Vantage Galan 3T, MRT-3020, V10.0 with AiCE Reconstruction Processing Unit for MR
K241496 · Canon Medical Systems Corporation · LNH · Aug 20, 2024 · Radiology
Device Facts
Record ID
K241496
Device Name
Vantage Galan 3T, MRT-3020, V10.0 with AiCE Reconstruction Processing Unit for MR
Applicant
Canon Medical Systems Corporation
Product Code
LNH · Radiology
Decision Date
Aug 20, 2024
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 892.1000
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
AI/ML
AI Performance
Output
Algorithm
Acceptance
Observed
Dev DS
Dev Readers
Test DS
Test Readers
4D Flow Velocity Analysis
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Bench testing using a phantom with known flow values and volunteer images.
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Diffusion Weighted Imaging (DWI)
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Evaluation utilizing phantom images and representative volunteer images.
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3D-QALAS Quantitative Imaging
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Bench testing scanning multiple volunteers compared by three experienced reviewers against reference images.
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Indications for Use
Vantage Galan 3T systems are indicated for use as a diagnostic imaging modality that produces cross-sectional transaxial, coronal, sagittal, and oblique images that display anatomic structures of the head or body. Additionally, this system is capable of non-contrast enhanced imaging, such as MRA. MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) images correspond to the spatial distribution of protons (hydrogen nuclei) that exhibit nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR). The NMR properties of body tissues and fluids are: ·Proton density (PD) (also called hydrogen density) ·Spin-lattice relaxation time (T1) ·Spin-spin relaxation time (T2) ·Flow dynamics ·Chemical Shift Depending on the region of interest, contrast agents may be used. When interpreted by a trained physician, these images yield information that can be useful in diagnosis.
Device Story
Vantage Galan 3T is a 3T MRI system; acquires cross-sectional images of head/body. Input: proton NMR signals. Transformation: system uses new magnet, gradient coil, and Real-time Platform (RTM) for high-speed processing; AiCE reconstruction unit processes raw data. Output: diagnostic MR images. Used in clinical settings by trained physicians/technicians. New features include 4D Flow (blood flow visualization/quantification via external software), Zoom DWI (reduced FOV diffusion imaging with OVS to minimize distortion/aliasing), and 3D-QALAS (interleaved Look-Locker acquisition for quantitative analysis). Uninterruptible Power-supply System protects storage during outages. Physicians interpret images to aid diagnosis; benefits include improved image quality, reduced artifacts, and quantitative flow/diffusion data.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. No clinical trials. Performance verified via phantom studies and volunteer imaging. 4D Flow validated using phantoms with known flow values and volunteer streamlines. Zoom DWI evaluated via phantom and volunteer images to confirm artifact suppression and ADC accuracy. 3D-QALAS evaluated by three experienced reviewers comparing image quality metrics (contrast, signal strength) against literature-based reference images.
Technological Characteristics
3T MRI system; new in-house magnet and gradient coil; Real-time Platform (RTM) architecture. Software includes 4D Flow, Zoom DWI, and 3D-QALAS. Complies with IEC 60601-1, 60601-1-2, 60601-2-33, 62304, 62366-1, ISO 10993-1, and NEMA MS 1-5 standards. AiCE reconstruction unit utilized. Connectivity includes external analytical software for 4D Flow and 3D-QALAS quantitative analysis.
Indications for Use
Indicated for diagnostic imaging of head or body anatomic structures; produces cross-sectional transaxial, coronal, sagittal, and oblique images; capable of non-contrast enhanced imaging (e.g., MRA). Applicable to patients requiring MRI assessment of proton density, T1/T2 relaxation, flow dynamics, or chemical shift.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A magnetic resonance diagnostic device is intended for general diagnostic use to present images which reflect the spatial distribution and/or magnetic resonance spectra which reflect frequency and distribution of nuclei exhibiting nuclear magnetic resonance. Other physical parameters derived from the images and/or spectra may also be produced. The device includes hydrogen-1 (proton) imaging, sodium-23 imaging, hydrogen-1 spectroscopy, phosphorus-31 spectroscopy, and chemical shift imaging (preserving simultaneous frequency and spatial information).
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls). A magnetic resonance imaging disposable kit intended for use with a magnetic resonance diagnostic device only is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 892.9.
