VISULAS YAG III

K042139 · Carl Zeiss Meditec, AG · GEX · Sep 9, 2004 · General, Plastic Surgery

Device Facts

• Record ID: K042139
• Device Name: VISULAS YAG III
• Applicant: Carl Zeiss Meditec, AG
• Product Code: GEX · General, Plastic Surgery
• Decision Date: Sep 9, 2004
• Decision: SESE
• Submission Type: Special
• Regulation: 21 CFR 878.4810
• Device Class: Class 2
• Attributes: Therapeutic

Intended Use

This device will be used in ophthalmic applications, including posterior capsulotomy and peripheral iridotomy. This device is intended for use primarily by physicians and health care workers and may only be used under the supervision of a physician. This device will not be sold to the general public.

Device Story

VISULAS YAG III is Nd:YAG laser system for ophthalmic surgery; performs posterior capsulotomy and peripheral iridotomy. Device emits 1064 nm wavelength laser pulses; 10 um beam diameter; <4 ns pulse length; 10 mJ maximum energy per pulse. Operated by physicians or supervised healthcare workers in clinical settings. Physician directs laser energy to ocular tissue to achieve therapeutic effect. Device provides precise photodisruption for capsulotomy and iridotomy procedures, benefiting patients by treating secondary cataracts or managing intraocular pressure.

Clinical Evidence

Bench testing only.

Technological Characteristics

Nd:YAG laser; 1064 nm wavelength; 10 um beam diameter; <4 ns pulse length; 10 mJ max energy per pulse. Class II surgical laser instrument.

Indications for Use

Indicated for ophthalmic surgical procedures, specifically posterior capsulotomy and peripheral iridotomy, in patients requiring laser treatment. Intended for use by physicians and supervised healthcare workers; not for public sale.

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.

Predicate Devices

• VISULAS YAG IIplus (K042139)

Submission Summary (Full Text)

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### 510(k) Summary Carl Zeiss Meditec AG VISULAS YAG III™

K 042139

This 510(k) summary for the VISULAS YAG III is submitted in accordance with the requirements of SMDA 1990 and 21 C.F.R § 807.92.

#### GENERAL INFORMATION

| Manufacturer: | Carl Zeiss Meditec AG<br>Carl-Zeiss-Promenade 10<br>07740 Jena<br>Germany<br>Est. Reg. No. 9615030 |
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| Contact Person: | Michael Giebe<br>Manager - Regulatory Affairs |
| U.S. Agent: | R. Michael Crompton<br>Vice President, Regulatory/Clinical Affairs<br>& Quality Assurance<br>5160 Hacienda Drive<br>Dublin, California 94568<br>[phone] (phone)<br>[phone] (fax) |

#### DEVICE DESCRIPTION

| Classification: | Class II |
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| Trade Name: | VISULAS YAG III™ |
| Generic/Common Name: | Laser Instrument, Surgical, Powered (21 CFR § 878.4810) |

#### PREDICATE DEVICE

- VISULAS YAG IIplusTM (1)
#### INTENDED USE

This device will be used in ophthalmic applications, including posterior capsulotomy and Filis device will or a so a other is intended for use primarily by physicians and health care perfineral may only be used under the supervision of a physician. This device will not be sold to the general public.

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#### DEVICE DESCRIPTION

The VISULAS YAG III™is a Neodymium : Yttrium : Garnet (Nd: YAG) laser for ophthalmic applications, including posterior capsulotomy and peripheral iridotomy. The device operates at a wavelength of 1064 nm. The beam diameter is 10 um with a pulse length of <4 ns. The maximum energy output per pulse is 10 mJ.

#### SUBSTANTIAL EQUIVALENCE

The VISULAS YAG III™ is substantially equivalent to the predicate device identified previously. The VISULAS YAG III™ is substantially equivalent to the predicate device with regard to intended use, operating principle, function, and materials.

#### CONCLUSION

As described in this 510(k) Summary, all testing deemed necessary was conducted on the VISULAS YAG III™ to ensure that the device is safe and effective for its intended use when used in accordance with its Instructions for Use.

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## DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES

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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850

SEP - 9 2004

Carl Zeiss Meditec AG c/o Mr. R. Michael Crompton Vice President, Regulatory/Clinical Affairs and Quality Assurance Carl Zeiss Meditec, Incorporated 5160 Hacienda Drive Dublin, California 94568-7562

Re: K042139 Trade/Device Name: YAG IIITM Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.4810 Regulation Name: Laser surgical instrument for use in general and plastic surgery and in dermatology Regulatory Class: II Product Code: GEX Dated: August 4, 2004 Received: August 10, 2004

Dear Mr. Crompton:

We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device w & neve reviewed 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 for answer and 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). that Oosmeter For (110) warket 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 r fouse be actived 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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Page 2 - Mr. R. Michael Crompton

This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your Section 510(k) I mo letter with are with a made of substantial equivalence of your device to a legally prematics notification. "The stars 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), please If you dome office of Compliance at [phone]. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). You may obtain other general information on your responsibilities under the Act from the Division of Small other general miormation of Jour Consumer Assistance at its toll-free number [phone] or [phone] or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsma/dsmamain.html

Sincerely yours,

Miriam C. Provost

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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# Statement of Indications for Use

510(k) Number (if known): KOH 2139

Device Name: YAG III™

Indications for Use: This device will be used in ophthalmic applications, including posterior capsulotomy and peripheral iridotomy. This device is intended for use primarily by physicians and health care workers and may only be used under the supervision of a physician. This device will not be sold to the general public.

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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)

Prescription Use
(Per 21 C.F.R. § 801.109)

Over-the-Counter Use_ ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Miriam C. Provost

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Division of General, Restorative, and Neurological Devices

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