K Number
K143044
Device Name
CAAS A-Valve
Date Cleared
2015-02-06

(107 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
892.2050
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP Authorized
Intended Use
CAAS A-Valve has been developed to support the interventionalist during or in preparation of treatment of the aortic root. Based on angiographic X-ray images an analysis is performed: To assist in C-arm projection selection to optimize visualization during treatment; To calculate dimensions of the aortic root corrected for out-of-plane magnification and foreshortening errors; To provide an objective and reproducible grading method for aortic regurgitation based on time versus density curves extracted from an aortogram. The software is used by or under supervision of a cardiologist. When the results provided by CAAS A-Valve are used in a clinical setting to support diagnoses or for assistance during intervention of cardiovascular conditions, the results are explicitly not to be regarded as the sole, irrefutable basis for clinical decision making.
Device Description
CAAS A-Valve is a stand-alone software application, intended to run on a PC with a Windows operating system. The images for analysis can be read from a directory or from an X-ray system or PACS through a command line interface. The results can be displayed on the screen, printed or saved in a variety of formats to a hard disk, network, PACS system or CD. Results and clinical images with overlay can also be printed as a hardcopy. CAAS A-Valve consists of two separate workflows, Optimal Projection and qRA (quantitative Regurgitation Analysis). With CAAS A-Valve - Optimal Projection, angiographic images of the aortic root can be analyzed to determine a good projection for visualization of the aortic root and to perform basic measurements. As input for analysis, two angiographic images of the aortic root can be selected. On both images the contour of the aortic root is defined manually by the user. The 2D aortic root contours in each image are used to generate a 3D reconstruction of the aortic root. By indicating the right coronary cusp in both projections the software determines the recommended projection (PRL projection). This projection can be used to acquire an aortogram with the cusps in a line and all cusps visible. Additionally it is possible to perform diameter and length measurements based on the 3D reconstruction. The Optimal Projection workflow is 510(k) cleared under K113076. CAAS A-Valve - qRA is used to determine aortic regurgitation (also referred to as aortic insufficiency). This is done based on a multi-frame image showing the aortic root and the left ventricle while contrast liquid is injected in the aorta during the X-ray acquisition; also known as an aortogram. The user draws the contour of the aortic root and the left ventricle and indicates the basal plane. Next a static background, which is obtained from the images before contrast injection, is subtracted resulting in an image sequence in which the intensities correlate to the amount of contrast liquid. Based on this image sequence combined with the user input, time versus contrast density curves are calculated and visualized for both the aortic root and the left ventricle. The ratio between the area under the curve of the aortic root and the area under the curve of the left ventricle represents the amount of contrast liquid flowing from the aortic root to the left ventricle and is a measure for regurgitation. Additionally a dynamic color map is shown for the left ventricle. This color map is achieved by showing the accumulative area under the curve at each image frame as a movie with the same frame rate as used during the acquisition of the multi-frame image. CAAS A-Valve is designed for use in clinical practice to support the physician during or in preparation of treatment of the aortic root.
More Information

CAAS A-Valve (K113076), CAAS (K052988)

No
The description focuses on manual user input for contour definition and calculations based on time-versus-density curves, without mentioning any AI/ML techniques for image analysis or prediction. The "Mentions AI, DNN, or ML" section also explicitly states "Not Found".

No.
The device is a software application designed to assist in diagnosis and preparation for treatment, but it does not directly treat a disease or condition.

Yes

The device aids in analysis for optimal C-arm projection, calculates dimensions, and provides a grading method for aortic regurgitation based on time versus density curves, which are all diagnostic functions. The "Intended Use" explicitly states that the results provided by CAAS A-Valve can "support diagnoses."

Yes

The device is explicitly described as a "stand-alone software application" intended to run on a standard PC with a Windows operating system. It processes existing image data and does not include or require any proprietary hardware components for its core functionality.

Based on the provided information, yes, this device is an IVD (In Vitro Diagnostic).

Here's why:

  • Intended Use: The intended use explicitly states that the software is used "to support diagnoses or for assistance during intervention of cardiovascular conditions." While it also mentions assisting with C-arm projection and measurements, the diagnostic support aspect is a key component.
  • Analysis of Biological Samples (Indirectly): Although the input is angiographic X-ray images, these images are a representation of the flow of contrast material within the patient's cardiovascular system. The software analyzes the density of this contrast material over time to assess aortic regurgitation. This analysis of the behavior of a substance within the body (contrast material) to provide diagnostic information about a physiological condition (aortic regurgitation) aligns with the definition of an IVD.
  • Diagnostic Information: The software provides an "objective and reproducible grading method for aortic regurgitation based on time versus density curves." Aortic regurgitation is a clinical diagnosis, and the software provides data to support that diagnosis.
  • Clinical Setting: The device is intended for use in a "clinical setting" by or under the supervision of a "cardiologist," which is typical for diagnostic devices.

