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To detect and image the distribution of high-energy photons from an administered positron-emitting radioactive agent (radionuclides) in the human body, specifically cardiac imaging. The Ultra-High Energy General Purpose Collimator (UHGP) will be used on the dual detector Forte Gamma Camera (K982911) and on the dual detector Vertex Gamma Camera (K922080).
The Ultra-High Energy General Purpose Collimator (UHGP) is an optional device for the Forte™ and Vertex™ gamma camera systems, similar to conventional low energy collimators. It was developed to collimate the gamma rays emitted perpendicularly from a patient to a gamma ray detector, so that a proper image can be formed. This design concept is essentially the same as other conventional lower energy collimators used in Nuclear Medicine clinics, except that the current device is intended for ultra-high energy (511 keV) radiopharmaceuticals. Hence, the focus of the design elements are 1) proper hole size and thickness to provide proper spatial resolution and sensitivity for clinical use and 2) a proper mechanical mechanism to ensure safety. The UHGP collimator consists of three major components: the collimation core, collimator frame, and collimator cover. The weight of this collimator is 300 pounds. The collimator core is made of lead. The hole size, the septal length, and septal thickness are 2.7, 60 and 2.3 mm, respectively. The collimator frame is used to support the core and connect to the detector buckets. For the Forte and Vertex systems, the frame and core size are the same as shown by the specification for the imaging Field of View (FOV). The collimator cover is used to prevent direct patient contact with the lead core. More importantly, it has a collision sensor to prevent any unexpected detector motion resulting in collimator contact with patient, including un-intended detector radius move-in by operators.
The provided text describes the acceptance criteria and the study for the Ultra-High Energy General Purpose Collimator (UHGP).
1. Table of Acceptance Criteria and Reported Device Performance
The acceptance criteria for the UHGP collimator are primarily its performance characteristics in comparison to a predicate device (Picker UHE collimator) and NEMA NU1 standards. The critical performance metrics are resolution and sensitivity.
| Specification | Acceptance Criteria (Predicate Device K963406) | Reported Device Performance (UHGP Collimator) |
|---|---|---|
| Intrinsic Resolution | 3.9 | ≤3.5 |
| Planar Resolution (0 cm) | 7.01 mm | ≤6.0 mm |
| Planar Resolution (5 cm) | 10.65 mm | ≤8.0 mm |
| Planar Resolution (10 cm) | 14.53 mm | ≤10.0 mm |
| Planar Resolution (15 cm) | 18.50 mm | ≤14.5 mm |
| Planar Resolution (20 cm) | 22.51 mm | ≤17.0 mm |
| Sensitivity (511keV) | 435 cpm/μCi | <174 cpm/μCi |
| Septal Penetration | 3.5% | 4.6% |
| Mechanical Safety Parameters (Collision Sensor) | N/A (implied safe operation for predicate) | Halts camera motion at 2-2.75 psi pressure |
| Mechanical Safety Parameters (Latching Mechanism) | Software control (predicate) | Fail-safe latching mechanism, software control |
Note on Sensitivity: While the reported sensitivity of the UHGP (<174 cpm/μCi) is lower than the predicate (435 cpm/μCi), the document states that this is due to better resolution and is "very comparable to the low energy collimators," thus deemed adequate. This suggests that while numerically lower, it met an internal adequacy criterion for clinical use.
2. Sample Size Used for the Test Set and Data Provenance
The document does not explicitly state a numerical sample size for a "test set" in terms of patient data or a specific number of imaging cases. The performance evaluation was primarily based on:
- Physical measurements of the device's characteristics (resolution, sensitivity, septal penetration, mechanical properties).
- Clinical images which "were also examined." (No further details on number or nature of these images).
The data provenance is not specified beyond "clinical images were also examined." It is implied to be laboratory testing and potentially some internal clinical evaluations, but no specific country of origin or whether the clinical images were retrospective or prospective is mentioned.
3. Number of Experts Used to Establish the Ground Truth for the Test Set and Qualifications
This information is not provided in the document. The ground truth for the performance metrics (resolution, sensitivity) was established through objective physical measurements according to NEMA NU1 standards. For the "clinical images," no details on expert interpretation or ground truth establishment are given.
4. Adjudication Method for the Test Set
The document does not describe an adjudication method in the context of expert review of images. The primary evaluation involved physical measurements based on NEMA NU1 standards. Mechanical safety features were also tested (collision sensor, latching).
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
No, an MRMC comparative effectiveness study was not done. This document describes a collimator, which is a physical component of a gamma camera system, not an AI-based diagnostic algorithm. Therefore, the concept of "human readers improve with AI vs without AI assistance" is not applicable here.
6. If a Standalone (i.e. algorithm only without human-in-the loop performance) was done
No, a standalone (algorithm only) performance study was not done. This device is a physical collimator and does not involve an independent algorithm. Its performance is measured as part of the overall imaging system.
