(128 days)
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No
The summary describes a laser and radiofrequency system for dermatologic procedures and mentions standard software verification and validation, but there is no mention of AI, ML, or related concepts.
Yes
The device is intended for dermatologic and general surgical procedures, including electrocoagulation, hemostasis, superficial skin ablation, treatment of wrinkles, coagulation, vaporization, ablation, or cutting of soft tissue (skin), which are all medical treatments.
No
The device is intended for dermatologic and general surgical procedures for electrocoagulation, hemostasis, superficial skin ablation, and the treatment of wrinkles, coagulation, vaporization, ablation, or cutting of soft tissue. These are therapeutic, not diagnostic, uses.
No
The device description explicitly states it is a "multi-function laser and radiofrequency system" comprised of a console and two handpieces (hardware components). While software verification and validation were conducted, the device is not solely software.
Based on the provided information, this device is not an IVD (In Vitro Diagnostic).
Here's why:
- Intended Use/Indications for Use: The intended use clearly states the device is for dermatologic and general surgical procedures, including electrocoagulation, hemostasis, skin ablation, treatment of wrinkles, coagulation, vaporization, ablation, and cutting of soft tissue (skin). These are all procedures performed on the patient's body, not on samples taken from the body.
- Device Description: The description details a laser and radiofrequency system with handpieces for direct application to the skin.
- Lack of IVD Characteristics: There is no mention of analyzing samples (blood, tissue, etc.) or providing diagnostic information based on such analysis. The device is used for therapeutic and surgical interventions.
IVD devices are specifically designed to examine specimens derived from the human body to provide information for the diagnosis, prevention, monitoring, treatment, or alleviation of disease. This device does not fit that description.
N/A
Intended Use / Indications for Use
The PiXel8-Reveal contains two handpieces, each of which has its own indications for use.
The PiXel8-RF handpiece is intended for use in dermatologic and general surgical procedures for electrocoagulation and hemostatis.
The Er.Y AG handpiece is designed specifically for superficial skin ablation resulting in skin dermabrasion. and the treatment of wrinkles. In addition this system is intended for coagulation, vaporization, ablation, or cutting of soft tissue (skin) in dermatology, plastic surgery (including aesthetic surgery).
Product codes (comma separated list FDA assigned to the subject device)
GEI, GEX, OUH
Device Description
The PiXel8-Reveal system is a multi-function laser and radiofrequency system intended for dermatologic and general surgery purposes. The system is comprised of a single console with two handpieces:
- PiXel8-RF - a bipolar radiofrequency microneedling handpiece with disposable tips
- Er:YAG - an Erbium:Yag single wavelength light-based handpiece.
The system and controls are contained in a single console. Electrical power is supplied to the console by the facility's power source.
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
Soft tissue (skin)
Indicated Patient Age Range
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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)
Performance Testing:
Verification and validation activities were successfully completed and establish that the PiXel8-Reveal control unit performs as intended. Testing included the following:
- IEC 60601-1:2005 + Corr.1:2006 + A1:2012; Medical Electrical Equipment - Part 1: General Requirements For Basic Safety And Essential Performance;
- IEC 60601-1-2:2014 + A1:2020; Medical Electrical Equipment - Part 1-2: General Requirements For Basic Safety And Essential Performance - Collateral Standard: Electromagnetic Disturbances - Requirements And Tests;
- IEC 60601-2-2:2017; 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;
- IEC 62304:2006+A1:2015; Medical Device Software Life Cycle Processes
Thermal Testing:
Testing was conducted to compare the new frequency of 4Mhz to the predicate's 2MHz frequency. Testing was conducted with 49-pin microneedling cartridges on three tissue types (ex vivo kidney, liver, and skin). Treatment settings included the three power levels: low (2.5 W), medium (7.5 W) and maximum (25 W), at a Pulse Width of 800 milliseconds (ms). Target penetration depth was 3.5 mm (e.g., max depth device delivers). Earlier generation PiXel8, operated on 2 MHz frequency, was used as the Predicate Device. The predicate was also equipped with the same microneedling cartridges as the Test Device and tested on all three types of tissue. Since the Predicate Device was used as a reference, it was tested for the worst cases only; e.g. maximum power level (25 W) and pulse width of 800 ms.
