K Number
K223272
Date Cleared
2023-02-28

(127 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
878.4400
Reference & Predicate Devices
Predicate For
N/A
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP AuthorizedThirdpartyExpeditedreview
Intended Use

The SurBlate™ Ablation System is intended for coagulation (thermoablation) of soft tissues. Not for use in cardiac procedures.

Device Description

The SurBlate™ Ablation System is an integrated system for interstitial thermoablation of soft tissues through controlled emission of microwaves. The system is composed by four interactive devices (and one optional device), namely: a) SurBlate™-GEN: a digitally controlled microwave power source, operating at 2450 MHz, and delivering up to 100 Watts CW (continuous wave). SurBlate™-GEN features a single output channel. b) SurBlate™-APPLICATOR: an interstitial single-use coaxial microwave applicator, activated by the SurBlate™-GEN and connected to SurBlate™-GEN via the SurBlate™-COAX. c) SurBlate™-PUMP: a peristaltic pump for convective applicator cooling through continuous circulation of liquid coolant, fully controlled by and attached to SurBlate™-GEN. d) SurBlate™-COAX: a microwave coaxial cable serving as a medical grade microwave transmission line used for transmitting microwave energy. Its characteristic impedance is 50 ohm. In the system, it is used to transmit microwave energy from SurBlate™-GEN to the SurBlate™ APPLICATOR. e) SurBlate™-FOOT (Optional): a foot pedal supplied with SurBlate™-GEN for remote control of energy delivery activation.

AI/ML Overview

The provided text is a 510(k) summary for the SurBlate™ Ablation System. It details the device, its intended use, comparison to a predicate device, and various performance and safety tests conducted to demonstrate substantial equivalence. However, it does not explicitly describe a study where the device "meets acceptance criteria" in terms of clinical performance metrics like sensitivity, specificity, or improvement over human readers.

Instead, the submission focuses on engineering and bench performance tests to demonstrate that the SurBlate™ Ablation System is as safe and effective as its predicate device (HS AMICA). The "acceptance criteria" here relate to compliance with international standards and successful operation within predefined technical specifications, rather than clinical efficacy metrics.

Therefore, many of the requested points regarding clinical testing, expert adjudication, MRMC studies, and ground truth for clinical outcomes cannot be extracted from this document, as those types of studies were not required for this 510(k) clearance for this type of device (an electrosurgical cutting and coagulation device). The document explicitly states: "Animal Study and Human Clinical performance testing were not required to demonstrate safety and effectiveness of SurBlate™ Ablation System."

However, I can extract information related to the technical performance tests that were conducted.

Here's a breakdown of the available information based on your request:

1. Table of acceptance criteria and reported device performance:

The document describes several performance tests with implied acceptance criteria being successful compliance with the stated ranges and conditions. It doesn't present these in a formal "acceptance criteria vs. reported performance" table for each specific parameter, but rather states successful completion of tests.

