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No
The description details image processing techniques (weighted subtraction, motion compensation) but does not mention AI, ML, or related terms. The performance study focuses on image quality assessment by radiologists, not on the performance of an AI/ML algorithm.
No
The device is described as an x-ray system for diagnostic imaging, used to produce images for diagnosis, not for treating a condition.
Yes.
The "Intended Use / Indications for Use" section explicitly states: "The device is a permanently installed diagnostic x-ray system for general radiographic x-ray imaging including tomography."
No
The device is a permanently installed diagnostic x-ray system with hardware modifications (collimator filter wheel change) in addition to the software features.
Based on the provided information, this device is not an IVD (In Vitro Diagnostic).
Here's why:
- IVD Definition: In Vitro Diagnostic devices are used to examine specimens (like blood, urine, or tissue) taken from the human body to provide information for diagnosis, monitoring, or screening.
- Device Function: This device is an X-ray system. It uses radiation to create images of the inside of the body. It does not analyze biological specimens.
- Intended Use: The intended use is for "general radiographic x-ray imaging including tomography" and "dual energy chest imaging." This involves imaging the patient directly, not analyzing samples from the patient.
Therefore, this device falls under the category of medical imaging devices, not In Vitro Diagnostic devices.
N/A
Intended Use / Indications for Use
The device is a permanently installed diagnostic x-ray system for general radiographic x-ray imaging including tomography. This device also supports dual energy chest imaging. The tomography and dual energy features are not to be used for imaging pediatric patients.
Product codes
KPR
Device Description
The modified Carestream DRX-Evolution/Plus is a stationary x-ray system with expanded capability to be used for Dual Energy adult chest radiographs. The only hardware change to the system to incorporate the Dual Energy functionality is a change to the existing collimator filter wheel. The previously cleared x-ray system contains a collimator filter wheel with multiple filters. For the Dual Energy Feature, a 0.5mm silver (Ag) filter was added to the 1mm aluminum (Al) filter location. This modified collimator filter wheel can be used for both general radiography and Dual Energy examinations.
The Dual Energy Feature is an imaging technique that takes advantage of the differential, energy-dependent absorption properties of bone and soft tissue structures in human anatomy. The operation consist of capturing two radiographic images of a patient in rapid succession, one at a relatively lower energy X-ray exposure compared to the second at a relatively higher energy exposure. These images are then subject to a weighted subtraction that can remove structures and produce three processed images, a Standard-of-Care image, a bone image, and a soft tissue image.
The Dual Energy Feature software includes a motion compensation option to suppress artifact due to involuntary patient motion that can occur between image acquisitions.
The DRX-Evolution/Plus system was cleared for use with tomography in a previous submission.
Mentions image processing
Yes
Mentions AI, DNN, or ML
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Input Imaging Modality
X-Ray
Anatomical Site
Chest
Indicated Patient Age Range
Adult
Intended User / Care Setting
Permanently installed diagnostic x-ray system
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
A chest phantom was used in dual energy imaging tests for the demonstration of the overall image quality and the radiation exposure. This phantom is anthropomorphic both in appearance, size, and x-ray attenuation characteristics. As the phantom only mimics a medium-to-small sized adult patient, we simulated larger sized patients by adding additional PMMA plates, each of 2.5 cm in thickness, to the phantom.
Posterial-anterial projection views were taken on the wall bucky at 180 cm SID, and anterial-posterial projection views were taken from the table bucky at 110 cm SID, which is the same as how the patient images are taken during normal clinical practices. Antiscatter grids and automatic exposure control were used, as these are required for dual energy imaging. Test results demonstrated that the phantom imaging exposure levels represent the routine imaging conditions intended for clinical use.
Summary of Performance Studies (study type, sample size, AUC, MRMC, standalone performance, key results)
Study Type: Non-clinical (bench) testing, Clinical Reader Study.
Sample Size: 120 Dual Energy studies for the clinical reader study.
Key Results:
- Bench testing demonstrated intended workflow, performance, function, verification and validation, and reliability of the system software requirements. Predefined acceptance criteria were met, demonstrating the device is safe, effective, and performs as well as or better than the predicate device.
- Phantom imaging tests demonstrated overall image quality and radiation exposure, with exposure levels representing routine clinical imaging conditions.
- The clinical reader study, evaluated by three board-certified radiologists using a graduated 4-point RadLex rating scale, found that the Dual Energy Feature delivers quality imaging performance rated "diagnostic (3) or better when processed with or without patient motion artifact reduction."
