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Digital Medical X-ray Imaging System is intended to acquire X-ray images of the human body by a qualified technician, examples include acquiring two-dimensional X-ray images of the skull, spinal column, chest, abdomen, extremities, limbs and trunk. The visualization of such anatomical structures provide visual evidence to radiologists and clinicians in making diagnostic decisions. This device is not intended for mammography.
uDR Arria and uDR Aris are two models of Digital Medical X-ray Imaging System developed and manufactured by Shanghai United Imaging Healthcare Co., Ltd(UIH). The system is equipped with imaging chain components and utilizes enhanced processing technology, so it can offer radiographic images with high image quality. The intuitive user interface and easy-to-use functions provide clinical users with a experience during patient examination and image processing.
The system is intended to acquire X-ray images of the human body by a qualified technician, examples include acquiring two-dimensional X-ray images of the skull, spinal column, chest, abdomen, extremities, limbs and trunk. The visualization of such anatomical structures provide visual evidence to radiologists and clinicians in making diagnostic decisions. This device is not intended for mammography.
Here's a breakdown of the acceptance criteria and study details for the uDR Arria and uDR Aris devices, based on the provided FDA 510(k) clearance letter:
1. Table of Acceptance Criteria and Reported Device Performance
The 510(k) summary provided details for two specific optional software functions: uVision and uAid. Other aspects of the device are X-ray imaging systems, for which the primary "performance" is image quality, which is evaluated subjectively through clinical image evaluation rather than quantitative metrics and acceptance criteria.
| Feature | Acceptance Criteria | Reported Device Performance |
|---|---|---|
| uVision (Optional) | When users employ the uVision function for automatic positioning, the automatically set system position and field size will meet clinical technicians' criteria with 95% compliance. | In 95% of patient positioning processes, the light field and equipment position automatically set by uVision can meet the clinical positioning and shooting requirements. In the remaining 5% of cases, based on the light field and system position automatically set by the equipment, technicians still need to make manual adjustments. |
| uAid (Optional) | A 90% pass rate for "Grade A" images, aligning with industry standards (e.g., European Radiology and ACR-AAPM-SPR Practice Parameter guidelines which state Grade A image rates in public hospitals generally range between 80% and 90%).Implicitly, for specific criteria: Sensitivity and specificity of whether there is a foreign body, whether the lung field is intact, and whether the scapula is open all exceed 0.9. | Average time of uAid algorithm: 1.359 seconds (longest does not exceed 2 seconds).Maximum memory occupation of uAid algorithm: not more than 2GB.Sensitivity and specificity of whether there is a foreign body, whether the lung field is intact, and whether the scapula is open all exceed 0.9.The uAid function can correctly identify four types of results: Foreign object, Incomplete lung fields, Unexposed shoulder blades, and Centerline deviation, making classifications (Green: qualified, Yellow: secondary, Red: waste). |
| Clinical Image Quality | Each image was reviewed with a statement indicating that image quality is sufficient for clinical diagnosis. | Sample images of chest, abdomen, spine, pelvis, upper extremity and lower extremity were provided. A board-certified radiologist evaluated the image quality for sufficiency for clinical diagnosis. |
2. Sample Size Used for the Test Set and Data Provenance
uVision:
- Sample Size: The evaluation results provided are from a single week's worth of data, totaling 328 chest cases and 20 full spine or full lower limb stitching cases from the specified period (2024.12.17 - 2024.12.23).
- Data Provenance: The device with uVision function (serial number 11XT7E0001) has been in use for over a year at a hospital. The testing data includes individuals of all genders and varying heights capable of standing independently. It is prospective in the sense that it was collected during routine clinical operation after installation and commissioning. The country of origin is not explicitly stated but implied to be China, given the manufacturer's location.
uAid:
- Sample Size: The document does not provide a single total number for the test set. Instead, it breaks down the data by age/gender distribution and the distribution of positive/negative cases for each criterion.
- Age/Gender Distribution: Total 5680 patients (sum of all male/female/no age/no age, no gender categories).
- Criterion-specific counts:
- Lung field segmentation: 465 Negative, 31 Positive
- Spinal centerline segmentation: 815 Negative, 68 Positive
- Shoulder blades segmentation: 210 Negative, 1089 Positive
- Foreign object: 1078 Negative, 3080 Positive
- Data Provenance: Data collection started in October 2017, from the uDR 780i and "different cooperative hospitals." The study was approved by the institutional review board. The data is stored in DICOM format. It is retrospective, collected from existing hospital data. Country of origin not explicitly stated but implied to be China.
