EVIS EUS Ultrasound Bronchofibervideoscope Olympus BF-UC190F
K183525 · Olympus Medical Systems Corp. · PSV · Sep 6, 2019 · Radiology
Device Facts
Record ID
K183525
Device Name
EVIS EUS Ultrasound Bronchofibervideoscope Olympus BF-UC190F
Applicant
Olympus Medical Systems Corp.
Product Code
PSV · Radiology
Decision Date
Sep 6, 2019
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 892.1550
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
This instrument has been designed to be used with diagnostic ultrasound system, video system center, light source, documentation equipment, display monitor, EndoTherapy accessories such as an aspiration biopsy needle. This instrument is designed for endoscopic real-time ultrasound imaging, for performing endoscopic ultrasound guided needle aspiration within the airways, tracheobronchial tree, and esophagus.
Device Story
The BF-UC190F is a flexible video endoscope used for real-time ultrasound imaging and ultrasound-guided needle aspiration in the airways, tracheobronchial tree, and esophagus. It integrates with a diagnostic ultrasound system, video center, light source, and display monitor. The device features a control section with an angulation lever for tip steering, an insertion section containing a CCD unit, fiber bundle, instrument channel for therapeutic tools, and an ultrasound transducer. The transducer emits and receives ultrasound waves for imaging. The device is operated by a physician in a clinical setting. The physician views the ultrasound and video output on a monitor to guide needle aspiration or observe tissue. The device aids in diagnosis and therapeutic intervention by providing visual and ultrasound-based guidance for biopsy procedures, potentially improving diagnostic accuracy and patient outcomes.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. No clinical data provided. Performance was validated through thermal safety, mechanical durability, biocompatibility (ISO 10993-1), electrical safety (ANSI/AAMI ES60601-1, IEC 60601-2-18), EMC (IEC 60601-1-2), and human factors validation (ISO 14971).
Technological Characteristics
Flexible video endoscope with electrical curved linear array ultrasound transducer (7-10 MHz). Features include CCD imaging, fiber bundle, and instrument channel (2.2mm). Connectivity via integrated electrical/ultrasound connectors. Sterilization via Ethylene oxide or H2O2 (V-PRO maX). Complies with IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-2-18, and IEC 60601-2-37.
Indications for Use
Indicated for endoscopic real-time ultrasound imaging and ultrasound-guided needle aspiration within the airways, tracheobronchial tree, and esophagus in patients requiring diagnostic or therapeutic endoscopic procedures.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An ultrasonic pulsed doppler imaging system is a device that combines the features of continuous wave doppler-effect technology with pulsed-echo effect technology and is intended to determine stationary body tissue characteristics, such as depth or location of tissue interfaces or dynamic tissue characteristics such as velocity of blood or tissue motion. This generic type of device may include signal analysis and display equipment, patient and equipment supports, component parts, and accessories.
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September 6, 2019
Olympus Medical Systems Corp. % Sheri Musgnung Manager, Regulatory Affairs Olympus Corporation of the Americas 3500 Corporate Parkway PO Box 610 Center Valley, Pennsylvania 18034-0610
Re: K183525
Trade/Device Name: EVIS EUS Ultrasound Bronchofibervideoscope Olympus BF-UC190F Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.1550 Regulation Name: Ultrasonic pulsed doppler imaging system Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: PSV, ITX Dated: August 8. 2019 Received: August 9, 2019
Dear Sheri Musgnung:
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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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K183525
Device Name
EVIS EUS ULTRASOUND BRONCHOFIBERVIDEOSCOPE OLYMPUS BF-UC190F
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
This instrument has been designed to be used with diagnostic ultrasound system, video system center, light source, documentation equipment, display monitor, EndoTherapy accessories such as an aspiration biopsy needle. This instrument is designed for endoscopic real-time ultrasound imaging, for performing endoscopic ultrasound guided needle aspiration within the airways, tracheobronchial tree, and esophagus.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
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September 3, 2019
# 510(k) Summary
# 1 GENERAL INFORMATION
- 510(k) Submitter: OLYMPUS MEDICAL SYSTEMS CORP. 2951 Ishikawa-machi, Hachioji-shi, Tokyo, Japan 192-8507
- Contact Person: Sheri Musgnung Olympus Corporation of the Americas 3500 Corporate Parkway PO Box 610 Center Valley, PA 18034-0610, USA Phone: 484-896-3147 Fax: 484-896-7128 Email: sheri.musgnung@olympus.com
# 2 DEVICE IDENTIFICATION
| ■ Device Name | EVIS EUS ULTRASOUND<br>BRONCHOFIBERVIDEOSCOPE OLYMPUS BF<br>UC190F |
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| ■ Common Name | Ultrasound Bronchoscope |
| ■ Regulation Number | 892.1550 |
| ■ Regulation Name | Ultrasonic pulsed doppler imaging system. |
| ■ Regulatory Class | II |
| ■ Product Code | PSV, ITX |
| ■ Classification Panel | Ear, Nose, and Throat |
#### 3 PREDICATE DEVICE
| Device name | 510(k) Submitter | 510(k) No. |
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| XBF-UC180F-DT8<br>(AKA BF-UC180F) | OLYMPUS MEDICAL SYSTEMS CORP. | K070983 |
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The predicate device. XBF-UC180F-DT8. has been name changed after 510(k) clearance. It is marketed as BF-UC180F.
