Who is the manufacturer of Agnes?

Agnes Medical Co., Ltd. filed the 510(k) submission for Agnes (K192728).

What is the FDA product code for Agnes?

GEI. It is classified under 21 CFR 878.4400 as a Class 2 device in the General, Plastic Surgery panel.

What is the regulatory pathway for Agnes?

510(k) clearance (submission type: Special).

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Agnes

K192728 · Agnes Medical Co., Ltd. · GEI · Oct 24, 2019 · General, Plastic Surgery

Device Facts

Record ID	K192728
Device Name	Agnes
Applicant	Agnes Medical Co., Ltd.
Product Code	GEI · General, Plastic Surgery
Decision Date	Oct 24, 2019
Decision	SESE
Submission Type	Special
Regulation	21 CFR 878.4400
Device Class	Class 2
Attributes	Therapeutic

Intended Use

AGNES is indicated for use in dermatological and general surgical procedures for electrocoagulation and hemostasis.

Device Story

AGNES is a radiofrequency (RF) electrosurgical device used in dermatological and general surgical procedures. It consists of an RF generator, LCD interface, and SMPS. The device delivers 1MHz RF energy via a hand-piece and single-use needle electrodes to target tissue for coagulation and hemostasis. It operates in monopolar mode. The physician controls the device via a footswitch and LCD interface, which allows adjustment of output power (25 levels) and operating time (50ms to 2,000ms). The device includes a neutral electrode pad for circuit completion and monitors electrode connection. The output is an oscillating rectangular wave. The device is intended for clinical use by healthcare professionals to achieve tissue coagulation, potentially benefiting patients by providing precise thermal control during surgical procedures.

Clinical Evidence

No clinical data. Substantial equivalence is supported by non-clinical bench testing, including software verification and validation, and RF output performance testing conducted in accordance with IEC 60601-2-2.

Technological Characteristics

RF electrosurgical device; 1MHz output frequency; monopolar operation; oscillating rectangular waveform; 25 power levels (2-46W); 50-2,000ms operating time. Includes LCD interface, SMPS, footswitch (IPX8), and neutral electrode pad. Complies with IEC 60601-1 and IEC 60601-2-2. Firmware-controlled initialization and output settings.

Indications for Use

Indicated for dermatological and general surgical procedures requiring electrocoagulation and hemostasis.

Regulatory Classification

Identification

An electrosurgical cutting and coagulation device and accessories is a device intended to remove tissue and control bleeding by use of high-frequency electrical current.

Predicate Devices

AGNES (K160469)

Reference Devices

Single use needle type RF electrodes (K171707)
Disposable neutral electrode pad (K102372)

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Submission Summary (Full Text)

