DERMIUM

K980561 · Premier Laser Systems, Inc. · GEX · Mar 19, 1998 · General, Plastic Surgery

Device Facts

• Record ID: K980561
• Device Name: DERMIUM
• Applicant: Premier Laser Systems, Inc.
• Product Code: GEX · General, Plastic Surgery
• Decision Date: Mar 19, 1998
• Decision: SESE
• Submission Type: Traditional
• Regulation: 21 CFR 878.4810
• Device Class: Class 2
• Attributes: Therapeutic

Intended Use

Scanning device attachment used with the Centauri™ Er:YAG Laser System for use in Dermatology for treatment of soft tissue, including incision, excision, hemostasis, ablation and vaporization of tissue.

Device Story

The dERmium Scanner is an attachment for the Centauri™ Er:YAG Laser System. It functions as a scanning accessory to facilitate laser delivery for dermatological soft tissue procedures. The device is operated by a physician in a clinical setting. It enables precise control over laser energy application for incision, excision, hemostasis, ablation, and vaporization. By automating or guiding the laser beam pattern, it assists the clinician in achieving consistent tissue effects, potentially improving procedural efficiency and clinical outcomes compared to manual laser delivery.

Clinical Evidence

No clinical data provided; bench testing only.

Technological Characteristics

Scanning attachment for Er:YAG laser system. Designed for integration with the Centauri™ Er:YAG platform. Operates as a beam delivery accessory to control laser energy distribution for soft tissue applications.

Indications for Use

Indicated for use in dermatology for soft tissue treatment, including incision, excision, hemostasis, ablation, and vaporization. Prescription use only.

Regulatory Classification

Identification

(1) A carbon dioxide laser for use in general surgery and in dermatology is a laser device intended to cut, destroy, or remove tissue by light energy emitted by carbon dioxide.(2) An argon laser for use in dermatology is a laser device intended to destroy or coagulate tissue by light energy emitted by argon.

Submission Summary (Full Text)

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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850

MAR 1 9 1998

Ms. Lisa Mojica Documentation Supervisor Premier Laser System, Incorporated 3 Morgan Irvine, California 92618

Re: K980561 dERmium Scanner for Centauri™ Er: Trade Name: YAG Laser System II Requlatory Class: GEX Product Code: February 9, 1998 Dated: February 13, 1998 Received:

Dear Ms. Mojica:

We have reviewed your Section 510(k) notification of intent to market the device referenced above and we have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to 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). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions The general controls provisions of the Act of the Act. include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration.

If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (Premarket Approval), it may be subject to such additional controls. Existing major requlations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 895. ਸ substantially equivalent determination assumes compliance with the current Good Manufacturing Practice requirement, as set forth in the Quality System Regulation (QS) for Medical Devices: General regulation (21 CFR Part 820) and that, through periodic (QS) inspections, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will verify such assumptions. Failure to comply with the GMP regulation may result in regulatory In addition, FDA may publish further announcements action. concerning your device in the Federal Register. Please note: this response to your premarket notification submission does not affect any obligation you might have under sections 531 through 542 of the Act for devices under the Electronic Product Radiation Control provisions, or other Federal laws or requlations.

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This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your 510 (k) premarket notification. The FDA finding of substantial equivalence of your device to a legally marketed predicate device results in a classification for your device and thus, permits your device to proceed to the market.

If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801 and additionally 809.10 for in vitro diagnostic devices), please contact the Office of Compliance at [phone]. Additionally, for questions on the promotion and advertising of your device, please contact the Office of Compliance at [phone]. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to
premarket notification" (21 CFR 807.97). Other general information on your responsibilities under the Act may be obtained from the Division of Small Manufacturers Assistance at its toll-free number [phone] or [phone] or at its internet address "http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsmamain.html".

Sincerely yours,

Stiptes Rurelin

M. Witten, Ph.D., M.D. lirector Division of General and Restorative Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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510(k) Number (if known): K980561

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Device Name:__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Indications for Use:

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Scanning device attachment used with the Centauri™ Er:YAG Laser System for use in Dermatology for treatment of soft tissue, including incision, excision, hemostasis, ablation and vaporization of tissue. ·

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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)

Or

Steth Rhodes

(Division Sian-Off) Division of General Restorative Devices 8980561 510(k) Number

**Prescription Use** X
(Per 21 CFR 801.109)

Over-The-Counter Use _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________