(276 days)
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No
The description focuses on image viewing, manual segmentation, annotation, and report generation based on user input and a predefined lexicon (ABCFL). There is no mention of automated analysis, pattern recognition, or learning algorithms that are characteristic of AI/ML.
No
The device is a computer-aided image viewing and report generating tool that assists radiologists in image analysis and report assembly, but it does not directly treat or diagnose a disease. It explicitly states that patient management decisions should not be based solely on its forms and that its displayed images must not be used for primary diagnostic interpretation.
No
The "Intended Use / Indications for Use" section explicitly states, "The ultrasound images displayed by BRC must not be used for primary diagnostic interpretation," and "Paticnt management decisions should not be based solely on forms generated by BRC." Instead, it is a "computer-aided image viewing and report generating tool designed to assist radiologists in the analysis of ultrasound images."
Yes
The device description and intended use clearly define the device as a "computer-aided image viewing and report generating tool" that operates by making a lexicon available in electronic format and processing user inputs and images. There is no mention of any accompanying hardware components that are part of the device itself.
Based on the provided information, this device is not an IVD (In Vitro Diagnostic).
Here's why:
- IVD Definition: In vitro diagnostics are tests performed on samples taken from the human body, such as blood, urine, or tissue, to detect diseases, conditions, or infections.
- Device Function: The BI-RADS Companion™ is a software tool that assists radiologists in interpreting medical images (ultrasound). It processes and presents information derived from these images, not from biological samples.
- Intended Use: The intended use clearly states it's a "computer-aided image viewing and report generating tool designed to assist radiologists in the analysis of ultrasound images of breast masses." This is focused on image interpretation, not laboratory testing of biological samples.
Therefore, while it's a medical device used in the diagnostic process, it falls under the category of medical imaging software rather than an in vitro diagnostic device.
N/A
Intended Use / Indications for Use
BI-RADS Companion™ ("BRC") is a computer-aided image viewing and report generating tool designed to assist radiologists in the analysis of ultrasound images of breast masses by making the ACR "BI-RADS Classification Form and Lexicon® ("ABCFL") available in electronic format. The user can view any selected image from a case and segment the background by applying a user selected threshold or outlining the lesion manually with a cursor.
The user can annotate, tag, measure, and record selected views. Under user control and review, the software electronically assembles reports from inputs selected by the user from the ultrasound ABCFL during the image interpretation process. The assembled report complies with the ABCFL for ultrasound. The output may be viewed and sent to electronic storage media, or standard film or paper printers or other document manipulation programs such as Adobe or Microsoft.
When used by a skilled radiologist, this device provides information that may be useful in image interpretation. Patient management decisions should not be based solely on forms generated by BRC.
The ultrasound images displayed by BRC must not be used for primary diagnostic interpretation.
Product codes (comma separated list FDA assigned to the subject device)
LLZ
Device Description
BI-RADS Companion™ ("BRC") is a computer-aided image viewing and report generating tool designed to assist radiologists in the analysis of ultrasound images of breast masses by making the ACR "BI-RADS Classification Form and Lexicon® ("ABCFL") available in electronic format. The user can view any selected image from a case and segment the background by applying a user selected threshold or outlining the lesion manually with a cursor.
The user can annotate, tag, measure, and record selected views. Under user control and review, the software electronically assembles reports from inputs selected by the ultrasound ABCFL during the image interpretation process. The assembled report complies with the ABCFL for ultrasound. The output may be viewed and sent to electronic storage media, or standard film or paper printers or other document manipulation programs such as Adobe or Microsoft.
Mentions image processing
Yes
Mentions AI, DNN, or ML
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Input Imaging Modality
ultrasound images
Anatomical Site
breast masses
Indicated Patient Age Range
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Intended User / Care Setting
skilled radiologist
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): If the device was cleared using the 510(k) pathway, identify the Predicate Device(s) K/DEN number used to claim substantial equivalence and list them here in a comma separated list exactly as they appear in the text. List the primary predicate first in the list.
