(85 days)
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No
The summary describes automated processing and quantification but does not mention AI, ML, or related concepts like neural networks or deep learning. The processing is described as automatic but requires user verification, which is common in traditional image processing software.
No.
The device is a display and processing program for medical images, intended to aid in diagnostic interpretation, not to provide therapy.
Yes.
The device is used for the "quantification of perfusion" and "display of wall motion and quantification of left-ventricular function parameters" from medical studies, and explicitly states it is a "display and processing program to aid in the diagnostic interpretation".
Yes
The device is described as a "software program" that runs on existing nuclear medicine computer systems. The description focuses solely on the software's functionality for processing and displaying data from SPECT studies, with no mention of accompanying hardware components developed or provided by the manufacturer.
Based on the provided information, this device is not an IVD (In Vitro Diagnostic).
Here's why:
- IVD Definition: In vitro diagnostics are tests performed on samples taken from the human body, such as blood, urine, or tissue, to detect diseases, conditions, or infections. They are used to provide information for diagnosis, monitoring, or screening.
- Device Function: The Emory Cardiac Tool Box™ processes and displays images from gated SPECT myocardial perfusion studies. This is an in vivo imaging technique, meaning it involves imaging the body directly, not analyzing samples taken from the body.
- Intended Use: The intended use is for quantifying perfusion and displaying/quantifying left-ventricular function parameters from these in vivo imaging studies. This is a form of medical image analysis, not in vitro testing.
Therefore, while it is a medical device used in the diagnostic process, it does not fit the definition of an In Vitro Diagnostic.
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Intended Use / Indications for Use
The Emory Cardiac Tool Box™ (CEqual®,EGS™) software program should be used for the quantification of perfusion (CEqual®) and for the display of wall motion and quantification of left-ventricular function parameters from gated TC99m SPECT myocardial perfusion studies (EGSTM).
Product codes
90 KPS
Device Description
The Emory Cardiac Tool Box™ (CEqual®, EGS™) is used to display gated wall motion and for quantifying parameters of left-ventricular from gated SPECT myocardial perfusion studies. These parameters are: ejection fraction, end-diastolic volume, end-systolic volume, myocardial mass and transient ischemic dilatation (TID). This program was developed to run in the IDL operating system environment and can be executed on any nuclear medicine computer systems which supports IDL. The program processes the studies automatically, however, user verification of output is required and manual processing capability is provided.
Mentions image processing
Yes
Mentions AI, DNN, or ML
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Input Imaging Modality
gated SPECT myocardial perfusion studies
Anatomical Site
myocardial (left-ventricular)
Indicated Patient Age Range
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Intended User / Care Setting
physician / Not Found
Description of the training set, sample size, data source, and annotation protocol
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Description of the test set, sample size, data source, and annotation protocol
The effectiveness of the program has been established in phantom and computer simulations studies, in-house trial validations which included an evaluation of left ventricular functional parameter calculations in 217 patients, and in a multicenter trial validation consisting of 80 patients (See Item H, Testing & Validation).
Summary of Performance Studies
phantom and computer simulations studies, in-house trial validations which included an evaluation of left ventricular functional parameter calculations in 217 patients, and in a multicenter trial validation consisting of 80 patients. The expected accuracy of the program can be found in the multicenter trial results listed in the article by Vansant et al (See Item H, Testing & Validation).
Key Metrics
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Predicate Device(s)
Reference Device(s)
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Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP) - All Relevant Information
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§ 892.1200 Emission computed tomography system.
(a)
Identification. An emission computed tomography system is a device intended to detect the location and distribution of gamma ray- and positron-emitting radionuclides in the body and produce cross-sectional images through computer reconstruction of the data. This generic type of device may include signal analysis and display equipment, patient and equipment supports, radionuclide anatomical markers, component parts, and accessories.(b)
Classification. Class II.
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JUN 4 1998
ITEM I
510(k) SUMMARY
Safety and Effectiveness
1. Medical Device Establishment:
Emory University Voice: (404) 712-7422 FAX: (404) 712-7961 Contact person: Ernest Garcia, Ph.D. Date Summary Prepared: March 9, 1998
2. Medical Device:
Emory Cardiac Tool Box™ (CEqual®, EGS™) - Display and Processing program for gated SPECT myocardial perfusion studies executing on nuclear medicine computer systems.
3. Medical Device Equivalence:
SPECTEF Protocol developed by GE Medical Systems, Ref. 510(k) #: K954874.