Predicate Devices
Vantage Galan 3T, MRT-3020, V9.0 with AiCE Reconstruction Processing Unit for MR (K230355)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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Canon Medical Systems Corporation % Orlando Tadeo Jr Sr. Manger, Regulatory Affairs Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. 2441 Michelle Drive Tustin, California 92780
Re: K241496
Trade/Device Name: Vantage Galan 3T, MRT-3020, V10.0 with AiCE Reconstruction Processing Unit for MR Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.1000 Regulation Name: Magnetic resonance diagnostic device Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: LNH Dated: Mav 24, 2024 Received: May 28, 2024
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Enclosure
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# Indications for Use
Submission Number (if known)
K241496
Device Name
Vantage Galan 3T, MRT-3020, V10.0 with AiCE Reconstruction Processing Unit for MR
Indications for Use (Describe)
Vantage Galan 3T systems are indicated for use as a diagnostic imaging modality that produces cross-sectional transaxial, coronal, sagittal, and oblique images that display anatomic structures of the head or body. Additionally, this system is capable of non-contrast enhanced imaging, such as MRA.
MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) images correspond to the spatial distribution of protons (hydrogen nuclei) that exhibit nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR). The NMR properties of body tissues and fluids are:
·Proton density (PD) (also called hydrogen density)
·Spin-lattice relaxation time (T1)
·Spin-spin relaxation time (T2)
·Flow dynamics
·Chemical Shift
Depending on the region of interest, contrast agents may be used. When interpreted by a trained physician, these images yield information that can be useful in diagnosis.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
> Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
ver-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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# 510(k) SUMMARY
This summary of 510(k) safety and effectiveness information is being submitted in accordance with the requirements of Safe Medical Device Act 1990 and 21 CFR § 807.92.
# 1. CLASSIFICATION and DEVICE NAME
| Classification Name: | Magnetic Resonance Diagnostic Device |
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| Regulation Number: | 90-LNH (Per 21 CFR § 892.1000) |
| Trade Proprietary Name: | Vantage Galan 3T, MRT-3020, V10.0 with AiCE Reconstruction<br>Processing Unit for MR |
| Model Number: | MRT-3020 |
#### 2. SUBMITTER'S NAME
Canon Medical Systems Corporation 1385 Shimoishigami Otawara-Shi, Tochigi-ken, Japan 324-8550
#### 3. OFFICIAL CORRESPONDENT
Naofumi Watanabe Senior Manager, Regulatory Affairs and Vigilance Canon Medical Systems Corporation
#### 4. CONTACT PERSON, U.S. AGENT and ADDRESS
#### Contact Person
Orlando Tadeo, Jr. Sr. Manager, Regulatory Affairs Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. 2441 Michelle Drive, Tustin, CA 92780 Phone: (714) 483-1551 Fax: (714) 730-1310 E-mail: otadeo@us.medical.canon
# Official Correspondent/U.S. Agent
Paul Biggins Senior Director, Regulatory Affairs Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. 2441 Michelle Drive, Tustin, CA 92780 Phone: (714) 730-7808 Fax: (714) 730-1310 E-mail: pbiggins@us.medical.canon
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# 5. MANUFACTURING SITE
Canon Medical Systems Corporation 1385 Shimoishigami Otawara-shi, Tochigi 324-8550, Japan
- 6. ESTABLISHMENT REGISTRATION 9614698
# 7. DATE PREPARED
May 24, 2024
# 8. DEVICE NAME
Vantage Galan 3T, MRT-3020, V10.0 with AiCE Reconstruction Processing Unit for MR
#### 9. TRADE NAME
Vantage Galan 3T, MRT-3020, V10.0 with AiCE Reconstruction Processing Unit for MR
# 10. CLASSIFICATION NAME
Magnetic Resonance Diagnostic Device (MRDD)
#### 11. CLASSIFICATION PANEL
Radiology
#### 12. DEVICE CLASSIFICATION
Class II (per 21 CFR 892.1000, Magnetic Resonance Diagnostic Device)
# 13. PRODUCT CODE
90-LNH
#### 14. PREDICATE DEVICE
Predicate Device: Vantage Galan 3T, MRT-3020, V9.0 with AiCE Reconstruction Processing Unit for MR (K230355)
| System | Predicate Device |
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| Vantage Galan 3T, MRT-3020, V9.0 with AiCE<br>Reconstruction Processing Unit for MR | |
| Marketed By | Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. |
| 510(k) Number | K230355 |
| Clearance Date | August 30, 2023 |
#### 15. REASON FOR SUBMISSION
Modification of a cleared device
#### 16. SUBMISSION TYPE
Traditional 510(k) Premarket Notification
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# 17. DEVICE DESCRIPTION
The Vantage Galan (Model MRT-3020) is a 3 Tesla Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) System, previously cleared under K230355. This system is based upon the technology and materials of previously marketed Canon Medical Systems and is intended to acquire and display crosssectional transaxial, coronal, sagittal, and oblique images of anatomic structures of the head or body.
