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The document describes a basic, fixed-parameter X-ray system with no mention of AI/ML in its description, intended use, or performance studies.
No
The device is described as a general purpose X-ray system intended for taking diagnostic X-rays of extremities, not for treating any condition.
Yes
The "Intended Use / Indications for Use" states that the device is "limited to taking diagnostic X-rays of extremities." Additionally, the "Summary of Performance Studies" mentions that images from both the NOMAD MD and the predicate device were determined to be of "diagnostic quality."
No
The device description explicitly states it is a handheld, general purpose X-ray system with a physical X-ray tubehead, controls, and power source assembled into a single hand-held enclosure, along with a battery, charging cradle, and power supply. This indicates it is a hardware device, not software-only.
Based on the provided information, the NOMAD MD is not an IVD (In Vitro Diagnostic) device.
Here's why:
- IVD devices are used to examine specimens obtained from the human body. The description of the NOMAD MD clearly states it is an X-ray system used to take diagnostic X-rays of extremities on patients. This involves imaging the patient directly, not analyzing biological samples.
- The intended use and device description focus on generating radiographic images. There is no mention of analyzing blood, urine, tissue, or any other biological specimen.
- The performance studies involve imaging phantoms and having a radiologist review the images. This is consistent with the evaluation of an imaging device, not an IVD device.
Therefore, the NOMAD MD falls under the category of a medical imaging device, specifically a portable X-ray system, rather than an In Vitro Diagnostic device.
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Intended Use / Indications for Use
The NOMAD MD is a handheld and portable general purpose X-ray system. The device uses a fixed tube current and voltage (kVp) and, therefore, is limited to taking diagnostic X-rays of extremities.
It is intended to be used by a qualified and trained clinician on both adult and pediatric patients. It is not intended to replace a radiographic system with variable tube current and voltage (kVp) which may be required for full optimization of image quality and radiation exposure for different exam types.
Product codes
IZL
Device Description
The NOMAD MD is a handheld, general purpose X-ray system that operates on 14.4 V DC supplied by a rechargeable NiCd battery pack. The X-ray tubehead, X-ray controls, and power source are assembled into a single hand-held enclosure. The package includes a spare battery, a Charging Cradle, and an AC-to-DC Power Supply.
Mentions image processing
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Input Imaging Modality
X-ray
Anatomical Site
extremities
Indicated Patient Age Range
adult and pediatric patients
Intended User / Care Setting
qualified and trained clinician
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
Performance bench testing was conducted as part of design control to ensure the safety and effectiveness of the NOMAD MD is equivalent to the predicate device. The safety and effectiveness of NOMAD MD for the proposed indications for use is substantiated through verification and validation testing on diagnostic images.
An image comparison study was also conducted by taking radiographic images of foot, knee, elbow, and hand phantoms using both the NOMAD MD and the predicate device. The images were then reviewed by a board-certified radiologist who determined that images from both devices were of diagnostic quality and, therefore, substantially equivalent.
Key Metrics
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Predicate Device(s)
Reference Device(s)
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Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP) - All Relevant Information
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§ 892.1720 Mobile x-ray system.
(a)
Identification. A mobile x-ray system is a transportable device system intended to be used to generate and control x-ray for diagnostic procedures. This generic type of device may include signal analysis and display equipment, patient and equipment supports, component parts, and accessories.(b)
Classification. Class II.
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Aribex, Inc. % Mr. Sanjay Ahuja Director, Regulatory Affairs 744 South 400 East OREM UT 84097
Re: K140723 Trade/Device Name: Nomad MD Handheld X-ray System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.1720 Regulation Name: Mobile x-ray system Regulatory Class: II Product Code: IZL Dated: June 5, 2014 Received: July 21, 2014
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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.
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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Food and Drug Administration
Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K140723
Device Name NOMAD MD Handheld X-ray System
Indications for Use (Describe)
The NOMAD MD is a handheld and portable general purpose X-ray system. The device uses a fixed tube current and voltage (LVp) and, therefore, is limited to taking diagnostic X-rays of extremities.
It is intended to be used by a qualified and trained clinician on both adult and pediatric patients. It is not intended to replace a radiographic system with variable tube current and voltage (kVp) which may be required for full optimization of image quality and radiation exposure for different exam types.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
X Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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510(k) Summary
NOMAD MD Handheld X-ray System
Submitter:
Aribex, Inc. 744 South 400 East Orem, UT 84097 Phone No: 801-226-5522 FAX No:
Date of Summary:
March 14, 2014
Contact Person:
Christopher Dodge, Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist or Sanjay Ahuja, Ph.D., Director, Regulatory Affairs
Device Name:
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- Trade Name: NOMAD MD Handheld X-ray System ●
- . Common Name:
- Nomad MD
- Classification Name: Mobile X-ray system 21CFR 892.1720
- Regulation:
- Product Code: . IZL
Predicate Device for Which Substantial Equivalence is Claimed:
MinXray HF 100H+ Portable X-ray Unit (K052721)
Device Description:
The NOMAD MD is a handheld, general purpose X-ray system that operates on 14.4 V DC supplied by a rechargeable NiCd battery pack. The X-ray tubehead, X-ray controls, and power source are assembled into a single hand-held enclosure. The package includes a spare battery, a Charging Cradle, and an AC-to-DC Power Supply.
