K Number
K191855
Device Name
EmFace Device
Manufacturer
Date Cleared
2019-10-29

(111 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
878.4400
Reference & Predicate Devices
Predicate For
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP AuthorizedThirdpartyExpeditedreview
Intended Use

The EmFace Device with Cheek and Chin Applicators is indicated for the temporary relief of minor muscle aches and pain, temporary relief of muscle spasm, and temporary improvement of local blood circulation.

Device Description

The EmFace Device with the Cheek and Chin Applicators is a hands-free, easy to operate system, designed to deliver non-thermal RF energy to the skin and subdermal fat. The RF power levels used by the device can be adjusted from 10 to 50 Watts and the maximum skin temperature cutoff can be adjusted from 35℃ to a maximum of 43℃. The hands-free applicators multiple RF units are sequentially activated over the treatment area. This ensures homogenous and safe heating distribution over the entire treatment area. The EmFace Device consists of an AC/DC power supply unit, two RF generators, controller and user interface including an LCD touch screen. The System RF non-invasive Applicators are connected to the console via a cable. The delivery of the RF Energy is controlled by a Start/Stop button on the LCD screen. The System operates while connected to any of the following applicators: - . Chin Applicator (with three sequentially activated units) or; - . Cheek Applicator (with eight sequentially activated units) The applicator is connected to the main console via a designated cable and a connection port. The applicators' units are adjusted to the patient using an adjustable designated belt set.

AI/ML Overview

The provided text describes the EmFace Device and its submission for FDA 510(k) clearance, asserting its substantial equivalence to a predicate device (InMode PLUS System). The text focuses on safety and performance, rather than specific diagnostic accuracy or classification of medical conditions, which would typically involve detailed acceptance criteria for an AI-powered diagnostic device.

Therefore, many of the requested categories for AI device evaluation are not directly applicable or explicitly stated in the provided documentation, as the device is an electrosurgical cutting and coagulation device.

Here's an attempt to extract relevant information and note where the requested information is not available or applicable based on the provided text:

1. A table of acceptance criteria and the reported device performance

The document does not explicitly define acceptance criteria as pass/fail thresholds for specific clinical outcomes or diagnostic accuracy metrics. Instead, the "acceptance" is based on demonstrating safety and comparable performance to a predicate device, primarily through thermal effects.

Acceptance Criteria (Implied from Safety/Performance Studies)Reported Device Performance (EmFace Device)
Bench Testing (Temperature Build-up):Similar temperature build-up to predicate device at 30W and 50W RF outputs.
- Similar heat transfer/loss characteristics
- Temperature stability
Pre-Clinical (Animal) Study (Thermal Effect):
- No signs of tissue necrosisNo signs of tissue necrosis in porcine tissue in all power levels.
- Measured temperature on tissue surface ~43ºCMeasured temperature on tissue surface around 43ºC and lower in deeper tissue layers.
Clinical Performance (Human Study - Safety):
- Safe use for intended purposeSafe use demonstrated for temporary relief of minor muscle aches and pain, temporary relief of muscle spasm, and temporary improvement of local blood circulation.
- No adverse events reportedNo adverse events reported.
- Desirable skin thermal profile (around 43ºC)Skin thermal profile showed a desirable temperature level of around 43ºC.
- Tolerable discomfort levelsMost subjects endured maximal treatment parameters with mild to moderate discomfort.
- Comparable thermal outcomes to predicate deviceTreatment methodology contributes to the same thermal outcomes obtained by using the respective predicate device for the same intended use.

2. Sample size used for the test set and the data provenance

  • Test Set Sample Size (Clinical Study): Thirty (30) eligible human subject participants.
  • Data Provenance (Clinical Study): Prospective, conducted on human subjects (no specific country of origin mentioned, but the manufacturer is InMode MD Ltd. from Israel).

3. Number of experts used to establish the ground truth for the test set and the qualifications of those experts

This information is not provided in the document. For aesthetic devices like this, "ground truth" related to diagnostic accuracy is not typically established by expert consensus in the same way it would be for an imaging-based AI diagnostic device. The "ground truth" here revolves around safety (e.g., absence of adverse events, temperature readings) and the observation of the device's intended physiological effects, likely performed by the study investigators.

4. Adjudication method for the test set

This information is not provided in the document. Given the nature of the device (electrosurgical for muscle relief, not a diagnostic tool), a formal adjudication process for "truth" in the context of diagnostic agreement (like 2+1 or 3+1) is not typically applicable. Safety observations and temperature measurements would likely be recorded directly by study staff.

