NaviCam Xpress Stomach System, NaviCam Xpress System
Applicant
Anx Robotica Corp
Product Code
QKZ · Gastroenterology, Urology
Decision Date
Apr 13, 2023
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Special
Regulation
21 CFR 876.1310
Device Class
Class 2
Indications for Use
The NaviCam Stomach Capsule is intended for visualization of the stomach of adults (>/=22 years) with BMI < 38. The system can be used in clinics and hospitals, including ER settings. The NaviCam Tether is an accessory of the NaviCam Stomach Capsule. It is intended to aid the Capsule for visualizing the esophagus (not magnetically maneuvered) prior to the Capsule's release into the stomach capsule endoscopy (MCCE) procedure.
Device Story
NaviCam Xpress Stomach System is a magnetically maneuvered capsule endoscopy system. Input: images of stomach/esophagus captured by ingestible capsule (CP-US-7005). Transformation: operator uses NaviCtrl software on NaviEC-2000 controller to manipulate magnetic fields, controlling capsule position within stomach. Output: visual images displayed via ESView software for clinician review. Used in clinics, hospitals, and ER settings by physicians. GastroScan feature (macro command) automates specific navigation sequences. System includes data recorder, locator, and optional tether for esophageal visualization. Output assists clinicians in identifying gastric abnormalities; benefits patients by providing non-invasive visualization of the stomach.
Clinical Evidence
No new clinical or animal testing was conducted. The submission relies on clinical evidence previously provided for the reference device (DEN190037) and primary predicate (K203192). Performance was validated via non-clinical bench testing, software verification, and human factors/usability evaluation.
Technological Characteristics
System comprises ingestible capsule, data recorder, locator, controller (NaviEC-2000), and workstation software (ESView/NaviCtrl). Operates via magnetic field manipulation for capsule navigation. Software includes GastroScan feature for automated navigation sequences. Connectivity includes data logging from capsule to recorder. Sterilization and material specifications are consistent with the predicate device.
Indications for Use
Indicated for visualization of the stomach in adults (>/=22 years) with BMI < 38. The NaviCam Tether is indicated for esophageal visualization prior to stomach capsule endoscopy.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A magnetically maneuvered capsule endoscopy system consists of an ingestible capsule and magnetic controller and is used for visualization of the stomach and duodenum. The ingestible capsule contains a camera that wirelessly captures images of the mucosa. The magnetic controller is used outside of the patient and is magnetically coupled with the capsule to control its location and viewing direction.
Special Controls
In combination with the general controls of the FD&C Act, the magnetically maneuvered capsule endoscopy system is subject to the following special controls:
*Classification.* Class II (special controls). The special controls for this device are:(1) Clinical performance testing with the device under anticipated conditions of use must evaluate visualization of the intended region and document the adverse event profile.
(2) Non-clinical testing data must demonstrate the optical, mechanical, and functional integrity of the device under physically stressed conditions. The following performance characteristics must be tested, and detailed protocols must be provided for each test:
(i) A bite test must be performed to ensure that the capsule can withstand extreme cases of biting;
(ii) A pH resistance test must be performed to evaluate integrity of the capsule when exposed to a physiological relevant range of pH values;
(iii) A battery life test must be performed to demonstrate that the capsule's operating time is not constrained by the battery capacity;
(iv) A shelf life test must be performed to demonstrate that the device performs as intended at the proposed shelf life date;
(v) Optical testing must be performed to evaluate fundamental image quality characteristics such as resolution, field of view, depth of field, geometric distortion, signal to noise ratio, dynamic range, and image intensity uniformity;
(vi) A color performance test must be performed to compare the color differences between the input scene and output image;
(vii) A photobiological safety analysis must be performed based on maximum (worst-case) light exposure to internal gastrointestinal mucosa, and covering ultraviolet, visible, and near-infrared ranges, as appropriate. A mitigation analysis must be provided;
(viii) Performance testing must demonstrate that the viewing software clearly presents the current frame rate, which is either adjustable manually by the user or automatically by the device. Testing must demonstrate that the viewing software alerts the user when the video quality is reduced from nominal due to imaging data communication or computation problems;
(ix) A data transmission test must be performed to verify the robustness of the data transmission between the capsule and the receiver. This test must include controlled signal attenuation for simulating a non-ideal environment; and
(x) Magnetic field strength testing characterization must be performed to identify the distances from the magnet that are safe for patients and users with ferromagnetic implants, devices, or objects.