Acceptance Criteria (Implied from stated requirements/tests)Reported Device Performance
Output power of microwave source: Within 0-100 Watts, adjusted in 5 Watt steps, with ±20% deviation.Passed. "Under rated grid voltage, microwave output power of microwave source machine is within the range of 0 Watts to 100 Watts, gradually adjusted in steps of 5 Watts with a deviation from set power of ±20%."
Operating time of microwave source: 0-1 min (1 sec steps); 1-15 min (1 min steps), with ±1% deviation.Passed. "From 0 minutes to 1 minute the operating time of the microwave output power of the microwave source can be adjusted in steps of 1 second. From 1 minute to 15 minutes the operating time of microwave output power of the microwave source can be gradually adjusted in steps of 1 minute with a deviation of set time of ±1%."
VSWR (Voltage Standing Wave Ratio): Maximum ≤3 under service conditions.Passed. "The maximum VSWR for SurBlate™ under service conditions is ≤3."
Temperature range in service area: 40°C - 112°C, error +3°C.Passed. "Temperature range: 40°C - 112°C, error +3°C."
Microwave output mode: Continuous wave mode.Passed. "Microwave output is continuous wave mode."
Applicator Appearance & Structure: Color even, smooth, clean, no burrs, coating intact, words/symbols clear, switches secure.Passed. "Surface of machine and accessories shall be color even, smooth, clean, no burrs, and coating without dropping off and scratch etc. Words, symbols and markings shall be accurate and clear. Switches and push buttons of machine shall be reliably secure to prevent operational failure."
Electrical Safety & EMC Testing: Compliance with IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-2-6, IEC 60601-1-2.Passed. "Electrical safety and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) testing" was conducted. "The system passed all pre-determined acceptance criteria identified in the test plan."
Software Verification & Validation: Compliance with 21 CFR Part 820.30 & FDA Guidance.Passed. "Software verification and validation testing" was conducted. "Verification and validation testing were completed in accordance with the company's Design Control process in compliance with 21 CFR Part 820.30, which included testing that fulfills the requirements of FDA "Guidance on Software Contained in Medical Devices".
Biocompatibility: Compliance with ISO 10993 series.Passed. "The biocompatibility evaluation for this device was conducted in accordance with" the listed ISO 10993 standards.
Sterilization & Shelf-Life: Compliance with ISO 11135-1.Passed. "The sterilization and shelf-life for this device was conducted in accordance with ISO 11135-1:2014."
Ex-vivo Ablation Performance (Coagulative Performance): Demonstrated safe and effective coagulation; substantially equivalent to predicate device.Passed. "Exvivo testing in liver, kidney and muscle was conducted... Ablation zones across tissue types and environments demonstrated safe and effective procedural success. In comparison to the predicate device, tissue type (porcine liver, kidney and muscle) was tested in the worst-case scenario (room temperature: 20 degrees C)... Ex-vivo ablation sizes for the SurBlate™ Ablation System were deemed to be substantially equivalent to the predicate device."

2. Sample size used for the test set and the data provenance:

  • Test Set Sample Size:
    • Ex-vivo tissue ablation: Not explicitly stated as a number of samples or tissues, but mentions testing in "liver, kidney and muscle" (porcine) in "worst-case scenario" (20 degrees C). This implies multiple tissue samples were used.
    • For other tests (electrical, software, etc.), the sample size would be related to the number of devices or components tested, but this is not specified.
  • Data Provenance: Not specified for the ex-vivo testing. The manufacturer is Mima-Pro (Nan Tong) Scientific Inc., located in Nantong City, Jiangsu Province, PRC. This suggests the testing may have been conducted there or by a contract research organization.
  • Retrospective or Prospective: These were primarily bench and ex-vivo engineering performance tests, not clinical studies in humans or animals in a retrospective/prospective clinical trial context.

3. Number of experts used to establish the ground truth for the test set and the qualifications of those experts:

This information is not applicable/not provided in this type of submission. The ground truth for the ex-vivo ablation study was the measurement of the non-stained (coagulated) area using the triphenyltetrazolium chloride (TTC) dye technique, a laboratory method, not expert consensus on pathology or outcomes.

4. Adjudication method (e.g. 2+1, 3+1, none) for the test set:

This is not applicable/not provided as there were no clinical image evaluations or similar assessments requiring expert human readers and adjudication.

5. If a multi-reader multi-case (MRMC) comparative effectiveness study was done, If so, what was the effect size of how much human readers improve with AI vs without AI assistance:

This is not applicable. The device is an ablation system, not an AI imaging analysis tool for diagnostic assistance. No MRMC study was mentioned or required.

6. If a standalone (i.e. algorithm only, without human-in-the-loop performance) was done:

This is not applicable as it's a physical device (ablation system), not an AI algorithm. Its "performance" is its ability to coagulate tissue as designed, not to interpret images or classify data.

7. The type of ground truth used:

  • For Ex-vivo Ablation: Laboratory measurement of the non-stained (coagulated) area using the triphenyltetrazolium chloride (TTC) dye technique. This acts as the "ground truth" for the extent of coagulation.
  • Not expert consensus, pathology, or outcomes data in the clinical sense, as human clinical studies were not required.

8. The sample size for the training set:

This is not applicable. The device is not an AI/ML model that requires a training set.

9. How the ground truth for the training set was established:

This is not applicable as there is no training set for an AI/ML model.