#### 18. SUMMARY OF CHANGE(S)
This submission is to report the following changes:
#### Summary of Hardware Changes:
- . Magnet: New magnet (inhouse) is applied.
- . Gradient coil: New gradient coil is applied.
- Real-time Platform: Real-time Platform is a new system architecture designed around new Real ● time Manager (RTM) and it provides stable system performance with highspeed processing by RTM.
#### Summary of Software Changes:
- 4D Flow: 4D Flow Application provides the function of blood flow conditions by combining with external analytical software. Quantitative analysis such as streamline, path line, and velocity is available. Moreover, either Cine or Retro can be used together in PS3D, and PS images with time-phase information can be obtained.
- Zoom DWI: Zoom DWI Application offers diffusion images of smaller FOV size by selective excitation and outer volume suppression (OVS). This application proposed to remove the distortion and the aliasing artifact in PE direction.
- . 3D-QALAS: 3D-QALAS (3D-quantification using an interleaved Look-Locker acquisition sequence with T2 preparation pulse) is a scan technique that acquires signals with FFE3D using T2prep pulse and IR pulse in combination. External analytical software is required for quantitative analysis.
#### Summary of Accessory Changes:
- Uninterruptible Power-supply System Kit: This option enables to protect storage such as HDDs ● and SSDs by continuing to power the HOST-PC and SERVER-PC of the MRI system in the event of a power outage.
#### 19. SAFETY PARAMETERS
| Item | Subject Device:<br>Vantage Galan 3T, MRT-3020,<br>V10.0<br>with AiCE Reconstruction<br>Processing Unit for MR | Predicate Device:<br>Vantage Galan 3T, MRT-3020,<br>V9.0<br>with AiCE Reconstruction<br>Processing Unit for MR (K230355) | Notes |
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| Static field strength | 3T | 3T | Same |
| Operational Modes | Normal and 1st Operating Mode | Normal and 1st Operating Mode | Same |
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| Item | Subject Device:<br>Vantage Galan 3T, MRT-3020,<br>V10.0<br>with AiCE Reconstruction<br>Processing Unit for MR | Predicate Device:<br>Vantage Galan 3T, MRT-3020,<br>V9.0<br>with AiCE Reconstruction<br>Processing Unit for MR (K230355) | Notes |
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| i. Safety parameter<br>display | SAR, dB/dt | SAR, dB/dt | Same |
| ii. Operating mode<br>access requirements | Allows screen access to 1st level<br>operating mode | Allows screen access to 1st level<br>operating mode | Same |
| Maximum SAR | 4W/kg for whole body (1st<br>operating mode specified in IEC<br>60601-2-33:<br>2010+A1:2013+A2:2015) | 4W/kg for whole body (1st<br>operating mode specified in IEC<br>60601-2-33:<br>2010+A1:2013+A2:2015) | Same |
| Maximum dB/dt | 1st operating mode specified in IEC<br>60601-2-33:<br>2010+A1:2013+A2:2015 | 1st operating mode specified in IEC<br>60601-2-33:<br>2010+A1:2013+A2:2015 | Same |
| Potential emergency<br>condition and means<br>provided for shutdown | Shutdown by Emergency Ramp<br>Down Unit for collision hazard for<br>ferromagnetic objects | Shutdown by Emergency Ramp<br>Down Unit for collision hazard for<br>ferromagnetic objects | Same |
#### 20. IMAGING PERFORMANCE PARAMETERS
No change from the previous predicate submission, K230355.
#### 21. INDICATIONS FOR USE
Vantage Galan 3T systems are indicated for use as a diagnostic imaging modality that produces crosssectional transaxial, coronal, sagittal, and oblique images that display anatomic structures of the head or body. Additionally, this system is capable of non-contrast enhanced imaging, such as MRA.
MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) images correspond to the spatial distribution of protons (hydrogen nuclei) that exhibit nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR). The NMR properties of body tissues and fluids are:
- Proton density (PD) (also called hydrogen density)
- Spin-lattice relaxation time (T1)
- Spin-spin relaxation time (T2)
- Flow dynamics
- Chemical Shift
Depending on the region of interest, contrast agents may be used. When interpreted by a trained physician, these images yield information that can be useful in diagnosis.
