CRYO Arctic, CRYO Penguin
K203661 · Cryoscience North America, Inc. · MLY · May 25, 2022 · PM
Device Facts
| Record ID | K203661 |
| Device Name | CRYO Arctic, CRYO Penguin |
| Applicant | Cryoscience North America, Inc. |
| Product Code | MLY · PM |
| Decision Date | May 25, 2022 |
| Decision | SESE |
| Submission Type | Traditional |
| Device Class | Class U |
| Attributes | Therapeutic |
Intended Use
The CRYO Penguin is indicated for use when cold therapy is indicated for the temporary reduction of pain, swelling, inflammation, and hematoma from minor surgical procedures, minor sports injuries and as an adjunct to rehabilitative treatment (e.g., intermittent cold with stretch).
Device Story
CRYO Penguin uses liquid nitrogen (LN2) to deliver supercooled air for localized cryotherapy. System components include an LN2 vessel with evaporator, cryogenic hose with treatment handle, and electrical control console. Operator uses handle to direct cold gas at treatment site; handle features dual lasers for distance guidance (approx. 15cm) and IR temperature sensor for skin monitoring. LED indicators provide real-time feedback: green (too warm), blue (optimal 2-4°C), red (too cold). Device includes auto-off safety if skin temperature drops below -1°C for 1 second. Operated by trained personnel in clinical settings. Pre-programmed protocols monitor treatment duration via countdown timer. Benefits include controlled, localized thermal shock to reduce pain and inflammation.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Bench testing only. Verification included electrical safety (IEC 60601-1), EMC (IEC 60601-1-2), and software validation (IEC 62304). Performance testing on human subjects (n=3) confirmed ability to reach and maintain target skin temperature (2-4°C) and accuracy of LED temperature status indicators.
Technological Characteristics
Liquid nitrogen-based cryotherapy device. Components: LN2 vessel, cryogenic hose, treatment handle, HMI control console. Sensing: IR temperature sensor, dual laser positioning. Connectivity: Standalone. Standards: IEC 60601-1 (safety), IEC 60601-1-2 (EMC), IEC 62304 (software).
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients requiring cold therapy for temporary reduction of pain, swelling, inflammation, and hematoma resulting from minor surgical procedures, minor sprains, or other minor sports injuries, and as an adjunct to rehabilitative treatment.
Predicate Devices
- CRYOTRON 2® Cryotherapy Device (K030281)
- FROZEN N (K193665)
Related Devices
- K193665 — Frozen N · Yozma Bmtech Co., Ltd. · May 28, 2020
- K182392 — Frozen C · B.M. Tech. Worldwide Co., Ltd. · Oct 30, 2018
- K221234 — TargetCool · Recensmedical, Inc. · Jul 22, 2022
- K030281 — CRYOTRON 2 CRYOTHERAPY DEVICE · Cryonic Medical North America · Aug 20, 2003
- K230599 — TargetCool · Recensmedical, Inc. · Jun 22, 2023
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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May 25, 2022
CryoScience North America, Inc. % Kelliann Payne Partner Hogan Lovells US LLP 1735 Market Street, Suite 2300 Philadelphia, PA 19103
Re: K203661
Trade/Device Name: CRYO Penguin Regulatory Class: Unclassified Product Code: MLY Dated: April 25, 2022 Received: April 25, 2022
Dear Kelliann Payne:
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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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
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Sincerely,
Amber Ballard, PhD Assistant Director DHT5B: Division of Neuromodulation and Physical Medicine Devices OHT5: Office of Neurological and Physical Medicine Devices Office of Product Evaluation and Quality Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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510(k) Number (if known)
#### K203661
Device Name
#### CRYO Penguin
Indications for Use (Describe)
The CRYO Penguin is indicated for use when cold therapy is indicated for the temporary reduction of pain, swelling, inflammation, and hematoma from minor surgical procedures, minor sports injuries and as an adjunct to rehabilitative treatment (e.g., intermittent cold with stretch).