# 4 DEVICE DESCRIPTIONN
# EVIS EUS BRONCHOVIDEOFIBERSCOPE OLYMPUS BF-UC190F
## 1) General Description of the subject device
The BF-UC190F has been designed to be used with the video system center, light source, documentation equipment, display monitor, and Endo Therapy accessories such as an aspiration biopsy needle. The BF-UC190F is intended for endoscopic real-time ultrasound imaging for performing endoscopic ultrasound guided needle aspiration within the airways, tracheobronchial tree, and esophagus.
The BF-UC190F is a flexible video endoscope and a modification of the XBF-UC180F-DT8 which was previously cleared under K070983.
### 2) Principle of Operation
The BF-UC190F consists of three parts: the control section, the insertion section, and the connector section.
#### The control section
The UP/DOWN angulation control lever on the control section is connected to the tip of the bending section by a series of wires. By operating the UP/DOWN angulation control lever, the bending section at the distal end bends vertically to guide the distal end for insertion and observation within the airways, tracheobronchial tree, and esophagus.
The endoscope contains a cylinder to attach a suction valve for suction. Depressing the suction valve will allow the doctor to use the endoscope to suction any fluids which are obscuring a good view of the tissue. Therapeutic instruments can be passed through the instrument channel for performing endoscopic biopsy and other therapies.
#### The insertion section
The insertion section has main parts including the image guide the light guide, the instrument channel, the balloon channel and the ultrasound transducer.
The light guides bring light from the light source through the endoscope.
The instrument channel outlet (also the suction opening) can be pushed in and out for withdrawing and inserting the therapeutic tools.
The balloon channel feed water to the balloon.
The ultrasound transducer emits and receives the ultrasound wave.
#### The connector section
The connector section connects the endoscope with the light source (CLV-190).
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This connector contains the ultrasound cable connector to attach the ultrasound cable for connecting the ultrasound system.
The BF-UC190F is equipped with the CCD unit in the control section, as well as the fiber bundle in the insertion tube. Images are transmitted through the fiber bundle, and the CCD unit in the control section changes them to video signals. This feature is identical to the predicate models (XBF-UC180F-DT8; K070983).
Ultrasound Operation
Operating controls with ultrasound systems
The primary interface between the device and the user is the console's keyboard. The software controlling the keyboard has been designed as the user cannot set the machine to over-ride any of the internally set controls (such as maximum acoustic power).
In any mode, the keyboard menu will only accept valid inputs. Keys and/or commands are not available in a particular mode.
A trackball or a trackpad are provided for calipers, other graphic and imaging adjustments/ controls.
### US CONNECTOR CAP MAJ-2295
This is US connector cap. This is attached to the ultrasound cable connector on the endoscope to protect the ultrasound cable connector and the endoscope from water penetration during reprocessing.
#### 5 INDICATIONS FOR USE
This instrument has been designed to be used with diagnostic ultrasound system, video system center, light source, documentation equipment, display monitor, Endo Therapy accessories such as an aspiration biopsy needle.
This instrument is designed for endoscopic real-time ultrasound imaging, for performing endoscopic ultrasound guided needle aspiration within the airways, tracheobronchial tree, and esophagus.
# 6 COMPARISON OF TECHNOLOGY CHARACTERISTICS WITH THE PREDICATE DEIVCE
The BF-UC190F has the same technological characteristics and design as the predicate device except for the following new features:
- Outer diameter of the insertion portion a.
- b. Outer Diameter of Distal End
- Direction of view. C.
- d. Angulations
- Electrical connector (transmit CCD image signal) e.
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- f. More sterilization methods become applicable for endoscope.
