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No
The document does not mention AI, ML, or any related terms, and the device description focuses on the physical components and mechanism of action (ultrasound and thermal damage).
Yes
The device is indicated for improving facial lines and wrinkles, lifting the eyebrow, and lifting lax submental and neck tissue, and improving the appearance of cellulite, which are all aesthetic treatments that therapeutically change the body.
No
The device is described as an aesthetic treatment system to improve facial lines and wrinkles, lift tissue, and improve the appearance of cellulite. Its intended use is therapeutic/aesthetic, not diagnostic.
No
The device description explicitly states that the SofWave System consists of a console and an applicator, which are hardware components. It is an ultrasound system that generates ultrasonic pulses.
Based on the provided information, this device is not an IVD (In Vitro Diagnostic).
Here's why:
- Intended Use: The intended use clearly states that the SofWave System is a "non-invasive dermatological aesthetic treatment" for improving facial lines, wrinkles, lifting tissue, and improving the appearance of cellulite. This describes a therapeutic or aesthetic procedure performed directly on the patient's body.
- Device Description: The device description details an ultrasound system that generates thermal damage in the dermis layer. This is a physical intervention applied externally to the patient.
- Lack of IVD Characteristics: An IVD device is used to examine specimens (like blood, urine, tissue) taken from the human body to provide information for diagnosis, monitoring, or screening. The SofWave System does not involve the analysis of any biological specimens.
Therefore, the SofWave System is a therapeutic/aesthetic device, not an In Vitro Diagnostic device.
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Intended Use / Indications for Use
The SofMave System is indicated for use as a non-invasive dermatological aesthetic treatment to improve facial lines and wrinkles, lift the eyebrow, and lift lax submental (beneath the chin) and neck tissue; which can also affect the appearance of lax tissue in the submental and neck regions for subjects aged 22 and older. The SofWave System is also intended for short-term improvement in the appearance of cellulite.
Product codes
OHV
Device Description
The SofWave System is an ultrasound system intended for aesthetic purposes. The system generates high frequency ultrasonic pulses that elevate the temperature in the dermis layer and cause controlled isolated areas of thermal damage.
The SofMave System consists of two main functional components: 1) the console and 2) the applicator. The console includes the power sources, cooling unit, electrical components, the IoT and the user interface. The applicator is comprised of an array of ultrasonic transducers that emit continuous acoustic waves at 10-12 MHz and an active cooling element that is used to cool the skin area in contact with the applicator. The applicator is connected by a flexible cable to the console.
Mentions image processing
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Mentions AI, DNN, or ML
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Input Imaging Modality
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Anatomical Site
facial lines and wrinkles, eyebrow, submental (beneath the chin) and neck tissue, skin (cellulite)
Indicated Patient Age Range
22 and older
Intended User / Care Setting
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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)
In accordance with SofWave’s design control procedures, risk analysis was conducted to assess the impact of the modifications on the SofWave device. Verification testing demonstrates that the modified device functions as specified and is as safe and effective as the cleared predicate device.
Electrical safety testing and Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) testing was repeated for the SofWave device by an independent test laboratory in accordance with IEC 60601-1-2, IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-6, and IEC 60601-2-62.
Biocompatibility of the patient-contacting components of the device was established based on the evaluation of the predicate device. No new materials have been introduced on the surface of the device that contacts the patient’s skin.
Software verification and validation testing was performed. The results were found acceptable for the software changes and demonstrated that the software performs as intended.
Key Metrics (Sensitivity, Specificity, PPV, NPV, etc.)
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Predicate Device(s)
Reference Device(s)
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Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP) - All Relevant Information
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§ 878.4590 Focused ultrasound stimulator system for aesthetic use.
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Identification. A Focused Ultrasound Stimulator System for Aesthetic Use is a device using focused ultrasound to produce localized, mechanical motion within tissues and cells for the purpose of producing either localized heating for tissue coagulation or for mechanical cellular membrane disruption intended for noninvasive aesthetic use.(b)
Classification. Class II (special controls). The special control for this device is FDA's “Class II Special Controls Guidance Document: Focused Ultrasound Stimulator System for Aesthetic Use.” See § 878.1(e) for the availability of this guidance document.
