K Number
K971404
Device Name
SCHWARTZ ELECTRO-OPTICS, INC. CLR 2940/ERBIUM CRYSTALASE (FORMERLY TRILASE 2940 ERBIUM LASER
Date Cleared
1997-07-09

(84 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
878.4810
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP Authorized
Intended Use
Schwartz Electro-Optics, Inc. is not requesting any additional indications or changing the indications as previously cleared in K954013 received 1/31/96. As previously cleared, the Schwartz Electro-Optics, Inc. CLR 2940 will be indicated for use in small and large joint Arthroscopy, including laparoscopic procedures, general and all surgical procedures for cutting (incision/excision), vaporizing, ablating and coagulating soft tissue and cartilage. All soft tissues encountered in all surgical procedures are included in this indication such as, skin, cutaneous tissue, striated and smooth tissue, muscle, cartilage, meniscus, mucous membrane, lymph vessels and nodes, organs and glands. Specialties are: General Surgery, Plastic Surgery, Podiatry, Urology, Gynecology, Pulmonary Surgery, Dermatology, Gastroenterology, Ophthalmology, ENT, Thoracic Surgery, Oral and Maxiliofacial Surgery. These indications have been cleared for marketing by the Food and Drug Administration for the cited predicated laser. Schwartz Electro-Optics, Inc. seeks no new indications for the CLR 2940 and is only requesting a modification.
Device Description
From a technology perspective, theory of operation the predicate device is the same as the Schwartz Electro-Optics, Inc. CRL 2940 Erbium CrystaLase. The laser mediums are the same, the systems are similar both mechanically and electronically. Schwartz Electro-Optics, Inc. believes that the technological characteristics of the TriLase 2940 Erbium Laser are similar to the predicate device (Premier Centauri Erbium). The Premier Centauri Erbium has the ability to deliver laser energy at 2.94 microns (2940nm), average power of 5 watts at repetition rates of up to 50 pulses per second. These characteristics are very similar to the Schwartz Electro-Optics, Inc. TriLase 2940 Erbium Laser.
More Information

No
The summary describes a laser device for surgical procedures and focuses on its technical specifications and similarity to a predicate device. There is no mention of AI or ML.

Yes.
The device is used for cutting (incision/excision), vaporizing, ablating and coagulating soft tissue and cartilage in various surgical procedures, which are therapeutic actions.

No

The device is indicated for surgical procedures involving cutting, vaporizing, ablating, and coagulating soft tissue and cartilage, which are therapeutic actions rather than diagnostic ones.

No

The device description explicitly states it is a laser system with mechanical and electronic components, indicating it is a hardware device, not software only.

Based on the provided text, this device is not an IVD (In Vitro Diagnostic).

Here's why:

  • Intended Use: The intended use clearly describes a surgical laser for cutting, vaporizing, ablating, and coagulating soft tissue and cartilage in various surgical procedures. This is a therapeutic/surgical device, not a diagnostic one.
  • Device Description: The description focuses on the laser technology and its characteristics (wavelength, power, repetition rate), which are relevant to its surgical function.
  • Lack of IVD Characteristics: There is no mention of analyzing samples (blood, urine, tissue, etc.) outside the body, which is the defining characteristic of an in vitro diagnostic device.

The device is intended for direct surgical intervention on the patient's body, not for diagnosing conditions by examining samples.

N/A

Intended Use / Indications for Use

Schwartz Electro-Optics, Inc. is not requesting any additional indications or changing the indications as previously cleared in K954013 received 1/31/96. As previously cleared, the Schwartz Electro-Optics, Inc. CLR 2940 will be indicated for use in small and large joint Arthroscopy, including laparoscopic procedures, general and all surgical procedures for cutting (incision/excision), vaporizing, ablating and coagulating soft tissue and cartilage. All soft tissues encountered in all surgical procedures are included in this indication such as, skin, cutaneous tissue, striated and smooth tissue, muscle, cartilage, meniscus, mucous membrane, lymph vessels and nodes, organs and glands.

Specialties are:

  • General Surgery
  • Plastic Surgery,
  • Podiatry
  • Urology
  • Gynecology
  • Pulmonary Surgery
  • Dermatology
  • Gastroenterology
  • Ophthalmology
  • ENT
  • Thoracic Surgery
  • Oral and Maxiliofacial Surgery

These indications have been cleared for marketing by the Food and Drug Administration for the cited predicated laser. Schwartz Electro-Optics, Inc. seeks no new indications for the CLR 2940 and is only requesting a modification.

Product codes

GEX

Device Description

From a technology perspective, theory of operation the predicate device is the same as the Schwartz Electro-Optics, Inc. CRL 2940 Erbium CrystaLase. The laser mediums are the same, the systems are similar both mechanically and electronically. Schwartz Electro-Optics, Inc. believes that the technological characteristics of the TriLase 2940 Erbium Laser are similar to the predicate device (Premier Centauri Erbium). The Premier Centauri Erbium has the ability to deliver laser energy at 2.94 microns (2940nm), average power of 5 watts at repetition rates of up to 50 pulses per second. These characteristics are very similar to the Schwartz Electro-Optics, Inc. TriLase 2940 Erbium Laser.