Reference Device(s): Identify the Reference Device(s) K/DEN number and list them here in a comma separated list exactly as they appear in the text.
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Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP) - All Relevant Information for the subject device only (e.g. presence / absence, what scope was granted / cleared under the PCCP, any restrictions, etc).
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§ 892.2050 Medical image management and processing system.
(a)
Identification. A medical image management and processing system is a device that provides one or more capabilities relating to the review and digital processing of medical images for the purposes of interpretation by a trained practitioner of disease detection, diagnosis, or patient management. The software components may provide advanced or complex image processing functions for image manipulation, enhancement, or quantification that are intended for use in the interpretation and analysis of medical images. Advanced image manipulation functions may include image segmentation, multimodality image registration, or 3D visualization. Complex quantitative functions may include semi-automated measurements or time-series measurements.(b)
Classification. Class II (special controls; voluntary standards—Digital Imaging and Communications in Medicine (DICOM) Std., Joint Photographic Experts Group (JPEG) Std., Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers (SMPTE) Test Pattern).
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MAY 1 6 2008
510(k) Summary of Safety and Effectiveness As required by 807.92 for BI-RADS Companion Prepared on August 7, 2007 Revised October 31, 2007, January 29, 2008, April 18, 2008, May 16, 2008
Submitted by: Almen Laboratories, Inc. 1672 Gil Way Vista, CA 92084
Fax: 760-806-7577 Tel. 760-806-0040
Contact Person: Roger H. Schneider 6319 Massachusetts Avenue Bethesda, MD 20816-1139
Fax: 301-229-8485 Tel. 301-229-8442
Device Trade Name: BI-RADS Companion
Common Name: Medical Image Processing System
Classification: Class II, 21 CFR 892.2050 PACS
B-CAD System, Version 1.0 (K050846) Predicate Device:
MEDIPATTERN CORPORATION Manufactured by: 2300 Sheppard Avenue West Suite 204. Toronto, Ontario M9M 3 A4
Indications for Use
BI-RADS Companion™ ("BRC") is a computer-aided image viewing and report generating tool designed to assist radiologists in the analysis of ultrasound images of breast masses by making the ACR "BI-RADS Classification Form and Lexicon® ("ABCFL") available in electronic format. The user can view any selected image from a case and segment the background by applying a user selected threshold or outlining the lesion manually with a cursor.
The user can annotate, tag, measure, and record selected views. Under user control and review, the software electronically assembles reports from inputs selected by the user from the ultrasound ABCFL during the image interpretation process. The assembled report complies with the ABCFL for ultrasound. The output may be viewed and sent to electronic storage media, or standard film or paper printers or other document manipulation programs such as Adobe or Microsoft.
When used by a skilled radiologist, this device provides information that may be useful in image interpretation. Paticnt management decisions should not be based solely on forms generated by BRC.
The ultrasound images displayed by BRC must not be used for primary diagnostic interpretation.
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Description of the Device:
BI-RADS Companion™ ("BRC") is a computer-aided image viewing and report generating tool designed to assist radiologists in the analysis of ultrasound images of breast masses by making the ACR "BI-RADS Classification Form and Lexicon® ("ABCFL") available in electronic format. The user can view any selected image from a case and segment the background by applying a user selected threshold or outlining the lesion manually with a cursor.
The user can annotate, tag, measure, and record selected views. Under user control and review, the software electronically assembles reports from inputs selected by the ultrasound ABCFL during the image interpretation process. The assembled report complies with the ABCFL for ultrasound. The output may be viewed and sent to electronic storage media, or standard film or paper printers or other document manipulation programs such as Adobe or Microsoft.
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Substantial Equivalence to Predicate Device: BI-RADS Companion is substantially equivalent to: B-CAD System, Version 1.0. (K050846)
The following table is a comparison of the functions of the device.
| | Function | BI-RADS
Companion,
Version 1.0
(K072258) | B-CAD
System,
Version
1.0.
