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The Barco MDPC-8127 device is intended for in vitro diagnostic use to display digital images of histopathology slides acquired from IVD-labeled whole-slide imaging scanners and viewed digital pathology image viewing software that have been validated for use with this device. It is an aid to the pathologist to review and interpret digital images of histopathology slides for primary diagnosis. It is the responsibility of the pathologist to employ appropriate procedures and safeguards to assure the validity of the interpretation of images using the MDPC-8127. The display is not intended for use with digital images from frozen section, cytology, or non-formalin-fixed, paraffin embedded (non-FFPE) hematopathology specimens.
The Barco MDPC-8127 is a medical, color-calibrated display, specifically intended for review and interpretation of surgical pathology slides from IVD-labeled whole-slide imaging scanners and digital pathology image viewing software that have been validated for use with the display.
The use of the MDPC-8127 display with scanners and viewing software is determined by using verified test methods to establish the display's capability to meet or exceed the performance specifications and the intended color space specified by the IVD-labeled whole-slide imaging scanners and digital pathology image viewing software.
The display uses built-in techniques and technology to ensure constant accuracy over time.
The MDPC-8127 consists of an 8 mega-pixel, 27-inch color LCD-panel with internal electronics platform. It is calibrated to defined color spaces for whole-slide imaging and is compatible with digital pathology viewinq software that utilizes defined color spaces to ensure images are displayed in intended colors.
The provided text describes the Barco MDPC-8127, a medical display intended for in vitro diagnostic use to display digital images of histopathology slides. The document details the device's technical specifications and performance testing to demonstrate substantial equivalence to a predicate device, the MMPC-4227F1 (PP27QHD).
Here's an analysis of the acceptance criteria and study proving the device meets them, based only on the provided text:
Key Takeaway from the Document: The study primarily focuses on non-clinical bench testing to demonstrate the MDPC-8127's technical characteristics and performance are equivalent to or better than a predicate device. It is not a clinical study involving human readers and a comparative effectiveness assessment with AI assistance. The display itself is a tool for pathologists, not an AI algorithm.
1. Table of Acceptance Criteria and Reported Device Performance
The document presents a table comparing the performance of the MDPC-8127 (proposed device) with its predicate device (MMPC-4227F1). While not explicitly labeled as "acceptance criteria," these are the parameters against which the device's performance was evaluated for substantial equivalence. The "Results" column for MDPC-8127 represents the reported device performance.
| Test | MDPC-8127 Reported Performance | Predicate Device Performance (Reference) |
|---|---|---|
| User controls | Luminance target, maximum: 450 cd/m²; Display function: sRGB; White point: 6500K; Color space: sRGB; 10 minutes of warm-up time | Luminance target, maximum: 350 cd/m²; Display function: sRGB; White point: 6500K; Color space: sRGB; 10 minutes of warm-up time |
| Spatial resolution | Both horizontal and vertical MTFs are greater than 85% at Nyquist frequency | Both horizontal and vertical MTFs are greater than 75% at Nyquist frequency |
| Pixel defects | Total number of bright and dark pixels <= 5 with a minimum distance greater than 15 mm. | Total number of bright and dark pixels <= 3 within a circle of 10 mm diameter |
| Artifacts | < 0.65% | < 0.65% |
| Temporal response | The response time ranges from 3.1 ms to 6.2 ms with an average of 5.01 ms. | The response time is maximum 15 ms and typical 8 ms. |
| Maximum and minimum luminance | Maximum: 678.6 cd/m²; Minimum: 0.633 cd/m²; Calibrated target: 450 cd/m²; Contrast ratio: > 1000:1 | Maximum: 550 cd/m²; Minimum: 0.3 cd/m²; Calibrated target: 350 cd/m²; Contrast ratio: 1000:1 |
| Grayscale | Maximum error calculated = 1.4% | Maximum error calculated = 2.1% |
| Luminance uniformity and Mura | <10% non-uniformity on 80% video level | 21% non-uniformity on 80% video level |
| Stability of luminance and chromaticity response | Deviation from target luminance (450 cd/m²): ± 0.44%; Variations for luminance and chromaticity: < 5% deviation | Deviation from target luminance (350 cd/m²): ± 0.2%; Variations for luminance and chromaticity: < 2% deviation |
| Bidirectional reflection distribution function | Specular reflection coefficient: 1.90%; Diffuse reflection coefficient: 2.87% | Specular reflection coefficient: 1.69%; Diffuse reflection coefficient: 2.21% |
| Gray tracking | ± 0.01 Δu'v'; White point at D65: ± 0.01 Δu'v' | ± 0.002 Δu'v'; White point at D65: ± 0.002 Δu'v' |
| Color scale | Average color error < 1 ΔE₀₀; Maximum color error < 3 ΔE₀₀ | Average color error < 2 ΔE₀₀; Maximum color error < 5 ΔE₀₀ |
| Color gamut volume | 2D color gamut wrt sRGB: 137.1%; 2D color gamut overlapped with sRGB: 99.6% | 2D color gamut wrt sRGB: 99.4%; 2D color gamut overlapped with sRGB: 98.4% |
2. Sample Size Used for the Test Set and Data Provenance
The document describes non-clinical bench testing of the display device itself. Therefore, concepts like "test set," "sample size," and "data provenance" in the context of images or patient data are not applicable to the performance study described. The performance tests were conducted on the physical display unit.