4. Device Description:
The Emory Cardiac Tool Box™ (CEqual®, EGS™) is used to display gated wall motion and for quantifying parameters of left-ventricular from gated SPECT myocardial perfusion studies. These parameters are: ejection fraction, end-diastolic volume, end-systolic volume, myocardial mass and transient ischemic dilatation (TID). This program was developed to run in the IDL operating system environment and can be executed on any nuclear medicine computer systems which supports IDL. The program processes the studies automatically, however, user verification of output is required and manual processing capability is provided.
5. Intended Use and Potential Adverse Effect on Health:
The intended use of this program was to provide the physician with a program which would allow him to display wall motion and determine measurements of ejection fraction and ventricular volumes from his patients
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gated SPECT myocardial perfusion study. This program serves merely as a display and processing program to aid in the diagnostic interpretation of a It was not meant to replace or eliminate the standard visual patients' study. analysis of the gated SPECT study. The physician should integrate all of the patients' clinical and diagnostic information, i.e. patients' history, stress and/or rest EKG, quality control images, visual interpretation of the gated tomographic images, and quantitative results, prior to making his final This comprehensive processing technique (as with all interpretation. In diagnostic imaging) is not perfect, and will be associated with some false positive and false negative results. The expected accuracy of the program can be found in the multicenter trial results listed in the article by Vansant et al (See Item H, Testing & Validation) and the physician should be aware of the accuracy when integrating the quantitative results for his final interpretation. Therefore, this program has no direct adverse effect on health since the results represent only a part of the information which the physician will The final responsibility for interpretation utilize for his final interpretation. of the study lies with the physician.
6. Marketing History:
several medical device gated SPECT programs There been have the past which perform similar functions to those marketed in the Emory Cardiac Tool Box™ (CEqual®, EGS™). These performed by programs are all used for the purpose of displaying wall motion and deriving functional parameters for the diagnostic interpretation by a physician. The Emory Cardiac Tool Box™ (CEqual®, EGS™) provides a program which executes in the IDL operating system environment and we believe is substantially equivalent to the SPECTEF Protocol developed by GE Medical Systems K954874. To our knowledge there have been no safety problems with the SPECTEF Protocol program which has been in the marketplace for over two years.
7. Conclusions:
The safety of this program has been determined through the various stages of software development which included the initial design, coding, debugging, testing, and validation. The effectiveness of the program has been established in phantom and computer simulations studies, in-house trial validations which included an evaluation of left ventricular functional parameter calculations in 217 patients, and in a multicenter trial validation consisting of 80 patients (See Item H, Testing & We contend that the method employed for the Validation). development and the final in-house and multicenter trial validation results of this medical display software program, Emory Cardiac Tool
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Box™ (CEqual®, EGS™), have proven its safety and effectiveness. In our opinion the Emory Cardiac Tool Box™ (CEqual®, EGS™) is substantially equivalent to the GE Medical Systems SPECTEF Protocol which has been cleared for marketing. The Emory Cardiac Tool Box™ (CEqual®, EGS™) is intended for the same purpose and raises no new issues of safety or effectiveness.
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Public Health Service
Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850
JUN 1 1998
Ernest V. Garcia, Ph.D. Emory University School of Medicine Emory Center For Positron Emission Tomography Emory University Hospital 1364 Clifton Rd., N.E. Atlanta, Georgia 30322
Dear Dr. Garcia:
K980914 Re:
Emory Cardiac Tool Box Dated: March 9, 1998 Received: March 11, 1998 Regulatory class: II 21 CFR 892.1200/Procode: 90 KPS
We have reviewed your Section 510%) 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 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 problibitions against misbranding and adulteration.
If your device is classified (see above) into either class III (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 Regulations, Title 21. Parts 800 to 895. A substantially equivaliance with the Current Good Manufacturing Practice requirements, as set forth in the Quality System Regulation (OS) for Medical Devices: General regulation (21 CFR Part 820) and that, through periodic OS inspections, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will verify such assumptions. Failure to comply with the GMP regulation may result in regulatory action. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register. 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 regulations.
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) 594-4613. 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/odri/dsmaldsmamain.html".
Sincerely yours,
Kiliai Yin
Lillian Yin. Ph.D. Director, Division of Reproductive Abdominal, Ear, Nose and Throat and Radiological Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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510 (k) NUMBER (IF KNOWN): _ K980914
DEVICE NAME: Emory Cardiac Tool Box™ (CEqual ®, EGS TM)
INDICATIONS FOR USE:
The Emory Cardiac Tool Box™ (CEqual®,EGS™) software program should be used for the quantification of perfusion (CEqual®) and for the display of wall motion and quantification of left-ventricular function parameters from gated TC99m SPECT myocardial perfusion studies (EGSTM).
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