K Number
K200079
Device Name
ClearPoint System and Accessories
Date Cleared
2020-02-13

(30 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
882.4560
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP Authorized
Intended Use
The ClearPoint System is intended to provide stereotactic quidance for the placement and operation of instruments or devices during planning and operation of neurological procedures within the MRI environment and in conjunction with MR imaging. The ClearPoint System is intended as an integral part of procedures that have traditionally used stereotactic methodology. These procedures include biopsies, catheter and electrode insertion, including deep brain stimulation (DBS) lead placement. The System is intended for use only with 1.5 and 3.0 Tesla MRI scanners.
Device Description
The ClearPoint System is comprised of a workstation laptop with software, the SMARTGrid™ MRI-Guided Planning Grid, the SMARTFrame™ MRI-Guided Trajectory Frame, the SMARTFrame™ Accessory Kit and the SMARTFrame™ Thumbwheel Extension. The SMARTGrid and associated Marking Tool are designed to assist the physician to precisely position the entry hole as called out in the trajectory planning software. The SMARTFrame is an Adjustable Trajectory Frame (ATF) that provides the guidance and fixation for neurosurgical tools. The MRI visible fluids of the Targeting Cannula along with the fiducial markers in the base of the frame allows for trajectory feedback when the physician views the MRI images, makes changes and confirms with subsequent MR images. The ClearPoint System can be used with any MRI-compatible head fixation frame to immobilize the patient's head with respect to the scanner table, as well as with any imaging coil(s) (supplied by scanner manufacturers) that meet the physician's desired imaging quality. MRI Interventions also supplies an optional head fixation frame that can be used with the ClearPoint System. The ClearPoint Workstation includes the following: 1. ClearPoint Workstation Software (for trajectory planning and monitoring) 2. Laptop Computer The hardware components of the current ClearPoint System are the SMARTFrame and Accessories. They are all single use devices that are provided sterile. They include the following: 1. SMARTGrid MRI Planning Grid (interacts with the software to determine the desired location of the burr hole) a. Marking Grid b. Marking Tool 2. SMARTFrame Pack (SMARTFrame or SMARTFrame XG) a. SMARTFrame ("ATF") with Base b. Centering Device and Wharen Centering Guide c. Dock d. Device Lock (2 different diameters) e. Screwdriver f. Roll Lock Screw and Washer 3. Thumbwheel Extension 4. Accessory Kit a. Peel-away Sheath (2) b. Stylet c. Lancet d. Depth Stop (2) e. Ruler 5. Scalp Mount Base 6. Guide Tubes and Device Guide Packs (Guide Cannulas). MRI Interventions Devices that can also be used with ClearPoint 1. SmartTip Drill Bit Kit 2. MRI Hand Drill 3. SmartFrame MR Fiducial 4. MRI Neuro Procedure Drape 5. Camera Fiberscope Accessory Kit 6. ClearPoint Pursuit
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The summary describes a stereotactic guidance system with hardware and software for trajectory planning and monitoring, but there is no mention of AI or ML in the device description, intended use, or performance studies.

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The ClearPoint System is a surgical guidance system that provides stereotactic guidance for instrument placement during neurological procedures within an MRI environment. It assists in procedures like biopsies, catheter/electrode insertion, and DBS lead placement, but it does not directly treat a disease or condition itself.

No

The device is intended to provide stereotactic guidance for the placement and operation of instruments or devices during neurological procedures, not to diagnose a condition.

No

The device description explicitly lists multiple hardware components, including the SMARTGrid, SMARTFrame, and various accessories, in addition to the software.

Based on the provided information, the ClearPoint System is not an IVD (In Vitro Diagnostic) device.

Here's why:

  • Intended Use: The intended use clearly states that the system is for "stereotactic guidance for the placement and operation of instruments or devices during planning and operation of neurological procedures within the MRI environment and in conjunction with MR imaging." This describes a surgical guidance system, not a device used to examine specimens derived from the human body to provide information for diagnosis, monitoring, or treatment.
  • Device Description: The components described are hardware and software for surgical planning and guidance (frames, grids, cannulas, software for trajectory planning). There is no mention of reagents, calibrators, controls, or any components typically associated with in vitro testing of biological samples.
  • Lack of IVD Characteristics: The description does not mention analyzing biological samples (blood, tissue, etc.) or providing diagnostic information based on such analysis.