- g. Irrigation port angle
- h. Outlet shape of the balloon channel
- i. The compatible cleaning brush is changed from reusable BW-7B and MH-507 to single-use BW-400B and BW-411B
- j. Clarification of cleaning procedure and the brush to be used for Balloon groove
- k. The shape of transducer
Validation from non-clinical testing demonstrated as defined in the performance data below show that these technological features do not raise any new issues of safety or effectiveness of the subject device.
All other technological characteristics of both the subject and predicate devices are identical.
| Item | Subject Device:<br>BF-UC190F | Predicate Device:<br>XBF-UC180F-DT8, K070983 |
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| General information | | |
| Indication for Use | This instrument has been designed to<br>be used with diagnostic ultrasound<br>system, video system center, light<br>source, documentation equipment,<br>display monitor, Endo Therapy<br>accessories such as aspiration biopsy<br>needle.<br>This instrument is designed for<br>endoscopic real-time ultrasound<br>imaging, for performing endoscopic<br>ultrasound guided needle aspiration<br>within the airways, tracheobronchial<br>tree, and esophagus. | This instrument has been designed to<br>be used with a diagnostic ultrasound<br>system (ALOKA CO., LTD), video<br>system center, light source,<br>documentation equipment, video<br>monitor, endo-therapy accessories and<br>other ancillary equipment.<br>This instrument is designed for<br>endoscopic real-time ultrasonic image,<br>ultrasound guided needle aspiration<br>and other endoscopic procedures<br>within the airways, tracheobronchial<br>tree, esophagus and surrounding<br>organs. |
| Clinical Application | Used with EU-ME1:<br>- Transesophageal (non-cardiac)<br>- Intraluminal ultrasound for upper<br>airways and tracheobronchial tree<br>Used with EU-ME2 / EU-ME2<br>PREMIR PLUS:<br>- Transesophageal (non-cardiac)<br>- Intraluminal ultrasound for upper<br>airways and tracheobronchial tree | Used with SSD-Alpha5/10:<br>- Transesophageal (non-cardiac)<br>- Airways and tracheobronchial tree |
| Regulation name | Ultrasonic endoscope, its accessories<br>and ancillary equipment | Ultrasonic Endoscope, its accessories<br>and ancillary equipment |
| Regulation number | 892.1550 | 892.1550 |
| Product code | PSV (ultrasound bronchoscope)<br>ITX (transducer, ultrasonic, diagnostic) | PSV (ultrasound bronchoscope)<br>IYN (system, imaging, pulsed doppler,<br>ultrasonic)<br>ITX (transducer, ultrasonic, diagnostic) |
| Ultrasound specifications | | |
Table 1.1.5-2 Comparison with Predicate Device
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# ULTRASOUND BRONCHOFIBERVIDEOSCOPE BF-UC190F
| Nominal<br>Ultrasonic<br>Frequencies Of<br>The Transducer<br>Assembly | 7-10MHz | 7-10MHz |
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| Item | Subject Device:<br>BF-UC190F | Predicate Device:<br>XBF-UC180F-DT8, K070983 |
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| Mode | Used with EU-ME1:<br>B, Color doppler | Used with SSD-Alpha5/10:<br>B, M, PWD, Color doppler, Amplitude<br>Doppler, Combined |
| | Used with EU-ME2 / EU-ME2<br>PREMIR PLUS: | |
| | B, PWD, Color Doppler, Combined,<br>Harmonic imaging | |
| Applicable Ultrasound<br>system | EU-ME1<br>EU-ME2<br>EU-ME2 Premier Plus | ALOKA SSD-Alpha5 Diagnostic<br>ultrasound system<br>ALOKA SSD-Alpha10 Diagnostic<br>ultrasound system |
| Scanning Direction | Parallel to the Axis of<br>the Insertion Tube | Parallel to the Axis of<br>the Insertion Tube |
| Scanning Field of View | Used with EU-ME1: 60°<br>Used with EU-ME2 / EU-ME2<br>PREMIR PLUS: 65° | 60° |
| Scanning Method | Electrical curved linear array<br>Scanning | Electrical curved linear array Scanning |
| Contact Method | Balloon Method<br>Direct contact method | Balloon Method<br>Direct contact method |
| Endoscope specifications | | |
| Field of View | 80 ° | 80 ° |
| Depth of Field | 2 - 50mm | 2 - 50mm |
| Direction of View | 20° (forward-oblique) | 35° (forward-oblique) |
| Outer Diameter of<br>Distal End | φ6.6mm | φ6.9mm |
| Outer Diameter of<br>Insertion Tube | φ6.3mm | φ6.2mm |
| Angulation<br>UP/DOWN | 160°/70° | 120°/90° |
| Working Length | 600mm | 600mm |
| Instrument Channel | φ2.2mm | φ2.2mm |
| Combination use with<br>Electrosurgical<br>instruments | Not applicable | Not applicable |
| NBI observation | Not available | Not available |
