(349 days)
No
The device description focuses on the optical and mechanical components of a rigid arthroscope and does not mention any software, algorithms, or processing that would indicate the use of AI or ML. The "Mentions image processing", "Mentions AI, DNN, or ML", and descriptions of training/test sets are all marked as "Not Found".
Yes
The device's intended use explicitly states "and/or therapy," indicating its role in therapeutic procedures beyond just examination and diagnosis.
Yes
The 'Intended Use' section explicitly states that arthroscopes are used for "examination, diagnosis, and/or therapy," indicating a diagnostic purpose.
No
The device description clearly details a physical, rigid endoscopic device with lenses, tubes, and light transmission fibers, indicating it is a hardware medical device, not software-only.
Based on the provided information, this device is not an IVD (In Vitro Diagnostic).
Here's why:
- IVD Definition: In Vitro Diagnostic devices are 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 Altomec Arthroscope is a rigid endoscopic device that is introduced into the patient's body to provide a direct internal view of a joint. It is used for examination, diagnosis, and therapy in vivo (within the living body).
- Intended Use: The intended use clearly states it's for viewing the interior of a joint within a patient.
- Device Description: The description details its physical structure and how it's used to visualize internal structures, not to analyze samples taken from the body.
Therefore, the Altomec Arthroscope falls under the category of a surgical endoscope or similar medical device used for direct visualization within the body, not an IVD.
N/A
Intended Use / Indications for Use
Intended Use: Arthroscopes are rigid endoscopic devices introduced into a patient to provide an internal view or image of the interior of a joint for examination, diagnosis, and/or therapy. Arthroscopes are indicated for use in arthroscopic procedures performed in the hip, knee, shoulder, wrist (carpel tunnel syndrome), temporal mandibular joint, ankle, elbow, and feet (plantar fascia release).
Product codes
HRX
Device Description
Altomec Arthroscopes are Non-deflectable rigid endoscopic devices, introduced into a patient to provide an internal view or image of the interior of a joint for examination, diagnosis, and/or therapy. The Altomec Rigid Arthroscope is a long tube containing a series of lenses. At the distal end, an objective lens captures the image of the object. Lens along the rod relay the image. At the proximal end, a proximal coupling lens relays the image to a CCD (Camera). The Altomec Arthroscope has 140mm working length with an outside diameter of 4.0mm. The inner or optical tube that holds the optical system has a diameter of 3.25mm. The Altomec Arthroscope has a 105 degree field of view and 30 degree direction of view. The direction of view enables viewing of different parts.
Operating site is magnified two to five times of its actual size, depending on the distance between the tip of the endoscope and the object that is inspected. Magnified image is viewed on a monitor by connecting device's eyepiece to a video coupler of a camera monitor system. Image size on the monitor also depends on the type of video coupler used with camera system. Image can be recorded in a variety of formats depending on the camera system used.
Light is transmitted through glass fibers running between inner and outer tubes from distal end to the light post. Light transmission is achieved by connecting one end of a light source and other end to the light post of the device. Device has no working channel. Sheaths with locking mechanism identical to predicate device, are used for irrigation.
Mentions image processing
Not Found
Mentions AI, DNN, or ML
Not Found
Input Imaging Modality
Not Found
Anatomical Site
hip, knee, shoulder, wrist (carpel tunnel syndrome), temporal mandibular joint, ankle, elbow, and feet (plantar fascia release)
Indicated Patient Age Range
Not Found
Intended User / Care Setting
Not Found
Description of the training set, sample size, data source, and annotation protocol
Not Found
Description of the test set, sample size, data source, and annotation protocol
Not Found
Summary of Performance Studies (study type, sample size, AUC, MRMC, standalone performance, key results)
Performance Testing: The patient contacting materials are identical to the materials used in the predicated device (Stryker Arthroscope). The Altomec Arthroscopes met all specified design and performance requirements.
Key Metrics (Sensitivity, Specificity, PPV, NPV, etc.)