7. The Type of Ground Truth Used
The ground truth for the device's performance was established through objective physical measurements and engineering specifications.
- NEMA NU1: Performance Measurements of Scintillation Cameras (1994) standards were used for measuring resolution and sensitivity.
- Engineering specifications and tests were conducted for mechanical safety (e.g., collision sensor activation pressure, latching mechanism).
- For the "clinical images," the type of ground truth used is not specified.
8. The Sample Size for the Training Set
Not applicable. This device is a physical component (collimator), not an AI algorithm. Therefore, there is no "training set" in the context of machine learning.
9. How the Ground Truth for the Training Set Was Established
Not applicable. As indicated above, this device is a physical component, and the concept of a training set and its ground truth establishment does not apply.
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JUN 2 0 2003
510(k) SUMMARY OF SAFETY AND EFFECTIVENESS
General Information
| A. | Submitted By:ADAC Laboratories540 Alder Dr.Milpitas, CA 95035 | Contact: Charlene BrumbaughTel: (408) 468-3619Fax: (408) 468-3050 |
|---|---|---|
| B. | Device Trade Name: | Ultra-High Energy General Purpose Collimator[for cardiac imaging] |
| Models: | Ultra-High Energy General Purpose Collimator(UHGP) | |
| Common Name: | Collimator | |
| Classification Name: | 511 keV Ultra-High Energy Collimator (UHEC) forSPECT (21CFR 892.1200) | |
| Device Class: | 21CFR 892.1200, Class II | |
| Product Code: | 90 KPS | |
| C. | Date prepared: | June 3, 2003 |
| D. | Predicate Device: | UHE Collimator (Option to thePRISM 3000 Gamma Camera System) K963406 |
E. Intended Use:
The Ultra-High Energy General Purpose Collimator (UHGP) is intended to be used to detect and image the distribution of high-energy photons from an administered positron-emitting radioactive agent in the human body, specifically cardiac imaging. The Ultra-High Energy General Purpose Collimator (UHGP) will be used on the dual detector Forte Gamma Camera (K982911) and on the dual detector Vertex Gamma Camera (K922080).
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Device Description: F.
The Ultra-High Energy General Purpose Collimator (UHGP) is an optional device for the Forte™ and Vertex™ gamma camera systems, similar to conventional low energy collimators. It was developed to collimate the gamma rays emitted perpendicularly from a patient to a gamma ray detector, so that a proper image can be formed. This design concept is essentially the same as other conventional lower energy collimators used in Nuclear Medicine clinics, except that the current device is intended for ultra-high energy (511 keV) radiopharmaceuticals. Hence, the focus of the design elements are 1) proper hole size and thickness to provide proper spatial resolution and sensitivity for clinical use and 2) a proper mechanical mechanism to ensure safety.
The UHGP collimator consists of three major components: the collimation core, collimator frame, and collimator cover. The weight of this collimator is 300 pounds. The detailed parameters are shown on the following page in Table 4-1. The collimator core is made of lead. The hole size, the septal length, and septal thickness are 2.7, 60 and 2.3 mm, respectively. The collimator frame is used to support the core and connect to the detector buckets. For the Forte and Vertex systems, the frame and core size are the same as shown by the specification for the imaging Field of View (FOV). See the table below. The collimator cover is used to prevent direct patient contact with the lead core. More importantly, it has a collision sensor to prevent any unexpected detector motion resulting in collimator contact with patient, including un-intended detector radius move-in by operators.
Similar to other conventional low energy collimators, the UHGP collimator can be stored in a standard collimator storage device shipped with the base camera. The collimator storage devices are different for different base cameras (as shown in Figures 3 and 5), but all of the storage designs take the dimensions and mechanical strength of the UHGP into consideration.
The collimator exchange is done either manually as in the case of the Vertex manual camera , or semi-automatically as in case of the Forte camera and the Vertex auto camera. In all cases, the operator needs to activate the preprogrammed exchange motion program. The program will prompt the operator to proceed through the steps necessary for the exchange. In addition, the preprogrammed program will provide pre-cautionary warnings to the operator during the critical steps for safety precaution. These exchange procedures are the same as in the case of conventional collimator exchange.
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The mechanical design of the gantry for the above named camera systems, Forte and Vertex, was reviewed for strength, deflection and motion control. It was deemed that these systems are capable of supporting the weights of collimators specified. A separate risk assessment is provided in Section 9.
The detector bucket in each of the above named cameras has the same design, and the detector bucket in each camera is well shielded against 511 kev. The shielding thickness varies from 0.9" close to the front of PMT tubes to 0.7" close to the back of PMT tubes. This provides enough shielding from both the random activity caused by other patients walking through the hall way and the scatter activity from the patient himself.