| Scope connector | Electrical connector is integrated to<br>scope connector. Ultrasound connecter<br>is separated. Only when combined with<br>the water-resistant cap, ultrasound<br>connector is water resistant. | Electrical connector (transmit CCD<br>image signal) and ultrasound connecter is<br>separated. When combined with the<br>water-resistant cap, both connecters are<br>water resistant. |
| Protect water penetration<br>during reprocessing. | US connector cap (MAJ-2295) is<br>attached to the ultrasound cable<br>connector on the endoscope to protect<br>the ultrasound cable connector and the<br>endoscope from water penetration<br>during reprocessing. | Water resistant cap (MH-553) is attached<br>to the ultrasound cable connector and the<br>videoscope cable connector on the<br>endoscope to protect the both connectors<br>and the endoscope from water<br>penetration during reprocessing. |
| Sterilization methods for<br>reprocessing | -Ethylene oxide gas<br>-H2O2 (V-PRO maX) | -Ethylene oxide gas |
| Item | Subject Device:<br>BF-UC190F | Predicate Device:<br>XBF-UC180F-DT8, K070983 |
| Compatible Olympus<br>reprocessor for cleaning<br>and disinfection | Not available | Not available |
| High frequency<br>accessories | Not available | Not available |
| RFID tag for<br>communication with<br>endoscope reprocessor | Available | Available |
| Individual scope<br>information<br>(Scope ID) | Available | Available |
| Electric safety | Comply to IEC 60601-1,<br>IEC 60601-2-18 | Comply to IEC 60601-1,<br>IEC 60601-2-18 |
| EMC | Comply to IEC 60601-1 | Comply to IEC 60601-1 |
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# 7 PERFORMANCE DATA
The following performance data were provided in support of the substantial equivalence determination.
### 1) Ultrasound output display
The Output Display for the BF-UC190F were conducted in accordance with the FDA Guidance Document, "Information for Manufacturers Seeking Marketing Clearance of Diagnostic Ultrasound Systems and Transducers." The subject device conform to the IEC 60601-2-37 Edition 2.0 2007.
#### 2) Reprocessing validation testing
Reprocessing instruction and reprocessing method validation testing for the BF-UC190F were conducted and documentation was provided as recommended by Guidance for Industry and Food and Drug Administration Staff, "Reprocessing Medical Devices in Health Care Setting: Validation Methods and Labeling."
#### 3) Biocompatibility testing
Biocompatibility testing for the BF-UC190F were conducted in accordance with the FDA's Guidance for Industry and Food and Drug Administration Staff, Use of International Standard ISO 10993-1, "Biological evaluation of medical devices - Part 1: Evaluation and testing within a risk management process."
#### 4) Software verification and validation testing
Software verification and validation testing for the BF-UC190F were conducted and documentation was provided as recommended by FDA's Guidance for Industry and FDA Staff, "Guidance for the Content of Premarket Submissions for Software Contained in Medical Devices" and "Content of Premarket Submissions for Management of Cybersecurity in Medical Devices."
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#### 5) Electrical safety and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)
Electrical safety and EMC testing were conducted on the BF-UC190F. The system complies with the ANSI/AAMI ES60601-1:2005/A2:2012/(R)2012 and IEC 60601-2-18:2009 standards for safety and the IEC 60601-1-2:2007 standards for EMC.
#### 6) Performance testing - Bench
Bench testing for the BF-UC190F as listed below was conducted to ensure that the subject device performs as intended and meet design specifications. Device performance was assessed the design requirements, and included process verification, design verification, and design validation.
- Thermal safety test
- Mechanical durability test
#### 7) Risk analysis
Risk analysis for the BF-UC190F was conducted in accordance with established inhouse acceptance criteria based on ISO 14971:2007 and the human factors validation was conducted in accordance with the FDA Guidance, "Applying Human Factors and Usability Engineering to Medical Devices." The design verification tests and their acceptance criteria were identified and performed as a result of this risk analysis assessment.
# 8 CONCLUSIONS
Based on the indications for use, technological characteristics, performance testing and technological comparison to the predicate devices, the BF-UC190F raise no new issue of safety and effectiveness and are substantially equivalent to the predicate devices in terms of safety, effectiveness and performance.
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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.