3. Number of Experts Used to Establish Ground Truth and Qualifications
Not applicable. The study is a non-clinical bench test of a display's physical and technical performance parameters (e.g., luminance, resolution, color accuracy), not a study involving the interpretation of medical images by experts to establish ground truth for a diagnostic algorithm.
4. Adjudication Method for the Test Set
Not applicable. This was a non-clinical bench test of hardware performance, not an expert-based image interpretation study.
5. If a Multi-Reader Multi-Case (MRMC) Comparative Effectiveness Study was done, and Effect Size
No MRMC comparative effectiveness study was mentioned. The device is a display, not an AI algorithm. The performance testing described is focused on the technical specifications of the display itself, demonstrating its equivalence or superiority to a predicate display, not on how human readers perform with or without AI assistance.
6. If a Standalone (Algorithm Only Without Human-in-the-Loop) Performance Study was done
Not applicable. The MDPC-8127 is a display device, not a standalone algorithm.
7. The Type of Ground Truth Used
The ground truth for the performance evaluations (e.g., luminance, color accuracy, resolution) would be based on established measurement standards and calibrated equipment (e.g., photometers, colorimeters) as outlined in the test methods (e.g., IDMS v1.03b, AAPM TG-18). It is not "expert consensus," "pathology," or "outcomes data" in the medical diagnostic sense.
8. The Sample Size for the Training Set
Not applicable. This is a hardware device. The concept of a "training set" is relevant for machine learning algorithms, which is not what this approval is about.
9. How the Ground Truth for the Training Set was Established
Not applicable, for the same reason as above.
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April 15, 2021
Barco NV Lieven De Wandel Regulatory Affairs Officer President Kennedypark 35 Kortrijk, W-VL 8500 Belgium
Re: K203364
Trade/Device Name: MDPC-8127 Regulation Number: 21 CFR 864.3700 Regulation Name: Whole Slide Imaging System Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: PZZ Dated: February 12, 2021 Received: February 22, 2021
Dear Lieven De Wandel:
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,
Soma Ghosh, Ph.D. Chief Division of Molecular Genetics and Pathology OHT7: Office of In Vitro Diagnostics and Radiological Health Office of Product Evaluation and Quality Center for Devices and Radiological Health
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Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K203364
Device Name MDPC-8127
Indications for Use (Describe)
The Barco MDPC-8127 device is intended for in vitro diagnostic use to display digital images of histopathology slides acquired from IVD-labeled whole-slide imaging scanners and viewed digital pathology image viewing software that have been validated for use with this device. It is an aid to the pathologist to review and interpret digital images of histopathology slides for primary diagnosis. It is the responsibility of the pathologist to employ appropriate procedures and safeguards to assure the validity of the interpretation of images using the MDPC-8127. The display is not intended for use with digital images from frozen section, cytology, or non-formalin-fixed, paraffin embedded (non-FFPE) hematopathology specimens.