- Clinical data provided demonstrated that the low KV and high KV images are of comparable image quality to a standard/conventional PA chest radiograph.
Key Metrics (Sensitivity, Specificity, PPV, NPV, etc.)
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Predicate Device(s)
Reference Device(s)
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Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP) - All Relevant Information
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§ 892.1680 Stationary x-ray system.
(a)
Identification. A stationary x-ray system is a permanently installed diagnostic system intended to generate and control x-rays for examination of various anatomical regions. This generic type of device may include signal analysis and display equipment, patient and equipment supports, component parts, and accessories.(b)
Classification. Class II (special controls). A radiographic contrast tray or radiology diagnostic kit intended for use with a stationary x-ray system only is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 892.9.
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Carestream Health, Inc. c/o Carolyn Wagner Director Regulatory Affairs, Clearance and Surveillance 150 Verona Street ROCHESTER, NY 14608
November 4, 2019
Re: K190330
Trade/Device Name: DRX-Evolution/Plus with Dual Energy Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.1680 Regulation Name: Stationary X-Ray System Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: KPR Dated: February 12, 2019 Received: February 14, 2019
Dear Carolyn Wagner:
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.
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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801); medical device reporting of medical device-related adverse events) (21 CFR 803) for devices or postmarketing safety reporting (21 CFR 4, Subpart B) for combination products (see https://www.fda.gov/combination-products/guidance-regulatory-information/postmarketing-safety-reportingcombination-products); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820) for devices or current good manufacturing practices (21 CFR 4, Subpart A) for combination products; and, if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050.
Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR Part 807.97). For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803), please go to https://www.fda.gov/medical-device-safety/medical-device-reportingmdr-how-report-medical-device-problems.
For comprehensive regulatory information about medical devices and radiation-emitting products, including information about labeling regulations, please see Device Advice (https://www.fda.gov/medicaldevices/device-advice-comprehensive-regulatory-assistance) and CDRH Learn (https://www.fda.gov/training-and-continuing-education/cdrh-learn). Additionally, you may contact the Division of Industry and Consumer Education (DICE) to ask a question about a specific regulatory topic. See the DICE website (https://www.fda.gov/medical-device-advice-comprehensive-regulatoryassistance/contact-us-division-industry-and-consumer-education-dice) for more information or contact DICE by email (DICE@fda.hhs.gov) or phone (1-800-638-2041 or 301-796-7100).
Sincerely,
For
Thalia T. Mills, Ph.D. Director Division of Radiological Health OHT7: Office of In Vitro Diagnostics and Radiological Health Office of Product Evaluation and Quality Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K190330
Device Name DRX-Evolution/Plus with Dual Energy
Indications for Use (Describe)
The device is a permanently installed diagnostic x-ray system for general radiographic x-ray imaging including tomography. This device also supports dual energy chest imaging. The tomography and dual energy features are not to be used for imaging pediatric patients.
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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Carestream
K190330
"510(k) Summary"
| 510(k) Owner Name:
510(k) Owner Address: | Carestream Health, Inc.
150 Verona Street
Rochester, NY, 14608 |
|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| 510(k) Owner Phone:
510(k) Owner Fax: | 585-627-6505
585-627-8802 |
| Contact Person & Info: | Carolyn Wagner
Director Regulatory Affairs
carolyn.wagner@carestream.com
585-627-6588 |
| Date Summary Prepared: | November 1, 2019 |
| Device Trade Name:
Device Common Name:
Classification Name:
Device Class:
Device Code:
Regulation Number:
Primary Predicate Device:
Device Common Name:
Classification Name:
Device Class:
Device Code:
Regulation Number: | DRX-Evolution/Plus with Dual Energy
System, X-Ray, Stationary
Stationary x-ray system
II
KPR
21 CFR 892.1680
Carestream DRX-Evolution/Plus
System, X-Ray, Stationary
Stationary x-ray system
II
KPR
21 CFR 892.1680
Manufactured by: Carestream Health, Inc.
