(160 days)
The Ultimate rTMS for OCD is intended to be used as an adjunct for the treatment of adult patients suffering from Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder(OCD).
The Ultimate rTMS for OCD is a repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) system. This computerized medical device produces non-invasive, repetitive pulsed magnetic fields of sufficient magnitude to induce neural action potentials in the prefrontal cortex for the treatment of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD).
It can be used in patient care institutions, diagnostics centers, neurosurgical hospitals and experimental laboratories of research institutions.
The Ultimate rTMS principle of operation is based on the discharge of high voltage capacitor through stimulation coil; the pulsed magnetic field generated by the discharge current penetrates through neuromuscular tissues nearby to induce electrical currents in cortical neurons.
Area of the brain to be simulated for ODC treatment is the Dorsomedial Prefrontal Cortex.
The provided FDA 510(k) clearance letter and summary for the "Ultimate rTMS for OCD (M-series)" device focuses on demonstrating substantial equivalence to a predicate device through non-clinical performance characteristics, rather than a clinical study evaluating the device's efficacy in treating OCD. Therefore, it does not contain the detailed information about clinical acceptance criteria, study design (sample size, data provenance, expert adjudication, MRMC, standalone performance, ground truth for test/training sets) that would typically be found in a clinical trial report.
The document primarily shows that the new device's technical specifications and physical/magnetic properties are comparable to a previously cleared device. It asserts that the proposed device does not introduce new safety concerns and has equivalent performance characteristics based on bench testing.
Here's an attempt to answer the questions based on the provided text, with many fields marked as "Not Applicable" or "Not Provided" due to the nature of the submission:
1. Table of acceptance criteria and the reported device performance
The acceptance criteria are implicitly defined by the demonstration of substantial equivalence to the predicate device (MagVenture TMS Therapy system K193006) through close matching of technological characteristics and non-clinical performance (bench testing) according to FDA guidance. The "reported device performance" are the measured values for the Ultimate rTMS for OCD (M-series) in comparison to the predicate.
| Criteria (Implicit Acceptance based on Predicate Equivalence) | Proposed Device Ultimate rTMS for OCD Performance (Reported) | Predicate Device MagVenture TMS Therapy system (K193006) Performance (Reported) | Equivalence Comments (Context of Acceptance) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intended Use | Treatment of adult patients suffering from Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) | Treatment of adult patients suffering from Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) | Identical |
| Treatment Protocol (Magnetic Field Intensity, Frequency, Train/Inter-train duration, Pulses/Session, Session Duration, Sessions/week, Treatment Schedule, Area of brain to be stimulated) | All match predicate values | All specified | Identical |
| Coil Configuration | Double-cone coil | Double-cone coil | Identical |
| Coil Materials of Construction | Copper tubing (GIS-C1100), Polycarbonate (Covestro Makrolon PC 2805) | Copper tubing (unknown), Polycarbonate (unknown) | Equivalent, no additional concerns for safety and effectiveness. |
| Core material | Air core | Air core | Identical |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling | Identical |
| Coil for MT determination | Used for both MT determination and treatment. | Used for both MT determination and treatment. | Identical |
| Number of Turns/Wing | 8 (Upper: 4, Lower: 4) | 7 (Upper: 4, Lower: 3) | Equivalent (See Note A for explanation). |
| Inner/Outer Diameter of Winding | Inner: 50 mm, Outer: 105 mm | Inner: 67 mm, Outer: 95 mm | Equivalent (See Note A for explanation). |
| Amplitude in SMT units | 0-2.22 SMT (45% intensity → 1 SMT) | 0-2.38 SMT (42% intensity → 1 SMT) | Comparable, within variations seen across cleared TMS devices (See Note B). |
| Waveform | Biphasic sinusoid | Biphasic sinusoid | Identical |
| Active pulse width (μs) | Measured: 308.6 (spec: 300 ±5%) | Measured: 302.2 (spec: 290 ±5%) | Equivalent, compensated by MT settings (See Note C). |
| Max magnetic field strength 3 cm from coil (T) | At 25%: 0.147; 50%: 0.225; 75%: 0.297; 100%: 0.380 | At 25%: 0.119; 50%: 0.212; 75%: 0.301; 100%: 0.391 | Equivalent, narrow range, similar slope and intercept. Compensated by MT settings (See Note D). |
| Max initial dB/dt (kT/s) near coil surface (z=0 cm) | 21.4 | 21.9 | Sufficiently close, compensated by MT settings (See Note E). |
