K Number
K171707
Date Cleared
2017-08-08

(61 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
878.4400
Reference & Predicate Devices
Predicate For
N/A
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Intended Use

The Single Use RF electrode (Needle Type) is a monopolar electrosurgical electrode indicated for coagulation of soft tissue when it used in conjunction with compatible radio frequency electrosurgical device.

Device Description

Single Use RF Electrode (Needle Type) consists of conductive electrode part, insulation coated part and conductive post part. There are several models (Models: GA-B, GA-C, GA-I, GA-S, GA-W3A, GA-F3A, GA-IL, GA-SL, GA-W3B, GA-F1A) according to the total size and needle electrode part size. The conductive post of electrode is inserted into the head of the intended handpiece to receive the radio frequency current and delivers the current to a target tissue for coagulation in electrosurgical procedure. This device is a monopolar RF electrosurgical electrode used in conjunction with radio frequency electrosurgical device and a neutral electrode plate which complies with IEC 60601-1 and IEC 60601-2-2. It is intended to be used exclusively with the ESU cleared in K160469, Model: AGNES.

AI/ML Overview

The provided document is a 510(k) summary for a medical device called "Single Use RF electrode (Needle Type)". This type of document is a premarket notification to the FDA to demonstrate that the device is substantially equivalent to a legally marketed predicate device.

Therefore, it describes tests performed to show safety and effectiveness compared to a predicate device, rather than explicit "acceptance criteria" and a "study that proves the device meets the acceptance criteria" in the sense of demonstrating a novel performance claim with specific thresholds.

The studies conducted are primarily focused on ensuring the new device is as safe and effective as existing, legally marketed devices.

Here's an analysis of the information, formatted to address your specific points where applicable, and highlighting what's not present in a 510(k) summary:


1. Table of Acceptance Criteria and Reported Device Performance

As a 510(k) summary, specific numerical "acceptance criteria" and "reported device performance" for novel claims are generally not detailed. Instead, the document states that tests were performed and results "met the requirements" or "supported the safety and effectiveness." The primary acceptance criterion for a 510(k) is "substantial equivalence" to a predicate device, meaning it's as safe and effective.

Here's a summary of the tests performed and their general outcomes:

Test CategorySpecific Tests PerformedReported Outcome / Acceptance Criterion (Implicit)
Electrical SafetyIEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-2-2Results met electrical safety requirements. (Implicitly, comparable to predicate and standards)
EMC TestingIEC 60601-1-2Results met EMC requirements. (Implicitly, comparable to predicate and standards)
Performance (Nonclinical)RF output (IEC 60601-2-2, Clause 201.11 & 201.12)Results met performance requirements.
BiocompatibilityISO 10993-1, -5, -10, -12Tests performed in accordance with standards. (Implicitly, passed biocompatibility)
SterilityISO 11135, -11138-1, -11138-2, -10993-7EO gas sterilization verified and validated in accordance with standards.
Packing & Shelf LifeISO 11607-1, -11607-2, ASTM F1980Verified and validated in accordance with standards. (Shelf life 3 years)
Mechanical RetentionIEC 60601-2-2, Clause 201.15.4.1.1 02Tests performed in accordance with standards.
Extractable SubstancepH, Potassium permanganate-reducible substances, Residue on evaporation, UV spectrum, Heavy metalsTests performed. (Implicitly, within acceptable limits)
Measurement ToleranceNeedle length, body length, thickness of specified different sizesTests conducted. (Implicitly, within manufacturing specifications)
Electrical Current FlowThrough a circuit testerTest conducted. (Implicitly, showed appropriate current flow characteristics)
Animal Study (Acne Coagulation)1. Depth of skin penetration (mini pigs). 2. Destroyed sebaceous glands, reduced inflammatory cells, papule, and pustule (rabbit ear model).1. Penetration depth "relatively accurate," distinct coagulation. 2. Sebaceous glands destroyed, inflammation and lesions "greatly reduced," considered "valid method to prevent reoccurrence."

2. Sample Size Used for the Test Set and the Data Provenance

  • Nonclinical/Benchtop Tests: Sample sizes are not reported in this summary. These tests are typically performed on a limited number of device units.
  • Animal Study:
    • One part of the animal study used mini pigs to check penetration depth. The number of mini pigs is not specified.
    • Another part used a rabbit ear model to assess acne treatment. The number of rabbits is not specified.
  • Data Provenance: The document does not explicitly state the country of origin for the non-clinical or animal study data beyond the applicant/submitter being based in South Korea. The animal study appears to be prospective in nature, as it describes inducing acne in rabbits and then treating them.