#### 22. SUMMARY OF DESIGN CONTROL ACTIVITIES
Risk Management activities for this modification are included in this submission. The test methods used are the same as those submitted in the previously cleared submission of the predicate device, Vantage Galan 3T, MRT-3020, V9.0 with AiCE Reconstruction Processing Unit for MR (K230355). A declaration of conformity with design controls is included in this submission.
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# 23. SAFETY
This device is designed and manufactured under the Quality System Regulations as outlined in 21 CFR § 820 and ISO 13485 Standards.
This device is based upon the same technologies, materials and software as the predicate device. Risk activities were conducted in concurrence with established medical device development standards and guidance. Additionally, testing was done in accordance with applicable recognized consensus standards published by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) for medical devices and the National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA):
#### LIST OF APPLICABLE STANDARDS
- ANSI AAMI ES60601-1:2005/(R)2012 . and A1:2012, C1:2009/(R)2012 and A2:2010/(R)2012 (Cons. Text) [Incl. AMD2:2021]
- IEC60601-1:2005, A1:2012, A2:2020 ●
- IEC60601-1-2:2014+A1:2020
- IEC60601-1-6 (2010), Amd.1 (2013), Amd.2 (2020)
- IEC60601-2-33 (2010), Amd.1 (2013), Amd.2 (2015)
- IEC60825-1 (2014) ●
- IEC62304 (2006), Amd.1 (2015) ●
- IEC62366-1 (2020) ●
- ISO 10993-1 (2018) ●
- NEMA MS 1:2008 (R2020) ●
- NEMA MS 2:2008 (R2020)
- NEMA MS 3:2008 (R2020) ●
- NEMA MS 4 (2010) ●
- NEMA MS 5 (2010)
#### 24. TESTING
Risk analysis and verification/validation testing conducted through bench testing are included in this submission which demonstrate that the system requirements have been met. Additionally, image quality testing was completed which demonstrated that the subject device meets predetermined acceptance criteria.
4D Flow: 4D Flow provides the function of visualization of blood flow conditions by combining with external analytical software. Bench testing included velocity measurement in a phantom with known flow values. Additionally, images in volunteers demonstrated velocity stream lines.
Zoom DWI: Zoom DWI offers diffusion images of smaller FOV size by selective excitation and outer volume suppression (OVS). Zoom DWI was evaluated utilizing phantom images and representative volunteer images to confirm that Zoom DWI is effective for suppressing wraparound artifacts, reducing image distortion, providing accurate ADC values.
3D-QALAS: 3D-QALAS (3D-quantification using an interleaved Look-Locker acquisition sequence with T2 preparation pulse) is a scan technique that acquires signals with FFE3D using T2prep pulse and IR pulse in combination. External analytical software is required for quantitative analysis. Bench testing included scanning multiple volunteers and comparing, by three experienced reviewers, the resulting multiple weighted images on image quality metrics such as overall contrast and signal strength against reference images published in the literature.
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Software Documentation for a Basic Documentation Level, per the FDA guidance document, "Content of Premarket Submissions for Device Software Functions" issued on June 14, 2023, is included in this submission. This documentation includes justification for the Basic Documentation Level determination as well as testing which demonstrates that the verification requirements have been met.
Cybersecurity documentation, per the FDA cybersecurity premarket guidance document "Cybersecurity in Medical Devices: Quality System Considerations and Content of Premarket Submissions" issued on September 27, 2023, is also included as part of this submission.
# 25. SUBSTANTIAL EQUIVALENCE
Canon Medical Systems Corporation believes that the Vantage Galan 3T, MRT-3020, V10.0, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) System with AiCE Reconstruction Processing Unit for MR, is substantially equivalent to the previously cleared predicate device referenced in this submission.
Canon Medical Systems Corporation believes that the changes incorporated into the Vantage Galan 3T, MRT-3020, V10.0, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) System with AiCE Reconstruction Processing Unit for MR, are substantially equivalent to the previously cleared predicate device.
# 26. CONCLUSION
The modifications incorporated into the Vantage Galan 3T, MRT-3020, V10.0, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) System with AiCE Reconstruction Processing Unit for MR, do not change the indications for use or the intended use of the device. Based upon bench testing, successful completion of software validation, and application of risk management and design controls, it is concluded that the subject device is safe and effective for its intended use.
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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.