K Number
K121249
Device Name
MULTIARRAY KIT
Manufacturer
Date Cleared
2012-06-12

(48 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
892.1000
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP Authorized
Intended Use
The intended use of the Performance package is to enable the permanent magnet based MRI systems designed by Paramed (MrJ and MrJ Inspire) to perform MR scan of the following districts: C-Spine one dedicated coil (code 01-2023), L-Spine two sizes of dedicated coils (codes 01-2021 and 01-2022), all other joints using a linear single channel coil named MP wrap (code 01-2024) which is not aimed to specific districts but can fit most joints (such as, for instance, knee, foot, ankle, elbow, wrist, hand ... ). The Performance package inherits the same limitations of the System to which it is applied which is: only joint pathologies ( no tumor, no angiography). The Performance package enables the MRI System to which it is applied to acquire images of the districts being diagnosed in transverse, sagittal, coronal and oblique cross-sectional directions. The images which are produced correspond to spatial distribution of protons (hydrogen nuclei) that check the magnetic resonance properties and depend upon MR parameters (spin-lattice relaxation time (T1), spin-spin relaxation time (T2), nuclei density, flow velocity and chemical shift). If interpreted by a medical expert, these images can provide diagnostically useful information.
Device Description
The Performance Package for MrJ series (MrJ and MRJ Inpsire) permanent magnet based MRI tomographs is a set of receiving coils intended to increase patient comfort while performing the same district examinations already performed by previously marketed receiving coils. The two here proposed Kits differ only for what regards the connector to the magnet which for MrJ is flat and for MrJ Inspire it is round. The components of the Performance Package (for MrJ and MRJ Inpsire) are the following: C-Spine dedicated coil, L-Spine dedicated coils (Small size and Large size), MP_wrap multipurpose coil. The Proposed coils are receive coils. The images produced by the device, when Performance Package is employed reflect the spatial distribution of protons (hydrogen nuclei) exhibiting magnetic resonance. The MR parameters that determine image appearance are proton density, spin-lattice relaxation time (T1), spin-spin relaxation time (T2), chemical shift and flow velocity. When interpreted by a trained physician, these images can yield information that can be useful in the determination of a diagnosis.
More Information

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No
The summary describes receiving coils for an MRI system and focuses on image acquisition and quality metrics like SNR. There is no mention of AI or ML being used for image processing, analysis, or any other function of the device.

No
The device is described as a set of receiving coils for MRI systems, designed to acquire images that, when interpreted by a medical expert, can provide diagnostically useful information. Its function is to produce images for diagnosis, not to provide therapy or treatment.

Yes
The device is described as enabling an MRI system to acquire images that, when interpreted by a medical expert or trained physician, can "provide diagnostically useful information" and "yield information that can be useful in the determination of a diagnosis." This explicitly indicates its role in the diagnostic process.

No

The device description explicitly states that the "Performance Package" is a "set of receiving coils," which are hardware components used in MRI systems. The summary focuses on the physical coils and their performance characteristics, not on software functionality.

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

Here's why:

  • IVD Definition: In Vitro Diagnostics are medical devices used to examine specimens taken from the human body (like blood, urine, tissue) to provide information for diagnosis, monitoring, or screening.
  • Device Function: The described device is a set of receiving coils for an MRI system. Its function is to acquire images of anatomical structures within the body using magnetic resonance. It does not analyze specimens taken from the body.
  • Intended Use: The intended use is to enable MRI systems to perform scans of specific anatomical districts and produce images for interpretation by a medical expert. This is an in vivo (within the living body) diagnostic process, not in vitro.

The device is clearly an accessory for an MRI system, which is an in vivo imaging modality.

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Intended Use / Indications for Use

The intended use of the Performance package is to enable the permanent magnet based MRI systems designed by Paramed (MrJ and MrJ Inspire) to perform MR scan of the following districts: C-Spine one dedicated coil (code 01-2023), L-Spine two sizes of dedicated coils (codes 01-2021 and 01-2022), all other joints using a linear single channel coil named MP wrap (code 01-2024) which is not aimed to specific districts but can fit most joints (such as, for instance, knee, foot, ankle, elbow, wrist, hand ... ). The Performance package inherits the same limitations of the System to which it is applied which is: only joint pathologies ( no tumor, no angiography). The Performance package enables the MRI System to which it is applied to acquire images of the districts being diagnosed in transverse, sagittal, coronal and oblique cross-sectional directions. The images which are produced correspond to spatial distribution of protons (hydrogen nuclei) that check the magnetic resonance properties and depend upon MR parameters (spin-lattice relaxation time (TI), spin-spin relaxation time (T2), nuclei density, flow velocity and chemical shift). If interpreted by a medical expert, these images can provide diagnostically useful information.