{0}------------------------------------------------ Image /page/0/Picture/0 description: The image shows the logo of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The logo consists of two parts: on the left is the Department of Health & Human Services logo, and on the right is the FDA logo. The FDA logo is in blue and includes the letters "FDA" followed by the words "U.S. FOOD & DRUG ADMINISTRATION". October 24, 2019 Agnes Medical Co., Ltd % Dongha Lee Regulatory Affairs Consultant KMC, Inc. Room No. 904, 27 Digital-ro 27ga-gil, Guro-gu Seoul. Korea 08375 Re: K192728 Trade/Device Name: Agnes Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.4400 Regulation Name: Electrosurgical Cutting and Coagulation Device and Accessories Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: GEI, KCW Dated: September 24, 2019 Received: September 27, 2019 Dear Dongha Lee: 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. If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to 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 {1}------------------------------------------------ requirements, including, but not limited to: registration and listing (21 CFR Part 807); labeling (21 CFR Part 801); medical device reporting of medical device-related adverse events) (21 CFR 803) for devices or postmarketing safety reporting (21 CFR 4, Subpart B) for combination products (see https://www.fda.gov/combination-products/guidance-regulatory-information/postmarketing-safety-reportingcombination-products); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (OS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820) for devices or current good manufacturing practices (21 CFR 4, Subpart A) for combination products; and, if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050. 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 https://www.fda.gov/medical-device-safety/medical-device-reportingmdr-how-report-medical-device-problems. For comprehensive regulatory information about mediation-emitting products, including information about labeling regulations, please see Device Advice (https://www.fda.gov/medicaldevices/device-advice-comprehensive-regulatory-assistance) and CDRH Learn (https://www.fda.gov/training-and-continuing-education/cdrh-learn). Additionally, you may contact the Division of Industry and Consumer Education (DICE) to ask a question about a specific regulatory topic. See the DICE website (https://www.fda.gov/medical-device-advice-comprehensive-regulatoryassistance/contact-us-division-industry-and-consumer-education-dice) for more information or contact DICE by email (DICE@fda.hhs.gov) or phone (1-800-638-2041 or 301-796-7100). Sincerely, Long Chen, Ph.D. Assistant Director DHT4A: Division of General Surgery Devices OHT4: Office of Surgical and Infection Control Devices Office of Product Evaluation and Quality Center for Devices and Radiological Health Enclosure {2}------------------------------------------------ DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Food and Drug Administration # Indications for Use 510(k) Number (if known) K192728 Device Name AGNES Indications for Use (Describe) AGNES is indicated for use in dermatological and general surgical procedures for electrocoagulation and hemostasis. | Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable) | | |-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | <div style="display:inline-block;">☒</div> Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) | <div style="display:inline-block;">☐</div> Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C) | CONTINUE ON A SEPARATE PAGE IF NEEDED. This section applies only to requirements of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. ***DO NOT SEND YOUR COMPLETED FORM TO THE PRA STAFF EMAIL ADDRESS BELOW.*** The burden time for this collection of information is estimated to average 79 hours per response, including the time to review instructions, search existing data sources, gather and maintain the data needed and complete and review the collection of information. Send comments regarding this burden estimate or any other aspect of this information collection, including suggestions for reducing this burden, to: Department of Health and Human Services Food and Drug Administration Office of Chief Information Officer Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) Staff *PRAStaff@fda.hhs.gov* *"An agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person is not required to respond to, a collection of information unless it displays a currently valid OMB number."* {3}------------------------------------------------ # K192728 page 1 of 4 # 510(k) Summary This summary of 510(K) - safety and effectiveness information is being submitted in accordance with requirements of 21 CFR Part 807.92. Date: September 24, 2019 ### 1. Applicant / Submitter AGNES MEDICAL CO., LTD Address: (Seohyeon-dong, 4, 5F Cocoplaza), 20, Seohyeon-ro 210beon-gil, Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do, Korea (Postal code: 13591) Tel : +82-31-8020-9702 Fax : +82-31-701-5162 ## 2. Submission Contact Person DongHa Lee (Consultant, KMC, Inc.) Address: Room no. 904, 27, Digital-ro 27ga-gil, Guro-gu, Seoul, Korea Tel : +82-70-8965-5554 Fax : +82-2-2672-0579 Email: dhlee@kmcerti.com #### 3. Device Information - Trade Name: AGNES - Common Name: RF Electrosurgical Device - Classification Name: Electrosurgical cutting and coagulation device and accessories - Classification Product Code and Regulation: GEI, 21CFR 878.4400 - Subsequent Product Code and Regulation: KCW, 21CFR878.5350 - Device Class: 2 ## 4. Legally Marketed (Existing) Device - Trade Name: AGNES (K160469) ## 5. Description AGNES is a RF electrosurgical device. It consists of LCD screen, radiofrequency generator and SMPS. The accessories are a footswitch, a hand-piece, FDA cleared Single use needle type RF electrodes (K171707) and FDA cleared Disposable neutral electrode pad (K102372). #### 6. Indication for use AGNES is indicated for use in dermatological and general surgical procedures for electrocoagulation and hemostasis. {4}------------------------------------------------ # 7. Comparison of the