3. Number of Experts Used to Establish the Ground Truth for the Test Set and the Qualifications of Those Experts

  • Nonclinical/Benchtop Tests: For these types of tests, "ground truth" is typically established by recognized standards and engineering specifications rather than expert interpretation of images or other subjective data. No experts are mentioned in this context.
  • Animal Study - Macroscopic Assessment: A dermatologist performed macroscopic assessment. The number and specific qualifications (e.g., years of experience) of the dermatologist(s) are not specified. Their role was to assess "damage and safety on the skin surface and inside the corium."
  • Animal Study - Histological Assessment: This involved standard pathology techniques (hematoxylin & eosin staining). While a pathologist would interpret these, the document does not specify the number or qualifications of experts for histological interpretation.
  • No "ground truth" in the typical sense of human expert consensus for a diagnostic AI study is found here, as this is not an AI diagnostic device.

4. Adjudication Method for the Test Set

  • Not applicable in the context of this 510(k) submission. Adjudication methods (like 2+1, 3+1) are typically used for establishing ground truth in clinical studies involving interpretation by multiple readers, especially for AI diagnostic devices. This document is about an electrosurgical electrode and its safety/performance through bench and animal testing.

5. If a Multi-Reader Multi-Case (MRMC) Comparative Effectiveness Study Was Done, If So, What Was the Effect Size of How Much Human Readers Improve with AI vs Without AI Assistance

  • No MRMC comparative effectiveness study was done. This document pertains to an electrosurgical electrode, not an AI-assisted diagnostic or therapeutic device that would involve human readers interpreting cases with or without AI assistance.

6. If a Standalone (i.e. algorithm only without human-in-the-loop performance) Was Done

  • Not applicable. This device is a physical electrosurgical electrode, not an algorithm.

7. The Type of Ground Truth Used

  • Nonclinical/Benchtop Tests: Ground truth is implicitly based on recognized international and national standards (e.g., IEC, ISO, ASTM) and the device's engineering specifications.
  • Animal Study - Macroscopic Assessment: Ground truth for macroscopic assessment was a dermatologist's visual assessment and measurements using a camera and a folliscope magnifying glass, and a 3D measuring instrument (PRIMOS Pico).
  • Animal Study - Histological Assessment: Ground truth was established by histological analysis (hematoxylin & eosin staining) of tissue samples.

8. The Sample Size for the Training Set

  • Not applicable. This device is a physical electrosurgical electrode, not a machine learning or AI algorithm that requires a training set. The "training set" concept is irrelevant here.

9. How the Ground Truth for the Training Set Was Established

  • Not applicable. As established in point 8, there is no training set for this device.

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

August 8, 2017

Gowoonsesang Cosmetics Co., Ltd. c/o DongHa Lee KMC, Inc. Room No.904, 27,Digital-ro 27 ga-gil, Guro-gu Seoul, Korea 08375

Re: K171707

Trade/Device Name: GA-B, GA-C, GA-E, GA-I, GA-S, GA-W3A, GA-F3A, GA-IL, GA-SL. GA-W3B. GA-F1A Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.4400 Regulation Name: Electrosurgical cutting and coagulation device and accessories. Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: GEI Dated: June 13, 2017 Received: June 15, 2017

Dear DongHa Lee:

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

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CFR Part 807); labeling (21 CFR Part 801); medical device reporting (reporting of medical device-related adverse events) (21 CFR 803); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (OS) 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 contact the Division of Industry and Consumer Education at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 796-7100 or at its Internet address

http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/ResourcesforYou/Industry/default.htm. 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 Industry and Consumer Education at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 796-7100 or at its Internet address

http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/ResourcesforYou/Industry/default.htm.

Sincerely yours, Jennifer R. Stevenson -

S3 For Binita S. Ashar, M.D., M.B.A., F.A.C.S. Director Division of Surgical Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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Indications for Use

510(k) Number (if known) K171707

Device Name

Single Use RF electrode (Needle Type)

(Model: GA-B, GA-C, GA-E, GA-I, GA-S, GA-W3A, GA-F3A, GA-IL, GA-SL, GA-W3B, GA-F1A)

Indications for Use (Describe)

The Single Use RF electrode (Needle Type) is a monopolar electrosurgical electrode indicated for coagulation of soft tissue when it used in conjunction with compatible radio frequency electrosurgical device.