Product codes

90MOS

Device Description

The Performance Package for MrJ series (MrJ and MRJ Inpsire) permanent magnet based MRI tomographs is a set of receiving coils intended to increase patient comfort while performing the same district examinations already performed by previously marketed receiving coils.

The two here proposed Kits differ only for what regards the connector to the magnet which for MrJ is flat and for MrJ Inspire it is round.

The components of the Performance Package (for MrJ and MRJ Inpsire) are the following:

  • C-Spine dedicated coil (code 01-2023-00 if suitable for MrJ MRI and 01-2023-0 01 if suitable for MrJ Inspire MRI),
  • L-Spine dedicated coils (codes 01-2021-00 Small size; this model is suitable for MrJ MRI and 01-2022-01 Large size suitable for MrJ Inspire MRI),
  • MP_wrap multipurpose coil (code 01-2024-00 suitable for MrJ MRJ and 01-2024-01 suitable for MrJ Inspire MRI); this coil can be employed as a back-up coil to fit most joints (such as, for instance but not limited to: knee, foot, ankle, elbow, wrist, hand ... ).

The Proposed coils are receive coils.
The images produced by the device, when Performance Package is employed reflect the spatial distribution of protons (hydrogen nuclei) exhibiting magnetic resonance.
The MR parameters that determine image appearance are proton density, spin-lattice relaxation time (TI), spin-spin relaxation time (T2), chemical shift and flow velocity. When interpreted by a trained physician, these images can yield information that can be useful in the determination of a diagnosis.
The coils composing the system have been designed by outsourced qualified companies which then produce also part of the components. The suppliers have been selected and are controlled under Paramed's quality management system's procedures. The companies to which design and manufacturing of the receiving coils are being delegated are ISO 13485 certified. The design and manufacturing facilities supply the same or very similar components to other major MRI manufacturers which products are on the employed for the same purposes since many years.

Mentions image processing

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Mentions AI, DNN, or ML

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Input Imaging Modality

Magnetic resonance diagnostic system

Anatomical Site

C-Spine, L-Spine (lumbar spine), Knee, Foot, Ankle, Elbow, Wrist, Hand (most joints)

Indicated Patient Age Range

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Intended User / Care Setting

Trained physician / Not specified, implied clinical setting

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)

Internal Laboratory testing and test images performed on phantoms and healthy volunteers. The Multiaray Kit of receiving coils is stated to be at least as safe and effective as the predicate devices with increased ergonomic performance, as demonstrated by acceptable SNR and image quality (phantom and volunteer). No clinical study was deemed necessary as components are well known in clinical practice and no innovation beyond ergonomics and supplier changes was introduced.

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

Signal/Noise (S/N) values according to NEMA procedures for each coil model:
01-2021-00: ≥ 16.5 (measured 18.68, accepted at final inspection 31)
01-2022-00: ≥ 13.5 (measured 15.43, accepted at final inspection 26)
01-2023-00: ≥ 17 (measured 18.14, accepted at final inspection 40)
01-2024-00: ≥ 21 (measured 22.15, accepted at final inspection 50)
The values accepted at final inspection are derived from those obtained according to NEMA procedure with scaling factors applied to take into account different sequence and different FOV.

Predicate Device(s)

K033507, K080098, K100164

Reference Device(s)

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Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP) - All Relevant Information

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§ 892.1000 Magnetic resonance diagnostic device.

(a)
Identification. A magnetic resonance diagnostic device is intended for general diagnostic use to present images which reflect the spatial distribution and/or magnetic resonance spectra which reflect frequency and distribution of nuclei exhibiting nuclear magnetic resonance. Other physical parameters derived from the images and/or spectra may also be produced. The device includes hydrogen-1 (proton) imaging, sodium-23 imaging, hydrogen-1 spectroscopy, phosphorus-31 spectroscopy, and chemical shift imaging (preserving simultaneous frequency and spatial information).(b)
Classification. Class II (special controls). A magnetic resonance imaging disposable kit intended for use with a magnetic resonance diagnostic device only is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 892.9.

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Special 510(K) Summary

Date, 2012/05/17

The following Special 510(k) summary has been prepared pursuant to requirements specified in 21 CFR 807.92(c).