modified device to the cleared device The following comparison table is presented to demonstrate substantial equivalence. | Descriptive Information | Cleared Device | Modified Device | | |----------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | Manufacturer | GOWOONSESANG COSMETICS CO., LTD | AGNES MEDICAL CO., LTD | | | Device Name | AGNES | The same (No change) | | | 510(k) number | K160469 | - | | | Classification Product Code / Regulatory Number | GEI / 878.4400 | The same (No change) | | | Subsequent Product Code | KCW / 878.5350 | The same (No change) | | | Regulatory Class | 2 | The same (No change) | | | Indications for Use | AGNES is indicated for use in dermatological and general surgical procedures for electrocoagulation and hemostasis. | The same (No change) | | | Prescription or OTC | Prescription | The same (No change) | | | Operation | The device uses RF energy delivered through micro needle electrode to apply heat to target tissue for coagulating. | The same (No change) | | | Electrosurgical Unit (ESU) | LCD power button | When the mains switch is turned on and the LCD power button is touched for 1 second, the device starts booting. | LCD power button is used for initialization (1 level output power, 100ms and 0 count) of the device. Booting is automatically started after the mains switch is turned on. | | | Monopolar or Bipolar | Monopolar | The same (No change) | | | Temperature sensors | None | The same (No change) | | | Impedance monitor | None | The same (No change) | | | Continuity monitor | Checking the connection between the neutral electrode and the electrosurgical unit. | The same (No change) | | | Electrode monitor | Provide a camera to monitor the electrode coating condition and shape before using by the user. | The same (No change) | | | Waveform | Oscillating rectangular wave | The same (No change) | | | Output frequency | 1MHz | The same (No change) | | | Output operating time | Min 50ms / Max 1,000ms | Min 50ms / Max 2,000ms | | | Output power levels | 10 levels (2 to 46 W) | 25 levels (2 to 46 W) | | | Max. output power | 46 W at 200 ohm | The same (No change) | | | Max. output voltage | 104V | The same (No change) | | | Dimensions | 290mm(W)x455mm(L)x271.7 mm(H) | The same (No change) | | | Weight | 5.8Kg | The same (No change) | | | Power Input | 100-250VAC, 50-60Hz | The same (No change) | | Active accessory (RF Electrode) | FDA Approval | 510(k) cleared by FDA (K171707) | The same (No change) | | Neutral electrode pad | FDA Approval | 510(k) cleared by FDA (K102372) | The same (No change) | | | Functions | For emitting RF energy into electrode. | The same (No change) | | Miscellaneous accessory (Foot switch) | Performance Specifications | Single pole, single throw | The same (No change) | | | Physical Specification | Single pedal, IPX6 | Single pedal, IPX8 | {5}------------------------------------------------ ## Justification of the Changes 1) Manufacturer Name Manufacturer name is changed from GOWOONSESANG COSMETICS CO., LTD to AGNES MEDICAL CO., LTD. Manufacturer organization and address is not changed. Only name is changed. The facility information (manufacturer name) of FDA database (FURLS, DRLM) was updated to AGNES MEDICAL CO., LTD via DRLM. The user manual and product label is revised in accordance with changed manufacturer name, AGNES MEDICAL Co Ltd. ## 2) LCD power button In the cleared device, LCD power button was used for booting the device. When the mains switch is turned on and the LCD power button is touched for 1 second, the device starts booting. In the modified device, the button is used for initialization (1 level output power, 100ms and 0 count) of the device. Whenever user wants to set the device to initialization (1 level output power, 100ms and 0 count), it is achieved by touching the button. Booting is automatically started after the mains switch is turned on. Software (firmware) of the device controls the initialization function about the button. The modified function was verified and validated. The software verification and validation results show that this change does not raise any problems in the safety and effectiveness. {6}------------------------------------------------ ## 3) Output power levels and operating time Output power is subdivided from 10 levels to 25 levels. The maximum output power is not changed. Operating time is changed from Max 1,000ms to Max 2,000ms. Software (firmware) of the device controls output setting such as output power levels and operating time. The output settings were verified and validated. Software verification and validation results include RF outputs performance result. IEC 60601-2-2 test also was conducted for the changes. The Software verification and validation results and IEC 60601-2-2 test results show that this change does not raise any problems in the safety and effectiveness. ### 4) Foot switch Foot switch is changed. The mechanism and physical specification is not changed except to IP degree. The new foot switch has IPX8 which is the more suitable for against water. The new foot switch was certified by UL (E240199) and evaluated in accordance with IEC 60601-1 by TUV. ## 8. Software The software is a firmware to control the RF electrosurgical device, AGNES. For the changes (modification), software verification and validation activities have been conducted and the reports were prepared in accordance with "FDA Guidance for the Content of Premarket Submission for Software Contained in Medical Devices". ## 9. Performance Testing - Nonclinical 1) RF output power testing The tests were performed in accordance with the FDA recognized standard, IEC 60601-2-2, Part 2-2: Particular requirements for the basic safety and essential performance of Radio frequency surgical equipment and Radio frequency. ## 10. Conclusion The major consideration such as intended use and principle of operation is not changed. The changes (modifications) of the device were verified and validated, and the results are supported that the device still maintain safety and effectiveness. In this regard, we conclude that the modified device is substantially equivalent to the legally marketed device.