Consideration was given to three FDA guidance documents, "Pediatric Information for X-ray Imaging Device Premarket Notifications" issued on May 10,
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2012, "Radiation Safety Considerations for X-Ray Equipment for Hand-Held Use," issued on December 24, 2008, and "Guidance for the Submission of 510(k)'s for Solid State X-ray Imaging Devices," dated August 6,1999. Aribex determined that the solid state quidance did not apply to the NOMAD MD because it is an X-ray emitter and the quidance document is written for X-ray image recording systems, not for X-ray emitters.
Indications for Use/Intended Use:
The NOMAD MD is a handheld and portable general purpose X-ray system. The device uses a fixed tube current and voltage (kVp) and, therefore, is limited to taking diagnostic X-rays of extremities.
It is intended to be used by a qualified and trained clinician on both adult and pediatric patients. It is not intended to replace a radiographic system with variable tube current and voltage (kVp) which may be required for full optimization of image quality and radiation exposure for different exam types.
Summary of Technological Characteristics:
The NOMAD MD has been demonstrated to be substantially equivalent to the predicate device, the MinXray HF 100H+ Portable X-ray Unit (cleared under K052721). The proposed device has been verified and validated to satisfy the requirements derived from the indications for use and the substantial equivalence table.
NOMAD MD shares many of the same components and features as the predicate device including:
- Portable X-ray source
- . Collimation of X-ray
- Two stage triggering mechanism .
- Source to skin guard to limit distance between X-ray source and patient .
- Constant potential waveform
- Similar user interface with tactile membrane pad with up-down push ● buttons for making selections
- . Similar alerts and alarms that indicate equipment state of readiness to use
The MinXray operator instructions require that the operator "stand as far as possible from the X-ray unit while holding the exposure switch and pressing the button" in order to avoid being exposed to excess leakage and backscatter radiation.
The following is a comparison between Nomad MD (proposed) and the predicate device, the MinXray HF 100H+ Portable X-ray Unit (cleared under K052721).
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| | MinXray HF100H+
(K052721) | Nomad MD
X-ray System (K140723) |
|---------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Feature | | |
| Regulation No. | 21 CFR 892.1720 | 21 CFR 892.1720 |
| Regulation Class | II | II |
| Product Code | IZL | IZL |
| Indications for
Use/Intended Use: | Intended for use by a
qualified/trained physician or
technician on both adult and
pediatric subjects for taking
diagnostic x-rays. | The NOMAD MD is a
handheld and portable
general purpose X-ray
system. The device uses a
fixed tube current and
voltage (kVp) and,
therefore, is limited to
taking diagnostic X-rays of
extremities. |
| | | It is intended to be used by
a qualified and trained
clinician on both adult and
pediatric patients. It is not
intended to replace a
radiographic system with
variable tube current and
voltage (kVp) which may be
required for full optimization
of image quality and
radiation exposure for
different exam types. |
| Principle of Operation | General Purpose Diagnostic X-
Ray | General Purpose
Diagnostic X-Ray |
| TECHNOLOGICAL: | | |
| Size: Body | 8.75"Hx9.5"Wx15.35"L
excluding skin guards | 9.5"H x 5.25"Wx10"L
(excluding Source Skin
guard) |
| Weight | 40.9 lbs. | 11.0 lbs. |
| Source to skin distance | 30 cm | 30 cm |
| Focal Spot | 1.2 mm | 0.4 mm |
| Collimator | Four manually and steplessly
adjustable shutters with light
beam type central x-ray
indicator (Advantech R72) | Four manually and
steplessly adjustable
shutters with LED Light
Field Center Indicator |
| Triggering Mechanism | Two stage triggering | Two stage triggering |
| User Interface | Up-down push buttons for kVp
selections and exposure time
selections with LED indicators
and mAs indicators. | Up-down buttons for
exposure time selection,
with timer display. |
| Energy Source | 100-140 VAC 50/60 Hz | Rechargeable 14.4 V DC
NiCd battery pack |
| Exposure Time | 0.03-0.2 sec (in 0.01 sec Steps)
0.2-0.4 sec (in 0.02 sec Steps)
0.4-1.0 sec (in 0.05 sec Steps) | 0.02 - 0.99 seconds in 0.01
increments |
| Feature | MinXray HF100H+
(K052721) | Nomad MD
X-ray System (K140723) |
| | 1.0-4.0 sec (in 0.1 sec Steps) | |
| mA | 30 mA @ 40-60 kV
25 mA @ 62-80 kV
20 mA @ 82-100 kV | 2.0 mA fixed |
| kVp | 40-100kVp | 75 kVp fixed |
| Waveform | Constant Potential | Constant Potential |
| Alerts and Alarms | As least two specific alerts and
alarms indicate equipment state
of readiness to use | Seven specific alerts and
alarms indicating
equipment's state of
readiness to use |
| Class II Laser | Not a feature on this unit | Used to indicate the
distance from the x-ray
source to the target to be
diagnosed. |
| User Interface Ease | Tactile membrane pad with
audible signals indicates
settings.
