K Number
K181559
Device Name
Neurosign V4 Intraoperative Nerve Monitor
Date Cleared
2018-11-09

(149 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
874.1820
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP Authorized
Intended Use
The Neurosign® V4 Intraoperative Nerve Monitor is intended for locating and identifying cranial and peripheral motor and mixed motor-sensory nerves during surgery, including spinal nerve roots. Indications for Neurosign® V4 EMG Monitoring Procedures include: Intracranial, Extracranial, Extratemporal, Neck Dissections, Thoracic Surgeries, and Upper and Lower Extremities. Indications for spinal procedures which may use Neurosign® V4 EMG monitoring include: Degenerative Treatments, Pedicle Screw Procedures, Fusion Cages, Rhizotomy, Orthopedic Surgery and Open and Percutaneous Lumbar Procedures.
Device Description
The Neurosign® V4 Intraoperative Nerve Monitor is a multi-channel nerve monitor designed for use in Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) surgery and neurosurgery. Using needle or surface electrodes connected to the Pre-Amplifier Pod, the nerve monitor detects electromyographic (EMG) signals within muscles caused by the contraction of the muscle due to mechanical manipulation or electrical stimulation of the nerve controlling it. The Neurosign® V4 then amplifies the EMG data into an audible signal and displays the data as a waveform on the active monitoring screen. The Neurosign® V4 is an integrated system consisting of a combination of hardware, software, and accessories. The Neurosian® V4 is comprised of following four components: 1. Neurosign® V4 Intraoperative Nerve Monitor 2. Neurosign® V4 Pre-Amplifier Pod 4 Channel 3. Neurosign® V4 Stimulator Pod 4. Neurosign® V4 Mute Sensor The Neurosign® V4 Intraoperative Nerve Monitor (IONM) includes a user interface comprised of an audio output, a color graphics display with a touch screen and dedicated rotary controls for frequently adjusted parameters. EMG signals are collected from the patient using needle and surface electrodes. The Neurosign® V4 Pre-Amplifier Pod collects, processes and transmits the EMG signals to the IONM for display and for an audio output. The Neurosign® V4 Stimulator Pod allows the simultaneous connection of two stimulating probes for the mapping and locating of nerves within tissue, and to test the nerve activity at various stages during surgery.
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The description focuses on standard EMG signal processing (amplification, audio output, waveform display) and hardware components. There is no mention of AI, ML, or any advanced analytical techniques that would suggest their use.

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The Neurosign V4 is intended for monitoring and locating nerves, not for treating any condition.

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The device is intended for locating and identifying cranial and peripheral motor and mixed motor-sensory nerves during surgery by detecting and displaying electromyographic (EMG) signals, which is a form of physiological information used for diagnostic purposes (nerve identification).

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The device description explicitly states that the Neurosign® V4 is an "integrated system consisting of a combination of hardware, software, and accessories" and lists four distinct hardware components.

Based on the provided information, the Neurosign® V4 Intraoperative Nerve Monitor is not an In Vitro Diagnostic (IVD) device.

Here's why:

  • IVD Definition: In Vitro Diagnostics are devices intended for use in the examination of specimens derived from the human body (such as blood, urine, or tissue) to provide information for diagnostic purposes. This examination is performed outside of the living body.
  • Neurosign® V4 Function: The Neurosign® V4 is used during surgery to monitor nerve activity within the patient's body. It detects electromyographic (EMG) signals directly from muscles caused by nerve stimulation or manipulation. This is an in vivo (within the living body) measurement, not an in vitro examination of a specimen.
  • Intended Use: The intended use clearly states "locating and identifying cranial and peripheral motor and mixed motor-sensory nerves during surgery." This is an intraoperative monitoring function, not a diagnostic test performed on a bodily fluid or tissue sample.

Therefore, the Neurosign® V4 falls under the category of an in vivo diagnostic or monitoring device, not an In Vitro Diagnostic device.