510(k) No.: K163203 (12/13/2016) |
| Secondary Predicate Device:
Device Common Name:
Classification Name:
Device Class:
Device Code:
Regulation Number: | Dual Energy and Tissue Equalization Software Option
System, X-Ray, Stationary
Stationary X-ray System
II
KPR
21 CFR 892.1680
Manufactured by: General Electric Medical Systems
510(k) No.: K013481 (11/02/2001) |
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Device Description:
The modified Carestream DRX-Evolution/Plus is a stationary x-ray system with expanded capability to be used for Dual Energy adult chest radiographs. The only hardware change to the system to incorporate the Dual Energy functionality is a change to the existing collimator filter wheel. The previously cleared x-ray system contains a collimator filter wheel with multiple filters. For the Dual Energy Feature, a 0.5mm silver (Ag) filter was added to the 1mm aluminum (Al) filter location. This modified collimator filter wheel can be used for both general radiography and Dual Energy examinations.
The Dual Energy Feature is an imaging technique that takes advantage of the differential, energy-dependent absorption properties of bone and soft tissue structures in human anatomy. The operation consist of capturing two radiographic images of a patient in rapid succession, one at a relatively lower energy X-ray exposure compared to the second at a relatively higher energy exposure. These images are then subject to a weighted subtraction that can remove structures and produce three processed images, a Standard-of-Care image, a bone image, and a soft tissue image.
The Dual Energy Feature software includes a motion compensation option to suppress artifact due to involuntary patient motion that can occur between image acquisitions.
The DRX-Evolution/Plus system was cleared for use with tomography in a previous submission.
Indications for Use / Intended Use:
The Indications for Use for the device, as described in its labeling, are:
"The device is a permanently installed diagnostic x-ray system for general radiographic x-ray imaging including tomography. This device also supports dual energy chest imaging. The tomography and dual energy features are not to be used for imaging pediatric patients."
The intended use for this device, as determined by descriptions and the proposed labeling contained in this submission, is similar to the Indications for Use statement provided above.
The Indications for Use for the subject device is the similar as that for the predicate device and the intended use remains unchanged. Any variation in features or technical specifications have been identified and addressed through testing (described below) to support a substantial equivalence determination.
Substantial Equivalence:
Based upon information provided within this submission, we believe that the Dual Energy Feature is substantially equivalent to the legally marketed DRX-Evolution/Plus with ImageView software (primary predicate device) and to the Dual Energy and Tissue Equalization Software Options (secondary predicate device).
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The DRX-Evolution/Plus with ImageView software (primary predicate device) operates the same as the modified DRX-Evolution/Plus with Dual Energy (subject device) except for the specific software and hardware modifications that enable dual energy adult chest examinations. These modifications consist of the addition of a 0.5mm silver (Ag) filter to the 1mm aluminum (Al) filter location and the dual energy software.
The Dual Energy and Tissue Equalization Software Options (secondary predicate) and the DRX-Evolution/Plus with Dual Energy (subject device) both capture a high and a low energy exposure of a patient in rapid succession. Both devices produce a bone image, a soft tissue image, and a composite image and have motion correction algorithms to compensate for subtle body movements. Both devices send three images to the operator's desired destination for diagnosis at the completion of the exam. These include a Standard-of-Care image, a bone image and a soft tissue image. The secondary predicate uses a fixed filtration for the high and low energy exposures while the subject device uses two different filtrations for the two exposures.
Refer to Table 1 below for a summary of the similarities and differences between the subject device and both the primary and secondary predicates.
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| | Primary Predicate:
Carestream DRX-
Evolution | Secondary Predicate:
Dual Energy and Tissue
Equilization Software Options
for Digital Radiographic
Systems | Subject Device:
DRX-Evolution with Dual
Energy Feature for Digital
Radiographic Systems |
|----------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| 510(k) No. | K163203 | K013481 | K190330 |
| Indications for Use | The device is a permanently
installed diagnostic x-ray
system for general
radiographic x-ray imaging
including tomography. The
tomography feature is not to
be used for imaging pediatric
patients. | Dual Energy and Tissue
Equalization software options are
intended for use in generating
digital radiographic images of
human anatomy. This device is
not intended for mammographic
applications. | The device is a permanently
installed diagnostic x-ray system
for general radiographic x-ray
imaging including tomography and
dual energy. The tomography and
dual energy features are not to be