Results:
Thermal damage profiles for the Test and Predicate Devices were in close proximity in all test tissues. The Test Device showed somewhat milder thermal damage (moderately smaller CMZs) in treated tissues, which indicates a safer nature of the new generation PiXel8. At the same time, the study demonstrated the ability of the Test Device to achieve consistent thermal damage profiles in line with the target treatment and were comparable to the profiles produced by the Predicate Device. Thus, it can be concluded that treatment by such a device at the appropriate testings will possess a desirable clinical treatment effect.
Software testing:
Software verification and validation testing was conducted, and documentation provided in accordance with FDA's Guidance or the Content of Premarket Submissions for Software Contained in Medical Devices.
Clinical Evidence: N/A. No clinical studies were conducted as part of this submission.
Biocompatibility: The only components of the device that come into contact with the patient are the needles in the microneedling disposable tips. The materials were deemed biocompatible with the clearance of K180654 and have not changed since that clearance.
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.
MultiLaser System (K123777), Pinxel-RF system (K180654)
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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§ 878.4810 Laser surgical instrument for use in general and plastic surgery and in dermatology.
(a)
Identification. (1) A carbon dioxide laser for use in general surgery and in dermatology is a laser device intended to cut, destroy, or remove tissue by light energy emitted by carbon dioxide.(2) An argon laser for use in dermatology is a laser device intended to destroy or coagulate tissue by light energy emitted by argon.
(b)
Classification. (1) Class II.(2) Class I for special laser gas mixtures used as a lasing medium for this class of lasers. The devices subject to this paragraph (b)(2) are exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter, subject to the limitations in § 878.9.
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February 2, 2024
Rohrer Aesthetics Mark Rohrer President 105 Citation Court Homewood, Alabama 35209
Re: K233143
Trade/Device Name: PiXel8-Reveal Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.4400 Regulation Name: Electrosurgical Cutting And Coagulation Device And Accessories Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: GEI, GEX, OUH Dated: December 28, 2023 Received: December 28, 2023
Dear Mark Rohrer:
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 (the 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 available 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.
Additional information about changes that may require a new premarket notification are provided in the FDA guidance documents entitled "Deciding When to Submit a 510(k) for a Change to an Existing Device"
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(https://www.fda.gov/media/99812/download) and "Deciding When to Submit a 510(k) for a Software Change to an Existing Device" (https://www.fda.gov/media/99785/download).
Your device is also subject to, among other requirements, the Quality System (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820), which includes, but is not limited to, 21 CFR 820.30, Design controls; 21 CFR 820.90, Nonconforming product; and 21 CFR 820.100, Corrective and preventive action. Please note that regardless of whether a change requires premarket review, the QS regulation requires device manufacturers to review and approve changes to device design and production (21 CFR 820.70) and 21 CFR 820.70) and document changes and approvals in the device master record (21 CFR 820.181).
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 Part 803) for devices or postmarketing safety reporting (21 CFR Part 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 (OS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820) for devices or current good manufacturing practices (21 CFR Part 4, Subpart A) for combination products; and, if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR Parts 1000-1050.
Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR 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).
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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-devices/deviceadvice-comprehensive-regulatory-assistance/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.
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Tanisha Hithe 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
510(k) Number (if known) K233143
Device Name Pixel8-Reveal
Indications for Use (Describe)
The PiXel8-Reveal contains two handpieces, each of which has its own indications for use.
The PiXel8-RF handpiece is intended for use in dermatologic and general surgical procedures for electrocoagulation and hemostatis.
The Er.Y AG handpiece is designed specifically for superficial skin ablation resulting in skin dermabrasion. and the treatment of wrinkles. In addition this system is intended for coagulation, vaporization, ablation, or cutting of soft tissue (skin) in dermatology, plastic surgery (including aesthetic surgery).