| Max initial dB/dt (kT/s) 3 cm from coil surface (z=3 cm) | 7.73 | 8.12 | Sufficiently close, compensated by MT settings (See Note E). |
| Coil temperature exceed auto-disable | 40°C (104°F) | 41°C (106°F) | Slightly enhanced safety for proposed device. |
| Frequency range (Hz) | 0.1 - 100 | 0.1 - 30 or 0.1 - 100 (model dependent) | Differences in overall capabilities, but both encompass recommended OCD treatment parameters. |
| Pulse train duration range (s) | Up to 2000 pulses in train | Up to 1000 pulses in train | Differences in overall capabilities, but both encompass recommended OCD treatment parameters. |
| Inter-train interval range (s) | 0-60s | 0-120s | Differences in overall capabilities, but both encompass recommended OCD treatment parameters. |
| Maximum trains per session | 250 | 500 | Differences in overall capabilities, but both encompass recommended OCD treatment parameters. |
| Maximum number of pulses per session | 500,000 | 500,000 | Identical maximum. |
| Electrical safety | Complies with IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2 | Complies with IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2 | N/A |
| ISO Standards met | ISO 13485:2016, ISO 14971 | ISO 13485:2016 | N/A |
2. Sample size used for the test set and the data provenance
- Sample size: Not applicable. The submission is based on non-clinical (bench) testing of the device's physical and magnetic characteristics rather than a clinical test set of patients.
- Data provenance: Not applicable. The data arises from engineering measurements and comparative bench testing of the physical device components (coils, stimulator output).
3. Number of experts used to establish the ground truth for the test set and the qualifications of those experts
- Number of experts: Not applicable. Ground truth for clinical efficacy or diagnosis using patient data is not established in this non-clinical submission.
- Qualifications of experts: Not applicable. Engineering and technical experts would have conducted and verified the bench tests.
4. Adjudication method for the test set
- Adjudication method: Not applicable. This was a non-clinical (bench) testing comparison, not a clinical study requiring adjudication of patient outcomes or diagnoses.
5. If a multi reader multi case (MRMC) comparative effectiveness study was done, If so, what was the effect size of how much human readers improve with AI vs without AI assistance
- MRMC study: No. This is not an AI-assisted diagnostic or therapeutic device that involves human "readers" or image interpretation. It is a TMS system for direct treatment.
6. If a standalone (i.e. algorithm only without human-in-the-loop performance) was done
- Standalone performance: Not applicable. This is a medical device, not a software algorithm in the context of interpretation. Its "standalone" performance is assessed by its physical and magnetic output characteristics in bench tests.
7. The type of ground truth used
- Type of ground truth: The "ground truth" in this context is the measured physical and electromagnetic properties of the new Ultimate rTMS device compared to the established properties of the predicate MagVenture TMS Therapy system, as well as adherence to recognized safety standards (IEC, ISO). The substantial equivalence is built upon the premise that if the new device behaves physically like the predicate, and the predicate is known to be safe and effective, then the new device is also considered safe and effective for the stated indications.
8. The sample size for the training set
- Sample size for training set: Not applicable. This is a conventional medical device whose performance is characterized by its engineering specifications and bench test results. It does not involve machine learning or AI that requires a "training set."
9. How the ground truth for the training set was established
- Ground truth for training set: Not applicable (as above).
FDA 510(k) Clearance Letter - Ultimate rTMS for OCD (M-series)
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U.S. Food & Drug Administration
10903 New Hampshire Avenue
Silver Spring, MD 20993
www.fda.gov
Doc ID # 04017.07.05
April 17, 2025
Brain Ultimate, Inc.
℅ Barry Ashar
President
Makromed, Inc.
88 Stiles Road
Salem, New Hampshire 03079
Re: K243459
Trade/Device Name: Ultimate rTMS for OCD (M-series)
Regulation Number: 21 CFR 882.5802
Regulation Name: Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation System For Neurological And Psychiatric Disorders And Conditions
Regulatory Class: Class II
Product Code: QCI
Dated: March 26, 2025
Received: March 26, 2025
Dear Barry Ashar:
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 820.30 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 (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-reporting-combination-products); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) 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.