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

  • MRMC Study: No, an MRMC study was not done. This type of study is relevant for diagnostic imaging interpretation where human readers (e.g., radiologists) use AI assistance to improve their performance. This device is not an AI diagnostic tool and does not involve "human readers" in this context.
  • Effect Size: Not applicable as no such study was performed.

6. If a standalone (i.e. algorithm only without human-in-the-loop performance) was done

  • The device functions as a standalone electrosurgical device. Its performance is evaluated on its direct physical effects (temperature, tissue response), not as an algorithm making a decision. The clinical study described evaluates the device in its intended operational mode, which is "standalone" in the sense that it directly applies energy without an AI interpretation layer.

7. The type of ground truth used (expert consensus, pathology, outcomes data, etc.)

The "ground truth" for the device's performance relies on several objective and observational measures:

  • Bench Testing: Direct physical measurements (temperature build-up at different power levels).
  • Pre-Clinical (Animal) Study: Histopathological examination (tissue vitality, absence of necrosis) and direct temperature profiling.
  • Clinical Study: Direct thermal measurements on human skin, skin observation for adverse events, and subject reports of discomfort (absence of adverse events and maintenance of target temperature profiles being the positive "ground truth").

8. The sample size for the training set

This information is not applicable/not provided as the EmFace Device is an electrosurgical device, not an AI/machine learning model that requires a training set. The device is hardware-based with software controls; it learns nothing from data.

9. How the ground truth for the training set was established

This information is not applicable as there is no training set for an AI/machine learning model.

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October 29, 2019

InMode MD Ltd. % Amit Goren Regulatory Manager A. Stein - Regulatory Affairs Consulting Ltd. 20 Hata'as Str., Suite 102 Kfar Saba. Israel 4442520

Re: K191855

Trade/Device Name: EmFace Device Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.4400 Regulation Name: Electrosurgical Cutting and Coagulation Device and Accessories Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: PBX Dated: July 4, 2019 Received: September 26, 2019

Dear Amit Goren:

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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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 CFR Part 807); labeling (21 CFR Part 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 mediation-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.

Long Chen, Ph.D. Assistant Director DHT4A: Division of General Surgery Devices OHT4: Office of Surgical and Infection Control Devices Office of Product Evaluation and Quality Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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Indications for Use

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510(k) Number (if known)

K191855

Device Name EmFace Device

Indications for Use (Describe)

The EmFace Device with Cheek and Chin Applicators is indicated for the temporary relief of minor muscle aches and pain, temporary relief of muscle spasm, and temporary improvement of local blood circulation.

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)☑ Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)☐ Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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510(K) SUMMARY

EMFACE DEVICE

510(k) Number K191855

Applicant Name:

Company Name:InMode MD Ltd.
Address:Tabor Building, Shaar YokneamYokneam 20692Israel
Tel:+972-4-9097470
Fax:+972-4-9097471
E-mail:amit@asteinrac.com
Contact Person:
Official Correspondent:Amit Goren
Company Name:A. Stein - Regulatory Affairs Consulting Ltd.
Address:20 Hata'as Str., Suite 102Kfar Saba 4442520 Israel
Tel:+ 972-9-7670002
Fax:+972-9-7668534
E-mail:amit@asteinrac.com
Date Prepared:Oct 24, 2019
Trade Name:EmFace Device
Classification Name:CFR Classification section 878.4400; Productcodes: PBX
Classification:Class II Medical Device
Predicate Device:

The EmFace Device is substantially equivalent to the following predicate device:

Device Main PredicateManufacturer510(k) No.
InMode PLUS SystemInMode MD Ltd.K153568

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Device Description:

The EmFace Device with the Cheek and Chin Applicators is a hands-free, easy to operate system, designed to deliver non-thermal RF energy to the skin and subdermal fat.

The RF power levels used by the device can be adjusted from 10 to 50 Watts and the maximum skin temperature cutoff can be adjusted from 35℃ to a maximum of 43℃. The hands-free applicators multiple RF units are sequentially activated over the treatment area. This ensures homogenous and safe heating distribution over the entire treatment area.

The EmFace Device consists of an AC/DC power supply unit, two RF generators, controller and user interface including an LCD touch screen. The System RF non-invasive Applicators are connected to the console via a cable. The delivery of the RF Energy is controlled by a Start/Stop button on the LCD screen.