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable) | |
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X Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
| Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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| Applicant
Address | Rohrer Aesthetics
105 Citation Court
Homewood, Alabama 35209 |
|------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Contact Person | Mark Rohrer |
| Contact Information | President, Rohrer Aesthetics
205-940-2200
mrohrer@rohreraesthetics.com |
| Preparation Date | January 24, 2024 |
| Device Trade Name | PiXel8-Reveal |
| Classification Name | Electrosurgical Cutting and Coagulation Device and Accessories
Powered Laser Surgical System |
| Regulation Number | 878.4400, 878.4810 |
| Product Code | GEI, OUH, GEX |
| Regulatory Class | II |
| Legally Marketed Predicate Devices | MultiLaser System(K123777)
Pinxel-RF system (K180654) |
Device Description:
The PiXel8-Reveal system is a multi-function laser and radiofrequency system intended for dermatologic and general surgery purposes. The system is comprised of a single console with two handpieces:
- PiXel8-RF - a bipolar radiofrequency microneedling handpiece with disposable tips
- Er:YAG - an Erbium:Yag single wavelength light-based handpiece.
The system and controls are contained in a single console. Electrical power is supplied to the console by the facility's power source.
Indications for use:
Each of the handpieces has its own indications for use.
The PiXel8-RF handpiece is intended for use in dermatologic and general surgical procedures for electrocoagulation and hemostatis.
The Er:YAG handpiece is designed specifically for superficial skin ablation resulting in skin dermabrasion, and the treatment of wrinkles. In addition this system is intended for coagulation, vaporization, ablation, or cutting of soft tissue (skin) in dermatology, plastic surgery (including aesthetic surgery).
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Indications for use comparison | |
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RF Micron | |
Subject Device Indications | Predicate Device |
RF Microneedling Handpiece | ||
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Subject Device Indications | Predicate Device Indications | Comparison |
The RF Microneedling | ||
handpiece is intended for use in | ||
dermatologic and general | ||
surgical procedures for | ||
electrocoagulation and | ||
hemostasis. | The RF Microneedling | |
handpiece is intended for use in | ||
dermatologic and general | ||
surgical procedures for | ||
electrocoagulation and | ||
hemostasis. | Same | |
Er:YAG Handpiece | ||
Subject Device Indications | Predicate Device Indications | Comparison |
The Erbium Yag (2940nm | ||
Wavelength) is designed | ||
specifically for superficial skin | ||
ablation resulting in skin | ||
dermabrasion, and the | ||
treatment of wrinkles. In | ||
addition, this system is intended | ||
for coagulation, vaporization, | ||
ablation, or cutting of soft tissue | ||
(skin) in dermatology, plastic | ||
surgery (including aesthetic | ||
surgery). | The Erbium Yag (2940nm | |
Wavelength) is designed | ||
specifically for superficial skin | ||
ablation resulting in skin | ||
dermabrasion, and the | ||
treatment of wrinkles. In | ||
addition, this system is intended | ||
for coagulation, vaporization, | ||
ablation, or cutting of soft tissue | ||
(skin) in dermatology, plastic | ||
surgery (including aesthetic | ||
surgery). | Same. The Predicate device | |
contains additional handpieces | ||
with their own indications, | ||
which are not listed here and | ||
not included in the PiXel8- | ||
Reveal |
Technical Specifications Comparison
RF Handpiece
| | Proposed Device
PiXel8-Reveal | Predicate 1
PINXEL-RF system
(K180654) | Reference Device | Comparison |
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| System Type | Bipolar
Radiofrequency | Bipolar
Radiofrequency | Bipolar
Radiofrequency | Same |
| RF Frequency | 4MHz | 2MHz | 4MHz | Different. Thermal
testing shows that the
performance of the two
devices is substantially
equivalent. Same as |
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PiXel8-Reveal System | ||||
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Proposed Device | ||||
PiXel8-Reveal | Predicate 1 | |||
PINXEL-RF system | ||||
(K180654) | Reference Device | Comparison | ||
reference device. | ||||
Max Power | Max 25W @ | |||
500ohm | Max 25W @ 500ohm | Max 25W@ 500 | ||
ohm | Same | |||
Total Power | ||||
delivered per | ||||
treatment | 25W | 25W | 25 W | Same |
Power per | ||||
pin | 25W | 25W | 25W | Same |
RF Duration | 50ms-1000ms | 50ms-950ms | 50 ms - 950ms | Different. The |
difference is not large | ||||
enough to impact | ||||
safety or effectiveness | ||||
Tips | 25, 49 and 64 pin | |||
microneedle | ||||