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February 28, 2023

Mima-Pro Scientific Inc. % Prithul Bom Most responsible person Regulatory Technology Services, LLC 1000 Westgate Drive. Suite 510k Saint Paul, Minnesota 55114

Re: K223272

Trade/Device Name: SurBlate Ablation System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.4400 Regulation Name: Electrosurgical cutting and coagulation device and accessories Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: NEY Dated: October 21, 2022 Received: October 24, 2022

Dear Prithul Bom:

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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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

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Sincerely,

Digitally signed by Mark Mark Trumbore -S Trumbore -S Date: 2023.02.28 07:58:23 -05'00'

On behalf of 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 Ouality Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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Indications for Use

510(k) Number (if known) K223272

Device Name SurBlate™ Ablation System

Indications for Use (Describe)

The SurBlate™ Ablation System is intended for coagulation) of soft tissues. Not for use in cardiac procedures.

Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
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K223272 510(k) Summary

This summary of 510(k) is submitted in accordance with the requirements of 21 CFR §807.92:

I. SUBMITTER

Company Name: Mima-Pro (Nan Tong) Scientific Inc. Address: Tongzhou District, 226300 Nantong City, Jiangsu Province, PRC Contact Person: Jim Elliott CEO - MIMA-PRO SCIENTIFIC INC. Telephone: 604-209-0443 Facsimile: 604-279-6367 E-mail: jimelliott@mima-pro.ca

Date Prepared: 02-27-2023

II. DEVICE

Device Trade Name: SurBlate™ Ablation System Device Model Number: SurBlate™-GEN model identified as MTC-3C Classification Name: Electrosurgical Cutting and Coagulation Device and Accessories Regulation: 21 CFR §878.4400 Regulatory Class: Class II Product Classification Code: NEY 510k Review Panel: General and Plastic Surgery

III. PREDICATE DEVICE

Predicate Manufacturer: H.S. Hospital Service S.p.A. Predicate Trade Name: HS AMICA Predicate 510(k): K083157 This predicate has not been subject to a design-related recall.

IV. DEVICE DESCRIPTION

The SurBlate™ Ablation System is an integrated system for interstitial thermoablation of soft tissues through controlled emission of microwaves. The system is composed by four interactive devices (and one optional device), namely:

a) SurBlate™-GEN: a digitally controlled microwave power source, operating at 2450 MHz, and delivering up to 100 Watts CW (continuous wave). SurBlate™-GEN features a single output channel.

b) SurBlate™-APPLICATOR: an interstitial single-use coaxial microwave applicator, activated by the SurBlate™-GEN and connected to SurBlate™-GEN via the SurBlate™-COAX.

c) SurBlate™-PUMP: a peristaltic pump for convective applicator cooling through continuous circulation of liquid coolant, fully controlled by and attached to SurBlate™-GEN.

d) SurBlate™-COAX: a microwave coaxial cable serving as a medical grade microwave transmission line used for transmitting microwave energy. Its characteristic impedance is 50 ohm. In the system, it is used to transmit microwave energy from SurBlate™-GEN to the SurBlate™ APPLICATOR.

e) SurBlate™-FOOT (Optional): a foot pedal supplied with SurBlate™-GEN for remote control of energy delivery activation.

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V. TECHNOLOGY CHARACTERISTICS

  1. Output power of microwave source: Under rated grid voltage, microwave output power of microwave source machine is within the range of 0 Watts to 100 Watts, gradually adjusted in steps of 5 Watts with a deviation from set power of ±20%.

  2. Operating time of microwave source: From 0 minutes to 1 minute the operating time of the microwave output power of the microwave source can be adjusted in steps of 1 second. From 1 minute to 15 minutes the operating time of microwave output power of the microwave source can be gradually adjusted in steps of 1 minute with a deviation of set time of ±1%.

  3. VSWR (Voltage Standing Wave Ratio): The maximum VSWR for SurBlate™ under service conditions is ≤3.

  4. Temperature range in the microwave ablation service area: Temperature range: 40°C - 112°C, error +3°C.

  5. Microwave output mode: Microwave output is continuous wave mode.

  6. The SurBlate™-APPLICATOR have various lengths and diameters:

Model NumberDiameter(G)Applicator Length(mm)
MP14150T1614150
MP14200T1614200
MP14270T1614270
MP16100T1616100
MP16150T1616150
MP16200T1616200
MP18100T1618100
MP18150T1618150
MP18200T1618200
  1. Appearance and structure of machine: Surface of machine and accessories shall be color even, smooth, clean, no burrs, and coating without dropping off and scratch etc. Words, symbols and markings shall be accurate and clear. Switches and push buttons of machine shall be reliably secure to prevent operational failure.

