K113027 · Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. · OWB · Nov 22, 2011 · Radiology
Device Facts
Record ID
K113027
Device Name
SYNGO AORTIC VALVEGUIDE SOFTWARE
Applicant
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc.
Product Code
OWB · Radiology
Decision Date
Nov 22, 2011
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Special
Regulation
21 CFR 892.1650
Device Class
Class 2
Indications for Use
The syngo Aortic ValveGuide software is an add-on option to InSpace 3D software with an enhanced algorithm to display the aortic root and to visually assist the physician by placing the C-arm in an orthogonal position to the aortic root plane. The syngo Aortic ValveGuide software is intended for imaging soft tissues (heart) for diagnosis, surgical planning, interventional procedures and treatment follow-up. This software is also designed to visually assist physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of vessel malformations (i.e. Aneurysms, AVM's and Stenoses)
Device Story
syngo Aortic ValveGuide is a software add-on to InSpace 3D; functions as a workflow improvement tool for angiographic X-ray systems. Input: 3D image data of aortic root anatomy. Processing: enhanced algorithm identifies aortic root plane; calculates required C-arm orientation. Output: visual guidance for physician to position C-arm orthogonally to aortic root plane. Used in clinical interventional settings by physicians. Benefits: provides precise 3D viewing support; facilitates accurate C-arm positioning during procedures; assists in diagnosis and treatment of vessel malformations.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data provided. Safety and effectiveness established via software development, verification, and validation testing.
Technological Characteristics
Software add-on; interfaces with InSpace 3D software. Features integrated task card functionality. Operates on existing angiographic X-ray system hardware. No standalone capability.
Indications for Use
Indicated for imaging soft tissues (heart) for diagnosis, surgical planning, interventional procedures, and treatment follow-up, and to assist physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of vessel malformations (aneurysms, AVMs, stenoses).
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An image-intensified fluoroscopic x-ray system is a device intended to visualize anatomical structures by converting a pattern of x-radiation into a visible image through electronic amplification. This generic type of device may include signal analysis and display equipment, patient and equipment supports, component parts, and accessories.
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls). An anthrogram tray or radiology dental tray intended for use with an image-intensified fluoroscopic x-ray system only is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 892.9. In addition, when intended as an accessory to the device described in paragraph (a) of this section, the fluoroscopic compression device is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 892.9.
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Special 510(k) Submission: Aortic ValveGuide Software
# 510(k) Summary: syngo Aortic ValveGuide Software
Siemens Medical Systems, Inc. Company: 1 Valley Stream Parkway Malvern, PA 19355
October 7, 2011 Date Prepared:
This 510(k) summary of safety and effectiveness information is being submitted in accordance with the requirements of SMDA 1990 and 21 CFR § 807.92.
- 1. General Information:
lmporter / Distributor: Siemens Medical Solutions, Inc. 51 Valley Stream Parkway, E-50 Malvern, PA 19355 Establishment Registration Number: 2240869
Manufacturing Site: SIEMENS AG Sector Healthcare Siemensstraße 1 D-91301 Forchheim, Germany
#### Contact Person: 2.
Ms. Patricia D Jones Technical Specialist. Regulatory Submissions Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. 51 Valley Stream Parkway G-01 Malvern, PA 19355 Phone: (610) 448 -3536 Fax: (610) 448-1787 Email: patricia.d.jones@siemens.com
#### Device Name and Classification: 3.
| Trade Name: | syngo Aortic ValveGuide Software |
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| Classification Name: | Accessory to Angiographic X-Ray System |
| Classification Panel: | Radiology |
| Classification Regulation: | 21 CFR §892.1600 |
| Device Class: | Class II |
| Product Code: | 90JAA & OWB |
- Legally Marketed Predicate Device 4. InSpace 3D Software Option Trade Name:
Special 510(k) syngo Aortic ValveGuide Software
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510(k) #: Clearance Date: Classification Name: Classification Panel: CFR Section: Device Class: Product Code:
K011447 August 3, 2001 Accessory to Angiographic X-Ray System Radiology 21 CFR 8892.1600 Class II 90JAA
### 5. Device Description:
The syngo Aortic ValveGuide software is an add-on to the 510(k) cleared InSpace 3D software and a workflow improvement. This software visually assists the physician in localizing the aortic root plane by exact C-arm adiustment. The Inspace 3D application was originally cleared under Premarket Notification K011447 on 08/03/2001.
syngo Aortic ValveGuide software offers fast and precise 3D image viewing information of the aortic root anatomy during the procedure, thus providing excellent viewing support of the aortic root plane.
This software modification does not affect the intended use of the device nor does it alter its fundamental scientific technology.
### 6. Indication for Use:
The syngo Aortic ValveGuide software is an add-on option to InSpace 3D software with an enhanced algorithm to display the aortic root and to visually assist the physician by placing the C-arm in an orthogonal position to the aortic root plane.
The syngo Aortic ValveGuide software is intended for imaging soft tissues (heart) for diagnosis, surgical planning, interventional procedures and treatment follow-up.
This software is also designed to visually assist physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of vessel malformations (i.e. Aneurysms, AVM's and Stenoses)
#### 7. Substantial Equivalence:
The Aortic ValveGuide Software application is substantially equivalent to the commercially available Siemens software application, Inspace 3D. The Inspace 3D software option was described in premarket notification K011447 which received FDA Clearance on August 03, 2001.