used for imaging pediatric patients. |
| Number of x-ray
exposures in a DE exam | N/A | Two | Two |
| X-ray beam energies | N/A | 60 kVp and 120 kVp | 70 kVp and 120 kVp |
| Additional x-ray beam
filtration | N/A | Fixed filtration: same filter for
both exposures. | Differential filtration: 0.1 mm Cu at
70 kVp, and 0.5 mm Ag at 120
kVp |
| Time interval between
exposures | N/A | 200 ms | 250 ms |
| Detector Matrix | DRX1 Plus GOS, CsI 3543
(2560 x 3072 x 16 bit)
DRX1 Plus GOS, CsI 4343
(3072 x 3072 x 16 bit) | FDR D-EVO Advanced C43A
(2816 x 2817 x 16 bit)
0.150 mm pixel pitch | DRX1 Plus CsI 3543
(2560 x 3072 x 16 bit)
DRX1 Plus CsI 4343
(3072 x 3072 x 16 bit) |
| | 0.139 mm pixel pitch | | 0.139 mm pixel pitch |
| Detector scintillator
material and imaging area | CsI, GOS
350 mm x 430 mm
430 mm x 430 mm | CsI
422 x 422 mm | CsI
350 mm x 430 mm
430 mm x 430 mm |
| Automatic Image
Subtraction | N/A | Yes: one bone image with soft
tissue information removed, and
one soft tissue image with bone
information removed | Yes: one bone image with soft
tissue information removed, and
one soft tissue image with bone
information removed |
| Automatic involuntary
patient motion reduction | N/A | Yes | Yes |
| Images sent to
destination for diagnosis | N/A | Three images: standard of care
(high kVp), soft tissue, and bone | Three images: standard of care
(low kVp, high kVp, or
composite), soft tissue, and bone |
| 1
| 'able | 1 |
|---|---|
| ------------ | --- |
Discussion of Testing
The performance characteristics and operation / usability of the Dual Energy Feature were evaluated in non-clinical (bench) testing. These studies have demonstrated the intended workflow, related performance, overall function, verification and validation of requirements for intended use, and reliability of the system software requirements. Non-clinical test results have demonstrated that the device conforms to its specifications. Predefined acceptance criteria were met and demonstrated that the device is as safe, as effective, and performs as well as or better than the predicate device.
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A chest phantom was used in dual energy imaging tests for the demonstration of the overall image quality and the radiation exposure. This phantom is anthropomorphic both in appearance, size, and x-ray attenuation characteristics. As the phantom only mimics a medium-to-small sized adult patient, we simulated larger sized patients by adding additional PMMA plates, each of 2.5 cm in thickness, to the phantom.
Posterial-anterial projection views were taken on the wall bucky at 180 cm SID, and anterial-posterial projection views were taken from the table bucky at 110 cm SID, which is the same as how the patient images are taken during normal clinical practices. Antiscatter grids and automatic exposure control were used, as these are required for dual energy imaging. Test results demonstrated that the phantom imaging exposure levels represent the routine imaging conditions intended for clinical use.
A clinical reader study was completed to evaluate the imaging performance of the Dual Energy software. The purpose of the study was to demonstrate the diagnostic image quality of the Dual Energy software with and without patient motion artifact reduction. A total number of one-hundred and twenty (120) Dual Energy studies were evaluated by three (3) board certified radiologists using a graduated 4 point RadLex rating scale based on diagnostic image quality (with a rating of 1 being non-diagnostic to a rating of 4 being exemplary). Results of the study were that the Dual Energy Feature delivers quality imaging performance that is rated diagnostic (3) or better when processed with or without patient motion artifact reduction.
Clinical data was provided in this submission to demonstrate that the low KV and high KV images are of comparable image quality to a standard/conventional PA chest radiograph.
Conclusion
Bench testing and clinical study results have demonstrated that the DRX-Evolution/Plus system with Dual Energy software feature is safe and effective. The information contained within this submission demonstrates that the device is as safe and effective as the primary and secondary predicate devices, and therefore supports a claim of substantial equivalence.
A Failure Modes Effects Analysis (FMEA) was performed to identify and assess potential risks to patients and/or users associated with the Dual Energy feature/functionality. This analysis included an assessment of controls currently included in the design of the product as well as identification of activities to be completed in order to: 1) gather additional information to ensure design robustness with respect to implementation of Dual Energy. 2) develop additional design features as needed to mitigate new risks, and 3) identify additional training to be conducted for operators.
The DRX-Evolution/Plus system conforms to the following safety standards:
IEC 60601-1 IEC 60601-1-2
AG5257 Template No. 9J9055
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IEC 60601-1-3 IEC 60601-1-6 IEC 62366 IEC 60601-2-54
In addition, the device conforms to applicable federal performance standards under 21 CFR 1020.
Carestream products (including the DRX-Evolution/Plus) are developed and tested to ensure quality in conformance with the FDA guidance document "Guidance for the Content of Premarket Submissions for Software Contained in Medical Devices".