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

This summary of 510(K) - safety and effectiveness information is being submitted in accordance with requirements of 21 CFR Part 807.92.

Date: July 18, 2017

1. Applicant / Submitter

GOWOONSESANG COSMETICS CO., LTD Address: (Seohyeon-dong, 4, 5F Cocoplaza), 20, Seohyeon-ro 210beon-gil, Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do, 13591, Korea Tel: +82-31-724-9009 Fax: +82-31-724-9093

2. Submission Contact Person

DongHa Lee (Consultant, KMC, Inc.) Address: Room no. 904, 27, Digital-ro 27ga-gil, Guro-gu Seoul, 08375, Korea Tel: +82-70-8965-5554 Fax: +82-2-2672-0579 Email: dhlee@kmcerti.com

3. Device Information

Trade NameGA-B, GA-C, GA-E, GA-I, GA-S, GA-W3A, GA-F3A,GA-IL, GA-SL, GA-W3B or GA-F1A
Common NameSingle Use RF Electrode (Needle Type)
Classification NameElectrosurgical cutting and coagulation device and accessories
Classification Regulation21CFR878.4400
Device Class2
Product CodeGEI

4. Predicate Device

ManufacturerModern Medical Equipment Manufacturing Limited
Device NameDisposable General Electrode
510(k) numberK152059

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5. Description

Single Use RF Electrode (Needle Type) consists of conductive electrode part, insulation coated part and conductive post part. There are several models (Models: GA-B, GA-C, GA-I, GA-S, GA-W3A, GA-F3A, GA-IL, GA-SL, GA-W3B, GA-F1A) according to the total size and needle electrode part size.

The conductive post of electrode is inserted into the head of the intended handpiece to receive the radio frequency current and delivers the current to a target tissue for coagulation in electrosurgical procedure. This device is a monopolar RF electrosurgical electrode used in conjunction with radio frequency electrosurgical device and a neutral electrode plate which complies with IEC 60601-1 and IEC 60601-2-2. It is intended to be used exclusively with the ESU cleared in K160469, Model: AGNES.

6. Technological Characteristic

The proposed Single Use RF Electrode (Needle Type) is a stainless steel (STS 304) coated by electrical insulation material, p-xylylene dimer C. The conductive electrode part is shaped as needle and the other end as conductive post part is inserted into the intended handpiece to receive the radio frequency current from radio frequency generator.

The conductive electrode part delivers radio frequency current onto a target tissue for coagulation during an electrosurgical procedure. The insulation material prevents accidental conduction of the electrosurgical current from this point to the patient. The construction of proposed electrode and the predicted device is identical. There are no new questions raised regarding to effectiveness and safety.

7. Intended Use / Indication for use

The Single Use RF electrode (Needle Type) is a monopolar electrosurgical electrode indicated for coagulation of soft tissue when it used in conjunction with compatible radio frequency electrosurgical device.

8. Substantial Equivalence

Single Use RF electrode (Needle Type) is substantially equivalent to the predicate device, Disposable General Electrode (K152059) by Modern Medical Equipment Manufacturing Limited. The following comparison table is presented to demonstrate substantial equivalence.

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Descriptive InformationSubject DevicePredicate Device
ManufacturerGOWOONSESANGCOSMETICS CO., LTD.Modern Medical EquipmentManufacturing Limited
Device NameSingle Use RF electrode(Needle Type)(Model: GA-B, GA-C, GA-E,GA-I, GA-S, GA-W3A, GA-F3A, GA-IL, GA-SL, GA-W3B, GA-F1A)Disposable General Electrode
510(k) numberK152059
Product CodeGEIGEI
Regulatory Class22
Regulation Number21 CFR 878.440021 CFR 878.4400
Indications for UseThe Single Use RF electrode(Needle Type) is a monopolarelectrosurgical electrodeindicated for coagulation of softtissue when it used inconjunction with compatibleradio frequency electrosurgicaldevice.The electrode is used to cut and/ or coagulate soft tissues bymeans of high frequencyelectrical current during anelectrosurgical procedure.
Prescription or OTCPrescriptionPrescription
Monopolar or BipolarMonopolarMonopolar
MaterialsStainless Steel (STS 304),Stainless Steel (Unknown),
Insulating Coatingp-xylylene dimer CPolyolefin Shrink Wrap, TeflonShrink Wrap or ABS/HIPS
Single Use or ReusableSingle UseSingle Use
SterilizationEO gasEO gas
PackingBlister film and Blister paperUnknown
Shelf life3 yearsUnknown

