K Number
K170203
Device Name
System, Applicator, Radionuclide, Remote Controlled
Manufacturer
Date Cleared
2017-06-01

(129 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
892.5700
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP Authorized
Intended Use
The Kobold Prostate HDR Template and Stepper Template are indicated for use as an accessory for high dose rate brachytherapy treatment of the prostate. The Stainless Steel Interstitial Needles and corresponding stylets are indicated for use as an accessory for high dose rate brachytherapy treatment of the prostate.
Device Description
The Kobold Prostate HDR Template and Stepper Template are accessories to be used where ultrasound-guided interstitial temporary high dose rate (HDR) brachytherapy treatment of the prostate is accepted by up-to-date clinical guidelines. The templates are ergonomically designed for freehand HDR technique. The templates are best used with biplanar transrectal ultrasound and confirmatory fluoroscopy. The templates are single-use, disposable devices shipped nonsterile. It is customizable for almost any prostate size or shape. The templates include four suture holes at the corners to secure the template to the perineum. The templates are available in various gauge sizes to match the most common needles sizes. These devices are for continuous use of up to 24 hours of contact with the patient. For workflows that require a stepper, the Kobold Prostate HDR Stepper Template fits into the Elekta Martinez Template Holder. The stainless steel needles are 17 gauge in either a pencil point tip or a bevel tip. The associated stylets are inserted into needles to stiffen the needles during implantation of the needles into the patient and to stiffen the needles between radiation therapy fractions. The Kobold Stainless Steel Interstitial Needles are intended for single use and are disposable. The maximum implantation time for these needles is less than 24 hours.
More Information

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No
The device description and performance studies focus on the physical characteristics, biocompatibility, and bench testing of templates and needles for brachytherapy, with no mention of AI or ML algorithms for image analysis, treatment planning, or any other function.

No.

The device is described as an accessory for high dose rate brachytherapy treatment, not a therapeutic device itself. It facilitates the treatment but does not directly provide therapy.

No

The provided text states that the device is an "accessory for high dose rate brachytherapy treatment of the prostate" and is "indicated for use as an accessory for high dose rate brachytherapy treatment of the prostate." It describes the use of the device in treatment procedures, not in diagnosing a condition.

No

The device description explicitly details physical hardware components: templates, a stepper template, stainless steel needles, and stylets. These are described as single-use, disposable devices made of physical materials.

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. They are used to provide information for diagnosis, monitoring, or screening.
  • Device Function: The described devices (templates, needles, and stylets) are accessories used during a medical procedure (high dose rate brachytherapy treatment of the prostate). They are physical tools used to guide and deliver radiation therapy. They do not analyze biological samples to provide diagnostic information.
  • Intended Use: The intended use clearly states they are accessories for brachytherapy treatment, not for diagnostic testing.

Therefore, these devices fall under the category of medical devices used in treatment, not in vitro diagnostics.

N/A

Intended Use / Indications for Use

The Kobold Prostate HDR Template and Stepper Template are indicated for use as an accessory for high dose rate brachytherapy treatment of the prostate.

The Stainless Steel Interstitial Needles and corresponding stylets are indicated for use as an accessory for high dose rate brachytherapy treatment of the prostate.

Product codes (comma separated list FDA assigned to the subject device)

JAQ

Device Description

Kobold Prostate HDR Templates and HDR Stepper Templates:

The Kobold Prostate HDR Template and Stepper Template are accessories to be used where ultrasound-guided interstitial temporary high dose rate (HDR) brachytherapy treatment of the prostate is accepted by up-to-date clinical guidelines. The templates are ergonomically designed for freehand HDR technique. The templates are best used with biplanar transrectal ultrasound and confirmatory fluoroscopy.

The templates are single-use, disposable devices shipped nonsterile. It is customizable for almost any prostate size or shape. The templates include four suture holes at the corners to secure the template to the perineum. The templates are available in various gauge sizes to match the most common needles sizes. These devices are for continuous use of up to 24 hours of contact with the patient.

For workflows that require a stepper, the Kobold Prostate HDR Stepper Template fits into the Elekta Martinez Template Holder.

Kobold Stainless Steel Interstitial Needle Sets:

The stainless steel needles are 17 gauge in either a pencil point tip or a bevel tip. The associated stylets are inserted into needles to stiffen the needles during implantation of the needles into the patient and to stiffen the needles between radiation therapy fractions.