While the device description focuses on image analysis and software functionality, the intended use is the primary factor in determining if a device is an IVD. The analysis of contrast flow to assess aortic regurgitation falls under the umbrella of providing diagnostic information about a patient's condition.

N/A

Intended Use / Indications for Use

CAAS A-Valve has been developed to support the interventionalist during or in preparation of treatment of the aortic root. Based on angiographic X-ray images an analysis is performed: To assist in C-arm projection selection to optimize visualization during treatment; To calculate dimensions of the aortic root corrected for out-of-plane magnification and foreshortening errors; To provide an objective and reproducible grading method for aortic regurgitation based on time versus density curves extracted from an aortogram. The software is used by or under supervision of a cardiologist. When the results provided by CAAS A-Valve are used in a clinical setting to support diagnoses or for assistance during intervention of cardiovascular conditions, the results are explicitly not to be regarded as the sole, irrefutable basis for clinical decision making.

Product codes

LLZ

Device Description

CAAS A-Valve is a stand-alone software application, intended to run on a PC with a Windows operating system. The images for analysis can be read from a directory or from an X-ray system or PACS through a command line interface. The results can be displayed on the screen, printed or saved in a variety of formats to a hard disk, network, PACS system or CD. Results and clinical images with overlay can also be printed as a hardcopy.

CAAS A-Valve consists of two separate workflows, Optimal Projection and qRA (quantitative Regurgitation Analysis).

With CAAS A-Valve - Optimal Projection, angiographic images of the aortic root can be analyzed to determine a good projection for visualization of the aortic root and to perform basic measurements. As input for analysis, two angiographic images of the aortic root can be selected. On both images the contour of the aortic root is defined manually by the user. The 2D aortic root contours in each image are used to generate a 3D reconstruction of the aortic root. By indicating the right coronary cusp in both projections the software determines the recommended projection (PRL projection). This projection can be used to acquire an aortogram with the cusps in a line and all cusps visible. Additionally it is possible to perform diameter and length measurements based on the 3D reconstruction. The Optimal Projection workflow is 510(k) cleared under K113076.

CAAS A-Valve - qRA is used to determine aortic regurgitation (also referred to as aortic insufficiency). This is done based on a multi-frame image showing the aortic root and the left ventricle while contrast liquid is injected in the aorta during the X-ray acquisition; also known as an aortogram. The user draws the contour of the aortic root and the left ventricle and indicates the basal plane. Next a static background, which is obtained from the images before contrast injection, is subtracted resulting in an image sequence in which the intensities correlate to the amount of contrast liquid. Based on this image sequence combined with the user input, time versus contrast density curves are calculated and visualized for both the aortic root and the left ventricle. The ratio between the area under the curve of the aortic root and the area under the curve of the left ventricle represents the amount of contrast liquid flowing from the aortic root to the left ventricle and is a measure for regurgitation. Additionally a dynamic color map is shown for the left ventricle. This color map is achieved by showing the accumulative area under the curve at each image frame as a movie with the same frame rate as used during the acquisition of the multi-frame image. CAAS A-Valve is designed for use in clinical practice to support the physician during or in preparation of treatment of the aortic root.

Mentions image processing

Yes

Mentions AI, DNN, or ML

Not Found

Input Imaging Modality

Angiographic X-ray images

Anatomical Site

Aortic root, left ventricle

Indicated Patient Age Range

Not Found

Intended User / Care Setting

Used by or under supervision of a cardiologist.

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)

System requirements - derived from the intended use and indications for use - as well as risk control measures are verified by System Testing. Additionally numerical accuracy and reproducibility is verified and validated for the following analysis results:

  • Optimal C-arm projection;
  • Dimensions of the aortic root;
  • Time versus density curves.
  • Aortic regurgitation grade;

The test results demonstrate safety and effectiveness of CAAS A-Valve in relation to its intended use and that CAAS A-Valve is considered as safe and effective as the predicate devices.