All medical devices, including Class I and unclassified devices and combination product device constituent parts are required to be in compliance with the final Unique Device Identification System rule ("UDI Rule"). The UDI Rule requires, among other things, that a device bear a unique device identifier (UDI) on its label and package (21 CFR 801.20(a)) unless an exception or alternative applies (21 CFR 801.20(b)) and that the dates on the device label be formatted in accordance with 21 CFR 801.18. The UDI Rule (21 CFR 830.300(a) and 830.320(b)) also requires that certain information be submitted to the Global Unique Device Identification Database (GUDID) (21 CFR Part 830 Subpart E). For additional information on these requirements, please see the UDI System webpage at https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/device-advice-comprehensive-regulatory-assistance/unique-device-identification-system-udi-system.
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-devices/medical-device-safety/medical-device-reporting-mdr-how-report-medical-device-problems.
For comprehensive regulatory information about medical devices and radiation-emitting products, including information about labeling regulations, please see Device Advice (https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/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-devices/device-advice-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).
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Sincerely,
ROBERT KANG -S
for Pamela Scott
Assistant Director
DHT5B: Division of Neuromodulation and Physical Medicine 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
Form Approved: OMB No. 0910-0120
Expiration Date: 07/31/2026
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Indications for Use
Submission Number (if known)
K243459
Device Name
Ultimate rTMS for OCD (M-series)
Indications for Use (Describe)
The Ultimate rTMS for OCD is intended to be used as an adjunct for the treatment of adult patients suffering from Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder(OCD).
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
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510(k) Summary
510(k) #:
Prepared on: 2024-11-07
Contact Details
21 CFR 807.92(a)(1)
| Applicant Name | Brain Ultimate, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Applicant Address | 5910 Shiloh Road East Alpharetta GA 30005 United States |
| Applicant Contact Telephone | (770) 378-6785 |
| Applicant Contact | Mr. Frank Ge |
| Applicant Contact Email | Frank.Ge@brainultimate.com |
Device Name
21 CFR 807.92(a)(2)
| Device Trade Name | Ultimate rTMS for OCD (M-series) |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Transcranial magnetic stimulation system for neurological and psychiatric disorders and conditions |
| Classification Name | Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation System For Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder |
| Regulation Number | 882.5802 |
| Product Code(s) | QCI |
Legally Marketed Predicate Devices
21 CFR 807.92(a)(3)
| Predicate # | Predicate Trade Name (Primary Predicate is listed first) | Product Code |
|---|---|---|
| K193006 | MagVenture TMS Therapy system | QCI |
Device Description Summary
21 CFR 807.92(a)(4)
The Ultimate rTMS for OCD is a repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) system. This computerized medical device produces non-invasive, repetitive pulsed magnetic fields of sufficient magnitude to induce neural action potentials in the prefrontal cortex for the treatment of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD).
It can be used in patient care institutions, diagnostics centers, neurosurgical hospitals and experimental laboratories of research institutions.
The Ultimate rTMS principle of operation is based on the discharge of high voltage capacitor through stimulation coil; the pulsed magnetic field generated by the discharge current penetrates through neuromuscular tissues nearby to induce electrical currents in cortical neurons.
Area of the brain to be simulated for OCD treatment is the Dorsomedial Prefrontal Cortex.
Intended Use/Indications for Use
21 CFR 807.92(a)(5)
The Ultimate rTMS for OCD is intended to be used as an adjunct for the treatment of adult patients suffering from Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder(OCD).
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Indications for Use Comparison
21 CFR 807.92(a)(5)
The subject device of this 510(k) submission has the exact same Indication for Use as that of the predicate device.
Technological Comparison
21 CFR 807.92(a)(6)
Introduction
The proposed device, the Ultimate rTMS for OCD, and the predicate device, the MagVenture TMS Therapy system (K193006) are a computerized electromechanical medical device that produces and delivers non-invasive, repetitive pulsed magnetic fields of sufficient magnitude to induce neural action potentials in the prefrontal cortex for the treatment of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). Both devices have identical intended use/indication for use, identical treatment target, and use identical treatment parameters of the 18-minutes protocol.