Large illuminated digital
exposure setting screen. | Tactile membrane pad with
audible signals indicates
settings.
Large illuminated digital
exposure setting screen. |
| Safety | Exposure switch button
illuminates if unit misfires. The
unit will lock up and needs to
be restarted from the off
position
During the exposure an audible
signal and the X-ray indicator
illuminates. | Locked upon powering on
with LC indicator, along with
elongated audible signal.
Unit will power down after
2.5 minutes of inactivity.
After 10 seconds of being
enabled, the unit will lock if
exposure does not occur.
Continuous audible signal is
emitted along with indicator
lights indicating that
exposure is completed. |
| Low Battery Indicator
and Audible Signal | Not a feature on this unit
because it is AC/DC powered. | LED illuminates and flashes
when battery charge is
needs or needs recharging
Audible signal indicates low
battery signal |
| Electrical Safety
Standards | UL 2601, IEC60601 | IEC60601-1, EN60601-2 |
| Performance Standard | 21 CFR 1020.30 | 21 CFR 1020.30, 1020.31
IEC60601-3 |
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Per the recommendations of the FDA Guidance document on "Radiation Safety Considerations for X-Ray Equipment Designed for Hand-Held Use," Aribex has incorporated internal shielding into the design of the NOMAD MD. This shielding, made from a proprietary bismuth blend, encapsulates the X-ray source assembly and prevents the operator of the device from being exposed to any appreciable amounts of leakage radiation. Test results indicate that the level of exposure is
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well below the requirements of 21 CFR 1020.30(k). Evidence of the effectiveness of this internal shielding can be found in Section 19 NOMAD MD Performance Testing - Bench. Specifically, TP-0223, Test Case Scatter Radiation NOMAD MD, identifies the operator exposure dose within the significant zone of occupancy. See also QR-0200 Risk Analysis. NOMAD MD - Risk ID R009. R017.
Since the NOMAD MD, unlike its dental predecessor, is held on average 28 inches from the patient, it was not considered practical to incorporate an external backscatter shield into the design of the device. The effective size of the backscatter shield would need to be about three feet in diameter. For this reason, Aribex recommends in its operator manual (MP-0221, Section 3.3, Section 4.7[6], and Section 7.5) the use of a lead apron and thyroid collar when operating the NOMAD MD. Also see QR-0200 Risk Analysis, NOMAD MD - Risk ID R061.
As evidenced through Design Verification and Validation, NOMAD MD can produce diagnostic images of adult and pediatric extremities and they are of equivalent diagnostic quality as the MinXray device.
An extremity is generally defined as the distal or terminal portion of any bodily limb, or any portion of bodily limbs such as arms and legs. The NOMAD MD has been validated (see Section 19, TP-0302, Extremity Thickness Performance, NOMAD MD) to capture diagnostic quality images of body part extremities, such as fingers (from 1.5cm) and thighs (up to 21cm).
Based upon an analysis of the technological differences, and the substantiation through design verification and validation. Aribex determines that the safety and effectiveness of the proposed NOMAD MD is substantially equivalent to the MinXray predicate device and does not raise any new concerns.
Non-Clinical Test Data:
Performance bench testing was conducted as part of design control to ensure the safety and effectiveness of the NOMAD MD is equivalent to the predicate device. The safety and effectiveness of NOMAD MD for the proposed indications for use is substantiated through verification and validation testing on diagnostic images.
An image comparison study was also conducted by taking radiographic images of foot, knee, elbow, and hand phantoms using both the NOMAD MD and the predicate device. The images were then reviewed by a board-certified radiologist who determined that images from both devices were of diagnostic quality and, therefore, substantially equivalent.
Software documentation has been provided in Section 17 according to the FDA's requirement for software that meets the moderate level of concern.
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EMC and Electrical Safety testing on the NOMAD MD was performed and found to meet all the requirements in standards IEC 60601-1: 2005, IEC 60601-1-3:2008, IEC 60601-1-6:2010, IEC 60601-2-28:2010, IEC 60601-2-54:2009, IEC 60825:2007, IEC 62366:2007, and IEC 60601-1-2:2007.
Clinical Test Data:
Clinical testing was deemed not required to support the indications for use and therefore, it has not been conducted on the Nomad MD proposed product.
Conclusion:
Based on the comparison of the indications for use/intended use, the technological characteristics, and the operation of the device, Aribex concludes that NOMAD MD is substantially equivalent to the predicate device. In addition, based upon the review of the performance, standards analysis, and labeling, the differences between NOMAD MD device and the MinXray predicate device do not raise new concerns on safety and effectiveness for the proposed indications of use.