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

Not Found

Predicate Device(s)

CAAS A-Valve (K113076), CAAS (K052988)

Reference Device(s)

Not Found

Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP) - All Relevant Information

Not Found

§ 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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February 6, 2015

Pie Medical Imaging B.V. % Ms. Florie Daniels Regulatory Affairs Coordinator Philipsweg 1 Maastricht, Limburg 6227 AJ THE NETHERLANDS

Re: K143044

Trade/Device Name: CAAS A-Valve Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.2050 Regulation Name: Picture archiving and communications system Regulatory Class: II Product Code: LLZ Dated: January 6, 2015 Received: January 12, 2015

Dear Ms. Daniels:

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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Indications for Use

510(k) Number (if known) K143044

Device Name CAAS A-Valve

Indications for Use (Describe)

CAAS A-Valve has been developed to support the interventionalist during or in preparation of treatment of the aortic root. Based on angiographic X-ray images an analysis is performed:

To assist in C-arm projection selection to optimize visualization during treatment; To calculate dimensions of the aortic root corrected for out-of-plane magnification and foreshortening errors; To provide an objective and reproducible grading method for aortic regurgitation based on time versus density curves extracted from an aortogram.

The software is used by or under supervision of a cardiologist. When the results provided by CAAS A-Valve are used in a clinical setting to support diagnoses or for assistance during intervention of cardiovascular conditions, the results are explicitly not to be regarded as the sole, irrefutable basis for clinical decision making.

Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
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510(k) SummaryCAAS A-Valve[GEN1446]v4.0
Submitter/Owner NamePie Medical Imaging BV
AddressPhilipsweg 1, 6227 AJ Maastricht, The Netherlands
Phone Number+31 43 32 81 328
Fax Number+31 43 32 81 329
Contact Person:Florie Daniels, Regulatory Affairs Coordinator
Email AddressFlorie.Daniels@pie.nl
Preparation Date20 October 2014
Trade NameCAAS A-Valve
Common NameCAAS A-Valve
Regulation ClassClass II (21 CFR, part 892.2050, LLZ)
Classification NamePicture Archiving and Communications System
Predicate DevicesCAAS A-Valve (K113076)
CAAS (K052988)
Device DescriptionCAAS A-Valve is a stand-alone software application, intended to run on a PC
with a Windows operating system. The images for analysis can be read from a
directory or from an X-ray system or PACS through a command line interface.
The results can be displayed on the screen, printed or saved in a variety of
formats to a hard disk, network, PACS system or CD. Results and clinical images
with overlay can also be printed as a hardcopy.
CAAS A-Valve consists of two separate workflows, Optimal Projection and qRA
(quantitative Regurgitation Analysis).
With CAAS A-Valve - Optimal Projection, angiographic images of the aortic
root can be analyzed to determine a good projection for visualization of the aortic
root and to perform basic measurements. As input for analysis, two angiographic
images of the aortic root can be selected. On both images the contour of the aortic
root is defined manually by the user. The 2D aortic root contours in each image
are used to generate a 3D reconstruction of the aortic root. By indicating the right
coronary cusp in both projections the software determines the recommended
projection (PRL projection). This projection can be used to acquire an aortogram
with the cusps in a line and all cusps visible. Additionally it is possible to perform
diameter and length measurements based on the 3D reconstruction.
The Optimal Projection workflow is 510(k) cleared under K113076.
CAAS A-Valve - qRA is used to determine aortic regurgitation (also referred to
as aortic insufficiency). This is done based on a multi-frame image showing the
aortic root and the left ventricle while contrast liquid is injected in the aorta
during the X-ray acquisition; also known as an aortogram.
The user draws the contour of the aortic root and the left ventricle and indicates
the basal plane. Next a static background, which is obtained from the images
before contrast injection, is subtracted resulting in an image sequence in which
the intensities correlate to the amount of contrast liquid. Based on this image
sequence combined with the user input, time versus contrast density curves are
calculated and visualized for both the aortic root and the left ventricle. The ratio
between the area under the curve of the aortic root and the area under the curve of
the left ventricle represents the amount of contrast liquid flowing from the aortic
root to the left ventricle and is a measure for regurgitation. Additionally a
dynamic color map is shown for the left ventricle. This color map is achieved by
showing the accumulative area under the curve at each image frame as a movie
with the same frame rate as used during the acquisition of the multi-frame image.
CAAS A-Valve is designed for use in clinical practice to support the physician
during or in preparation of treatment of the aortic root.
Intended UseCAAS A-Valve has been developed to support the interventionalist during or in
preparation of treatment of the aortic root.
Based on angiographic images CAAS A-Valve quantifies:
• Dimensions of the aortic root and assists in C-arm positioning;
• Time versus density curves of the ventricle.
The software is used by or under supervision of a cardiologist or radiologist.
Indications for UseCAAS A-Valve has been developed to support the interventionalist during or in
preparation of treatment of the aortic root.
Based on angiographic X-ray images an analysis is performed:
• To assist in C-arm projection selection to optimize visualization during
treatment;
• To calculate dimensions of the aortic root corrected for out-of-plane
magnification and foreshortening errors;
• To provide an objective and reproducible grading method for aortic
regurgitation based on time versus density curves extracted from an
aortogram.
The software is used by or under supervision of a cardiologist or radiologist.
When the results provided by CAAS A-Valve are used in a clinical setting to
support diagnoses or for assistance during intervention of cardiovascular
conditions, the results are explicitly not to be regarded as the sole, irrefutable
basis for clinical decision making.
Technological
Characteristics
ComparisonA comparison of the technological characteristics of the predicates and subject
device is given the table below.
New DevicePredicate DevicePredicate Device
Device nameCAAS A-ValveCAAS A-ValveCAAS
ManufacturerPie Medical ImagingPie Medical ImagingPie Medical Imaging
510(k) numberUnknownK113076K052988
Data type• X-Ray Angiography data in
DICOM format (vendor
independent)• X-Ray Angiography data in
DICOM format (vendor
independent)• X-Ray Angiography data in
DICOM format (vendor
independent)
Import of Patient Data• Manual through keyboard
• Automatic import with
image file• Manual through keyboard
• Automatic import with
image file• Manual through keyboard
• Automatic import with
image file
Contour Definition• Manual Contour Definition• Manual Contour Definition• Manual and Automatic
Contour Definition
Image Display• 2D X-Ray image
• 3D Reconstruction• 2D X-Ray image
• 3D Reconstruction• 2D X-Ray image
• n/a