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April 18, 2023
Sofwave Medical Ltd % Janice Hogan Partner Hogan Lovells LLP 1735 Market Street, Suite 2300 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19103
Re: K230820
Trade/Device Name: SofWave System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.4590 Regulation Name: Focused Ultrasound Stimulator System For Aesthetic Use Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: OHV Dated: March 24, 2023 Received: March 24, 2023
Dear Janice Hogan:
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device referenced above and have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to legally marketed predicate devices marketed in interstate commerce prior to May 28, 1976, the enactment date of the Medical Device Amendments, or to devices that have been reclassified in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (Act) that do not require approval of a premarket approval application (PMA). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. Although this letter refers to your product as a device, please be aware that some cleared products may instead be combination products. The 510(k) Premarket Notification Database located at https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfpmn/pmn.cfm identifies combination product submissions. The general controls provisions of the Act include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration. Please note: CDRH does not evaluate information related to contract liability warranties. We remind you, however, that device labeling must be truthful and not misleading.
If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 898. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register.
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
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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,
Digitally signed by Mark Mark Trumbore -S Trumbore -S Date: 2023.04.18 12:55:32
04:00: Mark Trumbore, 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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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Food and Drug Administration Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known)
Device Name
SofWave System
Indications for Use (Describe)
The SofMave System is indicated for use as a non-invasive dermatological aesthetic treatment to improve facial lines and wrinkles, lift the eyebrow, and lift lax submental (beneath the chin) and neck tissue; which can also affect the appearance of lax tissue in the submental and neck regions for subjects aged 22 and older. The SofWave System is also intended for short-term improvement in the appearance of cellulite.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
الا Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
□ Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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510(k) SUMMARY
Sofwave Medical's SofWave System
Submitter's Name, Address, Telephone Number, Contact Person, and Date Prepared
Sofwave Medical Ltd. 1 Ha-Otsma St. Yokneam Ilit, lsrael 2069200
Submission Correspondent:
Janice M. Hogan Hogan Lovells US LLP janice.hogan@hoganlovells.com (267) 675-4611
Date Prepared: March 24, 2023
Name of Device:
SofWave System
Common or Usual Name:
Focused Ultrasound Stimulator System for Aesthetic Use
Classification Name:
21 CFR 878.4590 (Ultrasound for Tissue Heat or Mechanical Cellular Disruption), Class II, product code OHV
Predicate Device
Sofwave Medical's SoftWave System (K230019) (Predicate Device)
Intended Use / Indications for Use
The SofMave System is indicated for use as a non-invasive dermatological aesthetic treatment to improve facial lines and wrinkles, lift the eyebrow, and lift lax submental (beneath the chin) and neck tissue; which can also affect the appearance of lax tissue in the submental and neck regions for subjects aged 22 and older. The SofWave System is also intended for short-term improvement in the appearance of cellulite.
Technological Characteristics
The SofWave System is an ultrasound system intended for aesthetic purposes. The system generates high frequency ultrasonic pulses that elevate the temperature in the dermis layer and cause controlled isolated areas of thermal damage.
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The SofMave System consists of two main functional components: 1) the console and 2) the applicator. The console includes the power sources, cooling unit, electrical components, the loT and the user interface. The applicator is comprised of an array of ultrasonic transducers that emit continuous acoustic waves at 10-12 MHz and an active cooling element that is used to cool the skin area in contact with the applicator. The applicator is connected by a flexible cable to the console.
The SofMave System is a modification to the company's SofWave System that has already been cleared for the same indications for use (K230019). Only minor hardware and software changes have been made, including the addition of Internet of Things (IoT) capability via Wi-Fi. These changes do not alter the fundamental scientific technology of the modified device. Specifically, the energy parameters for the console or the applicators are not changed.
Performance Data
In accordance with SofWave's design control procedures, risk analysis was conducted to assess the impact of the modifications on the SofWave device. Verification testing demonstrates that the modified device functions as specified and is as safe and effective as the cleared predicate device.
Electrical safety testing and Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) testing was repeated for the SofWave device by an independent test laboratory in accordance with IEC 60601-1-2, IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-6, and IEC 60601-2-62.
Biocompatibility of the patient-contacting components of the device was established based on the evaluation of the predicate device. No new materials have been introduced on the surface of the device that contacts the patient's skin.
Software verification and validation testing was performed. The results were found acceptable for the software changes and demonstrated that the software performs as intended.
Conclusion
The subject SoftWave System and its predicate have the same indications and principles of operation, and similar technological characteristics. The minor differences in the newer device version do not present different questions of safety or effectiveness as compared to the predicate device. Verification testing according to the company's design control procedures demonstrates that the subject device is as safe and effective as its predicate device. Thus, the subject SofMave System is substantially equivalent to its predicate device.