The Kobold Stainless Steel Interstitial Needles are intended for single use and are disposable. The maximum implantation time for these needles is less than 24 hours.

Mentions image processing

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Mentions AI, DNN, or ML

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Input Imaging Modality

ultrasound-guided; biplanar transrectal ultrasound and confirmatory fluoroscopy

Anatomical Site

prostate

Indicated Patient Age Range

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Intended User / Care Setting

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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)

The Kobold Prostate HDR Template(s), Kobold Prostate HDR Stepper Template(s), Kobold Interstitial Pencil Point Stainless Steel Needle Set(s), and Kobold Interstitial Bevel Tip Stainless Steel Needle Set(s) was evaluated using biocompatibility, and bench testing to confirm the performance characteristics.

  • . Shelf Life - Real Time aging testing conducted shows that the templates included in this submission has an initial shelf life of 5 months.
  • Biocompatibility - Cytotoxicity, Irritation, Sensitization, and Systemic Toxicity testing of the templates was conducted per ISO 10993. All testing passed.
  • . Performance Evaluation -The Non-Clinical Performance Bench Validation Testing demonstrated that the subject device met all predetermined acceptance criteria.

The data presented in this submission show that the subject devices will perform in a substantially equivalent manner to the predicate device.

Clinical trial data was not needed for these devices to show substantial equivalence.

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.

K091230

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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§ 892.5700 Remote controlled radionuclide applicator system.

(a)
Identification. A remote controlled radionuclide applicator system is an electromechanical or pneumatic device intended to enable an operator to apply, by remote control, a radionuclide source into the body or to the surface of the body for radiation therapy. This generic type of device may include patient and equipment supports, component parts, treatment planning computer programs, and accessories.(b)
Classification. Class II.

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Public Health Service

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

June 1, 2017

Kobold, LLC % Ms. Deanna Hughes Director of Regulatory and Quality Systems 23403 E. Mission Avenue, Suite 220E LIBERTY LAKE WA 99019

Re: K170203

Trade/Device Name: Kobold® Prostate HDR Template(s) and Kobold® Prostate HDR Stepper Template(s); Kobold® Interstitial Pencil Point Stainless Steel Needle Set(s) and Kobold® Interstitial Bevel Tip Stainless Steel Needle Set(s) Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.5700 Regulation Name: Remote controlled radionuclide applicator system Regulatory Class: II Product Code: JAQ Dated: April 26, 2017 Received: May 1, 2017

Dear Ms. Hughes:

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.

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For

Robert Ochs, Ph.D. Director Division of Radiological Health Office of In Vitro Diagnostics and Radiological Health Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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Indications for Use

510(k) Number (if known) K170203

Device Name

Kobold® Prostate HDR Template(s) and Kobold® Prostate HDR Stepper Template(s) Kobold® Interstitial Pencil Point Stainless Steel Needle Interstitial Bevel Tip Stainless Steel Needle Set(s)

Indications for Use (Describe)

The Kobold Prostate HDR Template and Stepper Template are indicated for use as an accessory for high dose rate brachytherapy treatment of the prostate.

The Stainless Steel Interstitial Needles and corresponding stylets are indicated for use as an accessory for high dose rate brachytherapy treatment of the prostate.

Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)

Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)

Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)

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510(k) Summary

1. 510(k) Owner:

Kobold, LLC

2. Address:

23403 E. Mission Ave., Suite 220E Liberty Lake, WA 99019

3. Contact Person:

Deanna Hughes, MS, RAC Director of Regulatory and Quality Systems Kobold, LLC Email: deanna.hughes@koboldmedical.com Direct: 818.321.0116

Date 510(k) Summary Prepared: 4.

January 20, 2017

5. Trade Name:

Kobold Prostate HDR Template(s) Kobold Prostate HDR Stepper Template(s) Kobold Interstitial Pencil Point Stainless Steel Needle Set(s) Kobold Interstitial Bevel Tip Stainless Steel Needle Set(s)

Common Name: 6.

System, Applicator, Radionuclide, Remote Controlled

7. Classification Name:

21 CFR § 892.5700, Remote controlled radionuclide applicator system (JAQ)

8. Classification Panel:

Radiology

Regulatory Classification: 9.