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510(k) Summary
MDPC-8127
Company
Barco N.V. Healthcare Division 35 President Kennedypark 8500 Kortrijk BELGIUM
Contact person
Lieven De Wandel Requlatory Affairs Officer Tel: +32 (0)56 233459 lieven.dewandel@barco.com
Date of submission
February 12, 2021
Device information
| Trade name/model: | MDPC-8127 |
|---|---|
| Common name: | Digital Pathology Display |
| Classification name: | Digital Pathology Display |
| Classification code: | PZZ |
| Regulation number: | 21 CFR §864.3700 |
Predicate device
MMPC-4227F1 (PP27QHD), Display used in Philips Intellisite Pathology Solution, referenced in 510(k) - K192259 (Philips Intellisite Pathology Solution)
Device description
The Barco MDPC-8127 is a medical, color-calibrated display, specifically intended for review and interpretation of surgical pathology slides from IVD-labeled whole-slide imaging scanners and digital pathology image viewing software that have been validated for use with the display.
The use of the MDPC-8127 display with scanners and viewing software is determined by using verified test methods to establish the display's capability to meet or exceed the performance specifications and the intended color space specified by the IVD-labeled whole-slide imaging scanners and digital pathology image viewing software.
The display uses built-in techniques and technology to ensure constant accuracy over time.
The MDPC-8127 consists of an 8 mega-pixel, 27-inch color LCD-panel with internal electronics platform. It is calibrated to defined color spaces for whole-slide imaging and is compatible with digital pathology viewinq software that utilizes defined color spaces to ensure images are displayed in intended colors.
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The display is available with the following software accessories:
- Intuitive Workflow Tools (When paired with a Barco MXRT display controller graphics card and driver ● software)
| Test | Test Method | Results | |
|---|---|---|---|
| MDPC-8127 | Predicate device | ||
| User controls | Out-of-the-box settings | Luminance target, maximum: 450 cd/m²Display function: sRGBWhite point: 6500KColor space: sRGB10 minutes of warm-up time | Luminance target, maximum:350 cd/m2Display function: sRGBWhite point: 6500KColor space: sRGB10 minutes of warm-up time |
| Spatialresolution | Roehrig, Hans, et al. "In-field evaluation of themodulation transfer functionof electronic displaydevices." Medical Imaging2004: Visualization, Image-Guided Procedures, andDisplay. Vol. 5367.International Society forOptics and Photonics, 2004 | Both horizontal and verticalMTFs are greater than 85%at Nyquist frequency | Both horizontal and verticalMTFs are greater than 75% atNyquist frequency |
| Pixel defects | 7.6 Defective Pixels, IDMSv1.03b | Total number of bright anddark pixels <= 5 with aminimum distance greaterthan 15 mm. | Total number of bright anddark pixels <= 3 within acircle of 10 mm. diameter |
| Artifacts | Image retention after 1 hour | < 0.65% | < 0.65% |
| Temporalresponse | 10.2.3 Gray-to-GrayResponse Time, IDMSv1.03b | The response time rangesfrom 3.1 ms to 6.2 ms withan average of 5.01 ms. | The response time ismaximum 15 ms and typical8 ms. |
| Maximumandminimumluminance | 5 FundamentalMeasurements, IDMSv1.03b | The maximum andminimum achievableluminance values are 678.6and 0.633 cd/m²,respectively.The calibrated luminancetarget is 450 cd/m².The contrast ratio is greaterthan 1000: 1. | The maximum and minimumachievable luminance valuesare 550 and 0.3 cd/m2,respectively.The calibrated luminancetarget is 350 cd/m2.The contrast ratio is 1000: 1. |
| Grayscale | Contrast response deviation,AAPM TG-18 | Maximum error calculated =1.4% | Maximum error calculated =2.1% |
| Luminanceuniformityand Mura | 8 Uniformity Measurements,IDMS v1.03b | <10% non-uniformity on80% video level | 21% non-uniformity on 80%video level |
| Stability ofluminanceandchromaticityresponse | Luminance and chromaticitycharacteristics of the displaymeasured with temperatureand time | Deviation from targetluminance (450 cd/m²):$\pm$ 0.44%Variations for luminanceand chromaticity: < 5%deviation | Deviation from targetluminance (350 cd/m2):$\pm$ 0.2%Variations for luminance andchromaticity: < 2% deviation |
