NOVUS VARIA OPHTHALMIC LASER AND DELIVERY DEVICES WITH ACCESSORIES
K022181 · Lumenis, Inc. · GEX · Oct 1, 2002 · General, Plastic Surgery
Device Facts
Record ID
K022181
Device Name
NOVUS VARIA OPHTHALMIC LASER AND DELIVERY DEVICES WITH ACCESSORIES
Applicant
Lumenis, Inc.
Product Code
GEX · General, Plastic Surgery
Decision Date
Oct 1, 2002
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 878.4810
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic, Pediatric
Intended Use
The Novus Varia Ophthalmic Laser and Delivery Devices is intended for use in the treatment of ocular pathology. The Lumenis Varia is indicated for use in photocoagulation of both anterior and posterior segments including: - Retinal photocoagulation, panretinal photocoagulation and intravitreal endophotocoagulation of vascular and structural abnormalities of the retina and choroid including: - proliferative and nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy; - choroidal neovascularization; - branch retinal vein occlusion; - age-related macular degeneration - retinal tears and detachments - retinopathy of prematurity - Iridotomy, iridectomy and trabeculoplasty in angle closure glaucoma and open angle glaucoma. Laser Indirect Ophthalmoscope: The Laser Indirect Ophthalmoscope is indicated for use in the following ophthalmic treatments: diabetic retinopathy (panretinal photocoagulation); retinopexy; segmental peripheral photocoagulation; segmental photocoagulation; cloudy vitreous cavities; and, pediatric retinal repairs (under general anesthesia). Endophotocoagulation: The Acculite Endoprobe is indicated for use in the following ophthalmic applications: photocoagulation of the anterior and posterior segment, including: anterior segment treatment in the surgical management of glaucoma; endophotocoagulation in vitreoretinal surgery, including panretinal photocoagulation, retinopexy, and treatment of neovascularization.
Device Story
Novus Varia is air-cooled, diode-pumped, solid-state Nd:YAG laser system emitting green, yellow, and red wavelengths for ocular photocoagulation. System includes laser console, control/display panel, microprocessor electronics, fiber ports, eye safety filter, footswitch, and operating software. Red diode laser provides aiming beam. Used in clinical settings by ophthalmologists to treat retinal/choroidal vascular/structural abnormalities and glaucoma. Laser energy delivered via compatible adapters (slit lamp, indirect ophthalmoscope, or endophotocoagulation probes). Physician controls energy delivery via footswitch while viewing through delivery device optics. Output enables precise thermal tissue coagulation, facilitating treatment of conditions like diabetic retinopathy and retinal tears. Benefits include non-invasive or minimally invasive management of ocular pathologies.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data provided. Substantial equivalence based on bench testing, system hazard analysis, and software verification/validation comparing technical characteristics to predicate laser systems.
Technological Characteristics
Air-cooled, diode-pumped, solid-state Nd:YAG laser; three-color output (green, yellow, red). Includes microprocessor control, fiber-optic delivery ports, and footswitch. Compatible with slit lamp adapters, indirect ophthalmoscopes, and endoprobes. Software-controlled operation.
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients requiring photocoagulation of anterior/posterior ocular segments, including diabetic retinopathy, choroidal neovascularization, retinal vein occlusion, macular degeneration, retinal tears/detachments, retinopathy of prematurity, and glaucoma (iridotomy, iridectomy, trabeculoplasty). Includes pediatric retinal repairs under general anesthesia.
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.
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Submission Summary (Full Text)
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# OCT 01 2002
Attachment 10
510(k) Summary Statement for the
Novus® Varia™ Ophthalmic Laser and Delivery Devices
K022181
#### I. General Information
| Submitter: | Lumenis, Inc.<br>2400 Condensa Street<br>Santa Clara, California, U. S. A.<br>95051-0901 |
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| Contact Persons: | 1. Karen L. Baker<br>2. K. Delane Dale |
| Summary Preparation Date: | June 28, 2002 |
| Device Names: | Novus® Varia™ Ophthalmic Laser and Delivery |
Primary Classification Name:
#### III. Predicate Devices
II.
- Novus Omni Laser System (K932468) .
- Iris Medical Oculight GL and Delivery Devices (K960971) .
- Ultima 2000/Ultima 2000SE (K913127) .
- Coherent System 920 Argon/Krypton Laser (K837235) .
- LaserLink Z Slit Lamp Laser Delivery Adapter (LaserLink Z & LaserLink Z-1000) . (K000498, K991258, K932468)
Devices
- Acculite Endophotocoagulation Probe Delivery System (K991258, K932468, . K913127)
- Laser Indirect Ophthalmoscope (K991258, K932468, K913127, K885196) .
