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The summary describes image acquisition, storage, processing, and display software. While it mentions "image processing," there is no mention of AI, ML, deep learning, or any related terms or concepts that would indicate the use of such technologies. The performance studies section focuses on software verification and validation, not AI/ML model performance.
No
The device is described as software for acquiring, displaying, and storing image data from ophthalmic cameras, and for processing and managing these images. It does not exert any direct therapeutic action on the patient.
No
The device is described as software for acquiring, displaying, and storing image data from ophthalmic cameras. Its primary function is image management and processing (like creating montages) for images of the eye, not to provide a diagnosis or diagnostic interpretation of those images.
Yes
The device is described as consisting of "five types of software models" and explicitly states that these are "software executed on a capture PC" or "software executed on a viewer PC." While it interacts with ophthalmic cameras for image acquisition, the device itself, as described in the summary, is the software component that acquires, stores, processes, and displays the images. The summary focuses entirely on the software's functions and validation.
Based on the provided information, the KOWA VK-2s is not an In Vitro Diagnostic (IVD) device.
Here's why:
- IVD Definition: IVD devices are used to examine specimens derived from the human body (like blood, urine, tissue) to provide information for diagnosis, monitoring, or screening.
- KOWA VK-2s Function: The KOWA VK-2s is a software system that acquires, displays, stores, and processes images directly from ophthalmic cameras capturing images of the eye. It does not analyze biological specimens.
- Intended Use: The intended use clearly states it's for acquiring, displaying, and storing image data from ophthalmic cameras. This is related to in vivo imaging (imaging within the living body), not in vitro testing.
Therefore, the KOWA VK-2s falls under the category of medical imaging software, not an IVD.
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Intended Use / Indications for Use
KOWA VK-2s is indicated for acquiring, displaying and storing image data from KOWA's mydriatic ophthalmic cameras.
Product codes (comma separated list FDA assigned to the subject device)
NFJ
Device Description
The VK-2s consists of five types of software models including the:
- VK-2s Standard .
- . VK-2s VX-20
- VK-2s nonmyd ●
- VK-2s nonmydWX
- VK-2s Viewer .
The VK-2s Standard, VK-2s VX-20, VK-2s nonmyd, and VK-2s nonmydWX are all software executed on a capture PC. The software acquires images from a retinal camera that the control software captures and puts on the capture PC. The software acquires images of the eye, stores images and processes images. The software displays acquired and processed images which are stored in a Server's database. The only difference between these four software programs are the devices that are supported for providing images:
VK-2s Standard
This software only supports images from:
- KOWA VX series cameras, ●
- KOWA nonmyd series cameras .
- and supports file import.
VK-2s VX-20
This software only supports images from:
- . KOWA VX-20 series cameras,
- and supports file import. ●
VK-2s nonmyd
This software only supports images from the KOWA nonmyd series cameras.
VK-2s nonmydWX
This software only supports images from the KOWA nonmydWX cameras.
VK-2s Viewer
This is a software executed on a viewer PC. This software stores images, processes images and displays acquired and processed images which are stored in a server database. This software does not support image capture.
The VK-2s software also takes advantage of three software packages included with the VK-2s. These are:
VK-Montage Software
This software allows the operator to create montages using multiple images
VK-Scan
VK Scan is software which can be used to import images located in a specified folder.
VK-DDV
The detailed database viewer provides advanced searching, viewing, image processing, printing, and reporting for your VK-2s database.
Mentions image processing
Yes
Mentions AI, DNN, or ML
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Input Imaging Modality
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Anatomical Site
eye
Indicated Patient Age Range
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Intended User / Care Setting
Prescription Use
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)
Software verification and validation testing was conducted and documentation was provided as recommended by FDA's Guidance for Industry and FDA Staff, "Guidance for the Content of Premarket Submissions for Software Contained in Medical Devices." The software for this device was considered as a "moderate" level of concern.
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.
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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§ 892.2050 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 12, 2019
KOWA Co. Ltd. CHOFU % Ryan Bouchard VP, Medical Devices Ora, Inc. 300 Brickstone Square Andover, MA 01810
Re: K190056
Trade/Device Name: KOWA VK-2s Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.2050 Regulation Name: Picture Archiving And Communications System Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: NFJ Dated: January 9, 2019 Received: January 11, 2019
Dear Ryan Bouchard:
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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Sincerely vours. Alexander Beylin -S 2019.02.12 16:15:48 -05'00'
for Malvina B. Eydelman, M.D. Director Division of Ophthalmic and Ear, Nose and Throat Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K190056
Device Name KOWA VK-2s
Indications for Use (Describe)
KOWA VK-2s is indicated for acquiring, displaying and storing image data from KOWA's mydriatic ophthalmic cameras.