Manufacturer Information

Manufacturer

Establishment Reg. #

Paramed Srl Corso Perrone 73R 16152 Genova, Italy 3004994584

807.92(a)(1)

Submitter Information

Correspondent:

Contact Person

Richard Olson, Correspondent USA Paramed Medical Systems, Inc 6204 W. Oakton Street Morton Grove, IL 60053 Toll Free: 1 866 840-7565 T 1 847 470-0580 F 1 847 470-0612 Luisella De Benedetti Paramed S.r.l. Corso F.M. Perrone 73R 16152 Genova +39 010 6489 358 luisella.debenedetti@paramed.it

807.92(a)(2)

Trade Name:

Common Name:

Classification Name(s):

Performance Package 01-4647-00 for MrJ System Performance Package 01-4647-01 for MrJ Inspire System Accessory for Magnetic resonance diagnostic system System, Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Imaging 21 CFR 892.1000, class II 90MOS

Classification and class of device:

Classification Number:

K12124

JUN 1 .4 . 2012

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807.92(a)(3)

Predicate Devices

ParamedMrJK033507
ParamedMrJ ExtendedK080098
ParamedMRJ InspireK100164

807.92(a)(4)

Description of the device that is the subject of the premarket notification submission

The Performance Package for MrJ series (MrJ and MRJ Inpsire) permanent magnet based MRI tomographs is a set of receiving coils intended to increase patient comfort while performing the same district examinations already performed by previously marketed receiving coils.

The two here proposed Kits differ only for what regards the connector to the magnet which for MrJ is flat and for MrJ Inspire it is round.

The components of the Performance Package (for MrJ and MRJ Inpsire) are the following:

  • C-Spine dedicated coil (code 01-2023-00 if suitable for MrJ MRI and 01-2023-0 01 if suitable for MrJ Inspire MRI),
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Figure 1: C-Spine coil (code 01-2023-01) recognizable by the connector

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L-Spine dedicated coils (codes 01-2021-00 Small size; this model is suitable for MrJ MRI and 01-2022-01 Large size suitable for MrJ Inspire MRI),

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Figure 2: L-Spine small on the left and Large on the right

In particular the dimensions are different between the small and the large model according to the following table:

ModelL (mm)W (mm)H (mm)
L-Spine small
01-2021-00
01-2021-01$300 \pm 2$$405 \pm 2$$240 \pm 2$
L-Spine Large
01-2022-00
01-2022-01$300 \pm 2$$470 \pm 2$$280 \pm 2$

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L-Spine small model dimensions

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L-Spine Large model dimensions

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MP_wrap multipurpose coil (code 01-2024-00 suitable for MrJ MRJ and 01-2024-01 suitable for MrJ Inspire MRI); this coil can be employed as a back-up coil to fit most joints (such as, for instance but not limited to: knee, foot, ankle, elbow, wrist, hand ... ).

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Figure 3: MP Wrap coil

Explanation of how the device functions, the scientific concepts that form the basis for the device

The Proposed coils are receive coils.

The images produced by the device, when Performance Package is employed reflect the spatial distribution of protons (hydrogen nuclei) exhibiting magnetic resonance.

The MR parameters that determine image appearance are proton density, spin-lattice relaxation time (TI), spin-spin relaxation time (T2), chemical shift and flow velocity. When interpreted by a trained physician, these images can yield information that can be useful in the determination of a diagnosis.

The coils composing the system have been designed by outsourced qualified companies which then produce also part of the components. The suppliers have been selected and are controlled under Paramed's quality management system's procedures. The companies to which design and manufacturing of the receiving coils are being delegated are ISO 13485 certified. The design and manufacturing facilities supply the same or very similar components to other major MRI manufacturers which products are on the employed for the same purposes since many years.

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Materials employed are:

  • · The same as cleared previous coils (ref predicate K080098)
  • · PVC is added for C-Spine coil (01-2023-00, 01-2023-01), L-Spine small coil (01-2021-00, 01-2021-01), L-Large coil (01-2022-00, 01-2022-01),

Device design See Design section below

Significant physical and performance characteristics of the device

L-Spine Coils (small): Models available 01-2021-00 and 01-2021-01. Receiving multichannel coils designed to host the Lumbar spine of small- medium size patients. This coil is rigid. The coil is composed by two parts to ease patient introduction. The conductive wires are laid down and are composed by copper windings wired to an electronic circuit which hosts the tuning and matching capacitors; an external cover in PVC prevents any dangerous contact of the patient with the electronic components. The design of this coil has been performed by outsourced qualified supplier which has certified UNI EN ISO 13485:2003 quality system.