Therefore, the ClearPoint System falls under the category of a surgical guidance system, not an In Vitro Diagnostic device.

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Intended Use / Indications for Use

The ClearPoint System is intended to provide stereotactic quidance for the placement and operation of instruments or devices during planning and operation of neurological procedures within the MRI environment and in conjunction with MR imaging. The ClearPoint System is intended as an integral part of procedures that have traditionally used stereotactic methodology. These procedures include biopsies, catheter and electrode insertion, including deep brain stimulation (DBS) lead placement. The System is intended for use only with 1.5 and 3.0 Tesla MRI scanners.

Product codes (comma separated list FDA assigned to the subject device)

HAW

Device Description

The ClearPoint System is comprised of a workstation laptop with software, the SMARTGrid™ MRI-Guided Planning Grid, the SMARTFrame™ MRI-Guided Trajectory Frame, the SMARTFrame™ Accessory Kit and the SMARTFrame™ Thumbwheel Extension.

The SMARTGrid and associated Marking Tool are designed to assist the physician to precisely position the entry hole as called out in the trajectory planning software.

The SMARTFrame is an Adjustable Trajectory Frame (ATF) that provides the guidance and fixation for neurosurgical tools. The MRI visible fluids of the Targeting Cannula along with the fiducial markers in the base of the frame allows for trajectory feedback when the physician views the MRI images, makes changes and confirms with subsequent MR images. The ClearPoint System can be used with any MRI-compatible head fixation frame to immobilize the patient's head with respect to the scanner table, as well as with any imaging coil(s) (supplied by scanner manufacturers) that meet the physician's desired imaging quality. MRI Interventions also supplies an optional head fixation frame that can be used with the ClearPoint System.

The ClearPoint Workstation includes the following:

  1. ClearPoint Workstation Software (for trajectory planning and monitoring)
  2. Laptop Computer

The hardware components of the current ClearPoint System are the SMARTFrame and Accessories. They are all single use devices that are provided sterile. They include the following:

  1. SMARTGrid MRI Planning Grid (interacts with the software to determine the desired location of the burr hole)
    a. Marking Grid
    b. Marking Tool
  2. SMARTFrame Pack (SMARTFrame or SMARTFrame XG)
    a. SMARTFrame ("ATF") with Base
    b. Centering Device and Wharen Centering Guide
    c. Dock
    d. Device Lock (2 different diameters)
    e. Screwdriver
    f. Roll Lock Screw and Washer
  3. Thumbwheel Extension
  4. Accessory Kit
    a. Peel-away Sheath (2)
    b. Stylet
    c. Lancet
    d. Depth Stop (2)
    e. Ruler
  5. Scalp Mount Base
  6. Guide Tubes and Device Guide Packs (Guide Cannulas).

MRI Interventions Devices that can also be used with ClearPoint

  1. SmartTip Drill Bit Kit
  2. MRI Hand Drill
  3. SmartFrame MR Fiducial
  4. MRI Neuro Procedure Drape
  5. Camera Fiberscope Accessory Kit
  6. ClearPoint Pursuit

Mentions image processing

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Mentions AI, DNN, or ML

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Input Imaging Modality

MRI

Anatomical Site

Neurological procedures

Indicated Patient Age Range

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Intended User / Care Setting

Physician, MRI environment

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)

The modifications of the ClearPoint System were conducted in conformance with the company's design control procedures. Design inputs provided the requirements for the respective product specifications. Design Verification was performed relative to these specifications with acceptable results. These tests included verification of physical, performance, and safety requirements, as well as benchtop accuracy testing. Risk analysis was performed with mitigation of all identified risks to acceptable levels. The tests and risk analysis demonstrated that the modified ClearPoint system functions as intended and is substantially equivalent to the legally marketed ClearPoint System.

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.

K181195

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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§ 882.4560 Stereotaxic instrument.

(a)
Identification. A stereotaxic instrument is a device consisting of a rigid frame with a calibrated guide mechanism for precisely positioning probes or other devices within a patient's brain, spinal cord, or other part of the nervous system.(b)
Classification. Class II (performance standards).