The System operates while connected to any of the following applicators:

  • . Chin Applicator (with three sequentially activated units) or;
  • . Cheek Applicator (with eight sequentially activated units)

The applicator is connected to the main console via a designated cable and a connection port. The applicators' units are adjusted to the patient using an adjustable designated belt set.

Main Line Frequency (nominal):50-60 Hz
Input Voltage (nominal):100-240 VAC
Dimension:40.7 cm W x 40.9 cm D x 102.5cm H(16.1" W x 16.1" D x 40.3" H)
System Weight:20 Kg (44 lbs)
Chin Applicator Weight:0.5 Kg (1.1lb)
Cheek Applicator Weight:0.9 Kg (2.0lb)
Maximal RF Output Power:50 Watt
RF Output Frequency:1[MHz] ± 2%

Following are the EmFace Device specifications:

Intended Use/Indication for Use:

The EmFace Device with the Cheek and Chin Applicators is indicated for the temporary relief of minor muscle aches and pain, temporary relief of muscle spasm, and temporary improvement of local blood circulation.

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Performance Standards:

The EmFace Device has been tested and complies with the following FDA recognized consensus standards:

  • · AAMI ANSI ES60601-1:2005/(R)2012 and A1:2012, C1:2009/(R)2012 and A2:2010/(R)2012 (Consolidated Text) Medical electrical equipment - Part 1: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance (IEC 60601-1:2005, MOD).
  • · IEC 60601-1-2 Medical electrical equipment Part 1-2: Collateral Standard: Electromagnetic compatibility -Requirements and tests (2014, 4th Ed.).
  • · IEC 60601-2-2 Medical Electrical Equipment Part 2-2: Particular requirements for the basic safety and essential performance of high frequency surgical equipment and high frequency surgical accessories (2017, 6th Ed.).

Sterilization/Disinfection/Cleaning/Shelf Life/Use life:

The EmFace Device Cheek and Chin Applicators are intended for multiple use and therefore must be cleaned according to the instructions provided in the device Instructions for Use. The device belt set is intended for single use and should be discarded upon a single use completion.

There are no sterilized parts or accessories involved with this device.

The shelf life of the EmFace Device console is 5 years and the shelf life of the EmFace Applicator components is 2 years.

The use life of the EmFace Device Applicator components is 2 years.

Biocompatibility:

The EmFace Device components that come in direct contact with the human body are the device applicator unit's plastic housing and RF electrodes and the applicator adjustable belt set. All of the materials used for the manufacturing of these device components are biocompatible.

Non-Clinical (Bench) Performance Data:

In order to evaluate the similarities of the subject and predicate applicator electrodes in terms of heat transfer/heat loss and temperature stability, the company had performed temperature build up test.

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The results of these tests, measured at two different RF outputs levels (30W and 50W), showed similar temperature build up. This is mainly due to the fact that both the subject and predicate devices deliver the same RF output power and that their electrodes geometry is identical.

Pre-Clinical (Animal) Performance Data:

The EmFace Device with the Cheek and Chin Applicators was evaluated for its thermal effect in an ex-vivo animal study model. The device safety assessment included tissue vitality evaluation and tissue temperature profiling following a single treatment with either the Cheek or Chin Applicators on porcine tissue. The device applicators were operated in different power outputs for the recommended treatment time. The study results revealed no signs of tissue necrosis in all of the animal tissues treated with the device applicators in all power levels. The measured temperature on tissue surface was around 43ºC and lower in deeper tissue layers following the treatment with the device applicators in all power levels.

Clinical Performance Data:

The EmFace Device with the Cheek and Chin Applicators was further evaluated for its safe performance on thirty eligible human subject participants with different age, gender, and Fitzpatrick skin types.

The study consisted of a single treatment followed by immediate photography and thermal measurements of the treatment area per each applicator treatment. Skin observation was done immediately and 24h post treatment and was extended up to 48h following treatment to assess possible skin transient response. Subjects were treated on their Cheek facial area with the Cheek Applicator and on their Chin facial area with the Chin Applicator. Treatment included a maximal number of applicator units according to area size, utilizing maximal RF power setting (50W), at the highest cut-off temperature value (43ºC).