#### IV. Product Description
The Novus Varia Laser System is an air cooled, diode-pumped, solid state, Nd: Y AG, threecolor laser system (green, yellow and red) intended for use in the treatment of ocular pathology. A red diode laser provides a visible aiming beam. The Novus Varia system is comprised of the following functional components: a laser console; control and display panel; system microprocessor control electronics; two fiber ports for delivery systems; eye safety filter port; a covered footswitch; operating software; an optional remote control unit; an optional printer; delivery devices with accessories
Compatible delivery devices include: the LaserLink Z and LaserLink Z-1000 Slit Lamp Delivery Adapters; the Laser Indirect Ophthalmoscope (Heine and Keeler models) and the
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#### V. Indications for Use
The Novus Varia Ophthalmic Laser and Delivery Devices is intended for use in the treatment of ocular pathology. The NovusVaria is indicated for use in photocoagulation of both anterior and posterior segments including:
- . Retinal photocoagulation, panretinal photocoagulation and intravitreal endophotocoagulation of vascular and structural abnormalities of the retina and choroid including:
- proliferative and nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy; -
- choroidal neovascularization; -
- branch retinal vein occlusion; -
- age-related macular degeneration -
- retinal tears and detachments -
- retinopathy of prematurity -
- Iridotomy, iridectomy and trabeculoplasty in angle closure glaucoma and open angle ● glaucoma
# Laser Indirect Ophthalmoscope
The Laser Indirect Ophthalmoscope is indicated for use in the following ophthalmic treatments: diabetic retinopathy (panretinal photocoagulation); retinopexy; segmental peripheral photocoagulation; segmental photocoagulation; cloudy vitreous cavities; and, pediatric retinal repairs (under general anesthesia)
### Endophotocoagulation
The Acculite Endoprobe is indicated for use in the following ophthalmic applications: photocoagulation of the anterior and posterior segment, including: anterior segment treatment in the surgical management of glaucoma; endophotocoagulation in vitreoretinal surgery, including panretinal photocoagulation, retinopexy, and treatment of neovascularization.
#### VI. Rationale for Substantial Equivalence
The Novus Varia Ophthalmic Laser with Delivery Devices and Accessories share the same intended use, indications for use and the same or similar technological characteristics (including treatment wavelengths, laser active medium, pumping system, aiming beam, mode of operation, exposure duration, power, treatment intervals, spot sizes, controls and displays, laser energy delivery control (footswitch), and delivery systems), and therefore is substantially equivalent to the predicate devices referenced in Section III.
# VII. Performance Data
System and software hazard analysis information and software verification and validation information was submitted in conjunction with this Premarket Notification submission. The determination of substantial equivalence was based upon the comparison of the technical characteristics between the Novus Varia Ophthalmic Laser with Delivery Devices and the predicate laser systems.
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# VIII. Conclusion
The Novus Varia Ophthalmic Laser and Delivery Devices are substantially equivalent to similar predicate laser devices, delivery systems and accessories. The Novus Varia Ophthalmic Laser and Delivery Devices share the same intended use, indications for use, and technological characteristics as the predicate ophthalmic laser systems.
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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850
OCT 01 2002
Ms. Karen L. Baker Regulatory Consultant Lumenis, Inc. 2400 Condensa Street Santa Clara, CA 95051-0901
Re: K022181
Trade/Device Name: Novus® Varia™ Ophthalmic Laser and Delivery Devices Regulation Number: 878.4810 Regulation Name: Laser surgical instrument for use in general and plastic surgery and in dermatology Regulatory Class: II Product Code: GEX Dated: June 28, 2002 Received: July 3, 2002
Dear Ms. Baker:
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. 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 either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to such additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 898. 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 Part 801); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820); and if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050.
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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 Part 801 and additionally 21 CFR Part 809.10 for in vitro diagnostic devices), please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4659. Additionally, for questions on the promotion and advertising of your device, please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4639. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). Other general information on your responsibilities under the Act may be obtained from the Division of Small Manufacturers, International and Consumer Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 443-6597 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsma/dsmamain.html
Sincerely yours.
2. Stypk Ruede
Celia M. Witten, Ph.D., M.D. Director Division of General, Restorative and Neurological Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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# Attachment 2 Indications for Use Statement as Requested by FDA
510(K) Number (if Known):
# Device Name: Novus Varia Ophthalmic Laser and Delivery Devices
Indications for Use:
The Novus Varia Ophthalmic Laser and Delivery Devices is intended for use in the treatment of ocular pathology. The Lumenis Varia is indicated for use in photocoagulation of both anterior and posterior segments including:
- Retinal photocoagulation, panretinal photocoagulation and intravitreal . endophotocoagulation of vascular and structural abnormalities of the retina and choroid including:
- proliferative and nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy;
- choroidal neovascularization;
- branch retinal vein occlusion;
- age-related macular degeneration
- retinal tears and detachments
- retinopathy of prematurity
- Iridotomy, iridectomy and trabeculoplasty in angle closure glaucoma and open angle ● glaucoma
# Laser Indirect Ophthalmoscope
The Laser Indirect Ophthalmoscope is indicated for use in the following ophthalmic diabetic retinopathy (panretinal photocoagulation); retinopexy; segmental treatments: peripheral photocoagulation; segmental photocoagulation; cloudy vitreous cavities; and, pediatric retinal repairs (under general anesthesia)
# Endophotocoagulation
The Acculite Endoprobe is indicated for use in the following ophthalmic applications: photocoagulation of the anterior and posterior segment, including: anterior segment treatment in the surgical management of glaucoma; endophotocoagulation in vitreoretinal surgery, including panretinal photocoagulation, retinopexy, and treatment of neovascularization.
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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)

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Division of General, Restorative and Neurological Devices
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| 510(k) Number | K022181 |
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