(3) Software validation, verification, and hazard analysis must be provided.
(4) Electrical safety, thermal safety, mechanical safety, and electromagnetic compatibility testing must be performed.
(5) The patient-contacting components of the device must be demonstrated to be biocompatible.
(6) Performance data must validate the reprocessing instructions for the reusable components of the device.
(7) Performance data must demonstrate the sterility of any device components labeled sterile.
(8) Human factors testing must demonstrate that the intended users can safely and correctly use the device, based solely on reading the instructions for use.
(9) Clinician labeling must include:
(i) Specific instructions and the clinical and technical expertise needed for the safe use of the device;
(ii) A detailed summary of the clinical testing pertinent to use of the device, including information on effectiveness and device- and procedure-related complications;
(iii) The patient preparation procedure;
(iv) A detailed summary of the device technical parameters;
(v) Magnetic field safe zones;
(vi) A screening checklist to ensure that all patients and operating staff are screened from bringing ferromagnetic implants, devices, or objects near the external magnet;
(vii) Reprocessing instructions for reusable components;
(viii) Shelf life for single use components; and
(ix) Use life for reusable components.
(10) Patient labeling must include:
(i) An explanation of the device and the mechanism of operation;
(ii) The patient preparation procedure;
(iii) A brief summary of the clinical study; and
(iv) A summary of the device- and procedure-related complications pertinent to use of the device.
NaviCam Capsule Endoscope System with NaviCam Stomach Capsule (DEN190037)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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April 13, 2023
AnX Robotica Corp. Cathlena Martinez Regulatory and Clinical Affairs Manager 6010 W Spring Creek Pkwy Plano, TX 75024
Re: K230694
Trade/Device Name: NaviCam Xpress Stomach System, NaviCam Xpress System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 876.1310 Regulation Name: Magnetically maneuvered capsule endoscopy system Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: QKZ Dated: March 13, 2023 Received: March 14, 2023
Dear Cathlena Martinez:
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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Sincerely,
# Shanil P. Haugen -S
Shanil P. Haugen, Ph.D. Assistant Director DHT3A: Division of Renal, Gastrointestinal, Obesity and Transplant Devices OHT3: Office of GastroRenal, ObGyn, General Hospital and Urology Devices Office of Product Evaluation and Ouality Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K230694
Device Name NaviCam Xpress Stomach System
Indications for Use (Describe)
The NaviCam Stomach Capsule is intended for visualization of the stomach of adults (>/=22 years) with BMI < 38. The system can be used in clinics and hospitals, including ER settings.
The NaviCam Tether is an accessory of the NaviCam Stomach Capsule. It is intended to aid the Capsule for visualizing the esophagus (not magnetically maneuvered) prior to the Capsule's release into the stomach capsule endoscopy (MCCE) procedure.
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NaviCam Xpress Stomach system GastroScan feature Software Addition Section 7: 510(k) Summary
# 510(K) SUMMARY NaviCam Xpress Stomach System GastroScan feature Software Addition 510(k) Number
### 1. SUBMITTER
#### Applicant's Name:
AnX Robotica, Corp. 6010 W. Spring Creek Parkway Plano, TX 75024 Phone: (469) 606-9495
#### Primary Contact:
Cathlena Martinez, CQA Manager, Regulatory/Clinical Phone: (859) 801-8517 Email: lena.martinez@anxrobotics.com
#### 2. DATE PREPARED 03/09/2023
#### DEVICE 3.
Trade Name: NaviCam Xpress Stomach system (NaviCam Xpress system)
Classification Code: Name: Magnetically maneuvered capsule endoscopy system Product Code: OKZ Regulation No: 876.1310 Class: II Classification Panel: Gastroenterology/Urology
#### PREDICATE DEVICES 4.
Primary predicate- NaviCam Xpress Stomach system (NaviCam Xpress system) cleared under the 510(k) submission K203192.