VI. INDICATIONS FOR USE

The SurBlate™ Ablation System is intended for coagulation (thermoablation) of soft tissues. Not for use in cardiac procedures.

VII. COMPARISON OF TECHNOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS WITH THE PREDICATE DEVICE

The following characteristics were compared and shown to be the same between SurBlate™ Ablation Systems (SurBlate™) and the predicate device (HS AMICA) in order to demonstrate substantial equivalence:

  • a) Intended Use
  • b) Indications/Contra-indications
  • c) Operation Mechanism
  • d) Components
  • e) Applications Sites
  • f) Performance Specifications

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  • g) Cooling System
  • h) Materials of Applicator/ Probe
  • i) Sterilization Method of Probe
  • j) Biocompatibility
  • k) Pump

In addition, the following characteristics were compared and shown to be the similar between SurBlate™ and HS AMICA in order to demonstrate substantial equivalence:

  • a) Technology Characteristic
  • b) Coagulative Performance
  • c) Performance Testing
  • d) Applicator/ Probe
  • e) Dimensions of Applicator/ Probe

f) A comparison between Surblate™ and HS AMICA device maximum output power and probe dimensions are as follows:

Feature/SpecificationSurBlate™HS AMICA
Maximum Output Power100 Watts100 Watts
Applicator Shaft Length100 mm, 150 mm, 200 mm; 270 mm150 mm, 200 mm, 270 mm
Applicator Diameter (Gauge (G))14 G, 16G, 18G11 G, 14 G, 16G

By definition, a device is substantially equivalent to a predicate device when the device has the same intended use and the same technological characteristics as the previously cleared predicate device, or has the same intended use and if there are different technological characteristics, and it can be demonstrated that the device is as safe and effective as the predicate device, and that the new device does not raise different questions regarding its safety and effectiveness as compared to the predicate device. It has been shown in this 510(k) submission that the slight differences between the SurBlate™ Ablation System and the predicate device do not raise any questions regarding its safety and effectiveness. SurBlate™ Ablation System, as designed and manufactured, is as safe and effective as the predicate device and therefore is determined to be substantially equivalent to the referenced predicate device. The SurBlate™ Ablation System is substantially equivalent in function and intended use to the following legally marketed device: HS AMICA (K083157) The SurBlate™ Ablation System operates at the same microwave frequency (2450 MHz) as HS AMICA and both systems achieve the thermoablation of selected soft tissues located inside the human body through the local delivery of microwave energy. Both systems are composed by a microwave generator, a single use interstitial applicator - capable of penetrating into tissues and delivering microwave energy to target tissues through its active distal tip - and by a peristaltic pump for continuous water circulation inside the applicator - for applicator cooling. Both systems allow the operator to select the microwave output power level and the procedure time, as required by the specific application. In both systems the microwave power output is started manually by the operator and may either be stopped manually at any time by the operator, or deactivated automatically when the selected procedure time has elapsed. Both systems exhibit software-based electronic control for operator ease of use in setting, handling and monitoring of the ablation procedure. Both systems possess a variety of software and hardware alarms and protections to prevent excessive energy delivery to tissues, overheating of the applicator's insertion track and other possible criticalities. The two systems, have similar overall coagulative performance and in the applicator and microwave source design, structure and architecture.

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VIII. PERFORMANCE TESTING

The SurBlate™ Ablation System has been designed to comply with the applicable portions of various International Standards, including:

  • · IEC 60601-1:2012 (Reprint) + A1:2012 Medical electrical equipment Part 1: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance;
  • · IEC 60601-2-6:2012 (Second Edition) for use in conjunction with IEC 60601-1:2005 (Third Edition) + A1:2012 - Medical electrical equipment - Part 2: Particular requirements for the basic safety and essential performance of microwave therapy equipment;
  • IEC 60601-1-2:2014 (Fourth Edition) + IEC 60601-2-6:2012 (Clause 202) Medical Electrical Equipment - Part 1-2 General Requirements to Basic Safety and Essential Performance Collateral Standard: Electromagnetic Disturbances Requirements and Tests;
  • · IEC 60601-1-2:2014 + A1:2020 (Only immunity tests) Medical Electrical Equipment Part 1-2 General Requirements to Basic Safety and Essential Performance Collateral Standard: Electromagnetic Disturbances Requirements and Tests;
  • · ISO 9626 Second Edition 2016, Stainless steel needle tubing for the manufacture of medical devices - Requirements and test methods;
  • · IEC 62366-1:2015 Medical devices Part 1: Application of usability engineering to medical devices: and
  • · ASTM D4169-22 Standard Practice for Performance of Shipping Containers and Systems.