3. Number of Experts Used to Establish the Ground Truth for the Test Set and Their Qualifications
uVision:
- Number of Experts: The results were "statistically analyzed by clinical experts." The exact number is not specified, but the term "experts" suggests more than one.
- Qualifications: "Clinical experts" is a general term. Specific qualifications (e.g., radiologist, radiologic technologist, years of experience) are not provided.
uAid:
- Ground truth establishment for uAid's classification categories (Foreign object, Incomplete lung fields, Unexposed shoulder blades, Centerline deviation) is not explicitly described in terms of experts or their qualifications. The acceptance criteria reference "relevant research and literature" and "industry guidelines and standards," suggesting that the ground truth for image quality categorization might be derived from these established definitions.
Clinical Image Quality (General):
- Number of Experts: "A board certified radiologist." This indicates one expert.
- Qualifications: "Board certified radiologist." This is a specific and high qualification for evaluating radiographic images.
4. Adjudication Method for the Test Set
uVision:
- The document states that the results were "statistically analyzed by clinical experts." This implies some form of review and judgment, but a formal adjudication method (e.g., 2+1, 3+1) is not described. It's presented as an evaluation of the system's compliance with technician criteria.
uAid:
- The method for establishing ground truth classifications for uAid's criteria (Foreign object, Incomplete lung fields, Unexposed shoulder blades, Centerline deviation) is not detailed, so an adjudication method is not provided.
5. If a Multi-Reader Multi-Case (MRMC) Comparative Effectiveness Study Was Done
- No, an MRMC comparative effectiveness study was not explicitly described for either uVision or uAid or the overall device. The studies focused on evaluating the standalone performance of the AI features and the overall clinical image quality (subjective expert review), rather than comparing human readers with and without AI assistance.
6. If a Standalone (i.e., algorithm only without human-in-the-loop performance) Was Done
- Yes, standalone performance was evaluated for both uVision and uAid.
- uVision: The reported performance is how well the "automatically set system position and field size" meet "clinical technicians' criteria" when the uVision function is used for automatic positioning. While technicians use the function, the performance metric itself is about the accuracy of the system's automatic output before manual adjustment.
- uAid: The reported performance metrics (sensitivity, specificity, processing time, memory usage) are direct measurements of the algorithm's output in categorizing image quality criteria. The system classifies images and presents the evaluation "instantly accessible to radiologic technologists," but the evaluation itself is algorithmic.
7. The Type of Ground Truth Used
uVision:
- The ground truth for uVision appears to be clinical technicians' criteria. The metric is "meet clinical technicians' criteria with 95% compliance," implying that the "correct" positioning is defined by the standards and expectations of experienced technicians.
uAid:
- The ground truth for uAid's image quality classification is based on established clinical quality control criteria for chest X-rays. The acceptance criteria explicitly reference "mature industry guidelines and standards, such as those from European Radiology and the ACR-AAPM-SPR Practice Parameter." This suggests an expert consensus-driven or guideline-based ground truth for what constitutes a "Grade A" image or the presence of specific issues like foreign objects or incomplete lung fields.
8. The Sample Size for the Training Set
uVision:
- The sample size for the training set for uVision is not provided. The document explicitly states that the "testing dataset was collected independently from the training dataset, with separated subjects and during different time periods."
uAid:
- The sample size for the training set for uAid is not provided. It is mentioned that "The data collection started in October 2017... from different cooperative hospitals" for the overall data reservoir, but specific numbers for training versus testing are not given. Similar to uVision, the testing data is stated to be "entirely independent and does not share any overlap with the training data."
9. How the Ground Truth for the Training Set Was Established
uVision:
- The method for establishing the ground truth for the training set for uVision is not provided.
uAid:
- The method for establishing the ground truth for the training set for uAid is not provided. While the testing set's ground truth is implied to be based on industry guidelines and clinical criteria, the process for prospectively labeling training data is not detailed.
FDA 510(k) Clearance Letter - K252000
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Shanghai United Imaging Healthcare Co., Ltd.