Design
The design of the proposed Ultimate rTMS for OCD device is similar to that of the predicate MagVenture TMS Therapy system device, as both systems are based on repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation by means of repetitive pulse trains at a predetermined frequency. Both systems use the same mechanism of action, i.e., an electromechanical instrument that produces and delivers brief duration, rapidly alternating (pulsed) magnetic fields to induce electrical currents in localized regions of the prefrontal cortex.
The coil for the proposed Ultimate rTMS for OCD and the predicate device are similar and share the same transducer design (Double-cone).
Operational Characteristics
For the proposed Ultimate rTMS for OCD and its predicate device, their basic operational procedures including system setup, patient preparations, motor threshold determination, coil positioning, and treatment with predefined treatment stimulation parameters are the same. OCD treatment parameters for both devices are the following:
- Magnetic Field Intensity: 100% of the MT
- Frequency: 20 Hz
- Train duration: 2 sec
- Inter-train interval: 20 sec
- Number of trains: 50
- Magnetic Pulses per Session:2000
- Treatment Session Duration: 18.0 min
- Sessions/week: 5
- Treatment Schedule:5 daily sessions for 5 weeks, 4 daily sessions for 1 week
- Area of brain to be stimulated: Dorsomedial Prefrontal Cortex
Technological Characteristics
Both the subject and predicate devices have similar components consisting of TMS stimulator with software, electromagnetic coil and a flexible arm for positioning of the treatment coil.
The predicate MagVenture TMS Therapy system (Coil Cool D-B80) and proposed Ultimate rTMS for OCD devices (Coil MY90A) use very similar coils that share the same coil materials, cooling mechanism and media, isolation design, and functionalities.
The reliability of the positioning method used by the proposed Ultimate rTMS for OCD is based on the direct relationship of the underlying cortical brain anatomy to the patient's scalp, as is the method used in the predicate device. The method for identifying the correct treatment position in the proposed device is as effective as the method employed by the predicate device.
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The basic operational procedures including system setup, patient preparations, motor threshold determination, coil positioning, and treatment with predefined treatment stimulation parameters are essentially the same between the Ultimate rTMS for OCD device and the predicate device.
Non-clinical Performance Characteristics
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Electrical/mechanical/thermal safety and electromagnetic compatibility of both the subject and predicate devices have been verified through testing to the following standards:
- IEC 60601-1:2005/(R)2012
- IEC 60601-1-2:2014
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Patient caps are the only accessory of this device that comes in contact with the patient's intact skin for a duration of less than 24 hours. As they are made of commonly used textile materials they are exempt from ISO 10993-1:2018 Biocompatibility testing per FDA's Guidance Document "Use of International Standard ISO 10993-1, "Biological evaluation of medical devices - Part 1: Evaluation and testing within a risk management process"", dated September 8, 2023.
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The new coil (MY90A) shares the same double-cone design of the predicate device coil Cool D-B80 (K193006), containing two coils that do not overlap, and allowing for a deeper and broader stimulation of the cortex. To establish substantial equivalence, we have performed a comparison of the magnetic field characteristics of the two coils respectively, in accordance with section 4 of the FDA's Class II Special Controls Guidance Document – Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (rTMS) Systems. These include linearity of output levels, magnetic field strength gradients, output waveform, and magnetic field spatial distribution.
Conclusion
The subject device is equivalent in its performance and does not introduce any new safety considerations in comparison to the predicate device. There are no identified differences between the subject device and the predicate that impact on safety or efficacy.