| Bidirectionalreflectiondistributionfunction | 11. ReflectionMeasurements, IDMSv1.03b | Specular reflectioncoefficient: 1.90%Diffuse reflectioncoefficient: 2.87% | Specular reflectioncoefficient: 1.69%Diffuse reflection coefficient:2.21% |
| Graytracking | 6.15 Gray-scale ColorChanges, IDMS v1.03b | $\pm$ 0.01 Δu'v'White point at D65: $\pm$0.01 Δu'v' | $\pm$ 0.002 Δu'v'White point at D65: $\pm$ 0.002Δu'v' |
| Color scale | 6. Gray- and Color-ScaleMeasurement, IDMS v1.03b | Average color error < 1ΔE₀₀Maximum color error < 3ΔE₀₀ | Average color error< 2 ΔE₀₀Maximum color error < 5ΔE₀₀ |
| Color gamutvolume | 5.18.1 Relative Gamut Area,IDMS v1.03b | 2D color gamut wrt sRGB:137.1%2D color gamut overlappedwith sRGB: 99.6% | 2D color gamut wrtsRGB: 99.4%2D color gamut overlappedwith sRGB: 98.4% |
Table 1: Relevant performance specifications with verified test methods
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Intended Use
The Barco MDPC-8127 device is intended for in vitro diagnostic use to display digital images of histopathology slides acquired from IVD-labeled whole-slide imaging scanners and viewed using IVD-labeled digital pathology image viewing software that have been validated for use with this device. It is an aid to the pathologist to review and interpret digital images of histopathology slides for primary diagnosis. It is the responsibility of the pathologist to employ appropriate procedures and safeguards to assure the validity of the interpretation of images using the MDPC-8127. The display is not intended for use with digital images from frozen section, cytology, or non-formalin-fixed, paraffin embedded (non-FFPE) hematopathology specimens.
Table 2: Comparison of technological characteristics
| Item | Proposed DeviceMDPC-8127 | Predicate deviceMMPC-4227F1 (PP27QHD) |
|---|---|---|
| Screen technology | IPS | Same |
| Active screen size (diagonal) | 684 mm (27") | Same |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 651 x 482~582 x 238 mm | 648.5 x 473~573 x 235 mm |
| Resolution | 8MP (3840 x 2160 pixels) | 3.6MP (2560 x1440 pixels) |
| Color bit depth (internal) | 10 bit color | 8 bit color |
| Calibrated luminance | 450 cd/m² | 350 cd/m² |
| Contrast ratio | 1000: 1 | 1000: 1 |
| Uniformity Technology | Color PPU | None |
| Color Calibration | sRGB and DICOM GSDF modes | sRGB and DICOM GSDF modes |
| Front sensor for stabilization andcalibration | Yes, I-Guard™ | Front sensor |
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Performance testing
According to FDA Guidance document titled "Technical Performance Assessment of Digital Pathology Whole Slide Imaging Devices Guidance for Industry and Food and Drug Administration Staff Document issued on: April 20, 2016" (TPA Guidance), Chapter IV (A) (11), the below-mentioned tests were performed on the proposed device and the predicate device to verify that the technical characteristics and performance of the proposed display are equivalent to the predicate device:
- Spatial Resolution ●
- . Pixel defects
- Artefacts
- Temporal response .
- . Max and Min Luminance
- Grayscale .
- Luminance Uniformity and Mura Test ●
- Stability of Luminance and Chromaticity with Temperature and Lifetime ●
- Bidirectional Reflection Distribution
- Chromaticity and Gray Tracking .
- . Color Scale
- . Color Gamut Volume
Other non-clinical tests were performed on the proposed device to demonstrate that the proposed device complies with the following international and FDA-recognized standards:
- IEC 60601-1:2005 Edition 3 + A1:2012 (Electrical safety) .
- . ANSI AAMI 60601-1:2005/(R)2012 and C1:2009/(R)2012 and A2:2010/(R)2012 (Electrical safety)
- . IEC 60601-1-2:2014 (EMC)
- IEC 62304:2006 / A1:2015 (Software lifecycle process) .
Finally, to test the performance of the proposed device in use with its software accessories, System Integration tests have been performed.
The non-clinical bench tests have demonstrated that the proposed device has equivalent or higher performance and technical characteristics compared to the predicate device and performs according to the requirements for displays used in Digital Pathology Whole Slide Imaging Devices following the corresponding TPA quidance and display reguirements from FDA cleared IVD-labeled whole-slide imaging scanners and/or digital pathology image viewing software platforms.