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
### CRYO PENGUIN
# 1. Submission Sponsor
CRYO-Science North America Inc. 615 Front Street, Suite 103 Whitehall, PA 18052
Mr. Oktawian Pabian President Tel: +1-484-763-8596 operations@cryosc.com
## 2. Submission Correspondent
Kelliann Payne Partner Hogan Lovells US LLP 1735 Market Street, Suite 2300
Tel: +1-267-675-4687 Fax: +1-267-675-4601 kelliann.payne@hoganlovells.com
# 3. Date Prepared
May 25, 2022
# 4. Device Identification
| Trade or Proprietary Name: | CRYO Penguin |
|----------------------------|--------------------|
| Common or Usual Name: | Vapocoolant Device |
| Regulation Number: | N/A |
| Product Code: | MLY |
| Class: | Unclassified |
| Panel: | Physical Medicine |
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# 5. Legally Marketed Predicate Device(s)
Primary predicate device: Device Name: CRYOTRON 2® Cryotherapy Device 510(k) number: K030281 CRYONIC MEDICAL NORTH AMERICA Manufacturer:
Secondary predicate device: Device name: FROZEN N 510(k) number: K193665 B.M. Tech Worldwide Co., Ltd (formerly Yozma BMTech Co. Ltd.) Manufacturer:
### 6. Indication for Use Statement
The CRYO Penguin is indicated for use when cold therapy is indicated for the temporary reduction of pain, swelling, inflammation, and hematoma from minor surgical procedures, minor sprains or other minor sports injuries and as an adjunct to rehabilitative treatment (e.g., intermittent cold with stretch).
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- 7. Device Description CRYO Penguin
Image /page/5/Picture/1 description: The image shows a CRYO Penguin Medical device. The device is white and gray, with a black control panel and a screen that displays information. A thick, dark hose is connected to the top of the device and loops around the control panel. The device has wheels on the bottom, making it easy to move around.
The CRYO Penguin utilizes liquid nitrogen (LN2) to provide supercooled air for localized treatment. There are three main components to the device:
- Liquid nitrogen vessel with an evaporator ●
- Cryogenic hose with a treatment handle ●
- . Electrical box and HMI panel with control software
The CRYO Penguin directs cold gas to the treatment area via a cryogenic hose tipped with a treatment handle. The handle is equipped with a red laser and LED lights to accurately position the treatment handle to provide a readout of the patient's skin temperature.
The treatment handle does not physically touch the patient. To assure that the wand maintains the proper distance to the patient (approximately 15cm), there are two small lasers which provide two laser dots. When these dots converge to one dot, the handle is properly distanced. If the
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handle moves closer to the patient or further away, the dots no longer converge, providing a visual cue to the operator that the handle position has changed and is no longer optimal.
Additionally, a temperature sensor and LED lights monitor optimal skin surface temperature; LED lights indicate skin temperature status as follows:
- GREEN the skin temperature is too high for optimum treatment (above 4°C) and should ● be further cooled.
- . BLUE - the skin temperature is at the desired temperature (in the range of 2-4℃).
- RED the skin temperature is too low (below 2°C), and the treatment handle is removed . or moved further away from the patient. If the temperature of the skin surface is below -1ºC for 1 second, auto-off function activates.
The CRYO Penquin is software driven via pre-programmed protocol. Treatment time is monitored via countdown timer which is adjustable based on the treatment desired. Note: The protocol is selected prior to the session and may not be changed during the session.
The CRYO Penquin may only be operated by a trained and authorized person.
### 8. Substantial Equivalence Discussion
The following table compares the CRYO Penguin to the selected predicate devices `CRYOTRON 2® Cryotherapy Device' and 'FROZEN N' with respect to indications for use, principles of operation, technological characteristics, materials, and performance, and forms the basis for the determination of substantial equivalence. The subject device does not raise any new questions of safety or effectiveness compared to the predicate devices.