Class II

10. Predicate Device(s):

HDR Prostrate Template and Accessories cleared in K091230 on August 12, 2009

11. Device Description:

Kobold Prostate HDR Templates and HDR Stepper Templates:

The Kobold Prostate HDR Template and Stepper Template are accessories to be used where ultrasound-guided interstitial temporary high dose rate (HDR)

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brachytherapy treatment of the prostate is accepted by up-to-date clinical guidelines. The templates are ergonomically designed for freehand HDR technique. The templates are best used with biplanar transrectal ultrasound and confirmatory fluoroscopy.

The templates are single-use, disposable devices shipped nonsterile. It is customizable for almost any prostate size or shape. The templates include four suture holes at the corners to secure the template to the perineum. The templates are available in various gauge sizes to match the most common needles sizes. These devices are for continuous use of up to 24 hours of contact with the patient.

For workflows that require a stepper, the Kobold Prostate HDR Stepper Template fits into the Elekta Martinez Template Holder.

Kobold Stainless Steel Interstitial Needle Sets:

The stainless steel needles are 17 gauge in either a pencil point tip or a bevel tip. The associated stylets are inserted into needles to stiffen the needles during implantation of the needles into the patient and to stiffen the needles between radiation therapy fractions.

The Kobold Stainless Steel Interstitial Needles are intended for single use and are disposable. The maximum implantation time for these needles is less than 24 hours.

12. Indications for Use:

Kobold Prostate HDR Templates and HDR Stepper Templates:

The Kobold Prostate HDR Template and Stepper Template are indicated for use as an accessory for high dose rate brachytherapy treatment of the prostate.

Kobold Stainless Steel Interstitial Needle Sets:

The Stainless Steel Interstitial Needles and corresponding stylets are indicated for use as an accessory for high dose rate brachytherapy treatment of the prostate.

13. Technological Characteristics

The Kobold Prostate HDR Template(s), Kobold Prostate HDR Stepper Template(s), Kobold Interstitial Pencil Point Stainless Steel Needle Set(s), and Kobold Interstitial Bevel Tip Stainless Steel Needle Set(s) have substantially equivalent indications for use, principle of operation, and technological characteristics as the HDR Prostate Template and Accessories, K091230.

The Kobold Prostate HDR Template(s), Kobold Prostate HDR Stepper Template(s), Kobold Interstitial Pencil Point Stainless Steel Needle Set(s), and Kobold Interstitial Bevel Tip Stainless Steel Needle Set(s) have substantially equivalent fundamental scientific principles as the HDR Prostate Template and Accessories. The subject and predicate devices have substantially equivalent methods of template and needle use (principle of operation). The devices have substantially equivalent technological characteristics.

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Kobold. – Traditional 510(k) – Prostate HDR Templates & Needle Sets Section 7: 510(k) Summary

The use environment, target user, and patient population of the subject devices are the same as the predicate device.

14. Performance Data (Nonclinical)

The Kobold Prostate HDR Template(s), Kobold Prostate HDR Stepper Template(s), Kobold Interstitial Pencil Point Stainless Steel Needle Set(s), and Kobold Interstitial Bevel Tip Stainless Steel Needle Set(s) was evaluated using biocompatibility, and bench testing to confirm the performance characteristics.

  • . Shelf Life - Real Time aging testing conducted shows that the templates included in this submission has an initial shelf life of 5 months.
  • Biocompatibility - Cytotoxicity, Irritation, Sensitization, and Systemic Toxicity testing of the templates was conducted per ISO 10993. All testing passed.
  • . Performance Evaluation -The Non-Clinical Performance Bench Validation Testing demonstrated that the subject device met all predetermined acceptance criteria.

The data presented in this submission show that the subject devices will perform in a substantially equivalent manner to the predicate device.

Clinical trial data was not needed for these devices to show substantial equivalence.

15. Conclusion

The Kobold Prostate HDR Template(s), Kobold Prostate HDR Stepper Template(s). Kobold Interstitial Pencil Point Stainless Steel Needle Set(s), and Kobold Interstitial Bevel Tip Stainless Steel Needle Set(s) successfully met all predetermined acceptance criteria for the design validation.

The Kobold Prostate HDR Template(s), Kobold Prostate HDR Stepper Template(s), Kobold Interstitial Pencil Point Stainless Steel Needle Set(s), and Kobold Interstitial Bevel Tip Stainless Steel Needle Set(s) is substantially equivalent to the legally marketed predicate device and does not raise any new safety or effectiveness questions.