The study results clearly show the safe use of the EmFace Device with the Cheek and the Chin Applicators for its intended use while utilized in accordance with the device operator manual treatment instructions. The temperature measurements along with the skin observation for adverse events show that the treatment methodology of both EmFace Device Applicators contribute for the same thermal outcomes obtained by using the respective predicate device for the same intended use. The safe use of the EmFace Device Applicators was shown on all potential end-users with different age, gender and skin type. No adverse events were reported in this study and the skin thermal profile showed a desirable temperature level of around 43ºC. Most of the subjects endured the maximal

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EmFace Device 510(k) file Section 05 - 510(k) Summary

treatment parameters with mild to moderate discomfort levels. The device safety was shown using the device applicators with the maximal performance specifications applied. Additionally, lower performance specifications that were applied on subjects with low tolerance to maximal performance parameters showed of similar safety outcomes.

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Substantial Equivalence:

The below table summarizes the main comparison aspects between the EmFace Device and its proposed predicate device; the InMode PLUS (FDA cleared in K153568).

CharacteristicSubject DeviceMain Predicate
510(k) file No.K191855K153568
Device NameEmFace DeviceInMode PLUS System
ManufacturerInMode MD Ltd.InMode MD Ltd.
Product Code, ClassPBXClass IIISA PBXClass II
Energy Used / DeliveredRF energy,RF energy
Physical specifications:DimensionsDimensions: WDH16.1x16.1x 40.3 in/40.7x40.9 x102.5 cmDimensions: WDH18.2 x18.2 x40 in /46 x 46 x 100cm
Weight ConsoleWeight: 20 Kg / 44 lbsWeight: 30 Kg / 66 lbs.
Weight Hand piecesChin Applicator 0.5kg [1.1lb]Cheek Applicator 0.90kg [2.00lb]0.110 Kg [0.243 lbs]
Performance Specifications:Main Line Frequency (nominal)50-60Hz50-60 Hz
Input Voltage (nominal)100-240VAC100-240VAC
Input Current (rms)4.0A2.0A
RF Frequency:1 MHz1 MHz
RF electrical power:Up to 50 wattsUp to 50 watts
Pulse duration:Chin and Cheek Applicators:units are sequentiallyactivated - 2 seconds per unitPulse duration mode:Continuous (duringmovement within target area)or Pulsed (maximal pulseduration: 30sec)
Cut off Temperature:35-43°C35-43°C
Standards MetAAMI ANSI ES 60601-1IEC 60601-1-2IEC60601-2-2IEC 60601-1IEC 60601-1-2IEC 60601-2-2

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The device classification and indications for use of the EmFace Device are substantially equivalent to the device classification and indications for use of the predicate device.

The technological characteristics of the subject device is based on that of the predicate device. The EmFace Device comprises similar platform components; AC/DC power supply unit, RF generators, controller and user interface including an LCD touch screen. The EmFace Device design mainly differentiate from its predicate device with the option to perform a hands-free treatment using multiple applicator units, operated sequentially. The device is provided with three units of the Chin applicator and eight units of the Cheek (4 on each cheek side) applicator. With this design change, the applicators' performance specifications, mainly the RF frequency and electrical power, pulse duration, were left unchanged, but the treatment technique has been modified to provide the same performance outcomes to the target area; warm heating of the skin and subdermal layers by non-thermal RF energy. In order to support this design change, a few platform modifications were made including an additional RF generator and an increased input current of 4A to support the multi applicator unit's functionality and an upgrade in system software and hardware components to support the aforementioned change. The EmFace Device is backed up with the safety features as applied in the predicate device systems. The EmFace Device was tested and complies with the safety and EMC standards as requested for RF technology-based devices. The EmFace Device with the Cheek and Chin Applicators was further evaluated for its safe performance in bench temperature build up tests, ex-vivo Animal study and in a human clinical study. The results of these studies demonstrated that the EmFace Device is safe for use as intended and that the minor design differences between the subject and predicate device, mainly in the treatment methodology, do not raise any new safety or effectiveness concerns.

Consequently, it can be concluded that the EmFace Device is substantially equivalent to the InMode PLUS System predicate device, FDA cleared under 510(k) file no. K153568.

Conclusions:

Based on the comparison to the predicate device and on the bench, non-clinical and clinical performance testing results demonstrating that the EmFace Device is as safe and effective as the predicate device, it can be concluded that the EmFace Device is substantially equivalent to the predicate device and therefore, may be legally marketed in the USA.

§ 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.