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# Comparison of Technological Characteristics
| Attribute | CRYO Penguin<br>(Subject Device) | CRYOTRON 2®<br>Cryotherapy Device<br>(Primary Predicate<br>Device) | FROZEN N<br>(Secondary Predicate<br>Device) | Comparison |
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| 510(k) Number | K203661 | K030281 | K193665 | n/a |
| Product Code | MLY | MLY | GEH, MLY | Same as the primary predicate device<br>(CRYOTRON 2®) |
| Regulation<br>Number | None | None | 878.4350 | Same as the primary predicate device<br>(CRYOTRON 2®) |
| Indication for Use | The CRYO Penguin is<br>indicated for use when cold<br>therapy is indicated for the<br>temporary reduction of pain,<br>swelling, inflammation, and<br>hematoma from minor<br>surgical procedures, minor<br>sprains or other minor sports<br>injuries and as an adjunct to<br>rehabilitative treatment (e.g.,<br>intermittent cold with<br>stretch). | The CRYOTRON 2®<br>Cryotherapy Device is<br>indicated for use when cold<br>therapy is indicated for the<br>temporary reduction of pain,<br>swelling, inflammation, and<br>hematoma from minor<br>surgical procedures, minor<br>sprains or other minor sports<br>injuries and as an adjunct to<br>rehabilitative treatment (e.g.,<br>intermittent cold with<br>stretch). | The 'Frozen N' cryotherapy<br>device using liquid nitrogen<br>vapor, is for use when cold<br>therapy is indicated for the<br>temporary reduction of pain,<br>swelling, inflammation, and<br>hematoma from minor<br>surgical procedures, minor<br>sprains or other minor sports<br>injuries, and as an adjunct to<br>rehabilitative treatment (e.g.,<br>intermittent cold with<br>stretch). | Same |
| Attribute | CRYO Penguin<br>(Subject Device) | CRYOTRON 2®<br>Cryotherapy Device<br>(Primary Predicate<br>Device) | FROZEN N<br>(Secondary Predicate<br>Device) | Comparison |
| Mechanism of<br>Action | Liquid nitrogen is used to<br>provide a flow of cold vapor to<br>the patient on the body part<br>where cryotherapy is to be<br>applied. Gas temperatures of<br>-162°C can be delivered. | The patented technology of<br>the CRYOTRON 2®<br>Cryotherapy Device uses the<br>natural expansion of liquid<br>CO2 to create a cold spray of<br>micro-crystals delivered under<br>pressure. Using a gradual<br>sweeping motion, the user<br>applies the spray to the<br>treatment site for 30-60<br>seconds at a distance of 3-5<br>inches. Rapid cooling (thermal<br>shock) occurs when the spray<br>sublimates (passes directly<br>from solid (ice) phase to gas<br>phase) as it contacts the skin. | LN2 gas is delivered to the<br>treatment site at -196°C to<br>effect thermal shock. | All three devices function by delivering<br>a cold gas to cool the intended skin<br>area: evaporation of liquid nitrogen<br>(LN) for the CRYO Penguin and<br>FROZEN N devices, and natural<br>expansion of carbon dioxide for the<br>CRYOTRON 2® Cryotherapy Device. |
| Coolant | Liquid nitrogen | Compressed medical-grade<br>carbon dioxide | Liquid nitrogen | CRYO Penguin and FROZEN N devices<br>both use liquid nitrogen. CRYOTRON 2®<br>uses compressed carbon dioxide. The<br>difference does not raise new questions<br>of safety and effectiveness. |
| Attribute | CRYO Penguin<br>(Subject Device) | CRYOTRON 2®<br>Cryotherapy Device<br>(Primary Predicate<br>Device) | FROZEN N<br>(Secondary Predicate<br>Device) | Comparison |
| Product Design | Cylindrical grip handpiece,<br>electronic console for<br>controlling the operation. LCD<br>display. Laser for proper<br>positioning mounted on the<br>handpiece.<br>Temperature is monitored via<br>IR temperature sensor. | The CRYOTRON 2®<br>Cryotherapy Device consists<br>of four components that are<br>housed in a mobile cart:<br>A pistol-grip hand-piece that delivers the carbon dioxide spray. An electronic console/control panel that provides operational information to the user. A rechargeable battery. A cylinder of compressed medical-grade carbon dioxide gas (sold separately). | Cylindrical grip handpiece,<br>electronic console for<br>controlling operation (7" LCD<br>screen).<br>LN2 gas cylinder (included)<br>and Laser pointer mounted on<br>the hand-piece beside nozzle.<br>Temperature is monitored via<br>IR temperature sensor. | Essentially identical. Each device<br>displays current treatment parameters<br>during the cryotherapy treatment. |