L-Spine Coils (large): Models available 01-2022-00 and 01-2022-01. Receiving multichannel coils designed to host the Lumbar spine of medium- large size patients. This coil is rigid. The coil is composed by two parts to ease patient introduction. The conductive wires are laid down and are composed by copper windings wired to an electronic circuit which hosts the

C-Spine Coils:

MP Wrap Coil:

multichannel coils designed to host the Cervical spine of all sizes' patients. The coil is composed by two parts to ease patient introduction. The conductive wires are laid down and are composed by copper windings wired to an electronic circuit which hosts the tuning and matching capacitors; an external cover in PVC prevents any dangerous contact of the patient with the electronic components. The design of this coil has been performed by outsourced qualified supplier which has certified UNI EN ISO 13485:2003 quality system.

tuning and matching capacitors; an external cover in PVC prevents any dangerous contact of the patient with the electronic components. The design of this coil has been performed by outsourced qualified supplier which has

Models available 01-2023-00 and 01-2023-01. Receiving

certified UNI EN ISO 13485:2003 quality system.

Models available 01-2024-00 and 01-2024-01. Receiving single channel coil designed to be wrapped around the limbs to be examined. The conductive wires are laid down and are

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MP Wrap Coil:

Models available 01-2024-00 and 01-2024-01. Receiving single channel coil designed to be wrapped around the limbs to be examined. The conductive wires are laid down and are composed by copper windings wired to an electronic circuit which hosts the tuning and matching capacitors. an external cover in Polyamide prevents any dangerous contact of the patient with the electronic components. The design of this model has been performed by Paramed S.r.l. engineers and the manufacturing is performed by expert subcontractors.

Physical properties

For what regards physical properties they are here resumed:

| Item | S/N values
Acceptable (NEMA
procedures) | Signal/Noise as
measured through
NEMA Standard | S/N Accepted at
final inspection
(procedure limits)* |
|------------|-----------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------|
| 01-2021-00 | $\u2265$ 16.5 | 18.68 | 31 |
| 01-2021-01 | | | |
| 01-2022-00 | $\u2265$ 13.5 | 15.43 | 26 |
| 01-2022-01 | | | |
| 01-2023-00 | $\u2265$ 17 | 18.14 | 40 |
| 01-2023-01 | | | |
| 01-2024-00 | $\u2265$ 21 | 22.15 | 50 |
| 01-2024-01 | | | |

  • the values accepted at final inspection are derived from those obtained according to NEMA procedure with scaling factors applied to take into account different sequence and different FOV.

807.92(a)(5)

Device Intended Use(s)

The intended use of the Performance package is to enable the permanent magnet based MRI systems designed by Paramed (MrJ and MrJ Inspire) to perform MR scan of the following districts: C-Spine one dedicated coil (code 01-2023), L-Spine two sizes of dedicated coils (codes 01-2021 and 01-2022), all other joints using a linear single channel coil named MP wrap (code 01-2024) which is not aimed to specific districts but can fit most joints (such as, for instance, knee, foot, ankle, elbow, wrist, hand ... ). The Performance package inherits the same limitations of the System to which it is applied which is: only joint pathologies ( no tumor, no angiography). The Performance package enables the MRI System to which it is applied to acquire images of the districts being diagnosed in transverse, sagittal, coronal and oblique cross-sectional directions. The images which are produced correspond to spatial distribution of protons (hvdrogen nuclei) that check the magnetic resonance properties and depend upon MR parameters (spin-lattice relaxation time (T1), spin-spin relaxation time (T2), nuclei density, flow velocity and chemical shift). If interpreted by a medical expert, these images can provide diagnostically useful information.

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Technological Characteristics

The Performance package is substantially equivalent to

  • ◆ Paramed MrJ K033507 (C-spine coil and MP wrap coil)
  • . Paramed MrJ Extended K080098 (L-Spine coils)
  • When employed as an accessory for MrJ Inspire K100164 equivalence to all . receiving coils is claimed

Neither the intended use nor the technological characteristics of this model differ from those of the referenced models.

807.92(b)(1)

The determination of substantial equivalence is based on the design similarities and final inspection report data here referenced and kept in Paramed's files.