8.1 The same between Subject device and Predicate Device.

  1. Product Code

: The product code of the subject device is GEI. It is the same product code as the predicate device.

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2) Regulatory Class

: The classification of the subject device is 2 according to the product code, GEI. It is the same classification as the predicate device.

  1. Indications for Use

: The indications for use of the subject device is indicated for coagulation of soft tissue. It is the same indications for use as the predicate device. In the K152059, the predicate device is indicated to cut and / or coagulate soft tissues by means of high frequency electrical current.

  1. Prescription Use

: The subject device is a prescription use device. It is the same as the predicate device.

  1. Principle of operation

: The principle of operation of the subject device is electrosurgical coagulation by means of radio frequency electrical current when it used in conjunction with compatible radio frequency electrosurgical device. It is the same as the predicate device.

  1. Technical characteristic

: The subject device is a disposable monopolar electrosurgical electrode. It is the same as the predicate device.

  1. Sterilization.

: The subject device is sterilized by E.O gas. It is the same as the predicate device.

8.2 Difference between Subject device and Predicate Device

  1. Material

: Raw material of the subject device is stainless, STS 304. Raw material of the predicate device is also stainless but the characteristic is unknown.

  1. Insulation coating

: Insulation coating material of the subject device is p-xylylene dimer C. The predicate device is coated by insulation materials, Polyolefin Shrink Wrap, Teflon Shrink Wrap or ABS/HIPS

  1. Packing and shelf life

: The subject device is packed by blister film and blister paper and the shelf life is 3years. Packing and shelf life are unknown.

The subject device has been tested about electrical safety. EMC, bio-compatibility and performance. The packing and shelf life has been verified and validated. The results show that these differences do not raise any problems in the safety and effectiveness.

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9. Electrical Testing and EMC Testing

The Single Use RF electrode (Needle Type) is indicated for coagulation of soft tissue when used in conjunction with compatible radio frequency electrosurgical device.

The electrical and EMC tests were performed with the compatible radio frequency electrosurgical devices (Model: AGNES, Cleared in K160469) in accordance with the FDA recognized standards,

  • IEC 60601-1:2005/2012, Medical electrical equipment Part 1: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance
  • IEC 60601-2-2:2009, Medical electrical equipment Part 2-2: Particular requirements for the basic safety and essential performance of Radio frequency surgical equipment and Radio frequency.
  • IEC 60601-1-2:2007/2014. Medical electrical equipment Part 1-2: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance - Collateral Standard: Electromagnetic disturbances -Requirements and tests

The test results are met the electrical safety and EMC requirements.

10. Performance Testing - Nonclinical

    1. RF output
      The RF output test were performed with the compatible radio frequency electrosurgical devices (Model: AGNES, Cleared in K160469) in accordance with the FDA recognized standards, Clause 201.11 and 201.12.
  • IEC 60601-2-2:2009, Medical electrical equipment Part 2-2: Particular requirements for the । basic safety and essential performance of Radio frequency surgical equipment and Radio frequency.

2) Biocompatibility

The biocompatibility tests were performed in accordance with the FDA recognized standards,

  • ISO 10993-1:2009, Biological evaluation of medical devices Part 1: Evaluation and testing within a risk management process.
  • -ISO 10993-5:2009, Biological evaluation of medical devices - Part 5: Tests for in vitro cytotoxicity
  • ISO 10993-10:2010, Biological evaluation of medical devices Part 10: Tests for irritation and -

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skin sensitization.