The syngo Aortic ValveGuide software is an add-on to InSpace 3D and uses the same hardware and software components as the InSpace 3D software.
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# 8. Summary of Technological Characteristics of the Subject Device as Compared with the Predicate Device:
syngo Aortic ValveGuide is a software add-on to Inspace 3D. The subject device syngo Aortic ValveGuide features the same post processing software, user interface, archiving and communication as the predicate Inspace 3D. The syngo Aortic ValveGuide software is not a stand-alone software. It interfaces with InSpace 3D. syngo Aortic ValveGuide user function keys are integrated into the InSpace 3D task card. The user function is similar to Inspace 3D task card except for an additional activation button for the syngo Aortic ValveGuide software features.
# 9. General Safety and Effectiveness Concerns:
Instructions for use are included within the device labeling, and the information provided will enable the user to operate the device in a safe and effective manner.
Risk management is ensured via a hazard analysis, which is used to identify potential hazards. These potential hazards are controlled via software development, verification and validation testing. To minimize electrical, mechanical and radiation hazards. Siemens adheres to recognized and established industry practice, and all equipment is subject to final performance testing. Furthermore the operators are health care professionals familiar with and responsible for the evaluating and post processing of X-ray images.
# 10. Conclusion as to Substantial Equivalence:
syngo Aortic ValveGuide is intended for similar indications as cleared in the predicate Inspace 3D. The syngo Aortic ValveGuide Software add-on application is designed for use with the Inspace 3D (K011447) and a workflow improvement which helps during visualizing and localizing the aortic root plane by exact C-arm adjustment.
The functionality of syngo Aortic ValveGuide Sotware is similar to the predicate device. It is Siemens opinion, that the syngo Aortic ValveGuide add-on software is substantially equivalent to the Inspace 3D software (K011447).
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Silver Spring, MD 20993
Ms. Patricia D. Jones Technical Regulatory Specialist Siemens Medical Solutions, USA, Inc. 51 Valley Stream Parkway MELVERN PA 19355
Re: K113027
Trade/Device Name: syngo Aortic ValveGuide Software Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.1650 Regulation Name: Image-intensified fluoroscopic x-ray system Regulatory Class: II Product Code: OWB and JAA Dated: November 10. 2011 Received: November 14, 2011
Dear Ms. Jones:
This letter corrects our substantially equivalent letter of November 22, 2011.
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 Mav 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. 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.
If your device is classified (see above) into class II (Special Controls), it may be subject to such additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in Title 21, Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Parts 800 to 895. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register.
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 requirements, including, but not limited to: registration and listing (21 CFR Part 807); labeling (21 CFR Parts 801 and 809); medical device reporting (reporting of
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medical device-related adverse events) (21 CFR 803); and good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820). This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your Section 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 Parts 801 and 809), please contact the Office of In Vitro Diagnostic Device Evaluation and Safety at (301) 796-5450. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR Part 807.97). For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803), please go to http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Safety/ReportaProblem/default.htm for the CDRH's Office of Surveillance and Biometrics/Division of Postmarket Surveillance.
You may obtain other general information on your responsibilities under the Act from the Division of Small Manufacturers, International and Consumer Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 796-7100 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/industry/support/index.html.
Sincerely Yours,
Janine M. Morris
Janine M. Morri Acting Director Division of Radiological Devices Office of In Vitro Diagnostic Device Evaluation and Safety Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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Special 510(k) Submission: Aortic ValvaGuide Software
# Indications for Use Statement
510(k) Number (if known):
Device Name: syngo Aortic ValveGuide Software
Indications for Use:
The syngo Aortic ValveGuide software is an add-on option to InSpace 3D software with an enhanced algorithm to display the aortic root and to visually assist the physician by placing the C-arm in an orthogonal position to the aortic root plane.
The syngo Aortic ValveGuide software is intended for imaging soft tissues (heart) for diagnosis, surgical planning, interventional procedures and treatment follow-up.
This software is also designed to visually assist physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of vessel malformations (i.e. Aneurysms, AVM's and Stenoses)
Prescription Use X (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of In Vitro Diagnostic Devices (OIVD)
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Exact vs. fuzzy search: what's the difference?
Exact matches on the literal phrase (prefix search works, suffix does not). Fuzzy matches on the meaning and intent of the phrase rather than the exact words. Hover over the badge on any row to see why it matched.
You search "coronary artery calcification" and want only software devices with AI. What two filters do you apply?
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Fuzzy results trail off in relevance as you scroll. Use three signals to decide how far down to go: the fuzzy badge explanations, the intended use column, and whether your target output (e.g., Cobb angle) still appears in the AI Performance sub-table. Once it stops appearing, you're past the relevant zone. A top hit with a low score (~0.4) and a stretched explanation is a hint the closest predicates are far away — the project may be headed for De Novo. Note the fuzzy search is a pattern match: it doesn't handle negation ("not") well, and hardware devices can appear — filter by SaMD/AI ML to cut them.
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Reading rule for every project: how many summaries do you read in full?
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Select multiple rows in the results table (aim for under ~10), then open the PDF Viewer tab. Ask one question — it goes to all selected devices in parallel, each with citations. This is the fastest way to compare and contrast devices: training data, PCCP scope, how they handled adding new scanners, and so on.
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What can you do from the regulations tree view?
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.