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February 13, 2020

MRI Interventions, Inc % John Smith, M.D., J.D. Partner Hogan Lovells US LLP 555 Thirteenth St. N.W. Washington, District of Columbia 20004

Re: K200079

Trade/Device Name: ClearPoint System and Accessories Regulation Number: 21 CFR 882.4560 Regulation Name: Stereotaxic Instrument Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: HAW Dated: January 14, 2020 Received: January 14, 2020

Dear John Smith:

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,

Matthew Krueger, M.S.E. Assistant Director DHT5A: Division of Neurosurgical, Neurointerventional and Neurodiagnostic Devices OHT5: Office of Neurological and Physical Medicine Devices Office of Product Evaluation and Quality Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Food and Drug Administration Indications for Use

510(k) Number (if known)

K200079

Device Name

ClearPoint System

Indications for Use (Describe)

The ClearPoint System is intended to provide stereotactic quidance for the placement and operation of instruments or devices during planning and operation of neurological procedures within the MRI environment and in conjunction with MR imaging. The ClearPoint System is intended as an integral part of procedures that have traditionally used stereotactic methodology. These procedures include biopsies, catheter and electrode insertion, including deep brain stimulation (DBS) lead placement. The System is intended for use only with 1.5 and 3.0 Tesla MRI scanners.

Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
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区 Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)

□ Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)

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510(k) SUMMARY

MRI Interventions ClearPoint System

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

Hogan Lovells, US LLP 555 Thirteenth Street, NW Washington, DC 20004 Phone: 202-637-5600 Fax: 202-637-5910

Contact Person: John J. Smith, M.D., J.D. Date Prepared: January 14, 2020

Name of Device and Name/Address of Sponsor

ClearPoint System™ MRI Interventions, Inc. 5 Musick Irvine, CA 92618

Common or Usual Name: Neurological Stereotaxic Instrument

Classification: 21 C.F.R. §882.4560

Product Code: HAW

Predicate Device: ClearPoint System and Accessories (K181195)

Purpose of the Special 510(k) notice.

The ClearPoint System and Accessories is a modification to the predicate ClearPoint System and Accessories (K181195).

Intended Use

The ClearPoint System is intended to provide stereotactic quidance for the placement and operation of instruments or devices during planning and operation of neurological procedures within the MRI environment and in conjunction with MR imaging. The ClearPoint System is intended as an integral part of procedures that have traditionally used stereotactic methodology. These procedures include biopsies, catheter and electrode insertion, including deep brain stimulation (DBS) lead placement. The System is intended for use only with 1.5 and 3.0 Tesla MRI scanners.

Device Description

The ClearPoint System is comprised of a workstation laptop with software, the SMARTGrid™ MRI-Guided Planning Grid, the SMARTFrame™ MRI-Guided Trajectory Frame, the SMARTFrame™ Accessory Kit and the SMARTFrame™ Thumbwheel Extension.

The SMARTGrid and associated Marking Tool are designed to assist the physician to precisely position the entry hole as called out in the trajectory planning software.

The SMARTFrame is an Adjustable Trajectory Frame (ATF) that provides the guidance and fixation

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for neurosurgical tools. The MRI visible fluids of the Targeting Cannula along with the fiducial markers in the base of the frame allows for trajectory feedback when the physician views the MRI images, makes changes and confirms with subsequent MR images. The ClearPoint System can be used with any MRI-compatible head fixation frame to immobilize the patient's head with respect to the scanner table, as well as with any imaging coil(s) (supplied by scanner manufacturers) that meet the physician's desired imaging quality. MRI Interventions also supplies an optional head fixation frame that can be used with the ClearPoint System.

The ClearPoint Workstation includes the following:

    1. ClearPoint Workstation Software (for trajectory planning and monitoring)
    1. Laptop Computer

The hardware components of the current ClearPoint System are the SMARTFrame and Accessories. They are all single use devices that are provided sterile. They include the following:

  1. SMARTGrid MRI Planning Grid (interacts with the software to determine the desired location of the burr hole)
  • a. Marking Grid
  • b. Marking Tool
    1. SMARTFrame Pack (SMARTFrame or SMARTFrame XG)
    • a. SMARTFrame ("ATF") with Base
    • b. Centering Device and Wharen Centering Guide
    • c. Dock
    • d. Device Lock (2 different diameters)
    • e. Screwdriver
    • f. Roll Lock Screw and Washer
    1. Thumbwheel Extension
    1. Accessory Kit
    • a. Peel-away Sheath (2)
    • b. Stylet
    • c. Lancet
    • d. Depth Stop (2)
    • e. Ruler
    1. Scalp Mount Base
    1. Guide Tubes and Device Guide Packs (Guide Cannulas).

