K Number
K001589
Device Name
CANDELA DYNAMIC COOLING DEVICE
Manufacturer
Date Cleared
2000-08-18

(87 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
878.4810
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP Authorized
Intended Use
The intended use of the Candela Dynamic Cooling Device is: - (1) cooling of the skin prior to laser treatment - (2) reduction of pain during laser treatment - (3) allows for use of higher laser fluences for laser treatments, such as for hair removal and vascular lesions - (4) reduces potential side effects of laser treatments, such as for hair removal and vascular lesions
Device Description
Candela's Dynamic Cooling Device consists of 1) a source of skin refrigerant fluid (HFC 134a), 2) an electronically controlled solenoid delivery valve, and 3) electronic timing circuitry. The Dynamic Cooling Device is connected in line with a laser's triggerswitch system so that activation of the triggerswitch controls the delivery of a pulsed spray of HFC 134a just prior to the delivery of a laser pulse. The pulsed spray of skin refrigerant cools the skin as it evaporates. Thermal injury to non-vascular structures is minimized and pain associated with the laser treatment is reduced.
More Information

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No
The device description focuses on a mechanical and electronic system for delivering a cooling spray, with no mention of AI or ML components for decision-making, analysis, or control beyond simple timing circuitry.

No
The device is used for cooling the skin prior to laser treatment, reducing pain, and minimizing side effects, but it does not directly treat a disease or condition itself. It is an accessory to a laser treatment.

No
The device is described as cooling the skin prior to and during laser treatment, reducing pain and potential side effects, and allowing for higher laser fluences, none of which involve diagnosing a medical condition. Its function is entirely therapeutic and supportive of laser treatments.

No

The device description explicitly details hardware components including a source of refrigerant fluid, an electronically controlled solenoid delivery valve, and electronic timing circuitry.

No, this device is not an IVD (In Vitro Diagnostic).

Here's why:

  • IVD Definition: In Vitro Diagnostics are devices used to examine specimens taken from the human body (like blood, urine, or tissue) to provide information for diagnosis, monitoring, or screening.
  • Device Function: The Candela Dynamic Cooling Device directly interacts with the patient's skin during a laser treatment. It cools the skin externally.
  • Intended Use: The intended uses listed are all related to improving the comfort and effectiveness of a laser treatment performed on the patient, not analyzing a sample from the patient.

Therefore, based on the provided information, the Candela Dynamic Cooling Device is a therapeutic or procedural accessory device, not an In Vitro Diagnostic.

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Intended Use / Indications for Use

The intended use of the Candela Dynamic Cooling Device is:

  • (1) cooling of the skin prior to laser treatment
  • (2) reduction of pain during laser treatment
  • (3) allows for use of higher laser flucaccs for laser treatments, such as for hair removal and vascular lesions
  • (4) reduces potential side effects of laser treatments, such as for hair removal and vascular lesions

Product codes

GEX

Device Description

Candela’s Dynamic Cooling Device consists of 1) a source of skin refrigerant fluid (HFC 1348), 2) an electronically controlled soleasid delivery valve, and 3) electronic timing circuity. The Dynamic Cooling Device is connected in line with a laser’s triggerswitch system so that activation of the triggerswitch controls the delivery of a pulsed spray of HFC 134a just prior to the delivery of a laser pulse. The pulsed spray of skin refrigerant cools the skin as it evaporates. Thermal injury to non-vascular structures is minimized and pain associated with the laser treatment is reduced.

Mentions image processing

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Mentions AI, DNN, or ML

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Input Imaging Modality

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Anatomical Site

Skin

Indicated Patient Age Range

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Intended User / Care Setting

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Description of the training set, sample size, data source, and annotation protocol

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Description of the test set, sample size, data source, and annotation protocol

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Summary of Performance Studies (study type, sample size, AUC, MRMC, standalone performance, key results)

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Key Metrics (Sensitivity, Specificity, PPV, NPV, etc.)

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Predicate Device(s)

K951033, K972347

Reference Device(s)

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Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP) - All Relevant Information

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§ 878.4810 Laser surgical instrument for use in general and plastic surgery and in dermatology.

(a)
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.
(b)
Classification. (1) Class II.(2) Class I for special laser gas mixtures used as a lasing medium for this class of lasers. The devices subject to this paragraph (b)(2) are exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter, subject to the limitations in § 878.9.