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Intended Use / Indications for Use

The Neurosign® V4 Intraoperative Nerve Monitor is intended for locating and identifying cranial and peripheral motor and mixed motor-sensory nerves during surgery, including spinal nerve roots.

Indications for Neurosign® V4 EMG Monitoring Procedures include: Intracranial, Extracranial, Extratemporal, Neck Dissections, Thoracic Surgeries, and Upper and Lower Extremities.

Indications for spinal procedures which may use Neurosign® V4 EMG monitoring include: Degenerative Treatments, Pedicle Screw Procedures, Fusion Cages, Rhizotomy, Orthopedic Surgery and Open and Percutaneous Lumbar Procedures.

Product codes

PDQ

Device Description

The Neurosign® V4 Intraoperative Nerve Monitor is a multi-channel nerve monitor designed for use in Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) surgery and neurosurgery.

Using needle or surface electrodes [1] connected to the Pre-Amplifier Pod, the nerve monitor detects electromyographic (EMG) signals within muscles caused by the contraction of the muscle due to mechanical manipulation or electrical stimulation of the nerve controlling it. The Neurosign® V4 then amplifies the EMG data into an audible signal and displays the data as a waveform on the active monitoring screen.

The Neurosign® V4 Intraoperative Nerve Monitor is used for patient treatment by prescription only under the supervision of a licensed physician.

The Neurosign® V4 is an integrated system consisting of a combination of hardware, software, and accessories. Its technological characteristics are described in further detail below.

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Mentions AI, DNN, or ML

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Input Imaging Modality

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Anatomical Site

cranial and peripheral motor and mixed motor-sensory nerves during surgery, including spinal nerve roots.
Intracranial, Intratemporal, Extratemporal, Neck, Thoracic, Upper and Lower Extremities, Spinal.

Indicated Patient Age Range

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Intended User / Care Setting

Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) / under the supervision of a licensed physician.

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)

Non-Clinical Testing:

  • Electrical Safety: Tests against IEC 60601-1:2005 + CORR. 1:2006 + CORR. 2:2007 + A1:2012. Results showed compliance.
  • Electromagnetic Compatibility: Tests against EN 60601-1-2: 2007. Results showed compliance.
  • Alarm Systems: Tests against IEC 60601-1-8. Results showed compliance.
  • Biocompatibility: Neurosign® V4 Nerve Monitor not intended for patient contact. Stimulator Pod, Pre-Amplifier Pod and connecting leads may contact patient; tested against ISO 10993-1:2009, ISO 10993-5:2009, ISO 10993-10:2010. Results showed compliance.
  • Amplifier - EMG Acquisition & EMG Display Equivalence Testing: Comparison with NIM-Response 3.0 using function generator. Results showed measured EMG responses on Neurosign® V4 and NIM-Response 3.0 are within 5% of target input and ±1% of each other.
  • Stimulator Equivalence Testing: Comparison with NIM-Response 3.0 using 1kΩ Resistor. Results showed almost identical stimulator performance.
  • Stimulator Pulse Width Testing: Comparison with NIM-Response 3.0 using 1kΩ Resistor. Results showed almost identical stimulator pulse width performance.

Key results: All non-clinical testing demonstrated that the Neurosign® V4 is substantially equivalent and performs as well as the legally marketed predicate device. Software verification and validation testing demonstrated that the software performs as intended and in accordance with specifications. Risks were identified, assessed, and mitigated to an acceptable level in accordance with ISO14971.

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

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Predicate Device(s)

NIM 3.0, MEDTRONIC XOMED, INC. (K083124), Neurosign® Nerve Monitor, Model Neurosign® 400, The Magstim Company Limited (K053141)

Reference Device(s)

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Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP) - All Relevant Information

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§ 874.1820 Surgical nerve stimulator/locator.