Additional bench tests have demonstrated that the proposed device complicable international and FDA-recognized standards and can be used safely with its software accessories.
Conclusion
The proposed device MDPC-8127 is substantially equivalent with the predicate device in terms of intended use, technological characteristics, performance, safety and effectiveness.
Non-clinical tests according to the TPA guidance have been performed to assess the technical characteristics of the display for its intended use and have demonstrated that the MDPC-8127 has equivalent or better
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performance than the other devices under test; as well as compatible with FDA cleared IVD-labeled whole-slide imaging scanners and/or digital pathology image viewing software platforms.
The tests have demonstrated that the proposed device is as safe and effective as the predicate device. Additionally, it has been demonstrated that the proposed device may be used for primary diagnosis in the following validated FDA-cleared WSI systems and digital pathology viewing software:
- Philips Intellisite Pathology Solution with Philips Image Management System viewing software, cleared . under K192259
- . Philips Intellisite Pathology Solution with Paige.AI Inc. FullFocus DX viewing software, cleared under K201005
- . Leica Aperio AT2 DX System with ImageScope DX viewing software, cleared under K190332
- Leica Aperio AT2 DX scanner with Sectra Digital Pathology Module, cleared under K193054 .
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§ 864.3700 Whole slide imaging system.
(a)
Identification. The whole slide imaging system is an automated digital slide creation, viewing, and management system intended as an aid to the pathologist to review and interpret digital images of surgical pathology slides. The system generates digital images that would otherwise be appropriate for manual visualization by conventional light microscopy.(b)
Classification. Class II (special controls). The special controls for this device are:(1) Premarket notification submissions must include the following information:
(i) The indications for use must specify the tissue specimen that is intended to be used with the whole slide imaging system and the components of the system.
(ii) A detailed description of the device and bench testing results at the component level, including for the following, as appropriate:
(A) Slide feeder;
(B) Light source;
(C) Imaging optics;
(D) Mechanical scanner movement;
(E) Digital imaging sensor;
(F) Image processing software;
(G) Image composition techniques;
(H) Image file formats;
(I) Image review manipulation software;
(J) Computer environment; and
(K) Display system.
(iii) Detailed bench testing and results at the system level, including for the following, as appropriate:
(A) Color reproducibility;
(B) Spatial resolution;
(C) Focusing test;
(D) Whole slide tissue coverage;
(E) Stitching error; and
(F) Turnaround time.
(iv) Detailed information demonstrating the performance characteristics of the device, including, as appropriate:
(A) Precision to evaluate intra-system and inter-system precision using a comprehensive set of clinical specimens with defined, clinically relevant histologic features from various organ systems and diseases. Multiple whole slide imaging systems, multiple sites, and multiple readers must be included.
(B) Reproducibility data to evaluate inter-site variability using a comprehensive set of clinical specimens with defined, clinically relevant histologic features from various organ systems and diseases. Multiple whole slide imaging systems, multiple sites, and multiple readers must be included.
(C) Data from a clinical study to demonstrate that viewing, reviewing, and diagnosing digital images of surgical pathology slides prepared from tissue slides using the whole slide imaging system is non-inferior to using an optical microscope. The study should evaluate the difference in major discordance rates between manual digital (MD) and manual optical (MO) modalities when compared to the reference (
e.g., main sign-out diagnosis).(D) A detailed human factor engineering process must be used to evaluate the whole slide imaging system user interface(s).
(2) Labeling compliant with 21 CFR 809.10(b) must include the following:
(i) The intended use statement must include the information described in paragraph (b)(1)(i) of this section, as applicable, and a statement that reads, “It is the responsibility of a qualified pathologist to employ appropriate procedures and safeguards to assure the validity of the interpretation of images obtained using this device.”
(ii) A description of the technical studies and the summary of results, including those that relate to paragraphs (b)(1)(ii) and (iii) of this section, as appropriate.
(iii) A description of the performance studies and the summary of results, including those that relate to paragraph (b)(1)(iv) of this section, as appropriate.
(iv) A limiting statement that specifies that pathologists should exercise professional judgment in each clinical situation and examine the glass slides by conventional microscopy if there is doubt about the ability to accurately render an interpretation using this device alone.