Not Found
Predicate Device(s)
Reference Device(s)
Not Found
Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP) - All Relevant Information
Not Found
§ 888.1100 Arthroscope.
(a)
Identification. An arthroscope is an electrically powered endoscope intended to make visible the interior of a joint. The arthroscope and accessories also is intended to perform surgery within a joint.(b)
Classification. (1) Class II (performance standards).(2) Class I for the following manual arthroscopic instruments: cannulas, currettes, drill guides, forceps, gouges, graspers, knives, obturators, osteotomes, probes, punches, rasps, retractors, rongeurs, suture passers, suture knotpushers, suture punches, switching rods, and trocars. 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 § 888.9.
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Section 5: 510(k) Summary
August 31. 2011 1. Preparation Date:
- Altomec Endoscopy Inc 2. Submitted by: 3310 Miller Road Kalamazoo, MI 49001 Owner/Operator #: N/A - Not yet marketing the device Small Business SBD118566
Contact Person/Prepared by:
Darren Reeves 510(k) Submitter Phone (866) 393-4954 Fax (866) 393-4954 E-mail: dpdist@bww.com
3. Device Identification:
Altomec Arthroscope Trade Name: Common Name: Arthroscope Classification Name: Arthroscope (21 CFR 888.1100; Product Code HRX)
Stryker Arthroscope (K093677) 4. Predicate Device:
5. Device Description:
Altomec Arthroscopes are Non-deflectable rigid endoscopic devices, introduced into a patient to provide an internal view or image of the interior of a joint for examination, diagnosis, and/or therapy. The Altomec Rigid Arthroscope is a long tube containing a series of lenses. At the distal end, an objective lens captures the image of the object. Lens along the rod relay the image. At the proximal end, a proximal coupling lens relays the image to a CCD (Camera). The Altomec Arthroscope has 140mm working length with an outside diameter of 4.0mm. The inner or optical tube that holds the optical system has a diameter of 3.25mm. The Altomec Arthroscope has a 105 degree field of view and 30 degree direction of view. The direction of view enables viewing of different parts.
Operating site is magnified two to five times of its actual size, depending on the distance between the tip of the endoscope and the object that is inspected. Magnified image is viewed on a monitor by connecting device's eyepiece to a video coupler of a camera monitor system. Image size on the monitor also depends on the type of video coupler used with camera system. Image can be recorded in a variety of formats depending on the camera system used.
Light is transmitted through glass fibers running between inner and outer tubes from distal end to the light post. Light transmission is achieved by connecting one end of a light source and other end to the light post of the device. Device has no working channel. Sheaths with locking mechanism identical to predicate device, are used for irrigation.
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6. Intended Use:
Arthroscopes are rigid endoscopic devices introduced into a patient to provide an internal view or image of the interior of a joint for examination, diagnosis, and/or therapy.
Arthroscopes are indicated for use in arthroscopic procedures performed in the hip, knee, shoulder, wrist (carpel tunnel syndrome), temporal mandibular joint, ankle, elbow, and feet (plantar fascia release).
7. Comparison to Predicate:
a) Technical
| Proposed Device | Predicate Device | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Device | *Altomec Arthroscope | Stryker Arthroscope |
| | Technological | Characteristics
(Design) | Equivalence | Impact on Safety
and
Effectiveness |
|--------------------------------------|-------------------|-----------------------------|-------------|------------------------------------------|
| Field of View
(FOV) | 105 | 105 | Same | N/A |
| Degrees Direction
of View Degrees | 30 | 30 | Same | N/A |
| Outer Diameter | 4mm | 4mm | Same | N/A |
| Working Length | 140mm | 140mm | Same | N/A |
| Single use Or
Reusable | Reusable | Reusable | Same | Equivalent |
| Light Guide End
Adapter | Storz and Olympus | Storz and Olympus | Same | N/A |
Technological Characteristics: The Altomec Arthroscopes are substantially equivalent in construction and materials to the predicate Stryker Arthroscopes.