ItemDescriptionAccessory toEquivalent toDescription
01-2021-00L-Spine Small (°)MrJ (*)01-2015-01L-Spine Small
01-2021-01L-Spine Small (°)MrJ Inspire (*)01-2015-02L-Spine Small
01-2022-00L-Spine Large (°)MrJ (*)01-2016-01L-Spine Large
01-2022-01L-Spine Large (°)MrJ Inspire (*)01-2016-02L-Spine Large
01-2023-00C-Spine (°) (:)MrJ (*)01-2002-01C-Spine
01-2023-01C-Spine (°) (:)MrJ Inspire (*)01-2002-02C-Spine
01-2024-00MP_Wrap (+)MrJ (*)01-2004-01Shoulder single
channel
01-2024-01MP_Wrap (+)MrJ Inspire (*)01-2004-02Shoulder single
channel

A table of the equivalence botween the two models is hereunder supplied for the most immortant specified characteristics.

(*) the only difference between the model which fits the MrJ and the MrJ Inspire is the connector of the coil to the magnet

(°) The design is different because the new coils are rigid. Moreover the new coils are at least dual channel coils (multiarray) while the previous ones were single channel this higher the homogeneity of the images in the FOV

(:) The C-Spine coil has been designed to increase patient comfort

(+) equivalence in design is claimed towards Shoulder coil but validation will be compared to knee coil because shoulder is not the mainly addressed district for this coil

The coils can be sold as a Kit, or as separate coils if the customer wants to buy only some of them.

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807.92(b)(2)

For these coils the clinical output is documented at section Validation activities. No clinical study is necessary because the components are well known in the clinical practice and no innovation is here introduced unless a better ergonomic study of the shapes and the use of an external supplier for the design and functional part assembly.

807.92(b)(3)

On the basis of the internal Laboratory testing section below and of the test images performed both on phantoms and on healthy volunteers, we declare that the Multiaray Kit of receiving coils is at least as safe and effective as the predicate MrJ K033507 MrJ Extended K080098 and MrJ Inspire K100164 cleared devices with increased ergonomic performance, without losing effectiveness, as demonstrated both by the acceptable SNR and by the image quality (phantom and volunteer).

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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES

Public Health Service

Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Room - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002

Ms. Luisella De Benedetti Quality Manager PARAmed S.r.L Corso F. M. Perrone 73R I-16152 GENOVA . ITALY

JUN 1 4 2012

Re: K121249

Trade/Device Name: Performance Package code 01-4647-00 for MrJ system and code 01-4647-01 for MrJ Inspire system

Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.1000 Regulation Name: Magnetic resonance diagnostic device Regulatory Class: II Product Code: MOS Dated: May 31, 2012 Received: May 31, 2012

Dear Ms. De Benedetti:

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 class II (Special Controls), it may be subject to such additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in Title 21, Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Parts 800 to 895. 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 Parts 801 and 809); medical device reporting (reporting of

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medical device-related adverse events) (21 CFR 803); and good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820). 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 Parts 801 and 809), please contact the Office of In Vitro Diagnostic Device Evaluation and Safety at (301) 796-5450. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR 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/cdrh/industry/support/index.html.

Sincerely Yours,

Janine M. Morris

Acting Director Division of Radiological Devices Office of In Vitro Diagnostic Device Evaluation and Safety Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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Indications for Use

510(k) Number (if known): K121249

Device Name:

Performance Package code 01-4647-00 for MrJ system and code 01-4647-01 for MrJ Inspire system

Indications for Use:

The intended use of the Performance Package is to enable the permanent magnet based MRL systems designed by Paramed (MrJ and MrJ Inspire) to perform MR scan of the following districts: C-Spine one dedicated coil (code 01-2023), L-Spine two sizes of dedicated coils (codes 01-2021 and 01-2022), all other joints using a linear single channel coil named MP wrap (code 01-2024) which is not aimed to specific districts but can fit most joints (such as, for instance, knee, foot, ankle, elbow, wrist, hand ... ). The Performance Package inherits the same limitations of the System to which it is applied which is: only joint pathologies ( no tumor, no angiography). The Performance Package enables the MRI System to which it is applied to acquire images of the districts being diagnosed in transverse, sagittal, coronal and oblique cross-sectional directions. The images which are produced correspond to spatial distribution of protons (hydrogen nuclei) that check the magnetic resonance properties and depend upon MR parameters (spin-lattice relaxation time (T), spin-spin relaxation time (T2), nuclei density, flow velocity and chemical shift). If interpreted by a medical expert, these images can provide diagnostically useful information.

Prescription Use X (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) AND/OR

Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 807 Subpart C)

(PLEASE DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE-CONTINUE ON ANOTHER PAGE IF NEEDED)

Concurrence of CDRH, Office of In Vitro Diagnostic Devices (OIVD)

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