Reference- NaviCam Capsule Endoscope System with NaviCam Stomach Capsule (hereafter "NaviCam Stomach System") granted the De-Novo submission under DEN190037.
#### DEVICE DESCRIPTION 5.
The NaviCam Xpress Stomach System is a novel endoscopic capsule imaging system intended to obtain images of the stomach. It differs from passive capsule endoscopy systems in that it uses magnetic fields to allow the position of the capsule within the stomach to be controlled by an operator.
The NaviCam Xpress Stomach System includes the following key components:
CONFIDENTIAL 007_NaviCam Xpress 510k Summary
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#### NaviCam Xpress Stomach system GastroScan feature Software Addition Section 7: 510(k) Summary
- 1. Ingestible capsule (CP-US-7005) for obtaining images.
- 2. Data recorder (MC-US-1006) for logging image data.
- 3. Locator (SB-US-2006) for turning on the capsule and for determining if the capsule is still in the body.
- 4. Controller, NaviEC-2000 (MC-US-1002) with the NaviCtrl software that allows the navigation of the capsule within the stomach.
- 5. ESView software for review of the images obtained by the capsule and generating reports.
- Optional Accessory: NaviCam Tether (ES-US-7005) for aiding the capsule in visualizing 6. the esophagus.
#### 6. INDICATIONS FOR USE
The NaviCam Stomach Capsule is intended for visualization of the stomach of adults (>/=22 years) with BMI < 38. The system can be used in clinics and hospitals, including ER settings.
The NaviCam Tether is an accessory of the NaviCam Stomach Capsule. It is intended to aid the Capsule for visualizing the esophagus (not magnetically maneuvered) prior to the Capsule's release into the stomach for a stomach capsule endoscopy (MCCE) procedure.
## 7. SUBSTANTIAL EQUIVALENCE
### Intended Use/ Indications for Use
There are no proposed changes to the indications for use of the NaviCam Xpress system.
### Technological Characteristics
The NaviCam Xpress system (subject device) and predicate device (NaviCam Xpress system) system components are identical to the components of the currently marketed predicate device. Both the subject device and the predicate device, use the same mechanisms to fulfill their identical intended use, and share the same technological characteristics, respectively. The subject device operates using the same technology and technological characteristics as the currently marketed predicate device.
Both the subject device, and reference device, are technologically similar which are capsule endoscopy systems comprised of four elements: a capsule, a data recorder, software, controller and a workstation. In both devices the capsule is intended to be used as part of a system to visualize the gastrointestinal (GI) tract.
The only difference between the subject device and the currently marketed predicate device is a change to the NaviCtrl software and labeling for the subject device to add the GastroScan feature to align with the reference device (NaviCam Stomach system) software features which include the GastroScan (previously known as macro command) feature.
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#### 8. PERFORMANCE DATA
### Non-Clinical Performance Testing/ Bench Testing:
Non-clinical performance and bench testing was completed to assess the performance of the NaviCam Xpress system with the updates to the NaviCtrl software to include the GastroScan feature. The data provided in this 510(k) submission shows that the device performs as intended based on the non-clinical bench testing. The list of these tests is provided in Table 8-1.
### Table 8-1: List of Non-Clinical Tests Completed on NaviCam Xpress Stomach System NaviCtrl Software with GastroScan feature.
Non-clinical/ Bench Testing
Software Verification Testing
Human Factors Engineering/ Usability Testing/ Evaluation
### Animal and Clinical Performance Testing:
No additional Animal and clinical performance testing were conducted.
### Clinical Experience
No additional clinical literature has been provided in this submission. The previously submitted clinical evidence provided as part of the reference device De Novo, DEN190037, and primary predicate device 510k, K203192, submissions remain applicable and relevant to the subject device.
#### CONCLUSION 9.
The NaviCam Xpress NaviCtrl software with GastroScan is a low-risk, device software component of the NaviCam Xpress Stomach system. The addition of the GastroScan feature to align with the previously approved marketed device, NaviCam Stomach system (DEN190037) and its component software, does not affect the indications and performance of the predicate device, and does not pose any new risks to the patient as demonstrated by the performance bench testing and software risk analysis, and cybersecurity FMEA risk analysis evaluations.
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