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 the 510(k) premarket notification for the Kowa VK-2s is being submitted in accordance with the requirements of SMDA 1990 and 21 CFR 807.92.
a. Owner Company name, address
Kowa Company Limited 3-1, Chofugaoka 3-chome Chofu Tokyo 182-0021 Japan
Contact person:
Rinji Kondo Phone: +81-42-440-7612 +81-42-440-7618 Fax: Email: r-kondo@@kowa.co.jp
b. Contact/Application Correspondent
Ryan Bouchard
Ora, Inc.
300 Brickstone Square
Andover, MA 01810
Telephone: (978) 332-9574
Facsimile: (978) 689-0020
E-mail: rbouchard@oraclinical.com
c. Date Updated
February 1, 2019
d. Name of Device
| Trade Name: | Kowa VK-2s |
|---|---|
| Common Name: | VK-2s |
| Classification Name: | Picture archiving and communication systems |
| Classification Regulation: | 21 CFR 892.2050 |
| Product Code: | NFJ |
| 510(k) Number: | K190056 |
- e. Predicate Devices
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Primary: The VK-2s is substantially equivalent to the image management software system Canon Ophthalmic Software Platform RX cleared in K173689. As explained in more detail below, the Canon Ophthalmic Software Platform RX and the VK-2s software both have the same indications for use, similar principles of operation, and similar technological characteristics.
Secondary: The VK-2s is substantially equivalent to the KOWA portable VK-2 in the KOWA nonmyd a-DIII cleared in K083387. The KOWA portable VK-2 and the VK-2s software both have the same intended use, similar principles of operation, and similar technological characteristics.
Device Description f.
The VK-2s consists of five types of software models including the:
- VK-2s Standard .
- . VK-2s VX-20
- VK-2s nonmyd ●
- VK-2s nonmydWX
- VK-2s Viewer .
The VK-2s Standard, VK-2s VX-20, VK-2s nonmyd, and VK-2s nonmydWX are all software executed on a capture PC. The software acquires images from a retinal camera that the control software captures and puts on the capture PC. The software acquires images of the eye, stores images and processes images. The software displays acquired and processed images which are stored in a Server's database. The only difference between these four software programs are the devices that are supported for providing images:
VK-2s Standard
This software only supports images from:
- KOWA VX series cameras, ●
- KOWA nonmyd series cameras .
- and supports file import.
VK-2s VX-20
This software only supports images from:
- . KOWA VX-20 series cameras,
- and supports file import. ●
VK-2s nonmyd
This software only supports images from the KOWA nonmyd series cameras.
VK-2s nonmydWX
This software only supports images from the KOWA nonmydWX cameras.
VK-2s Viewer
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This is a software executed on a viewer PC. This software stores images, processes images and displays acquired and processed images which are stored in a server database. This software does not support image capture.
The VK-2s software also takes advantage of three software packages included with the VK-2s. These are:
VK-Montage Software
This software allows the operator to create montages using multiple images
VK-Scan
VK Scan is software which can be used to import images located in a specified folder.
VK-DDV
The detailed database viewer provides advanced searching, viewing, image processing, printing, and reporting for your VK-2s database.
Indications for Use g.
KOWA VK-2s is indicated for acquiring, displaying and storing image data from KOWA's mydriatic and non-mydriatic ophthalmic cameras.
h. Statement of Substantial Equivalence
Kowa's VK-2s is substantially equivalent to the image management software, Canon Ophthalmic Software Platform RX cleared in K173689. The VK-2s has the same indications for use, follows similar principles of operation, and has similar technological characteristics as the previously cleared software predicate device.
The VK-2s and the Canon Ophthalmic Software Platform RX are both ophthalmic image archiving and communications systems that collect, store, and manage digital images of the eye and both are indicated for use with mydriatic and non-mydriatic cameras.
In comparison between the KOWA VK-2s and the Canon Ophthalmic Software Platform RX there are differences in function in the following areas: (differences are in bold).