℅ Xin Gao
Regulatory Affairs Manager
No.2258 Chengbei Rd. Jiading District
SHANGHAI, 201807
CHINA
Re: K252000
Trade/Device Name: uDR Arria & uDR Aris
Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.1680
Regulation Name: Stationary X-Ray System
Regulatory Class: Class II
Product Code: KPR
Dated: October 24, 2025
Received: October 24, 2025
Dear Xin Gao:
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.
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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" (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-
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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,
Lu Jiang
Lu Jiang, Ph.D.
Assistant Director
Diagnostic X-Ray Systems Team
DHT8B: Division of Radiologic Imaging
Devices and Electronic Products
OHT8: Office of Radiological Health
Office of Product Evaluation and Quality
Center for Devices and Radiological Health
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Indications for Use
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510(k) Number (if known)
K252000
Device Name
uDR Arria & uDR Aris
Indications for Use (Describe)
Digital Medical X-ray Imaging System is intended to acquire X-ray images of the human body by a qualified technician, examples include acquiring two dimensional X-ray images of the skull, spinal column, chest, abdomen, extremities, limbs and trunk. The visualization of such anatomical structures provide visual evidence to radiologists and clinicians in making diagnostic decisions. This device is not intended for mammography.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
☒ Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) ☐ Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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510 (k) SUMMARY
1. Date of Preparation:
June 30, 2025
2. Sponsor Identification
Shanghai United Imaging Healthcare Co., Ltd.
No.2258 Chengbei Rd. Jiading District, 201807, Shanghai, China
Establishment Registration Number: 3011015597
3. Contact Person
Name: Xin Gao
Tel: +86-021-67076888-5386
Fax: +86-021-67076889
Email: xin.gao@united-imaging.com
4. Subject Device Name and Classification
Trade Name: uDR Arria & uDR Aris
Common Name: Digital Medical X-ray Imaging System
Model(s): uDR Arria, uDR Aris
Regulatory Information
Classification Name: Stationary X-Ray System
Device Classification: II
Product Code: KPR
Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892. 1680
Review Panel: Radiology
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5. Identification of Predicate/Reference Device(s)
Predicate Device:
Trade Name: uDR 596i
510(k) Number: K192293
Classification Name: Stationary X-Ray System
Classification Panel: Radiology
Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892. 1680
Classification: II
Product Code: KPR
Reference Device:
Trade Name: MULTIX Impact E
510(k) Number: K233532
Classification Name: Stationary X-Ray System
Classification Panel: Radiology
Classification Regulation: 21 CFR §892.1680
Device Class: Class II
Product Code: KPR
6. Device Description:
uDR Arria and uDR Aris are two models of Digital Medical X-ray Imaging System developed and manufactured by Shanghai United Imaging Healthcare Co., Ltd(UIH). The system is equipped with imaging chain components and utilizes enhanced processing technology, so it can offer radiographic images with high image quality. The intuitive user interface and easy-to-use functions provide clinical users with a experience during patient examination and image processing.
The system is intended to acquire X-ray images of the human body by a qualified technician, examples include acquiring two-dimensional X-ray images of the skull, spinal column, chest, abdomen, extremities, limbs and trunk. The visualization of such anatomical structures provide visual evidence to radiologists and clinicians in making diagnostic decisions. This device is not intended for mammography.
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This proposed device includes two models: uDR Arria, uDR Aris. The main differences between the two models are as follows:
| Main Component | uDR Arria | uDR Aris |
|---|---|---|
| High Voltage Generator | ||
| Generator with key performance: -Max. 40kW output power | / | √ |
| Generator with key performance: -Max. 65kW output power | √ | / |
| Generator with key performance: -Max. 80kW output power | √ | / |
| X-ray Tube Assembly | ||
| Tube with key performance: - Anode Heat Content 230kHU | / | √ |
| Tube with key performance: - Anode Heat Content 300kHU | √ | / |
| Tube with key performance: - Anode Heat Content 400kHU | √ | / |
| Collimator | ||
| Manual | √ | √ |
| Motorized | √ | / |
| Flat Panel | ||
| uFPD 1717-100 | √ | √ |
| uFPD 1417-100 | √ | √ |
| Patient Table | ||
| Elevating Table | √ | √ |
| Optional Software function | ||
| uAid | √ | / |
| uVision | √ | / |
The main difference between the two models is that only the uDR Aris supports the 40kW output power High Voltage Generator configuration. Other components are all available for uDR Arria.
