(198 days)
No
The document describes image processing, quantification, and comparison tools, but does not mention AI, ML, or related terms like deep learning or neural networks. The performance studies section focuses on verification and validation of functional requirements, not on training or testing of AI/ML models.
No.
The device is described as a software-only medical device used for medical diagnostic applications, specifically for viewing, manipulation, quantification, analysis, and comparison of medical images to aid in disease management and radiotherapy treatment planning. It does not perform any therapeutic intervention.
Yes
The "Intended Use / Indications for Use" section explicitly states that the device comprises "medical diagnostic applications" and is intended to "aid in the management of diseases."
Yes
The device description explicitly states "syngo.via MI Workflows is a software-only medical device".
Based on the provided text, this device is not an In Vitro Diagnostic (IVD).
Here's why:
- IVDs analyze samples taken from the human body (like blood, urine, tissue). The description of syngo.via MI workflows focuses entirely on the processing, analysis, and visualization of medical images acquired from imaging modalities like PET, NM, CT, and MR.
- The intended use is to aid in the management of diseases through image analysis. This is distinct from the diagnostic information provided by analyzing biological samples.
The device is clearly a medical image processing and analysis software, not a device that performs tests on biological specimens.
N/A
Intended Use / Indications for Use
syngo.via molecular imaging (MI) workflows comprise medical diagnostic applications for viewing, manipulation, quantification, analysis and comparison of medical images from single or multiple imaging modalities with one or more time-points. These workflows support functional data, such as positron emission tomography (PET) or nuclear medicine (NM), as well as anatomical datasets, such as computed tomography (CT) or magnetic resonance (MR), syngo.via MI workflows can perform harmonization of SUV (PET) across different PET systems or different PET reconstruction methods.
syngo.via MI workflows are intended to be utilized by appropriately trained health care professionals to aid in the management of diseases, including those associated with oncology, neurology, and organ function. The images and results produced by the syngo.via MI workflows can also be used by the physician to aid in radiotherapy treatment planning.
Product codes
QIH, LLZ
Device Description
syngo.via MI Workflows is a software-only medical device which will be delivered on CD-ROM / DVD to be installed onto the commercially available Siemens syngo.via software platform (K191040) by trained service personnel.
syngo.via molecular imaging (MI) workflows comprise medical diagnostic applications for viewing, manipulation, quantification, analysis and comparison of medical images from single or multiple imaging modalities with one or more time-points. These workflows support functional data, such as positron emission tomography (PET) or nuclear medicine (NM), as well as anatomical datasets, such as computed tomography (CT) or magnetic resonance (MR).
synqo.via MI Workflows enable visualization of information that would otherwise have to be visually compared disjointedly. syngo.via MI workflows are intended to be utilized by appropriately trained health care professionals to aid in the management of diseases, including those associated with oncology, cardiology, neurology, and organ function. The images and results produced by the syngo.via MI workflows can also be used by the physician to aid in radiotherapy treatment planning.
Scenium is a previously cleared software device (K191309) that assists in the display and analysis of images within the MI Neurology workflow of syngo.via MI Workflows. This software enables visualization and appropriate rendering of multimodality data, providing a number of features which enable the user to process acquired image data.
Scenium consists of four workflows:
- Database Comparison
- -Striatal Analysis
- -Cortical Analysis
- -Subtraction
The Scenium workflows are used to assist the clinician with the visual evaluation, assessment and quantification of pathologies, such as dementia (i.e., Alzheimer's), movement disorders (i.e., Parkinson's) and seizure analysis (i.e., Epilepsy).
syngo MBF is a software only product intended for visualization, assessment and quantification of medical images: specifically providing quantitative blood flow measurements of PET images. The software sites within the MI Cardiology workflow within syngo.Via MI Workflows. The application supports dynamic Rubidium - PET and dynamic Ammonia – PET images. The application provides visualization and measurement tools, for qualitative and quantitative visualization and assessment of the input data. It provides automatic and manual tools to orient and segment the myocardium. The software calculates measurements of myocardial blood flow, and provides tools, such as a database comparison workflow, for the Clinician to assess these results.