(a)
Identification. A surgical nerve stimulator/locator is a device that is intended to provide electrical stimulation to the body to locate and identify nerves and to test their excitability.(b)
Classification. Class II.

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November 9, 2018

Magstim Company Ltd. Tom Campbell Regulatory Affairs Manager Spring Gardens Whitland, SA34 0HR Gb

Re: K181559

Trade/Device Name: Neurosign V4 Intraoperative Nerve Monitor Regulation Number: 21 CFR 874.1820 Regulation Name: Surgical Nerve Stimulator/Locator Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: PDQ Dated: October 8, 2018 Received: October 10, 2018

Dear Tom Campbell:

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. Although this letter refers to your product as a device, please be aware that some cleared products may instead be combination products. The 510(k) Premarket Notification Database located at https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfpmn/pmn.cfm identifies combination product submissions. 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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For Carlos L. Peña, PhD, MS Director Division of Neurological and Physical Medicine Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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Indications for Use

510(k) Number (if known) K181559

Device Name

Neurosign® V4 Intraoperative Nerve Monitor

Indications for Use (Describe)

The Neurosign® V4 Intraoperative Nerve Monitor is intended for locating and identifying cranial and peripheral motor and mixed motor-sensory nerves during surgery, including spinal nerve roots.

Indications for Neurosign® V4 EMG Monitoring Procedures include: Intracranial, Extracranial, Extratemporal, Neck Dissections, Thoracic Surgeries, and Upper and Lower Extremities.

Indications for spinal procedures which may use Neurosign® V4 EMG monitoring include: Degenerative Treatments, Pedicle Screw Procedures, Fusion Cages, Rhizotomy, Orthopedic Surgery and Open and Percutaneous Lumbar Procedures.

Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
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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 Magstim's Neurosign® V4 Intraoperative Nerve Monitor

Submitter's Name, Address, Telephone Number, Contact Person and Date Prepared

Magstim Company Limited Spring Gardens, Whitland, Carmarthenshire SA34 OHR, United Kingdom

Phone: +44 (0) 1994 240798 Facsimile: +44 (0) 1994 240061

Contact Person: Tom Campbell

Date Prepared: October 5, 2018

Name of Device

Neurosign® V4 Intraoperative Nerve Monitor

Common or Usual Name/

Surgical Nerve Stimulator / Locator

Classification

Surgical Nerve Stimulator / Locator

21 C.F.R. § 874.1820, Class II, product code PDQ

Predicate Devices

NIM 3.0, MEDTRONIC XOMED, INC. (K083124) (Primary Predicate Device) Neurosign® Nerve Monitor, Model Neurosign® 400, The Magstim Company Limited (K053141) (Secondary Predicate Device)

Device Description

The Neurosign® V4 Intraoperative Nerve Monitor is a multi-channel nerve monitor designed for use in Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) surgery and neurosurgery.

Using needle or surface electrodes [1] connected to the Pre-Amplifier Pod, the nerve monitor detects electromyographic (EMG) signals within muscles caused by the contraction of the muscle due to mechanical manipulation or electrical stimulation of the nerve controlling it. The Neurosign® V4 then amplifies the EMG data into an audible signal and displays the data as a waveform on the active monitoring screen.

[1] Single use electrodes and probes not subject to this submission

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The Neurosign® V4 Intraoperative Nerve Monitor is used for patient treatment by prescription only under the supervision of a licensed physician.

The Neurosign® V4 is an integrated system consisting of a combination of hardware, software, and accessories. Its technological characteristics are described in further detail below.

Intended Use

The Neurosign® V4 Intraoperative Nerve Monitor is intended for locating and identifying cranial and peripheral motor and mixed motor-sensory nerves during surgery, including spinal nerve roots.

Indications for Use

Indications for Neurosign® V4 EMG Monitoring Procedures include: Intracranial, Intratemporal, Extratemporal , Neck Dissections , Thoracic Surgeries, and Upper and Lower Extremities.