7. Intended Use Statement:
The following statement applies to uDR Arria and uDR Aris:
Digital Medical X-ray Imaging System is intended to acquire X-ray images of the human body by a qualified technician, examples include acquiring two-dimensional
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X-ray images of the skull, spinal column, chest, abdomen, extremities, limbs and trunk. The visualization of such anatomical structures provide visual evidence to radiologists and clinicians in making diagnostic decisions. This device is not intended for mammography.
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8. Substantially Equivalent (SE) Comparison
A comparison between the technological characteristics of proposed and predicate devices is provided as below.
Table 1 Comparison of uDR Arria's Technology Characteristics to predicate device
| Item | Proposed Device uDR Arria | Predicate Device uDR 596i (K192293) | Remark |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | |||
| Product Code | KPR | KPR | Same |
| Regulation No. | 892.1680 | 896.1680 | Same |
| Class | II | II | Same |
| Intended Use | Digital Medical X-ray Imaging System is intended to acquire X-ray images of the human body by a qualified technician, examples include acquiring two-dimensional X-ray images of the skull, spinal column, chest, abdomen, extremities, limbs and trunk. The visualization of such anatomical structures provide visual evidence to radiologists and clinicians in making diagnostic decisions. This device is not intended for mammography. | The uDR 596i Radiographic system is intended to use by a qualified/trained doctor or technician on both adult and pediatric subjects for taking diagnostic radiographic exposures of the skull, spinal column, chest, abdomen, extremities, limbs and trunk. Not for mammography. | Note 1 |
| Specifications | |||
| High Voltage Generator |
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| Item | Proposed Device uDR Arria | Predicate Device uDR 596i (K192293) | Remark |
|---|---|---|---|
| Max. Power/kW | 65kW/80kW | 65kW/80kW | Same |
| Max. tube Voltage(kV) | 150kV | 150kV | Same |
| Shortest exposure time | 1ms | 1ms | Same |
| X-Ray Tube Assembly | |||
| Focus Nominal Value | 0.6/1.2 | 0.6/1.2 | Same |
| Maximum peak voltage | 150kV | 150kV | Same |
| Anode Heat Content | 65kw: ≥300kHU80kw: ≥400kHU | 65kw: ≥300kHU80kw: ≥400kHU | Same |
| Anode Target Angle | 12° | 12° | Same |
| X-ray tube Heat content | 65kw: ≥1250KHU80kw: ≥1339KHU | 65kw: ≥1250KHU80kw: ≥1500KHU | Note 2 |
| Flat Panel Detector-Config.1 | |||
| Model | uFPD1717-100 | Mars1717XU-VSI |
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| Item | Proposed Device uDR Arria | Predicate Device uDR 596i (K192293) | Remark |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scintillator | Cesium iodide (CsI) | Cesium iodide (CsI) | Same |
| Image Matrix Size | 4267x4267100 μm | 3072×3072139 μm | Note 3 |
| Effective radiographic size | 42.7cm x 42.7cm | 42.7cm x 42.7cm | Same |
| Flat Panel Detector-Config.2 | |||
| Model | uFPD1417-100 | Mars1717XU-VSI | |
| Scintillator | Cesium iodide (CsI) | Cesium iodide (CsI) | Same |
| Image Matrix Size | 3500x4300100 μm | 3072×3072139 μm | Note 4 |
| Effective Radiographic Size | 35cm x 43cm | 42.7cm x 42.7cm | Note 5 |
| Collimator Config.1(Manual) | |||
| Inherent filtration | 1.0 mmAl@75 kV | 1.0 mmAl@75kV | Same |
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| Item | Proposed Device uDR Arria | Predicate Device uDR 596i (K192293) | Remark |
|---|---|---|---|
| Copper prefilter | without filter,0.1mm,0.2mm,0.3mm; | without filter,0.1mm,0.2mm | Note 6 |
| Motorized Field of View Control | No | No | Same |
| Automatic SID Adjusted Collimation | No | No | Same |
| Collimator Config.2 (Motorized) | |||
| Inherent filtration | 1mm Al @75 kV | 1mm Al @75 kV | Same |
| Copper prefilter | without filter,0.1 mm,0.2 mm,0.3 mm; | without filter,0.1 mm,0.2 mm | Note 7 |
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| Item | Proposed Device uDR Arria | Predicate Device uDR 596i (K192293) | Remark |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorized Field of View Control | Yes | No | Note 8 |
| Automatic SID Adjusted Collimation | Yes | No | Note 9 |
| Bulit-in camera | Live 2D Camera for patient positioning and collimation | N.A. | Note 10 |
| Software function | |||
| Stitching | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Automatic exposure control (AEC) | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Safety | |||
| Electrical Safety | ANSI/AAMI ES 60601-1:2005 & A1:2012 & A2:2021 Medical electrical equipment - Part 1: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance | ANSI/AAMI ES 60601-1:2005 & A1:2012 & A2:2021 Medical electrical equipment - Part 1: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance | Same |
| EMC | Comply with IEC 60601-1-2:2014+A1:2020 | Comply with IEC60601-1-2 | Same |