  • ISO 10993-12:2012 Biological evaluation of medical devices - Part 12: Sample preparation and reference materials

3) Sterility

The EO gas sterilization was verified and validated in accordance with the FDA recognized standards

  • ISO 11135: 2014, Sterilization of health care products Ethylene oxide Part 1: Requirements for development, validation and routine control of a sterilization process for medical devices
  • -ISO 11138-1:2006, Sterilization of health care products - Biological Indicators - Part 1: General requirements
  • -ISO 11138-2: 2006, Sterilization of health care products - Biological indicators - Part 2: Biological indicators for ethylene oxide sterilization processes
  • -ISO 10993-7: 2008, Biological evaluation of medical devices - Part 7: Ethylene oxide sterilization residuals

4) Packing and Shelf life

The blister packing and the shelf life was verified and validated in accordance with the FDA recognized standards

  • ISO 11607-1: 2006. Packaging for terminally sterilized medical devices Part 1: Requirements for materials, sterile barrier systems and packaging systems
  • -ISO 116070-2:2006, Packaging for terminally sterilized medical devices - Part 2: Validation requirements for forming, sealing and assembly processes
  • ASTM F1980: 2011, Standard guide for accelerated aging of sterile barrier systems for । medical devices.

5) Mechanical retention of detachable active electrodes

The mechanical retention of detachable active electrodes test was performed in accordance with the FDA recognized standard, Clause 201.15.4.1.1 02

  • -IEC 60601-2-2:2009, Medical electrical equipment - Part 2-2: Particular requirements for the basic safety and essential performance of Radio frequency surgical equipment and Radio frequency.

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6) Extractable Substance Test

The extractable substance tests were performed about PH, Potassium permanganate-reducible substances, Residue on evaporation, UV spectrum and Heavy metals.

7) Measurement Tolerance Test

The subject device has several models according to different size. The measurement tolerance tests were conducted about the needle length, body length and thickness of the specified different size.

8) Electrical Current Flow Test

The subject device is a monopolar electrosurgical electrode to flow RF current when it used in conjunction with compatible radio frequency electrosurgical device. The electrical current flow test was conducted through a circuit tester.

The test results are met the performance requirements.

11. Performance Testing - Animal

Animal study was conducted to measure the penetration depth and do a macroscopic check on the improvement of acne and histological pathology analyses on the animal model of acne through clinical assessment (photo assessment) and histological evaluation.

1) Microscopic assessment

  • Macroscopic assessment by dermatologist on damage and safety on the skin surface and inside the corium

  • Photo taking with a camera (EOS D3000. Cannon, Tokyo, Japan)

  • Check the skin conditions using a folliscope magnifying glass (LeedM, Seoul, Korea)

  • Assess reduction of acne lesion using 3 dimensional measuring instrument PRIMOS Pico (GFM, Germany)

2) Historical assessment

Extract skin on the rabbit's ear at the end of the test and fix with a 4% paraformaldehyde. Dehydrate with alcohol and xylene by stage and embed with paraffin. Make a fragment of 54m or smaller using a microtome, and remove paraffin with alcohol and xylene again. Dye with

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hematoxylin & eosin and check the condition of the epidermis and dispersion of sebaceous glands.

This animal study results as the below.

  1. We checked the depth of skin penetration and discovered that the penetration depth was relatively accurate. For mini pigs, we found distinct coagulation of skin on the area applied with RF.

  2. In order to make the rabbit's ear model, we conducted intradermal injection of acne bacteria P. acnes and induced oleic acid for 4 weeks. As a result, we found acne lesions such as closed comedos and papules or pustules.

  3. We selected groups by each grade and conducted the Agnes treatment, and discovered that the sebaceous glands were destroyed and inflammatory cells, papule and pustule on the lesion area were greatly reduced.

  4. The destruction of sebaceous glands by Agnes killed acne bacteria and induced fast relief of inflammation, and helped quick treatment that it is considered as a valid method to prevent reoccurrence

12. Conclusion

In comparing between the subject device and the predicate device, there are the same indications for use, prescription use, the principle of operation and technological characteristics (monopolar, single use, raw material). Although there are some different specifications (material, insulation coating, packing and shelf life), the safety and performance test reports are supported to the safety and effectiveness of the subject device. The result of animal study is also supported to thermal effects on tissue and the intended use of the subject device.

In this regard, we conclude that the subject device is substantially equivalent to the predicate device.

§ 878.4400 Electrosurgical cutting and coagulation device and accessories.

(a)
Identification. An electrosurgical cutting and coagulation device and accessories is a device intended to remove tissue and control bleeding by use of high-frequency electrical current.(b)
Classification. Class II.