Indications for spinal procedures which may use Neurosign® V4 EMG monitoring include: Degenerative Treatments, Pedicle Screw Procedures, Fusion Cages, Rhizotomy, Orthopedic Surgery and Open and Percutaneous Lumbar Procedures.

Technological Characteristics

The Neurosian® V4 is comprised of following four components:

    1. Neurosign® V4 Intraoperative Nerve Monitor
    1. Neurosign® V4 Pre-Amplifier Pod 4 Channel
    1. Neurosign® V4 Stimulator Pod
    1. Neurosign® V4 Mute Sensor

The Neurosign® V4 Intraoperative Nerve Monitor (IONM) includes a user interface comprised of an audio output, a color graphics display with a touch screen and dedicated rotary controls for frequently adjusted parameters.

EMG signals are collected from the patient using needle and surface electrodes [1]. The Neurosign® V4 Pre-Amplifier Pod collects, processes and transmits the EMG signals to the IONM for display and for an audio output.

The Neurosign® V4 Stimulator Pod allows the simultaneous connection of two stimulating probes 111 for the mapping and locating of nerves within tissue, and to test the nerve activity at various stages during surgery.

Software documentation for a "major" level of concern has been provided.

[1] Single use electrodes and probes not subject to this submission

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Non-Clinical Testing

TestTest Method SummaryResults
Electrical Safety
Mechanical SafetyIEC 60601-1:2005 + CORR. 1:2006 +
CORR. 2:2007 + A1:2012 -
Medical electrical equipment - Part 1:
General requirements for
basic safety and essential performanceA sample Neurosign® V4 has been
tested and found to be compliant to the
requirements of IEC 60601-1 by
independent test laboratory Element
Materials Technology, , thus
demonstrating the Neurosign® V4 is
substantially equivalent to the legally
marketed predicate device.
Electromagnetic
CompatibilityEN 60601-1-2: 2007 -
Medical electrical equipment - Part 1-2:
General requirements for basic safety and
essential performance -
Collateral standard: Electromagnetic
compatibility -Requirements and testsA sample Neurosign® V4 has been
tested and found to be compliant to the
requirements of EN 60601-1-2 by
independent test laboratory Kiwa
Blackwood Compliance Laboratories,
thus demonstrating the Neurosign® V4
is substantially equivalent to the legally
marketed predicate device.
EN 60601-1-2 (2007) is equivalent to the FDA
recognized standard IEC 60601-1-2. A
justification of this assertion is provided in
Appendix 06.
Alarm SystemsIEC 60601-1-8 -
Medical electrical equipment - Part 1-8:
General requirements for basic safety and
essential performance - Collateral
Standard: General requirements, tests and
guidance for alarm systems in medical
electrical equipment and medical electrical
systemsA sample Neurosign® V4 has been
tested and found to be compliant to the
requirements of IEC 60601-1-8 by
independent test laboratory Element
Materials Technology, thus
demonstrating the Neurosign® V4 is
substantially equivalent to the legally
marketed predicate device.
BiocompatibilityISO 10993-1:2009 - Biological Evaluation
of Medical Devices - Part 1: Evaluation and
testing within a risk management processThe Neurosign® V4 Nerve Monitor is not
intended to come into contact with the
patient, as patient contact is achieved
via use of single use electrodes and
probes.
ISO 10993-5:2009 - Biological evaluation
of medical devices -- Part 5: Tests for in
vitro cytotoxicityHowever, the Stimulator Pod, Pre-
Amplifier Pod and connecting leads may
come into contact with the patient.
ISO 10993-10:2010 - Biological evaluation
of medical devices - Part 10: Tests for
irritation and skin sensitizationSamples of these materials have been
tested and found to be compliant to the
requirements of ISO 10993-1, ISO
10993-5 and ISO 10993-10 by
independent test laboratories Harlan
Laboratories Ltd and Envigo Research
Ltd, thus demonstrating the Neurosign®
V4 is substantially equivalent to the
legally marketed predicate device.
Amplifier - EMG Acquisition
& EMG Display
Equivalence TestingUsing a function generator, a range of
input voltages at a set frequency were
applied to both the Neurosign® V4 and
NIM-Response 3.0 to replicate an EMG
signal.Testing demonstrated that the
measured EMG responses on the
Neurosign® V4 and the NIM-Response
3.0 are within 5% of the target input and
±1% of each other, thus demonstrating
the Neurosign® V4 is substantially
equivalent and performs as well as than
the legally marketed predicate device.
A 1kΩ Resistor was connected across the
stimulator output terminals and the
oscilloscope was used to measure the
potential difference across the resistor. A
range of input currents were used to
compare the output waveforms and show
the relative amplitude.Testing demonstrated that the
Neurosign® V4 and the NIM-Response
3.0 have almost identical stimulator
performance, thus demonstrating the
Neurosign® V4 is substantially
equivalent and performs as well as than
the legally marketed predicate device.
Stimulator Equivalence
Testing1kΩ Resistor was connected across the
stimulator output terminals and the
oscilloscope was used to measure the
stimulator pulse width. A range of pulse
width settings were chosen as they are
representative of typical use.Testing demonstrated that the
Neurosign® V4 and the NIM-Response
3.0 have almost identical stimulator
pulse width performance, thus
demonstrating the Neurosign® V4 is
substantially equivalent and performs as
well as than the legally marketed
predicate device.