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| Item | Proposed Device uDR Arria | Predicate Device uDR 596i (K192293) | Remark |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biocompatibility | Patient Contact Materials were tested and demonstrated no cytotoxicity (ISO 10993-5), no evidence for irritation and sensitization (ISO 10993-10). | Patient Contact Materials were tested and demonstrated no cytotoxicity (ISO 10993-5), no evidence for irritation and sensitization (ISO 10993-10). | Same |
| Clinical Image Evaluation | Clinical Image Evaluation for the proposed device are provided in Section 11.5 Clinical Image Evaluation. | ||
| Standards | |||
| DICOM | DICOM3 | DICOM3 | Same |
| Power Source | AC Line, Various voltages available | AC Line, Various voltages available | Same |
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Table 2 Comparison of uDR Aris's Technology Characteristics to predicate device
| Item | Proposed Device uDR Aris | Reference Device Multix Impact E (VB10) (K233532) | Remark |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | |||
| Product Code | KPR | KPR | Same |
| Regulation No. | 892.1680 | 896.1680 | Same |
| Class | II | II | Same |
| Intended Use | Digital Medical X-ray Imaging System is intended to acquire X-ray images of the human body by a qualified technician, examples include acquiring two-dimensional X-ray images of the skull, spinal column, chest, abdomen, extremities, limbs and trunk. The visualization of such anatomical structures provide visual evidence to radiologists and clinicians in making diagnostic decisions. This device is not intended for mammography. | MULTIX Impact E is a radiographic system used in hospitals, clinics, and medical practices. MULTIX Impact E enables radiographic exposures of the whole body including: skull, chest, abdomen, and extremities and may be used on pediatric, adult and obese patients. Exposures may be taken with the patient sitting, standing, or in the prone position. MULTIX Impact E uses digital detectors for generating diagnostic images by converting X- rays into image signals. MULTIX Impact E is also designed to be used with conventional film/screen or | Note 11 |
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| Item | Proposed Device uDR Aris | Reference Device Multix Impact E (VB10) (K233532) | Remark |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computed Radiography (CR) cassettes. MULTIX Impact E is not intended for mammography. | |||
| Specifications | |||
| High Voltage Generator | |||
| Max. Power/kW | 40kW | 40kW | Same |
| Max. tube Voltage(kV) | 150kV | 150kV | Same |
| Shortest exposure time | 1ms | 1ms | Same |
| X-Ray Tube | |||
| Focus Nominal Value | 0.6/1.2 | 0.6/1.2 | Same |
| Maximum peak voltage | 150kV | 150kV | Same |
| Anode Heat Content | 230KHU | 230KHU | Same |
| Anode Target Angle | 12° | 12° | Same |
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| Item | Proposed Device uDR Aris | Reference Device Multix Impact E (VB10) (K233532) | Remark |
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| X-ray tube Heat content | 1250KHU | 1350KHU | Note 12 |
| Automatic exposure control (AEC) | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Patient Table | |||
| Elevating Table | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Patient Weight | 320kg | 300kg | Note 13 |
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Table 3 Comparison of uDR Arria's new features to reference device
| Item | Proposed Device uDR Arria | Reference Device Multix Impact E (VB10) (K233532) | Remark |
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| uVision Function (optional) | Users can manually adjust FOV and stitching range on the workstation.To assist the users with setting the FOV and stitching range, exam range is automatically planned for chest and stitching range is automatically planned for WholeSpine & WholeLowerExtremity.- Virtual CollimationManually adjust collimation size on imaging system by 3D camera- Smart Virtual Ortho:Ortho range set by 2D camera in the image system manually- Auto Thorax CollimationExam range automatically planned for Thorax by 3D camera with manual adjustment- Auto Full-Spine& Long-Leg Collimation:Ortho range automatically planned for Full-Spine &Long-Leg by 2D camera with manual adjustment | - Virtual CollimationManually adjust collimation size on imaging system by 3D camera- Smart Virtual Ortho:Ortho range set by 2D camera in the image system manually- Auto Thorax CollimationExam range automatically planned for Thorax by 3D camera with manual adjustment- Auto Full-Spine& Long-Leg Collimation:Ortho range automatically planned for Full-Spine &Long-Leg by 2D camera with manual adjustment | Note 14 |
| uAid | Yes | No | Note 15 |
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| Patient Table | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevating Table | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Patient Weight | 320kg | 300kg | Note 16 |
Justification
Note 1 - Rephrase the sentence only, the meaning remains the same.