MRI Interventions Devices that can also be used with ClearPoint

    1. SmartTip Drill Bit Kit
    1. MRI Hand Drill
    1. SmartFrame MR Fiducial
    1. MRI Neuro Procedure Drape
    1. Camera Fiberscope Accessory Kit
    1. ClearPoint Pursuit

Technological Characteristics

Modifications of the predicate MRII ClearPoint System are:

    1. There are two new Accessory Kits that are being made available: A 5 Fr Accessory Kit, and a 7 Fr Accessory Kit. The new Accessory Kits have slightly larger-sized Stylets, Lancets, and Peel Away Sheaths than the current Accessory Kit. The materials used in the new Accessory Kit components are identical to the predicate device components. There are new Device Guides with slightly larqer ID's that are to be used with the corresponding larger Peel Away Sheaths. There are new Device Locks and Docks with slightly larger ID's that are to be used with the corresponding larger Peel Away Sheaths.

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  • i. The new 5 Fr Accessory Kit has a 0.067" OD Stylet, a 0.067" OD Lancet, two 0.100" ID Depth Stops, a Ruler, and two 5 Fr ID (0.070" ID) Peel Away Sheaths.
  • ii. The new 7 Fr Accessory Kit has a 0.097" OD Stylet, a 0.097" OD Lancet, two 0.100" ID Depth Stops, a nylon Ruler, and two 7 Fr ID (0.098" ID) Peel Away Sheaths.
    1. There are two new Device Guides for use with the new Accessory Kit Peel-Away Sheath sizes. The 2.5-mm (0.099") ID Device Guide is available to be used with the 5-Fr ID Peel Away Sheath. The 3.2-mm (0.128") ID Device Guide is available to be used with the 7-Fr ID Peel Away Sheath.
    1. There are two new SmartFrame XG Kits: A 5 Fr Kit and a 7 Fr Kit. The new kits contain Device Locks and Docks to be used with the 5 Fr or 7 Fr Accessory Kits. There is a 0.078" ID Device Lock for use with the 5 Fr Stylet, and a 0.100" ID Device Lock for use with the 7 Fr Stylet. There is a 0.104" ID Dock for use with the 5 Fr Peel Away Sheath, and a 0.140" ID Dock for use with the 7 Fr Peel Away Sheath.

All of the technological characteristics are identical to the predicate ClearPoint System and Accessories. Materials, form, function, interface with other components, and user interface are identical.

Performance Data

The modifications of the ClearPoint System were conducted in conformance with the company's design control procedures. Design inputs provided the requirements for the respective product specifications. Design Verification was performed relative to these specifications with acceptable results. These tests included verification of physical, performance, and safety requirements, as well as benchtop accuracy testing. Risk analysis was performed with mitigation of all identified risks to acceptable levels. The tests and risk analysis demonstrated that the modified ClearPoint system functions as intended and is substantially equivalent to the legally marketed ClearPoint System.

Substantial Equivalence

The modifications to the ClearPoint System and accessories were made in conformance with the company's design control procedures. Performance testing established the substantial equivalence of the modified ClearPoint System and accessories to the predicate ClearPoint System and accessories, including design verification testing.

The ClearPoint System and accessories has the same intended use and indications for use and the same technological characteristics and principles of operation as the predicate ClearPoint System and accessories. The minor dimensional differences between the ClearPoint System and accessories and its predicate raise no new issues of safety and effectiveness. Thus, the modifications are substantially equivalent to the previously cleared ClearPoint System and accessories.

Conclusions

The ClearPoint System and accessories has the same intended use and indications for use and the same technological characteristics and principles of operation as the predicate ClearPoint System and accessories. The minor dimensional differences between the ClearPoint System and accessories and its predicate raise no new issues of safety and effectiveness. Thus, the modified devices are substantially equivalent to the previously cleared ClearPoint System and accessories.