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| Proposed Device | Predicate Device | |
|---|---|---|
| Model | KOWA VK-2s | Ophthalmic Software Platform RX |
| Device Design | ||
| Type of Retinal | ||
| Camera image | Color | Color |
| Montage | - | |
| FAF | FAF | |
| FA | FA | |
| View Image | Single View | Single View |
| Full Screen (Frame Size) | Full Screen (Frame Size) | |
| Both Eyes | Both Eyes | |
| Multiple Images | Comparison | |
| Loop | - | |
| - | Progression | |
| Drawing Function | - | Supported |
| Image Processing | Sharpen Image | - |
| Gamma Process | - | |
| Zoom | Zoom | |
| RGB Filters | RGB Filters | |
| Enhance Image | - | |
| Contrast | Contrast | |
| Analysis of RGB Color | - | |
| Negative Image | - | |
| Edge Enhancement | - | |
| Histogram Chart | - | |
| Flip Image | - | |
| - | Cobalt | |
| - | Emboss | |
| - | Redfree | |
| C/D Ratio | C/D Ratio | |
| Image Measurement | Measure Distance | - |
| Measure Angle | - |
Table 1: Comparison of KOWA VK-2s to Canon Ophthalmic Software Platform RX
The KOWA VK-2s functions of montage image, loop view, the image processing functions of sharpen image, Gamma process, enhance image, analysis of RGB color, negative image, edge enhancement, histogram chart and flip image and the measurement functions of measure distance and measure angle are not offered in the Canon device. The Canon Ophthalmic Software Platform RX device offers view progression, a drawing function, and the image processing functions of cobalt, emboss, and redfree which are not present in the VK-2s.
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Kowa's VK-2s is substantially equivalent to the KOWA portable VK-2 software in the KOWA nonmyd a-DIII cleared in K083387. The VK-2s has the same intended use, follows similar principles of operation, and has similar technological characteristics as the previously cleared software included in the predicate device.
The VK-2s and the KOWA portable VK-2 software in the KOWA nonmyd a-DIII are both ophthalmic image archiving and communications systems that collect, store, and manage digital images of the eye and are both are indicated for use with nonmydriatic cameras.
In comparison between the KOWA VK-2s and KOWA portable VK-2 in the KOWA nonmyd a-DIII there are differences in function in the following areas: (differences are in bold).
| Proposed Device | Predicate Device | |
|---|---|---|
| Model | KOWA VK-2s | KOWA nonmyd α-DIII |
| Device Design | ||
| Type of Retinal Camera | ||
| software used in | ||
| conjunction with | Mydriatic | |
| Non-mydriatic | Non-mydriatic | |
| Type of Retinal Camera | ||
| image | Color | Color |
| Montage | Montage | |
| FAF | FAF | |
| FA | - | |
| Image Processing | Sharpen Image | Sharpen Image |
| Gamma Process | Gamma Process | |
| Zoom | Zoom | |
| RGB Filters | RGB Filters | |
| Enhance Image | Enhance Image | |
| Contrast | Contrast | |
| Analysis of RGB Color | Analysis of RGB Color | |
| Negative Image | Negative Image | |
| Edge Enhancement | - | |
| Histogram Chart | - | |
| Flip Image | Flip Image |
The KOWA VK-2s functions of FA image and the image processing functions of edge enhancement and histogram are not offered in the KOWA portable VK-2 in the KOWA nonmyd a-DIII device.
The differences between the KOWA VK-2s and the two predicate software devices include the addition of Edge Enhancement and Histogram chart to the image processing of the VK-2s. The VK-2s does not support the image processing functions of cobalt, emboss and redfree and does not support the Drawing function which are functions of the Canon Ophthalmic Software Platform RX.
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The differences between the subject device and the predicate devices are considered to be minor and do not raise new questions of safety or effectiveness. The VK-2s is as safe and effective as the predicate devices, and thus may be considered substantially equivalent.
i. Performance Data
Software verification and validation testing was conducted and documentation was provided as recommended by FDA's Guidance for Industry and FDA Staff, "Guidance for the Content of Premarket Submissions for Software Contained in Medical Devices." The software for this device was considered as a "moderate" level of concern.
Conclusions j.
Kowa's VK-2s is as safe and effective as the previously cleared Canon Ophthalmic Software Platform RX cleared in K173689 and the portable VK-2 component of the Kowa nonmyd α-DIII (K083387). The VK-2s has the same intended use and similar indications for use, similar principles of operation, and similar technological characteristics as the previously cleared predicate device and is therefore substantially equivalent.