 CFR §807.92(a)(4))
The VISALIS V500 / VISALIS S500 Surgical System has been designed to be used in surgical theaters by qualified medical personnel (eye surgeon) for surgical methods of treatment of the anterior and posterior segment of the human eye. The equipment has been designed for the performance of irrigation, irrigation/suction, phacoemulsification of crystalline lens, anterior and posterior vitrectomy, bipolar diathermy coagulation techniques, air and silicone oil tamponade, endoocular illumination. The system is intended for use in clinics, hospitals or other human medicine institutions.
To perform the ophthalmic surgery a variety of accessories are available. (See Table 5-1 below). As main accessory the ULITE PHACO HANDPIECE is necessary to perform the surgery. With this handpiece the lens is destroyed by ultrasonic. Furthermore, irrigation and aspiration is provided by the handpiece.
| Group | Examples |
|---------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Accessories for VISALIS V500 / VISALIS S500 | Different Footswitches and<br>Controls, Drapes and Covers |
| Accessories for phacoemulsification | Handpiece,<br>Tips, Sleeves, Test Chambers,<br>TIP Wrenches |
| Accessories for irrigation/aspiration | Irrigation and Aspiration (I/A)<br>handpieces, I/A cannulas incl.<br>sleeves, I/A Tubing sets |
| Accessories for diathermy and anterior vitrectomy | Diathermy Forceps, Probes to<br>irrigate, cut and aspirate the cut<br>vitreous material |
| Accessories for retinal surgery | Posterior vitrectomy probes,<br>Trocar kits, Scleral infusion<br>cannulas, irrigation tube sets,<br>Endo-illumination |
| Accessories for endodiathermy | Endodiathermy probes |
ZEISS decided to separate the accessories into groups as followed:
Table 5-1: Groups of Accessories
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# INDICATIONS FOR USE (21 CFR §807.92(a)(5))
# MAIN DEVICE
The VISALIS V500 and VISALIS S500 Surgical System is indicated for surgical treatment of the anterior segment of the eye by performing irrigation /suction, phacoemulsification of the crystalline lens, anterior vitrectomy and coagulation techniques using bipolar diathermy.
The VISALIS V500 is indicated for use in vitreo-retinal surgery such as retinal detachment and other pathologies of the vitreous body and the posterior segment of the human eye.
# ACCESSORIES
# ULITE PHACO HANDPIECE
This active re-usable device is an accessory for ZEISS phaco systems. It has been designed to emulsify and aspirate the eye lens during human eye surgery by phacoemulsification technique.
# DIATHERMY PROBES
The DIATHERMY PROBES are active re-usable device is an accessory for ZEISS phaco systems. It has been designed to cauterize (stop bleeding) small vessels during human eye surgery on the anterior segment.
# ENDODIATHERMY PROBES
This active single use device is an accessory of ZEISS phaco systems with posterior segment functionality. It has been designed to cauterize (stop bleeding) small vessels in the eye bulb and/or on the retina using a high frequency electrical current (generated from the equipment to which it is connected) passed through tissue from one electrode to another.
# POSTERIOR VITRECTOMY PROBE
This active single use device is an accessory of ZEISS phaco systems with posterior segment functionality. It has been designed to cut and aspirate the vitreous humor through its cutting human eye surgery.
# ENDOILLUMINATION PROBES
This single use device is an accessory of ZEISS phaco systems with posterior segment functionality. It has been designed to internally illuminate the eye bulb transmitting the light emitted by a xenon lamp.
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### RISK MANAGEMENT
Risk management is ensured via a risk analysis, which is used to identify potential hazards and mitigations. These potential hazards are controlled by design means, protection measures and user instructions. To confirm that the measures are effective and that the product meets its intended uses, verification of requirements and standards, and validation of the clinical was performed. Carl Zeiss Meditec adheres to recognized and established industry practice and relevant international standards where indicated.
The device labeling contains instructions for use and any necessary cautions and warnings for safe and effective use of the device.
VISALIS V500 / VISALIS S500 is provided with an Instruction for Use. In this Instruction for Use the available accessory is listed.
Every accessory or accessory set is provided with a separate Instruction for Use.
# TECHNOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS AND SUBSTANTIAL EQUIVALENCE (21 CFR §807.92(a) (6))
Substantial Equivalence is demonstrated to ALCON CONSTELLATION® Vision System (K141065). This predicate has not been subject to a design-related recall.
Each ophthalmic system is designed to be used for the anterior segment of the eye. However, the ZEISS device is not yet equipped with a laser source.
Both systems are provided with various accessories, in particular with a handpiece for emulsification of the lens. A general overview is given in the following comparison table:
| Criteria | VISALIS V500 / VISALIS S500 | ALCON CONSTELLATION ® Vision System |
|----------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Design Aspects | | |
| Hardware | - Illumination<br>- Irrigation / Aspiration<br>- Vitrectomy<br>- Diathermy<br>- Ultrasound<br>- Air tamponate<br>- Silicone tamponade | - Illumination<br>- Irrigation / Aspiration<br>- Vitrectomy<br>- Diathermy<br>- Ultrasound<br>- Air tamponate<br>- Silicone tamponade<br>- Laser |
| <b>Irrigation</b> | | |
|-------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------|
| Liquid supply: - | - Gravity irrigation<br>- Controlled irrigation<br>- Combined irrigation | - Pressurized Infusion only |
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| Criteria | VISALIS V500 / VISALIS<br>S500 | ALCON CONSTELLATION ®<br>Vision System |
|----------------------------|--------------------------------|----------------------------------------|
| Aspiration | | |
| Types of aspiration pumps: | Peristaltic and Venturi pump | Perestaltic pump |
| Phacoemulsification | | |
|---------------------|-----------------|-----------------|
| Type of handpiece: | piezoelectrical | piezoelectrical |
| Diath (Diathermy) | |
|----------------------|----------------|
| Operating frequency: | 2 MHz (± 20 %) |
| | 1.5 Mhz ± 10%. |
| Vit (Vitrectomy) | | |
|------------------|---------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------|
| Cutting mode: | Back-and-forth<br>Single cut mode available | 3D, Momentary, PropVac, VitWet<br>Single cut mode available |
| Scissors | | |
|---------------|---------------------|-------------------------|
| Cutting mode: | Horizontal scissors | Proportional, Multi-Cut |
| Air infusion | | |
|------------------------|----------------------------------------|----------------------|
| Pressure source: | integral rotary vane<br>compressor | From external source |
| Silicone oil injection | | |
| Pressure source: | Compressed air from external<br>source | From external source |
| Illumination | | |
|--------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------|
| Type: | Two independent light<br>sources | One light source |
| Color temperature: | Lamp 1: 4300 K<br>Lamp 2: 5000 K | Just one color temperature |
| Filters: | Green filter, retina protection<br>filter (blue barrier filter) | Fixed UV and IR filters |
| Safety filter: | IR-UV-blocking filter | Fixed UV and IR filters |
Table 5-2: General Comparison Table
Evaluation performed on the VISALIS V500 / VISALIS S500 supports the indications for use statement and demonstrates that the device is substantially equivalent to the predicate device and does not raise new questions regarding safety and effectiveness.
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# SUMMARY OF PERFORMANCE DATA (21 CFR §807.92(B))
The following performance data were provided in support of the substantial equivalence determination.
- . ISO 14971:2007 is a general standard with no specific test acceptance criteria. This standard was used to demonstrate compliance with risk management processes and to support ANSI/AAMI ES60601-1 and IEC 60601-1-2.
### ANSI/AAMI ES60601-1:2005/(R)2012 and A1:2012, ● C1:2009/(R)2012 and A2:2010/(R)2012
Basic safety and essential performance has been evaluated for the VISALIS V500 / VISALIS S500. VISALIS V500 / VISALIS S500 has been found to be in compliance with the ANSI/AAMI ES60601-1:2005/(R) 2012 and A1:2012, C1:2009/(R) 2012 and A2:2010/(R) 2012 standard.
# IEC 60601-1-2:2014
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) has been evaluated for VISALIS V500 / VISALIS S500. VISALIS V500 / VISALIS S500 has been found to be in compliance with the IEC 60601-1-2:2007 standard.
### . IEC 60601-2-2:2017
The particular requirements for high frequency surgical equipment and high frequency accessories were evaluated for VISALIS V500 / VISALIS S500 and applicable accessories. VISALIS V500 / VISALIS S500 as well as the applicable accessories has been found to be in compliance with the IEC 60601-2-2:2017 standard.