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| Criteria | Proposed Device Ultimate rTMS for OCD | Predicate Device MagVenture TMS Therapy system (K193006) | Equivalence Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intended Use (Indication for Use) | The Ultimate rTMS for OCD is intended to be used as an adjunct for the treatment of adult patients suffering from Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). | The MagVenture TMS Therapy System is intended to be used as an adjunct for the treatment of adult patients suffering from Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). | Identical |
| Recommended Standard Treatment | |||
| Magnetic Field Intensity | 100% of the MT | 100% of the MT | Identical |
| Frequency | 20 Hz | 20 Hz | Identical |
| Train duration | 2 sec | 2 sec | |
| Inter-train interval | 20 sec | 20 sec | |
| Number of trains | 50 | 50 | |
| Magnetic Pulses per Session | 2000 | 2000 | |
| Treatment Session Duration | 18.0 min | 18.0 min | |
| Sessions/week | 5 | 5 | Identical |
| Treatment Schedule | 5 daily sessions for 5 weeks, 4 daily sessions for 1 week | 5 daily sessions for 5 weeks, 4 daily sessions for 1 week | Identical |
| Area of brain to be stimulated | Dorsomedial Prefrontal Cortex | Dorsomedial Prefrontal Cortex | Identical |
| Coils |
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| Criteria | Proposed Device Ultimate rTMS for OCD | Predicate Device MagVenture TMS Therapy system (K193006) | Equivalence Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coils | MY90A | Cool D-B80 | N/A |
| Configuration | Double-cone coil | Double-cone coil | Identical |
| Materials of Construction | Coil windings: copper tubing (commercial brand GIS-C1100) Coil housing: polycarbonate (commercial brand Covestro Makrolon PC 2805) | Coil windings: copper tubing (commercial brand unknown) Coil housing: polycarbonate (commercial brand unknown) | Equivalent, with no additional concerns for safety and effectiveness. |
| Core material | Air core | Air core | Identical |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling | Identical |
| Coil for MT determination | Used for both MT determination and treatment. | Used for both MT determination and treatment. | Identical |
| Number of Turns/Wing | 8 Upper layer N = 4 turns/wing Lower layer N = 4 turns/wing | 7 Upper layer N = 4 turns/wing Lower layer N = 3 turns/wing | Equivalent, with no additional concerns for safety and effectiveness. See Note A for equivalence explanation of coil parameters such as dimensions and windings. |
| Number of Wings | 2 | 2 | |
| Number of Layers | 2 | 2 | See Note A for equivalence explanation of coil parameters such as dimensions and windings. |
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| Criteria | Proposed Device Ultimate rTMS for OCD | Predicate Device MagVenture TMS Therapy system (K193006) | Equivalence Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inner Diameter of Winding, mm | 50 | 67 | |
| Outer Diameter of Winding, mm | 105 | 95 | |
| Machine Output Parameters | |||
| Amplitude in Standard Motor Threshold (SMT) units | 0 – 2.22 SMT 45% Intensity Setting → 1 SMT | 0 – 2.38 SMT 42% Intensity Setting → 1 SMT | Equivalent, with no additional concerns for safety and effectiveness. See Note B for equivalence explanation of Intensity/Amplitude. |
| Waveform | Biphasic sinusoid | Biphasic sinusoid | Identical |
| Active pulse width (μs) | 300 ±5% (285~315) Measured: 308.6 | 290 ±5% (275.5~304.5) Measured: 302.2 | Equivalent, with no additional concerns for safety and effectiveness. See Note C for equivalence explanation of Pulse Width and Amplitude. |
| Pulse amplitude (V) | 1.240 | 1.612 | |
| Max magnetic field strength 3 cm from coil (T) | At 25% Intensity: 0.147 At 50% Intensity: 0.225 | At 25% Intensity: 0.119 At 50% Intensity: 0.212 | Equivalent, with no additional concerns for safety and effectiveness. |
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| Criteria | Proposed Device Ultimate rTMS for OCD | Predicate Device MagVenture TMS Therapy system (K193006) | Equivalence Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| At 75% Intensity: 0.297 At 100% Intensity: 0.380 | At 75% Intensity: 0.301 At 100% Intensity: 0.391 | See Note D for equivalence explanation of Max magnetic field strength. | |
| Max initial dB/dt (kT/s) near the coil surface (z = 0 cm) | 21.4 | 21.9 | Equivalent, with no additional concerns for safety and effectiveness. See Note E for equivalence explanation of dB/dt. |
| Max initial dB/dt (kT/s) 3 cm from coil surface (z = 3 cm) | 7.73 | 8.12 | |
| The system will automatically be disabled when the coil temperature exceeds: | 40°C (104°F) | 41°C (106°F) | Regardless of the intensity setting (at Maximum output or otherwise), both the subject and predicate device have a coil temperature safety feature that shuts down the system when the threshold temperature is reached. Ultimate rTMS for OCD system provides a slightly enhanced safety by not letting the coil |