| Nozzle<br>Temperatures | Temperature can reach<br>Maximum of -196°C<br>to-162°C. | Not publicly available. | Temperature can reach<br>-196°C | The temperature achieved by CYRO<br>Penguin is similar to FROZEN N, which<br>also uses cold nitrogen vapors.<br>Because the maximum temperature of<br>expanded carbon dioxide is about<br>-78°C, the temperature of sprayed<br>carbon dioxide would be higher.<br>However, because the targeted skin-<br>temperatures are similar among these<br>three devices, difference in the nozzle |
| Attribute | CRYO Penguin<br>(Subject Device) | CRYOTRON 2®<br>Cryotherapy Device<br>(Primary Predicate<br>Device) | FROZEN N<br>(Secondary Predicate<br>Device) | Comparison |
| | | | | temperatures does not raise new<br>questions of safety and effectiveness. |
| Treatment<br>duration | 30-60 seconds | 30-60 seconds | 30-60 seconds | Same |
| Target skin<br>temperature | 2-4°C | Not publicly available | 2-4°C | Similar |
| Distance<br>between skin<br>and the nozzle | 15 cm (about 6 inches) | 3-5 inches | 12 cm (about 5 inches) | The distance between skin and the<br>nozzle is similar for each device. |
| Auto-off | -1°C | Not publicly available | -1°C | Auto-off function for CRYO Penguin and<br>FROZEN N devices are the same. |
| Attribute | CRYO Penguin<br>(Subject Device) | CRYOTRON 2Ⓡ<br>Cryotherapy Device<br>(Primary Predicate<br>Device) | FROZEN N<br>(Secondary Predicate<br>Device) | Comparison |
| Mobility | Housed in a mobile cart | Housed in a mobile cart | Housed in a mobile cart | Same |
| Electrical Safety<br>Testing Passed | IEC 60601-1 | Not publicly available | IEC 60601-1 | Same for CRYO Penguin and FROZEN N<br>device |
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#### Non-Clinical Performance Data
To demonstrate the safety and effectiveness of the CRYO Penquin device and to show substantial equivalence to the predicate devices, CryoScience completed the following non-clinical tests. Results confirm that the design and performance specifications for the device are met. The CRYO Penquin passed test requirements as identified below:
- Electrical Safety and essential performance testing . Testing was conducted in accordance with IEC 60601-1:2005 (Third Edition) + CORR. 1:2006 + CORR. 2:2007 + A1:2012. Medical electrical equipment - Part 1: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance.
- Electromagnetic Compatibility ●
Testing was conducted in accordance with IEC 60601-1-2:2014. Medical Electrical Equipment - Part 1-2: General Requirements for Basic Safety and Essential Performance - Collateral Standard: Electromagnetic Compatibility - Requirements and Tests. There was no potential deviation.
- . Software
Software validation report contains Software verification and validation testing as recommended in IEC 62304:2006 Medical device software life cycle processes and FDA's Guidance Document "Guidance for the Content of Premarket Submissions for Software Contained in Medical Devices." (May 11, 2005).
- . Verification Testing
The skin temperature test on three anatomical locations in three human subjects verified that the temperature of a treatment area on skin dropped to 2 - 4°C within 30 seconds as intended and maintained for additional 30 seconds. Temperature sensor and monitoring testing verified that LED lights correctly indicate skin temperature status as follows: 1) Green color if skin temperature above 4ºC; 2) BLUE color if skin temperature is between 2ºC and 4ºC or 3) RED color if skin temperature below 2ºC.
## 9. Clinical Performance Data
No clinical data is included with this submission.
#### 10. Statement of Substantial Equivalence
The CRYO Penquin devices have identical intended use as the CRYOTRON 2® and FROZEN N devices and similar technological characteristics (delivery of cryogenic temperature gas to affected tissues). Minor differences in technological characteristics do not raise new or different questions of safety or efficacy. Performance testing has demonstrated the CRYO Penguin is as safe and effective as the predicate devices. Therefore, the CRYO Penquin device is substantially equivalent to the predicate devices.