The UHGP collimator has two mechanisms to safeguard patients. The first one is the collimator collision sensor. It will halt any camera motion when the collimator surface is subjected to a pressure of 2 - 2.75 psi. The second safeguard is the fail-safe latching mechanism that locks the collimator all the time, unless it is activated intentionally by the operator. There is no additional software development for UHGP collimator itself. The pre-programmed collimator exchange program in the Forte camera and the Vertex camera is the exactly the same program used for the conventional collimator. Additionally, there is no new processing/display software for this collimator. Any processing and display software, which is used for other conventional collimators, can be used by trained medical professionals with their discretion.
G. Comparison to Predicate Device:
Since collimators are very straightforward devices, the key performance index of the devices are the resolution, sensitivity, and mechanical safety. The current device provides a better resolution than the predicate device. This, in turn, will improve the image quality. However, the sensitivity for the current device is lower than the predicate device due to the better resolution. It is 174 cpm/uCi. But, this is very comparable to the low energy collimators. Hence, it is deemed adequate from the sensitivity point of view.
The table on the following page shows the specifications of the Picker UHE - the predicate device - compared to the UHGP. For comparison, a conventional collimator, HEGP - High Energy General Purpose, is also listed in the table. One item to note is the weight of the HEGP: it is heavier than the Picker Predicate Device.
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Comparison To Predicate Device
| Specifications | This application (Current device)UHGP CollimatorFor use on theForte Gamma Cameraand the Vertex GammaCamera | Predicate devicePicker UHE collimatorTriple head cameraK963406 |
|---|---|---|
| intrinsic resolution= | <3.5 | 3.9 |
| Septal length (mm)= | 60 | 77 |
| hole size(mm)= | 2.7 | 5.08 |
| sep. thickness(mm)= | 2.3 | 3.43 |
| Weights/per collimator | 300 lbs | 220 lbs |
| Collimation per camera | 2 | 3 |
| Imaging FOV | 20x15" | 20x15" |
| Latching mechanism | Software control | Software control |
| Bucket shielding | 0.7-0.9" | Unknown |
| Planar Resolution:Distance (cm) | Resolution | Resolution |
| 0 | <=6.0 mm | 7.01 |
| 5 | <=8.0 mm | 10.65 |
| 10 | <=10.0 mm | 14.53 |
| 15 | <=14.5 mm | 18.50 |
| 20 | <=17.0 mm | 22.51 |
| sensitivity(cpm/μCi) - 511keV | <174 | 435 |
| Septal penetration(%) | 4.6 | 3.5 |
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H. System Performance Test:
The Ultra-High Energy General Purpose Collimator (UHGP) performance was measured according to the NEMA NU1: Performance Measurements of Scintillation Cameras (1994). Clinical images were also examined.
In addition, a Verification Test was performed to test the functionality, as well as Risk Assessment and Stress Analysis were performed.
- I. Conclusion:
The Ultra-High Energy General Purpose Collimator (UHGP) [for cardiac imaging] is substantially equivalent to the predicate device based upon similar intended use, technological comparison, and system performance.
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JUN 2 0 2003
ADAC Laboratories % Mr. Morten Christensen Office Coordinator, 510(k) Review Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. 1655 Scott Boulevard SANTA CLARA CA 95050-4169 Re: K031872
Trade/Device Name: Ultra-High Energy General Purpose Collimator (UHGP) [for cardiac imaging] Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.1200 Regulation Name: Emission computed tomography system Regulatory Class: II Product Code: 90 KPS Dated: June 13, 2003 Received: June 17, 2003
Dear Mr. Christensen:
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 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.
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Sincerely yours.
Nancy C. Brogdon
Nancy C. Brogdon Director, Division of Reproductive, Abdominal and Radiological Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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INDICATIONS FOR USE STATEMENT
510(k) NUMBER (IF KNOWN): KC31872
The Ultra-High Energy General Purpose Collimator (UHGP) DEVICE NAME: [for cardiac imaging]
ADAC Laboratories SPONSOR NAME:
Nuclear Medicine Device
Indications For Use:
To detect and image the distribution of high-energy photons from an administered positron-emitting radioactive agent (radionuclides) in the human body, specifically cardiac imaging. The Ultra-High Energy General Purpose Collimator (UHGP) will be used on the dual detector Forte Gamma Camera (K982911) and on the dual detector Vertex Gamma Camera (K922080).
| Technique | Yes | Imaging method | Energy Range (keV) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. | Planar CardiacImaging | X | Positron imagingwithout coincidence | 511 keV emitters |
| B. | SPECT CardiacImaging | X | Positron imagingwithout coincidence | 511 keV emitters |
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Prescription Use (Per 21 CFR 801.109)
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Over-The-Counter-Use (Optional Format 1-2-96)
David R. Seaman
510(k) Numl
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