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| Criteria | Proposed Device Ultimate rTMS for OCD | Predicate Device MagVenture TMS Therapy system (K193006) | Equivalence Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| temperature exceed 40°C compared to 41°C for MagVita TMS system. | |||
| Frequency range (Hz) | 0.1 - 100 | 0.1 - 30 or 0.1 - 100, depending on model | The differences in these parameters are simply the differences in the overall capabilities of these machines. These capabilities encompass the recommended treatment parameters for OCD listed above. In other words, these variations among different manufacturers' models do not impact their ability to deliver the treatment parameters recommended for OCD. All machines use identical treatment parameters. |
| Pulse train duration range (s) | Rep Rate: 0.1 ...100Hz Pulses in Train: 1,2,3,4 ... 2000 Train duration = Pulses in Train / Rep Rate | Rep Rate: 0.1 ...100Hz Pulses in Train: 1,2,3,4 ... 1000 Train duration = Pulses in Train / Rep Rate | |
| Inter-train interval range (s) | 0~60s | 0~120s | |
| Maximum trains per session | 250 | 500 | |
| Maximum number of pulses per session | 500,000 = 2000 x 250 (Pulses In Train:2000 Maximun Trains:250 | 500,000 = 1000 x 500 (Pulses in Train:1000 Maximum Trains: 500 | |
| Standards | |||
| Electrical safety | Complies with IEC 60601-1,IEC 60601-1-2. | Complies with IEC 60601-1,IEC 60601-1-2. | N/A |
| ISO Standards met | Company complies with ISO 13485:2016. ISO14971 | Company complies with ISO 13485:2016. | N/A |
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Note A:
- Applicator Diameter: ID/OD = 50 mm/105 mm for the subject and 67 mm/95 mm for the predicate device. These differences are typical of variations among different manufacturers of TMS devices or even among different models of the same manufacturer. As shown in Section Bench Testing – Section 18 Appendix 18-1 Coils Test Report, they do not lead to significant differences in the electric and magnetic fields generated by these applicators.
- Applicator Windings: Both the subject and the predicate device have the same double-cone design (windings of 2 wings x 2 layers).
Note B:
- Subject Device (Brain Ultimate TMS):
- Intensity/Amplitude Setting = 0% → 0 SMT
- Intensity/Amplitude Setting = 45% → 1 SMT
- Intensity/Amplitude Setting = 100% → 2.22 SMT
- Predicate Device (MagVenture TMS):
- Intensity/Amplitude Setting = 0% → 0 SMT
- Intensity/Amplitude Setting = 42% → 1 SMT
- Intensity/Amplitude Setting = 100% → 2.38 SMT
- These are comparable values and within the variations seen among previously cleared TMS devices by the FDA. These differences are typical of variations among different manufacturers of TMS devices or even among different models of the same manufacturer.
Note C:
- Inherent differences in the design and construction of TMS devices of different manufacturers, or even different models of the same manufacturer, lead to the variations in pulse widths shown above. However, since a patient is always treated at 100% MT for OCD on any TMS device, and MT is a function of both the intensity/amplitude and pulse width, differences in pulse widths are easily compensated by the changes in intensity settings needed to achieve 100% MT stimulation.
Note D:
- The Max magnetic field values for the subject and predicate device at 3 cm are in a narrow range and exhibit equivalent slope and intercept values when measured at 25%, 50%, 75% and 100% intensity settings, as shown here:
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(See more details in Bench Testing).
- These measurements were made using the same intensity setting on both devices. For a treatment given to the same patient, each device will be set to 100% of the patient's MT, which does not translate to the exact same % power setting on each device. Different power setting on each device for the same MT will compensate for the observed differences in magnetic field strength values in the table.
- These differences are typical of variations among different manufacturers of TMS devices or even among different models of the same manufacturer.
Note E:
- The dB/dt values for the subject and predicate device, at both z = 0 cm and z = 3 cm, are sufficiently close to each other to be considered equivalent. They were measured using the same intensity setting on both devices. For a treatment given to the same patient, each device will be set to 100% of the patient's MT, which does not translate to the exact same % power setting on each device. Different power setting on each device for the same MT will compensate for the observed differences in dB/dt values in the table.