#### IEC 80601-2-58:2008 ●
IEC 80601-2-58, applicable for lens removal devices and vitrectomy devices has been evaluated for the VISALIS V500 / VISALIS S500 and applicable accessories. The VISALIS V500 / VISALIS S500 has been found to be in compliance with the IEC 80601-2-58 standard.
#### IEC 62304:2006/A1:2015 ●
The Software for the VISALIS V500 / VISALIS S500 was documented and tested according to IEC 62304. Details can be found under Section 16 of this submission. The device and its software has been found to be in compliance with IEC 62304 standard.
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### ● IEC 62366-1:2015
IEC 62366 is a general standard with no specific test acceptance criteria. This standard was used to demonstrate compliance with the usability requirements of the VISALIS V500 / VISALIS S500 and its accessories.
### IEC 15752:2010 ●
IEC 15752, applicable for the endoilluminators and that optical radiation safety has been evaluated for the VISALIS V500 / VISALIS S500 and applicable accessories. The VISALIS V500 / VISALIS S500 as well as the applicable accessories has been found to be in compliance with the IEC 15752 standard.
Biocompatibility evaluations of materials coming in contact with the patient fluid path have been performed to the following standards:
#### ISO 10993-1:2009 .
ISO 10993-1:2009, applicable for the accessories coming in contact with the patient has been evaluated. The applicable accessories have been found to be in compliance with the ISO 10993-1 standard.
#### . ISO 10993-5:2009
ISO 10993-5:2009, applicable for the accessories coming in contact with the patient has been evaluated. The applicable accessories have been found to be in compliance with the ISO 10993-5 standard.
#### ● ISO 10993-10:2010
ISO 10993-10:2009, applicable for the accessories coming in contact with the patient has been evaluated. The applicable accessories have been found to be in compliance with the ISO 10993-10 standard.
#### . ST72:2011/(R)2016
ST72, applicable for the accessories coming in contact with the patient has been evaluated. The applicable accessories have been found to be in compliance with the ST72 standard.
#### ● ISO 17665-1:2006
ISO 17665-1, applicable for re-processable accessories has been evaluated. The applicable accessories have been found to be in compliance with the ISO 17665-1 standard.
#### . ISO 11135: 2014
ISO 11135, applicable for ETO sterilized accessories has been evaluated. The applicable accessories have been found to be in compliance with the ISO 11135 standard.
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#### ● ISO 10993-7:2008-10
ISO 10993-7, applicable for ETO sterilized accessories has been evaluated. The applicable accessories have been found to be in compliance with the ISO 10993-7 standard.
### ISO 11737-2:2009 ●
ISO 11737-2, applicable for sterilized accessories has been evaluated. The applicable accessories have been found to be in compliance with the ISO 11737-2 standard.
### ● F88/F88M-15
F88/F88M-15, applicable for sterilized accessories has been evaluated. The applicable accessories have been found to be in compliance with the F88/F88M standard.
### ● F1929-2015
F1929, applicable for sterilized accessories has been evaluated. The applicable accessories have been found to be in compliance with the F1929 standard.
# Conclusion
The non-clinical data support the safety of the device and the hardware verification and validation demonstrate that the VISALIS V500 / VISALIS S500 should perform as intended in the specified use conditions.
The data demonstrate that the VISALIS V500 / VISALIS S500 performs comparably to the predicate device that is currently marketed for the same intended use.
# SUBSTANTIAL EQUIVALENCE TO PREDICATE (21 CFR §807.92(B)(1))
As previously indicated VISALIS V500 / VISALIS S500 has been tested to meet the product requirements and is considered to be substantially equivalent to the predicate as indicated above.
# SUMMARY (21 CFR §807.92(C))
In summary, based on the successful verification and validation testing, it is Carl Zeiss Meditec AG's opinion that VISALIS V500 / VISALIS S500 does not introduce any new potential safety risks and is substantially equivalent to, and performs as well as, the predicate device.
Additionally, all testing deemed necessary was conducted on VISALIS V500 / VISALIS S500 to ensure that the device is as safe and effective when used in accordance with its Instructions for Use as the predicate device.
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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.