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510(k) Summary

General Information:

This 510(k) is to provide notification of substantial equivalence for the Candela Dynamic Cooling Device, which is substantially equivalent to previously marketed devices intended for cooling of the skin and roduction of pain during laser treatment (K951033) and for protecting the dermis from themal injury, which reduces possible side effects such as scabbing, scarring, and hyperpigmentation (K972347) and allows for the utilization of higher laser fluences for laser treatment,

Submitted by:Candela Corporation
530 Boston Post Road
Wayland, MA 01778-1886
Contact Person:Joan M. Clifford
Date prepared:May 19, 2000
Classification:Class II (21 CFR § 878.4810 Laser Surgical Instrument for use in
General and Plastic Surgery and in Dermatology)
Trade Name:Candela Dynamic Cooling Device
Common Name:Skin Refrigerant
Predicate Devices:Candela Dynamic Cooling Device cleared under 510(k) K951033 and
the Epidermal Chiller tip accessory to Coherent, Inc.'s Versanulse
Aesthetic Surgical Laser cleared under 510(k) K972347

Description:

Candela's Dynamic Cooling Device consists of 1) a source of skin refrigerant fluid (HFC 1348), 2) an electronically controlled soleasid delivery valve, and 3) electronic timing circuity. The Dynamic Cooling Device is connected in line with a laser's triggerswitch system so that activation of the triggerswitch controls the delivery of a pulsed spray of HFC 134a just prior to the delivery of a laser pulse. The pulsed spray of skin refrigerant cools the skin as it evaporates. Thermal injury to non-vascular structures is minimized and pain associated with the laser treatment is reduced.

The intended use of the Candela Dynamic Cooling Device is to minimize injury to the skin structures during laser therapy of vascular lesions and hair removal, to reduce pain associated with laser treatment, to allow for use of higher laser fivences and to reduce potential side offects of laser treatments, such as hair removal and vascular lesions.

Summary of Substantial Equivalence:

The Candela Dynamic Cooling Device for the use of higher laser fluences and reduction of potential side effects of laser treatments is substantially equivalent to the Candela Dynamic Cooling Device which has been previously cleared for cooling of the skin prior to and reduction of pain during laser treatment. (K951033). Operating principles materials, design, construction, methods of assembly and other intended uses are the same as those for the predicate device. With respect to indications for use, Candela's Dynamic Cooling device is also substantially equivalent to Coherent Inc.'s Epidermal Chiller tip accessory (K972347).

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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850

AUG 1 8 2000

K001589

Ms. Joan M. Clifford Clinical Research Manager Candela Corporation 530 Boston Post Road Wayland, Massachusetts 01778

Re:

Trade Name: Candela Dynamic Cooling Device Regulatory Class: II Product Code: GEX Dated: May 19, 2000 Received: May 23, 2000

Dear Ms. Clifford:

We have reviewed your Section 510(k) notification of intent to market the device referenced above and we have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to 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). 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 iff (Premarket Approval), 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 895. A substantially equivalent determination assumes compliance with the current Good Manufacturing Practice requirement, as set forth in the Quality System Regulation (QS) for Medical Devices: General regulation (21 CFR Part 820) and that, through periodic (QS) inspections, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will verify such assumptions. Failure to comply with the GMP regulation may result in regulatory action. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register. Please note: this response to your premarket notification submission does not affect any obligation you might have under sections 531 through 542 of the Act for devices under the Electronic Product Radiation Control provisions, or other Federal laws or regulations.

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This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your 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 809.10 for in vitro diagnostic devices), please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4595. 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" (21 CFR 807.97). Other general information on your responsibilities under the Act may be obtained from the Division of Small Manufacturers Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 443-6597 or at its internet address "http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsmamain.html".

Sincerely yours,

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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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510(k) Number (if known):

Candela Dynamic Cooling Device Device Name:

Indications for Use:

The intended use of the Candela Dynamic Cooling Device is:

  • (1) cooling of the skin prior to laser treatment
  • (2) reduction of pain during laser treatment
  • (3) allows for use of higher laser flucaccs for laser treatments, such as for hair removal and vascular lesions
  • (4) reduces potential side effects of laser treatments, such as for hair removal and vascular lesions

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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)

Prescription Use
(Per 21 CFR 801.109)

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Over-The Counter Use _

(Optional format 1-2-96)

Dumas R. Jochner.

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