Note 2 - X-ray tube heat content represents the maximum amount of heat fusion in the limiting state of the tube. The system is configured with corresponding heat dissipation design and power optimisation, so that the tube will not reach its limiting state during clinical use. The difference does not introduce safety and effectiveness issues.
Note 3 - The larger image matrix size, and smaller pixel size. The difference does not introduce safety and effectiveness issues.
Note 4 - The larger image matrix size, and smaller pixel size. The difference does not introduce safety and effectiveness issues.
Note 5 - Effective Radiographic Size refers to the actual area size of the detector panel that can be utilized in practical imaging. A larger Effective Radiographic Size indicates that the detector can cover a larger range of anatomical areas in practical use. The difference does not introduce safety and effectiveness issues.
Note 6 - Copper filtration removes lower energy X-ray photons, which do not enhance image quality but would otherwise contribute to patient radiation dose. Compared to the predicate device, the proposed device provides
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an additional 0.3mm copper prefilter option, which not only reduces the radiation dose, but also meets more clinical requirements. The difference does not introduce safety and effectiveness issues.
Note 7 - Copper filtration removes lower energy X-ray photons, which do not enhance image quality but would otherwise contribute to patient radiation dose. Compared to the predicate device, the proposed device provides an additional 0.3mm copper prefilter option, which not only reduces the radiation dose, but also meets more clinical requirements. The difference does not introduce safety and effectiveness issues.
Note 8 - The motorized collimator supports automatically FOV setting via the preset value in organ program, offering users better usability compared to the predicate device. The difference does not introduce safety and effectiveness issues.
Note 9 - Under different SID, with the motorized collimator, the lead leaves of the collimator on the proposed device can automatically adjust the aperture size to maintain the FOV the same. The difference does not introduce safety and effectiveness issues.
Note 10 - 2D camera only introduced to capture optical information and support more clinical operational possibilities., does not affect safety and effectiveness.
Note 11 - Rephrase the sentence only, the meaning remains the same.
Note 12 - X-ray tube heat content represents the maximum amount of heat fusion in the limiting state of the tube. The system is configured with corresponding heat dissipation design and power optimisation, so that the tube will not reach its limiting state during clinical use. The difference does not introduce safety and effectiveness issues.
Note 13 - Compared to the predicate device, the patient weight has been increased, enabling the system more flexibility and a broader range of patient. The difference does not introduce safety and effectiveness issues.
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Note 14 - For manually adjust collimation size and automatically planned for chest and stitching range these two functions are same with predicate device MULTIX Impact E, the difference is the description, the difference does not introduce safety and effectiveness issues.
Note 15 - uAid evaluates the positioning quality of chest images with deep learning methods. It efficiently and objectively categorizes images into three levels according to four criteria, assist technologist for image acquisition. The difference does not introduce safety and effectiveness issues.
Note 16 - Compared to the predicate device, the patient weight has been increased, enabling the system more flexibility and a broader range of patient. The difference does not introduce safety and effectiveness issues.
9. Non-Clinical Test Conclusion
9.1 Performance Evaluation
Non clinical tests were conducted to verify that the proposed device met all design specifications as it is Substantially Equivalent (SE) to the predicate device. The test results demonstrated that the proposed device complies with the following standards:
- ANSI/AAMI ES 60601-1:2005 & A1:2012 & A2:2021 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 60601-1-3:2008+A1:2013+A2:2021 Medical electrical equipment - Part 1-3: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance - Collateral standard: Radiation protection in diagnostic X-ray equipment.