(K050846) |
|----|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------|
| 1 | Intended as aide to radiologists' reviewing of images of
masses in the human female breast | yes | yes |
| 3 | Windows 2000/XP based DICOM File Set Reader (FSR)
compatible platform may be installed on a PC, Notebook or
Workstation with HL7 compatibility | yes | yes |
| 4 | User interface designed to follow typical clinical workflow
patterns to process, review and analyze digital images | yes | yes |
| 5 | User may annotate, tag, calibrate, measure and
automatically record selected views | yes | yes |
| 6 | Automatically generates reports with user annotations
during image analysis process. Allows saving custom
annotations of images of confirmed cases to be used for
future reference and education | yes | yes |
| 7 | Annotations is based on ACR ABCFL Breast Imaging Atlas | yes | yes |
| 8 | Report format supports compliance with ACR ABCFL | yes | yes |
| 9 | Outputs may be viewed and sent to standard film or paper
printers or sent electronically to intranet web server or
other HL7 compliant media format | yes | yes |
| 10 | Display multiple and full study views | yes | yes |
| 11 | Radiologist's BI-RADS assessment based on visual
impressions of the user ABCFL | yes | yes |
The intended use, design, function, and performance characteristics for BRC are substantially equivalent to the predicate device listed above. It is the opinion of Almen Laboratories, Inc., that BRC raises no new issues of safety and effectiveness compared to these predicate devices.
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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES
Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850
ALMEN LABORATORIES, Inc. % Mr. Roger Schneider Consultant Medical & Radiation Technology 6319 Massachusetts Avenue BETHESDA MD 20816
MAY 1 6 2008
Re: K072258
Trade/Device Name: BI-RADS Companion Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.2050 Regulation Name: Picture archiving and communications system Regulatory Class: II Product Code: LLZ Dated: March 20, 2008 Received: March 21, 2008
Dear Mr. Schneider:
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. Ilsting 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.
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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 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.
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.
If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801), please contact the Center for Devices and Radiological Health's (CDRH's) Office of Compliance at one of the following numbers, based on the regulation number at the top of this letter.
| 21 CFR 876.xxxx | (Gastroenterology/Renal/Urology) | 240-276-0115 |
|---|---|---|
| 21 CFR 884.xxxx | (Obstetrics/Gynecology) | 240-276-0115 |
| 21 CFR 892.xxxx | (Radiology) | 240-276-0120 |
| Other | 240-276-0100 |
Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). For questions regarding postmarket surveillance, please contact CDRH's Office of Surveillance and Biometric's (OSB's) Division of Postmarket Surveillance at 240-276-3474. For questions regarding the reporting of device adverse events (Medical Device Reporting (MDR)), please contact the Division of Surveillance Systems at 240-276-3464. You may obtain other general information on your responsibilities under the Act from the Division of Small Manufacturers, International and Consumer Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (240) 276-3150 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/industry/support/index.html.
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
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Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known): K072258
Device Name: BI-RADS Companion
Indications For Use:
BI-RADS Companion™ ("BRC") is a computer-aided image viewing and report generating tool designed to assist radiologists in the analysis of ultrasound images of breast masses by making the ACR "BI-RADS Classification Form and Lexicon®" ("ABCFL") available in electronic format. The user can view any selected image from a case and segment the lesion from the background by applying a user selected threshold or outlining the lesion manually with a cursor.
The user can annotate, tag, measure, and record selected views. Under user control and review, the software electronically assembles reports from inputs selected by the user from the ultrasound ABCFL during the image interpretation process. The assembled report complies with the ABCFL for ultrasound. The output may be viewed and sent to electronic storage media, or standard film or paper printers or other document manipulation programs such as Adobe or Microsoft.
When used by a skilled radiologist, this device provides information that may be useful in image interpretation. Patient management decisions should not be based solely on forms generated by BRC.
The ultrasound images displayed by BRC must not be used for primary diagnostic interpretation.
Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
AND/OR
Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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