The modifications to synqo.via MI Workflows and synqo MBF (within MI Cardiology) software (K191309 and K110494) include the following new features:
| Workflow | Workflow-specific Features |
|---|---|
| MM Oncology | No New Features |
| MI General (MI Reading / SPECT Processing) | Auto Lung 3D |
| Dynamic Summing | |
| Automatic Layouts | |
| Auto Ranges | |
| Scanner Data Support for Organ Processing | |
| Usability Improvements | |
| MI Cardiology | Normalization by Rate-Pressure Product (syngo MBF) |
| Cardiac Masking | |
| Cardiac Auto Ranges | |
| Usability Improvements | |
| Updates / redeployment to third party software | |
| MI Neurology | Normals Database for FDOPA (Scenium) |
Mentions image processing
Yes
Mentions AI, DNN, or ML
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Input Imaging Modality
positron emission tomography (PET), nuclear medicine (NM), computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance (MR)
Anatomical Site
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Indicated Patient Age Range
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Intended User / Care Setting
appropriately trained health care professionals
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
Verification and Validation activities have been successfully performed on the software package, including assurance that functions work as designed, performance requirements and specifications have been met, and that all hazard mitigations have been fully implemented. All testing has met the predetermined acceptance values. Traceability of the requirements specified in the requirement specifications and functional specifications is ensured during component integration, software validation and system testing.
Key Metrics
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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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§ 892.2050 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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Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. % Mr. Clayton Ginn Regulatory Technical Specialist 2501 N. Barrington Road HOFFMAN ESTATES IL 60192
Re: K201195
Trade/Device Name: syngo.via MI Workflows VB50A Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.2050 Regulation Name: Picture archiving and communications system Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: QIH, LLZ Dated: October 8, 2020 Received: October 9, 2020
Dear Mr. Ginn:
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/cfpmp/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
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Enclosure
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Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K201195
Device Name syngo.via MI Workflows VB50A
Indications for Use (Describe)
syngo.via molecular imaging (MI) workflows comprise medical diagnostic applications for viewing, manipulation, quantification, analysis and comparison of medical images from single or multiple imaging modalities with one or more time-points. These workflows support functional data, such as positron emission tomography (PET) or nuclear medicine (NM), as well as anatomical datasets, such as computed tomography (CT) or magnetic resonance (MR), syngo.via MI workflows can perform harmonization of SUV (PET) across different PET systems or different PET reconstruction methods.
syngo.via MI workflows are intended to be utilized by appropriately trained health care professionals to aid in the management of diseases, including those associated with oncology, neurology, and organ function. The images and results produced by the syngo.via MI workflows can also be used by the physician to aid in radiotherapy treatment planning.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
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
as required by 21 CFR Part 807.87(h)
Identification of the Submitter
| Primary Contact: | Alternate Contact: | |
|---|---|---|
| Submitter: | Clayton Ginn | |
| Regulatory Technical | ||
| Specialist | ||
| Siemens Medical Solutions | ||
| USA, Inc. | ||
| 810 Innovation Drive | ||
| Knoxville, TN 37932 | Veronica Padharia | |
| Regulatory Technical | ||
| Specialist | ||
| Siemens Medical Solutions | ||
| USA, Inc. | ||
| 2501 N. Barrington Road | ||
| Hoffman Estates, IL 60192 | ||
| Telephone Number: | (865) 898-2692 | (630) 877-5761 |
| Fax Number: | (865) 218-3227 | (847) 304-6023 |
| Name / Address of | ||
| Manufacturer | Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc | |
| Molecular Imaging | ||
| 2501 N. Barrington Road | ||
| Hoffman Estates, IL 60192 | ||
| USA | ||
| Date of Submission: | May 1st, 2020 | |
| Identification of the product | ||
| Device Proprietary Name: | syngo.via MI Workflows VB50A | |
| Common Name: | Image Processing Software | |
| Code of Federal | ||
| Regulations | 21 CFR 892.2050 | |
| Classification Name: | Picture Archiving and Communication System | |
| Product Code: | QIH, LLZ | |
| Classification Panel: | Radiology | |
| Device Class: | Class II | |
| Device Proprietary Name: | syngo.via MI Workflows VB40A | |
| Common Name: | Image Processing Software | |
| Code of Federal Regulations | 21 CFR 892.2050 | |
| Classification Name: | Picture Archiving and Communication System | |
| Product Code: | LLZ | |
| Classification Panel: | Radiology | |
| Device Class: | Class II | |
| Manufacturer: | Siemens Medical Solutions USA, inc. | |
| 510(k) Number: | K191309 (July 2019) | |
| Secondary Predicate Device | ||
| Device Proprietary Name: | syngo MBF 2.0 | |
| Common Name: | Image Processing Software | |
| Code of Federal Regulations | 21 CFR 892.2050 | |
| Classification Name: | Picture Archiving and Communication System | |
| Product Code: | LLZ | |
| Classification Panel: | Radiology | |
| Device Class: | Class II |
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Primary Predicate Device
510(k) Number:
synqo.via MI Workflows VB40A is deemed the primary predicate device due to it being the most similar to the device under review of this submission with respect to indications for use and technical characteristics. syngo MBF 2.0 is considered a secondary predicate device because it is a subset of the primary predicate device's Indications for Use and technical characteristics included within this submission.