- IEC 60601-2-54:2022 Medical electrical equipment - Part 2-54: Particular requirements for the basic safety and essential performance of X-ray equipment for radiography and radioscopy.
- IEC 60601-2-28:2017 Medical electrical equipment - Part 2-28: Particular requirements for the basic safety and essential performance of X-ray tube assemblies for medical diagnosis
Additional non-clinical tests are conducted for key features to ensure safe and effectiveness when integrated into the system:
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| Feature | Bench Testing Performed |
|---|---|
| uVision | IntroductionThe uVision algorithm in the digital medical X-ray imaging system (uDR Arria) aims to optimize the radiographic scanning workflow through patient positioning recognition technology. This algorithm utilizes cameras to capture natural images of the human body, achieving multi-modal real-time automatic localization of key anatomical points, body modeling, and pose estimation for patients. It provides the system with scanning positions, ranges, and generates motion trajectory plans for DR racks.Acceptance CriteriaAs an auxiliary function designed to enhance clinical workflow efficiency, uVision is expected to assist users in completing pre-exposure positioning tasks. In the context of chest X-ray imaging, the retake rate due to incorrect positioning is a critical quality control metric. According to relevant studies and literature, incorrect positioning is one of the primary causes of retakes. By a 5-month-long observation experiment, positioning error results in approximately 9% rejection in DR. Furthermore, some literature indicates that positioning errors contribute to 28% of rejections. The specific figures may vary depending on the healthcare institution, equipment type, and technician experience. Considering the impact of camera specifications and gantry control accuracy on the application of uAI vision algorithm to DR equipment, we expect that when users employ the uVision function for automatic positioning, the automatically set system position and field size will meet clinical technicians' criteria with 95% compliance, thereby demonstrating that uVision can effectively assist clinical technicians in positioning tasks.Testing Data InformationThe device with uVision function has been tested, with equipment serial number 11XT7E0001.Since the installation and commissioning over a year ago, the average daily imaging volume on the device has been around 80 patients, with approximately 45 chest X-rays per day and about 10 to 20 stitching cases per week. After receiving specialized training prior to use, the technicians operating this equipment utilize the uVision function to set the FOV and system position when conducting chest PA, whole-spine, and whole-lower-limb stitching exams. |
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The results automatically set by the system are then statistically analyzed by clinical experts.
Testing data includes individuals of all genders and varying heights (capable of standing independently)
| Height (m) | ≤1.25 | 1.25~1.5 | 1.5~1.75 | ≥1.75 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage | 3% | 7% | 58% | 32% |
Table presents the evaluation results of the imaging positioning sampled randomly over a period since the equipment was put into use.
Table. The evaluation results of uVision automatically system positioning and FOV setting for chest PA、WholeSpine and WholeLowerExtremity
| Date | Chest/case | Case of NonCompliant Cases in SystemAutomatically Set Results | Full Spine or Full Lower Limb Stitching/case | Case of NonCompliant Cases in System-Automatically Set Results |
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| 2024.12.17 | 62 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| 2024.12.18 | 44 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| 2024.12.19. | 35 | 2 | 5 | 0 |
| 2024.12.20 | 18 | 1 | 5 | 0 |
| 2024.12.21 | 59 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| 2024.12.22 | 47 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2024.12.23 | 63 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
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| Total number of cases in a week | 328 | 14 | 20 | 0 |
Equipment and Protocols
The test data was collected from hospital, and the testing protocol included chest, Wholespine stitching, Whole-Lower-extremity stitching.
Clinical Subgroups
No clinical subgroups and confounders have been defined for the datasets.
Testing & Training Data Independence
The testing dataset was collected independently from the training dataset, with separated subjects and during different time periods. Therefore, the testing data is entirely independent and does not share any overlap with the training data.