b) Materials
| Proposed Device | Predicate | |
|---|---|---|
| Parts/materials | *Altomec | |
| Arthroscope | Stryker | |
| Arthroscope | ||
| Optical system | High quality optical glass | High quality optical glass |
| Outer tube | Medical grade Stainless Steel | Medical grade Stainless Steel |
| Inner (optical) tube | Medical grade Stainless Steel | Medical grade Stainless Steel |
| Spacers | Medical grade Stainless Steel | Medical grade Stainless Steel |
| Fiber Optic bundle(Light fibers) | Glass | Glass |
| Light cone | Glass | Glass |
| Recessed cover glass (window) | Soldered glass made from sapphires | N/A |
| Eyepiece | Ultem® (Polyetherimide) | N/A |
| Mechanical parts: | ||
| Body, Light post, fiber guide and | ||
| Ocular holder. | Machined on CNC/lathes using | |
| medical grade stainless steel | Machined on CNC/lathes using | |
| medical grade stainless steel | ||
| Adhesive | EPO-TEK®353ND (technical data | |
| sheet attached): Used for potting | ||
| fiber optic bundle, light cone and | ||
| fiber guide | N/A | |
| Finished Silver Solder: Part Number | ||
| SBSK. Composition 3.4-3.8% | ||
| Silver. Remainder Tin. | Used for soldering Soldered Glass | |
| made from Sapphires. | N/A |
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8. Similarities/ Differences of the proposed device when compared to the predicate:
Performance Testing: The patient contacting materials are identical to the materials used in the predicated device (Stryker Arthroscope). The Altomec Arthroscopes met all specified design and performance requirements.
Predicate Devices: The Altomec Arthroscopes are substantially equivalent in terms of safety and effectiveness to the currently marketed device, Stryker Arthroscopes.
Substantial Equivalence: The technological differences between the Altomec Arthroscope and Stryker Arthroscopes do not raise new questions of safety or effectiveness. Therefore the Altomec Arthroscopes are substantially equivalent to the previously cleared Stryker Arthroscope. Refer to Section 7.0 for a detailed comparison.
The data within this submission demonstrates that there are no significant differences between the application device and the predicate, indicating that the application device is safe, effective and substantially equivalent for marketing in the U.S.
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Room -WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
Altomec Endoscopy, Incorporated % DP Distribution & Consulting, LLC Mr. Darren Reeves Consultant 7305 Hancock Village Drive, Suite 109 Chesterfield, VA 23832
Re: K112548
Trade/Device Name: Altomec Arthroscope Regulation Number: 21 CFR 888.1100 Regulation Name: Arthroscope Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: HRX Dated: August 9, 2012 Received: August 9, 2012
Dear Mr. Reeves:
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. 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 requirements, including, but not limited to: registration and listing (21 CFR Part 807); labeling (21 CFR Part 801); medical device reporting (reporting of medical
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device-related adverse events) (21 CFR 803); 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.
If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801), please go to http://www.fda.gov/AboutFDA/CentersOffices/CDRH/CDRHOffices/ucm115809.htm for the Center for Devices and Radiological Health's (CDRH's) Office of Compliance. Also, please note the regulation entitled. "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803), please go to
http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Safety/ReportaProblem/default.htm for the CDRH's Office of Surveillance and Biometrics/Division of Postmarket Surveillance.
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 (301) 796-7100 or at its Internet address
http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Resourcesfor You/Industry/default.htm.
Sincerely yours,
y yours,
Mark N. Melkerson Director Division of Surgical, Orthopedic and Restorative 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): __ K112548
Device Name: Arthroscope
Indications for Use:
Intended Use: Arthroscopes are rigid endoscopic devices introduced into a patient to provide an internal view or image of the interior of a joint for examination, diagnosis, and/or therapy. Arthroscopes are indicated for use in arthroscopic procedures performed in the hip, knee, shoulder, wrist (carpel tunnel syndrome), temporal mandibular joint, ankle, elbow, and feet (plantar fascia release).
Prescription Use X (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
AND/OR
Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)
(Division Sign-Off)
Division of Surgical, Orthopedic,
and Restorative Devices
510(k) Number K112548