K110494 (April 2011)
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Device Description
syngo.via MI Workflows is a software-only medical device which will be delivered on CD-ROM / DVD to be installed onto the commercially available Siemens syngo.via software platform (K191040) by trained service personnel.
syngo.via molecular imaging (MI) workflows comprise medical diagnostic applications for viewing, manipulation, quantification, analysis and comparison of medical images from single or multiple imaging modalities with one or more time-points. These workflows support functional data, such as positron emission tomography (PET) or nuclear medicine (NM), as well as anatomical datasets, such as computed tomography (CT) or magnetic resonance (MR).
synqo.via MI Workflows enable visualization of information that would otherwise have to be visually compared disjointedly. syngo.via MI workflows are intended to be utilized by appropriately trained health care professionals to aid in the management of diseases, including those associated with oncology, cardiology, neurology, and organ function. The images and results produced by the syngo.via MI workflows can also be used by the physician to aid in radiotherapy treatment planning.
Scenium is a previously cleared software device (K191309) that assists in the display and analysis of images within the MI Neurology workflow of syngo.via MI Workflows. This software enables visualization and appropriate rendering of multimodality data, providing a number of features which enable the user to process acquired image data.
Scenium consists of four workflows:
- Database Comparison -
- -Striatal Analysis
- -Cortical Analysis
- -Subtraction
The Scenium workflows are used to assist the clinician with the visual evaluation, assessment and quantification of pathologies, such as dementia (i.e., Alzheimer's), movement disorders (i.e., Parkinson's) and seizure analysis (i.e., Epilepsy).
syngo MBF is a software only product intended for visualization, assessment and quantification of medical images: specifically providing quantitative blood flow measurements of PET images. The software sites within the MI Cardiology workflow within syngo.Via MI Workflows. The application supports dynamic Rubidium - PET and dynamic Ammonia – PET images. The application provides visualization and measurement tools, for qualitative and quantitative visualization and assessment of the input data. It provides automatic and manual tools to orient and segment the myocardium. The software calculates measurements of myocardial blood flow, and provides tools, such as a database comparison workflow, for the Clinician to assess these results.
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The modifications to synqo.via MI Workflows and synqo MBF (within MI Cardiology) software (K191309 and K110494) include the following new features:
| Workflow | Workflow-specific Features |
|---|---|
| MM Oncology | No New Features |
| MI General (MI Reading / SPECT Processing) | Auto Lung 3D |
| Dynamic Summing | |
| Automatic Layouts | |
| Auto Ranges | |
| Scanner Data Support for Organ Processing | |
| Usability Improvements | |
| MI Cardiology | Normalization by Rate-Pressure Product (syngo MBF) |
| Cardiac Masking | |
| Cardiac Auto Ranges | |
| Usability Improvements | |
| Updates / redeployment to third party software | |
| MI Neurology | Normals Database for FDOPA (Scenium) |
Technological Characteristics
The syngo.via MI Workflows VB50A software modifications are based on the commercially available syngo.via MI Workflows VB40A (K191309) and syngo MBF 2.0 (K110494) software. The features introduced into these Clinical Applications do not alter the already existent technological characteristics within the commercially available predicate system.
syngo.via MI Workflows is intended to be run on the Siemens syngo.via software platform (K191040) either alone or with other advanced commercially cleared applications.