Summary
According to the results of the current equipment statistics, in 95% of patient positioning processes, the light field and equipment position automatically set by uVision can meet the clinical positioning and shooting requirements. In the remaining 5% of cases, based on the light field and system position automatically set by the equipment, technicians still need to make manual adjustments
| uAid | IntroductionuAid is used for checking the quality of examination and positioning. The results can help to assist with departmental management functions. uAid is triggered after the acquisition of chest X-ray images in patients aged over 20 years, which automatically evaluates image characteristics against four criteria, namely whether there is a foreign object, whether the lung field is complete, whether the scapula is open, and whether the spine is located on the center line, categorizing images into one of three quality levels. The outcome of the evaluation is instantly accessible to radiologic technologists, reminding them to verify that the image meets the image quality control. It bears emphasis that the result of image quality control is for reference only and cannot be used as the basis for clinical diagnosis.Acceptance CriteriauAid is designed to provide an objective image evaluation method, offering hospitals a unified assessment tool to manage images/technicians. The accuracy of non-standard image |
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recognition is a key quality control metric. According to relevant research and literature, the rate of Grade A clinical images is typically influenced by factors such as the technician's operational standardization, equipment performance, and quality control processes, with variations observed across different levels of medical institutions and equipment types. Mature industry guidelines and standards, such as those from European Radiology and the ACR-AAPM-SPR Practice Parameter, indicate that the Grade A image rate in public hospitals generally ranges between 80% and 90%. To ensure uAid's functionality meets clinical requirements, we referenced these guidelines and set a 90% pass rate, aligning with industry standards. This demonstrates that uAid can effectively assist clinical technicians in managing standardized image quality.
Testing Data Information
The data collection started in October 2017, with a wide range of data sources. Some of the data come from different cooperative hospitals. After multiple cleaning and sorting, the data is stored in DICOM format. The study was approved by the institutional review board of the hospitals.
It does not include data on DR-sensitive groups such as infants and young children, and is only applicable to frontal chest images.
Age and gender distribution of data sets for uAid:
| Age | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 20-29 | 310 | 698 |
| 30-39 | 308 | 744 |
| 40-49 | 298 | 798 |
| 50-59 | 385 | 801 |
| 60-69 | 320 | 799 |
| 70-79 | 200 | 472 |
| 80-89 | 97 | 210 |
| 90-99 | 21 | 46 |
| No Age | 97 | 187 |
| No Age,No Gender | 45 |
Distribution of negative and positive data for uAid:
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| Negative | Positive | |
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| lung field segmentation | 465 | 31 |
| Spinal centerline segmentation | 815 | 68 |
| Shoulder blades segmentation | 210 | 1089 |
| Foreign object | 1078 | 3080 |
Equipment and Protocols:
The data collection started in October 2017 on the uDR 780i, with a wide range of data sources. Some of the data come from different cooperative hospitals.
Clinical Subgroups:
No clinical subgroups and confounders have been defined for the datasets.
Testing & Training Data Independence
The testing dataset was collected independently from the training dataset, with separated subjects and during different time periods. Therefore, the testing data is entirely independent and does not share any overlap with the training data.
Summary:
Test dataset analysis results are summarized as below:
- The average time of the uAid algorithm is 1.359 seconds, and the longest does not exceed 2 seconds;
- The maximum memory occupation of uAid algorithm is not more than 2G;
- For uAid, the sensitivity and specificity of whether there is a foreign body, whether the lung field is intact, and whether the scapula is open all exceed 0.9;
The uAid function can correctly identify four types of results: Foreign object, Incomplete lung fields, Unexposed shoulder blades, and Centerline deviation and make classification after the exposure image is generated: Green (qualified image), yellow (secondary image), red (waste image).
uAid can meet the requirement which is used for checking the quality of examination and position for institutions. The results can assist the image quality assessment with departmental management functions.
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9.2 Clinical Image Evaluation
The clinical image evaluation was performed under the proposed device. Sample images of chest, abdomen, spine, pelvis, upper extremity and lower extremity were provided with a board certified radiologist to evaluate the image quality in this submission. Each image was reviewed with a statement indicating that image quality is sufficient for clinical diagnosis.
10. Substantially Equivalent (SE) Conclusion
Based on the comparison and analysis above, the technology characteristics of the modified uDR Arria, uDR Aris reflected in this 510(k) submission, do not alter the scientific technology of the devices and are substantially equivalent to those of the predicate devices.
In accordance with the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act, 21 CFR Part 807 and based on the information provided in this premarket notification, we conclude that the uDR Arria, uDR Aris Stationary X-Ray Systems are substantially equivalent to the predicate devices. It does not introduce new indications for use, and has the same technological characteristics and does not introduce new potential hazards or safety risks.
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