electrodes | 25 and 64 pin | |||
microneedle | ||||
electrodes | 25, 49 and 64 pin | |||
microneedle | ||||
electrodes | Addition of one new | |||
electrode with 49 pins. | ||||
The electrode is mid- | ||||
way between the sizing | ||||
of the others and does | ||||
not impact the needle | ||||
depth. The 49-pin | ||||
electrode is included in | ||||
the reference device. | ||||
The dimensions of the | ||||
electrodes are the | ||||
same. | ||||
Needle Insert | ||||
Depth | 0.5-3.5mm | 0.5-3.5mm | 0.5-3.5mm | Same |
Er:YAG Handpiece
Specification | Proposed Device | Predicate 2 | Comparison |
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PiXel8-Reveal | K123777 | ||
Wavelength | 2940nm | 2940 nm | same |
Max Power | 2.4W | 2.4W | same |
Max Fluence | Up to 10J/cm2 | Up to 8J/cm2 | Different. The |
difference is not large | |||
enough to impact the | |||
safety or effectiveness | |||
of the device. | |||
Pulse Width | 300 μs | 300 μs | Same |
Repetition Rate | Up to 5 pulses/second | Up to 10 pulses/second | Different. |
Spot Size | 1.5mm, 3mm, 6mm, | ||
9mm | 1.5mm, 3mm, 6mm, | ||
9mm | Same |
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Substantial Equivalence Discussion
The subject device, the PiXel8-Reveal, is identical in indications for user and nearly identical in technical specifications to its predicate devices. The sole changes to the device functionality, the RF frequency and addition of one new RF microneedling tip do not have an impact on the safety or efficacy of the device. Thermal testing of the device at the new 4Mhz RF frequency shows that the change raises no new concerns of safety and efficacy.
Performance Testing
Verification and validation activities were successfully completed and establish that the PiXel8-Reveal control unit performs as intended. Testing included the following:
- IEC 60601-1:2005 + Corr.1:2006 + A1:2012; Medical Electrical Equipment - Part 1: General Requirements For Basic Safety And Essential Performance;
- . IEC 60601-1-2:2014 + A1:2020; Medical Electrical Equipment - Part 1-2: General Requirements For Basic Safety And Essential Performance - Collateral Standard: Electromagnetic Disturbances - Requirements And Tests;
- IEC 60601-2-2:2017; 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;
- IEC 62304:2006+A1:2015; Medical Device Software Life Cycle Processes ●
Thermal Testing
The following summarizes the thermal testing conducted to compare the new frequency of 4Mhz to the predicate's 2MHz frequency. Testing was conducted with 49-pin microneedling cartridges on three tissue types (ex vivo kidney, liver, and skin). Treatment settings included the three power levels: low (2.5 W), medium (7.5 W) and maximum (25 W), at a Pulse Width of 800 milliseconds (ms). Target penetration depth was 3.5 mm (e.g., max depth device delivers). Earlier generation PiXel8, operated on 2 MHz frequency, was used as the Predicate Device. The predicate was also equipped with the same microneedling cartridges as the Test Device and tested on all three types of tissue. Since the Predicate Device was used as a reference, it was tested for the worst cases only; e.g. maximum power level (25 W) and pulse width of 800 ms.
Thermal damage profiles for the Test and Predicate Devices were in close proximity in all test tissues. The Test Device showed somewhat milder thermal damage (moderately smaller CMZs) in treated tissues, which indicates a safer nature of the new generation PiXel8. At the same time, the study demonstrated the ability of the Test Device to achieve consistent thermal damage profiles in line with the target treatment and were comparable to the profiles produced by the Predicate Device. Thus, it can be concluded that treatment by such a device at the appropriate testings will possess a desirable clinical treatment effect.
Software verification and validation testing was conducted, and documentation provided in accordance with FDA's Guidance or the Content of Premarket Submissions for Software Contained in Medical Devices.
Clinical Evidence – N/A. No clinical studies were conducted as part of this submission.
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Biocompatibility – The only components of the device that come into contact with the patient are the needles in the microneedling disposable tips. The materials were deemed biocompatible with the clearance of K180654 and have not changed since that clearance.
Discussion
The subject device, the PiXel8-Reveal, is identical in indications and nearly identical in technical specifications to its predicate devices. The sole changes to the device functionality, the RF frequency and addition of one new mid-sized RF microneedling tip do not have an impact on the safety or efficacy of the device.
The testing conducted and above comparison of devices shows that the PiXel8-Reveal is substantially equivalent to its two predicate devices.