The following performance testing were undertaken to generate data in support of the substantial equivalence determination:

  • · Software verification and validation testing;
  • · Electrical safety and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) testing;

• Performance testing - Bench (testing including: appearance of generator; output power; operating time; voltage standing wave ratio; temperature monitoring, microwave output mode, usability engineering, environmental operating and storage conditions; and transportation conditions).

The SurBlate™ Ablation System and the predicate device are substantially equivalent in design concepts, technologies and materials. The SurBlate™ Ablation System has been verified through rigorous testing that, in part, supports the compliance of SurBlate™ Ablation System to the standards listed above. The system passed all pre-determined acceptance criteria identified in the test plan. Exvivo testing in liver, kidney and muscle was conducted to produce data for the Operating Instructions for SurBlate™ Ablation System. The ex-vivo tissue ablation performance testing was conducted in simulated realistic, best case and worst-case scenarios. Ablation zones across tissue types and environments demonstrated safe and effective procedural success. In comparison to the predicate device, tissue type (porcine liver, kidney and muscle) was tested in the worst-case scenario (room temperature: 20 degrees C). The rational for testing in the worst-case scenario was to illustrate similar safe and effective coagulation) for both the subject and predicate device, with the clear understanding that the realistic and best-case scenarios would result in slightly greater ablation zones performance. Ex-vivo ablation sizes for the SurBlate™ Ablation System were deemed to be substantially equivalent to the predicate device. The method of measuring ablation zones is determined by measuring the sample processed with the triphenyltetrazolium chloride (TTC) dye technique. The non-stained area is the coagulated area, and the pink-colored area is the uncoagulated area. Verification and validation testing were completed in accordance with the company's Design Control process in compliance with 21 CFR Part 820.30, which included testing that fulfills the requirements of FDA "Guidance on Software Contained in Medical Devices". Potential risks were analyzed and satisfactorily mitigated in the device design.

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IX. BIOCOMPATIBILITY TESTING

The biocompatibility evaluation for this device was conducted in accordance with:

a) Use of International Standard ISO 10993-1, "Biological evaluation of medical devices - Part 1: Evaluation and testing within a risk management process" - Guidance for Industry and Food and Drug Administration Staff - Issued September 4, 2020;

b) ISO 10993-1 Fifth Edition 2018-08, Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices - Part 1: Evaluation and testing within a risk management process;

c) ISO 10993-4: 2017: Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices, Part 4: Selection of tests for interaction with blood;

d) ISO 10993-5 Third edition 2009-06-01: Biological evaluation of medical devices - Part 5: Tests for in vitro cytotoxicity:

e) ISO 10993-10 Third Edition 2010-08-01: Biological evaluation of medical devices - Part 10: Tests for irritation and skin sensitization;

f) ISO 10993-11:2017: Biological evaluation of medical devices Part 11: Tests for systemic toxicity;

X. STERILIZATION AND SHELF-LIFE

The sterilization and shelf-life for this device was conducted in accordance with ISO 11135-1:2014: Sterilization of healthcare products - Ethylene oxide - Requirements for development, validation and routine control of a sterilization process for medical devices.

Animal Study and Human Clinical performance testing were not required to demonstrate safety and effectiveness of SurBlate™ Ablation System.

XI. CONCLUSION

The SurBlate™ Ablation System has the same or similar intended use, indications for use, technological characteristics, and principles of operation as those of the predicate device. The minor differences between the SurBlate™ Ablation System and its predicate device raise no new issues of safety or effectiveness. Thus, the nonclinical tests demonstrated that the SurBlate™ Ablation System is as safe, as effective, and performs as well as or better than the predicate device.

§ 878.4400 Electrosurgical cutting and coagulation device and accessories.

(a)
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.(b)
Classification. Class II.