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New DevicePredicate DevicePredicate Device
Device nameCAAS A-ValveCAAS A-ValveCAAS
ManufacturerPie Medical ImagingPie Medical ImagingPie Medical Imaging
510(k) numberUnknownK113076K052988
Image Assessment• Optimal projection
• Diameter and length measurements
• Time versus density curves of the left ventricle
• Grading method for Aortic Regurgitation
• Color map based on curves• Optimal projection
• Diameter and length measurements
• n/a
• n/a
• n/a• n/a
• Diameter and length measurements
• Densitometry and density measurements
• n/a
• n/a
Storage of Results• Printout
• Images
• XML• Printout
• Images
• XML• Printout
• Images
• XML
Operating System• Ms Windows• Ms Windows• Ms Windows

Substantial Equivalence Compared to the predicate devices:

  • CAAS A-Valve (K113076) 0
    The intended use and indications for use of the predicate device CAAS A-Valve (K113076) are modified to include the quantification of time versus density curves of the ventricle which had been added in the new device CAAS A-Valve. Like the predicate device CAAS A-Valve (K113076), the subject device is intended to support the interventionalist during and in preparation of treatment of the aortic root.

All technological characteristics, except the quantification of time versus density curves of the ventricle, of the subject device are the same as the cleared predicate device CAAS A-Valve (K113076).

  • CAAS (K052988) 0 Quantification of time versus density curves for regurgitation analysis is technologically similar to the densitometry measurements of the predicate device CAAS (K052988) however extended over time. Furthermore parameters derived from the curves, i.e. a grade for Aortic Regurgitation and a dynamic color map, are calculated.
    Conformance Standards The device complies with the following conformance standards:

  • ISO 14971:2007, Medical devices Application of risk management to . medical devices

  • NEMA PS 2.1 3.20 (2011), Digital Imaging and Communication in . Medicine (DICOM) Set. (Radiology)

  • IEC 62304 First edition 2006-05, Medical device software Software life ● cycle processes

System requirements - derived from the intended use and indications for use - as Performance Data well as risk control measures are verified by System Testing. Additionally numerical accuracy and reproducibility is verified and validated for the following analysis results:

  • Optimal C-arm projection; 0
  • Dimensions of the aortic root; 0
  • Time versus density curves. 0
  • 0 Aortic regurgitation grade;

The test results demonstrate safety and effectiveness of CAAS A-Valve in relation to its intended use and that CAAS A-Valve is considered as safe and effective as the predicate devices.

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Conclusion

The testing reported in this 510(k) demonstrated that CAAS A-Valve is substantially equivalent to the predicate devices in terms of intended use, indications for use, technological characteristics, measurements and operating environment. As such CAAS A-Valve is considered as safe and effective as its predicate devices and performs as well as its predicate devices.