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The software verification and validation testing further demonstrated that the software performs as intended and in accordance with specifications. In accordance with ISO14971, risks associated with the Neurosign® V4 have been identified, assessed and, where necessary, mitigated with risk control measures to an acceptable level.

Substantial Equivalence

The Neurosign® V4 is substantially equivalent to the predicate device, the NIM 3.0 (K083124).

The intended use and indications for use of the Neurosign® V4 is a subset of the primary predicate device, the NIM 3.0 (K083124). The difference includes the omission of 'Spinal Cord and reference to the 'APS Electrode' in the intended use and 'Cervical Surgical Procedures, and Thoracic Surgical Procedures' in the indications for use. A discussion on this omission is given in Section XIV.

The technological characteristics are equivalent. All devices have the same four principle components: (1) Intraoperative Nerve Monitor. (2) Amplifier, (3) Stimulator and (4) Mute Sensor.

The principals of operation of the Neurosign® V4 is equivalent to the primary predicate device, the NIM 3.0 (K083124) and the secondary predicate device Neurosign® Nerve Monitor, Model Neurosign® 400 (K053141) as all systems are based on collecting, processing and representing EMG signals from nerves at risk during surgery. All devices use a stimulator for the mapping and locating of nerves within tissue, and to test the nerve activity at various stages during surgery. All offer the option to use a mute sensor to silence the audio output during episodes of RF interference from electrocautery.

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The Neurosign V4® meets the same electrical and mechanical safety standards (IEC 60601-1) and the same EMC standards (EN 60601-1-2).

The similarities and minor differences between the Neurosign® V4, the NIM 3.0 (primary predicate device) and the Neurosign® Nerve Monitor, Model Neurosign® 400 (Secondary Predicate Device) are described in Table 2.

Conclusions

In summary, the intended use and indications for use of the Neurosign® V4 is a subset of the primary predicate device, the NIM 3.0 (K083124).

Furthermore, the Neurosign® V4 has equivalent technological characteristics and equivalent principles of operation compared to the predicate devices.

Non-clinical test data demonstrates that the Neurosign® V4 is as safe and effective as the predicate devices.

Thus, the Neurosign® V4 Intraoperative Nerve Monitor is substantially equivalent to the primary predicate device, the NIM 3.0 (K083124) and the secondary predicate device the Neurosign® Nerve Monitor, Model Neurosign® 400 (K053141).