Intended Use
An individual software program, or group of programs, routines, or algorithms that add specific image processing and/or analysis capabilities to a positron emission tomography (PET) and Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography (SPECT) imaging system configuration. A basic set of application programs and routines is included with such computer controlled imaging systems and they can be upgraded to correct programming errors or to add new system capabilities. Some application software routines or groups of routines (packages) must be combined with specific hardware or firmware accessories or configurations in order to function as intended. Application program packages are typically identified by a proprietary name and "version" or "upgrade" number.
The Intended Use for syngo.via MI Workflows is the same and, compared to the primary and reference devices, has not changed.
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Indications for Use
syngo.via molecular imaging (MI) workflows comprise medical diagnostic applications for viewing, manipulation, quantification, analysis and comparison of medical images from single or multiple imaging modalities with one or more time-points. These workflows support functional data, such as positron emission tomography (PET) or nuclear medicine (NM), as well as anatomical datasets, such as computed tomography (CT) or magnetic resonance (MR). syngo.via MI workflows can perform harmonization of SUV (PET) across different PET systems or different PET reconstruction methods.
syngo.via MI workflows are intended to be utilized by appropriately trained health care professionals to aid in the management of diseases, including those associated with oncology, cardiology, neurology, and organ function. The images and results produced by the syngo.via MI workflows can also be used by the physician to aid in radiotherapy treatment planning.
The syngo.via MI Workflows VB50A Indications for Use has been re-worded for clarification and does not expand the Indications for Use or the Intended Use of the commercially available predicate devices. The updated Indications for Use encompasses the Scenium and syngo MBF devices as used within the MI Neurology and MI Cardiology workflows.
Performance Testing / Safety and Effectiveness
The device labeling contains instructions for use and any necessary cautions and warnings to provide for safe and effective use of the device.
Risk Management has been ensured via risk analyses in compliance with ISO 14971 to identify and provide mitigation to potential hazards beginning early in the design cycle and continuing throughout the development of the product. Siemens Medical Solutions, USA Inc. adheres to recognized and established industry standards for development including EN ISO 13485 and IEC 62304.
Cybersecurity information in accordance with FDA Guidance documents issued October 2. 2014 has been provided. The Clinical Applications software has specific cybersecurity controls to prevent unauthorized access, modifications, misuse or denial of use. Additionally, controls are enabled to prevent the unauthorized use of information that is stored, accessed or transferred between the Clinical Applications software and external devices.
Verification and Validation activities have been successfully performed on the software package, including assurance that functions work as designed, performance requirements and specifications have been met, and that all hazard mitigations have been fully implemented. All testing has met the predetermined acceptance values. Traceability of the requirements specified in the requirement specifications and functional specifications is ensured during component integration, software validation and system testing.
The device is designed and manufactured in accordance with Quality System Regulations as outlined in 21 CFR 820. The FDA recognized standards are listed as follows:
- Recognition Number 13-79: IEC 62304 Edition 1.1 2015-06
- Recognition Number 12-300: NEMA PS 3.1 3.20 (2016) .
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- Recognition Number 5-40: ISO 14971:2007 Second Edition .
- Recognition Number 5-114: IEC 62366-1 Edition 1.0 2015 .
- Recognition Number 5-117: ISO 15223-1 Third Edition 2016 ●
Statement Regarding Substantial Equivalence:
There are no differences in the Indications for Use, Intended Use or Fundamental Technological Characteristics of the syngo.via MI Workflows VB50A software as compared to the currently commercially available syngo.via MI Workflows software (K191309). The Indications for Use has been reworded and does not expand the Indications for Use or Intended Use of the commercially available predicate devices.
Both the current and predicate devices are used for viewing, manipulation, quantification, analysis and comparison of medical images from single or multiple imaging modalities with one or more time-points.
Additionally, the new features implemented within this release do not raise any new issues of safety and effectiveness as compared to the predicate device. Based on this information, as well as the documentation in support of the modifications, it is Siemens' opinion that the syngo.via MI Workflows software-with the modifications outlined in this application-is substantially equivalent to the predicate device.