Mentions image processing

Not Found

Mentions AI, DNN, or ML

Not Found

Input Imaging Modality

Not Found

Anatomical Site

small and large joint Arthroscopy, soft tissue and cartilage, skin, cutaneous tissue, striated and smooth tissue, muscle, cartilage, meniscus, mucous membrane, lymph vessels and nodes, organs and glands

Indicated Patient Age Range

Not Found

Intended User / Care Setting

Not Found

Description of the training set, sample size, data source, and annotation protocol

Not Found

Description of the test set, sample size, data source, and annotation protocol

Not Found

Summary of Performance Studies (study type, sample size, AUC, MRMC, standalone performance, key results)

Not Found

Key Metrics (Sensitivity, Specificity, PPV, NPV, etc.)

Not Found

Predicate Device(s)

K954013

Reference Device(s)

K954013, K979404

Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP) - All Relevant Information

Not Found

§ 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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510(k) SUMMARY OF SAFETY AND EFFECTIVENESS:

From a technology perspective, theory of operation the predicate device is the same as the Schwartz Electro-Optics, Inc. CRL 2940 Erbium CrystaLase. The laser mediums are the same, the systems are similar both mechanically and electronically. Schwartz Electro-Optics, Inc. believes that the technological characteristics of the TriLase 2940 Erbium Laser are similar to the predicate device (Premier Centauri Erbium). The Premier Centauri Erbium has the ability to deliver laser energy at 2.94 microns (2940nm), average power of 5 watts at repetition rates of up to 50 pulses per second. These characteristics are very similar to the Schwartz Electro-Optics, Inc. TriLase 2940 Erbium Laser.

In regards to safety and effectiveness of the Schwartz Electro-Optics, Inc. TriLase 2940 Erbium Laser, Schwartz Electro-Optics, Inc. believes that the slight differences in the performance characteristics of these devices raises no concerns.

  • Advisory: This information was prepared for the sole purpose of compliance with the Safe Medical Devices Act of 1990. It does not imply that the procedures described herein can be performed with the equipment described without substantial risk of personal injury or death to patients due to operator error or in procedures requiring a high degree of skill.

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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850

Mr. Timothy J. Shea Director of the Solid State Laser Division Schwartz Electro-Optics, Inc. 3404 North Orange Blossom Trail JUL - 9 1997 Orlando, Florida 32804

Re: K971404 Schwartz Electro-Optics, Inc. CLR 2940 Erbium CrystaLase Regulatory Class: II Product Code: GEX Dated: April 16, 1997 Received: April 16, 1997

Dear Mr. Shea:

We have reviewed your Section 510(k) notification of intent to market the device referenced above and we have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to devices marketed in interstate commerce prior to May 28, 1976, the enactment date of the Medical Device Amendments, or to devices that have been reclassified in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (Act). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. 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.

If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (Premarket Approval), it may be subject to such additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Requlations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 895. A substantially equivalent determination assumes compliance with the current Good Manufacturing Practice requirement, as set forth in the Quality System Regulation (QS) for Medical Devices: General regulation (21 CFR Part 820) and that, through periodic (QS) inspections, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will verify such assumptions. Failure to

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comply with the GMP regulation may result in regulatory action. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register. Please note: this response to your premarket notification submission does... not affect any obligation you might have under sections 531 through 542 of the Act for devices under the Electronic Product Radiation Control provisions, or other Federal laws or requlations.

This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your 510(k) premarket notification. The FDA finding of substantial equivalence of your device to a legally marketed predicate device results in a classification for your device and thus, permits your device to proceed to the market.

If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801 and additionally 809.10 for in vitro diagnostic devices), please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4595. Additionally, for questions on the promotion and advertising of your device, please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4639. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR 807.97). Other general information on your responsibilities under the Act may be obtained from the Division of Small Manufacturers Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 443-6597 or at its internet address "http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsmamain.html".

Sincerely yours,

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Celia M. Witten, Ph.D., M.D. Director Division of General and Restorative Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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510(k) Number (if known):K954013
Device Name:CLR 2940
Indications For Use:SEE ATTACHED

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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)

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Prescription Use______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Over-The-Counter Use________

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Food and Drug Administration Center of Devices and Radiological Health Office of Device Evaluation Document Mail Center (HFZ - 401) 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville, Maryland 20850

Reference: K954013
K979404

Indication for Use

Schwartz Electro-Optics, Inc. is not requesting any additional indications or changing the indications as previously cleared in K954013 received 1/31/96. As previously cleared, the Schwartz Electro-Optics, Inc. CLR 2940 will be indicated for use in small and large joint Arthroscopy, including laparoscopic procedures, general and all surgical procedures for cutting (incision/excision), vaporizing, ablating and coagulating soft tissue and cartilage. All soft tissues encountered in all surgical procedures are included in this indication such as, skin, cutaneous tissue, striated and smooth tissue, muscle, cartilage, meniscus, mucous membrane, lymph vessels and nodes, organs and glands.

Specialties are:

    • General Surgery
    • Plastic Surgery,
    • Podiatry
    • Urology
    • Gynecology
    • Pulmonary Surgery
    • Dermatology
    • Gastroenterology
    • Ophthalmology
    • ENT
    • Thoracic Surgery
    • Oral and Maxiliofacial Surgery

These indications have been cleared for marketing by the Food and Drug Administration for the cited predicated laser. Schwartz Electro-Optics, Inc. seeks no new indications for the CLR 2940 and is only requesting a modification.

Requesting a modification.

Prescription Use X
(Per 21 CFR 801.109)

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