- These differences are typical of variations among different manufacturers of TMS devices or even among different models of the same manufacturer.
Magnetic field Strength linearity (point x=0, y=0, z=30mm)
![Chart showing magnetic field strength comparison between MY90A and Cool D-B80 devices across different pulse intensities (25%, 50%, 75%, 100%). The chart shows two nearly parallel lines with MY90A values ranging from 0.147 to 0.380 and Cool D-B80 values ranging from 0.119 to 0.391.]
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Non-Clinical and/or Clinical Tests Summary & Conclusions
21 CFR 807.92(b)
The following special control document does not specifically list in its scope the subject device of this submission (Product Code QCI, Regulation 882.5805) and thus is applicable to a very similar device (Product Code QCI, Regulation 882.5805) and thus satisfies the requirements for what to include in this 510(k) submission:
"Guidance for Industry and FDA Staff: Class II Special Controls Guidance Document: Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (rTMS) Systems."
The following performance tests specified in this guidance document were performed and the results were compared for a determination of substantial equivalence between the subject device (Ultimate rTMS for OCD System) and the predicate device (MagVita TMS System):
Electric Field:
a. SMT Comparison
b. Electrical Field Strength Decay over z-axis distance from coil center (in the direction of head center)
Magnetic Field:
a. Output Waveform for pulse width and amplitude
b. Magnetic Field Strength Linearity as a function of machine intensity setting
c. Magnetic Field Spatial Distribution
d. Magnetic Field Gradient (dB/dt)
Not Applicable
CONCLUSION STATEMENT
The Ultimate rTMS for OCD and the predicate device have identical intended use/indication for use, target population, treatment procedure, treatment position and all recommended standard treatment protocol parameters (intensity, frequency, number of pulses in a train, number of trains in a session, number of treatment sessions).
Both the subject device and the primary predicate device share the same Double Cone coil design. The tested magnetic properties of the Ultimate rTMS for OCD and the primary predicate device are substantial equivalent for the coils.
The reliability of the positioning method used by the Ultimate rTMS for OCD is based on the direct relationship of the underlying cortical brain anatomy to the patient's scalp, as is the method used in the predicate device. The method for identifying the correct treatment position in the Ultimate rTMS for OCD is at least as effective as the method employed by the predicate device.
The Ultimate rTMS for OCD does not introduce any new safety considerations in comparison to the predicate device. All other identified differences between the subject device and the predicate device are minor and without any known impact on safety or efficacy.
Based on the information and supporting documentation provided in the premarket notification, the Ultimate rTMS for OCD is substantially equivalent to the cited primary predicate device. Testing demonstrates that the Ultimate rTMS for OCD fulfills prospectively defined design and performance specifications.
§ 882.5802 Transcranial magnetic stimulation system for neurological and psychiatric disorders and conditions.
(a)
Identification. A transcranial magnetic stimulation system for neurological and psychiatric disorders and conditions is a prescription, non-implantable device that uses brief duration, rapidly alternating, or pulsed, magnetic fields to induce neural activity in the cerebral cortex. It is not intended for applying or focusing magnetic fields towards brain areas outside cerebral cortex (e.g., cerebellum). A repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation system that is intended to treat major depressive disorder is classified in § 882.5805. A transcranial magnetic stimulation system for headache is classified in § 882.5808.(b)
Classification. Class II (special controls). The special controls for this device are:(1) Performance testing must demonstrate electromagnetic compatibility, electrical safety, and thermal safety.
(2) Software verification, validation, and hazard analysis must be performed.
(3) The patient-contacting components of the device must be demonstrated to be biocompatible.
(4) Non-clinical performance testing must demonstrate that the device performs as intended under anticipated conditions of use. The following performance characteristics must be tested:
(i) Magnetic pulse output testing;
(ii) Magnetic and electrical field testing;
(iii) Testing of the safety features built into the device; and
(iv) Testing of the sound levels patients are exposed to during device use.
(5) The physician and patient labeling must include the following:
(i) The risks and benefits associated with use of the device;
(ii) Detailed instructions to prevent seizures, to monitor the patient for seizure activity during treatment, and to provide seizure management care if one were to occur during treatment; and
(iii) A description of the ear protection to be worn by the patient during use of the device, including the type of protection and its noise reduction rating.