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(116 days)
GC70, GU60A, GU60A-65, GF50, GR50A ; GR40CW ; GM85 ; GC85A
The GC85A Digital X-ray Imaging System is intended for use in generating radiographic images of human anatomy by a qualified/trained doctor or technician. This device is not intended for mammographic applications.
The GC70 Digital X-ray Imaging System is intended for use in generating radiographic images of human anatomy by a qualified/trained doctor or technician. This device is not intended for mammographic applications.
The GU60A & GU60A-65 Digital X-ray Imaging Systems are intended for use in generating radiographic images of human anatomy by a qualified/trained doctor or technician. This device is not intended for mammographic applications.
The GF50 Digital X-ray Imaging System is intended for use in generating radiographic images of human anatomy by a qualified/trained doctor or technician. This device is not intended for mammographic applications.
The GF50A Digital X-ray Imaging System is intended for use in generating radiographic images of human anatomy by a qualified/trained doctor or technician. This device is not intended for mammographic applications.
The GR40CW Digital X-ray Imaging System is intended for use in general projection radiographic applications wherever conventional screen-film systems or CR systems may be used. This device is not intended for mammographic applications.
The GM85 Digital Mobile X-ray imaging System is intended for use in generating radiographic images of human anatomy by a qualified/trained doctor or technician. This device is not intended for mammographic applications.
GC70, GU60&GU60A-65, GF50, GF50A, GR40CW, GM85 and GC85A are used to capture images by transmitting X-ray to a patient's body. The X-ray passing through a patient's body is sent to the detector and then converted into electrical signals. These signals go through the process of amplification and digital data conversion in the signal process on the S-station, which is the Operation Software (OS) of Samsung Digital Diagnostic X-ray System, and save in DICOM file, a standard for medical imaging. The captured images are tuned up by an Image Post-processing Engine (IPE) which is exclusively installed in S-station, SAMSUNG digital X-ray operation software, and sent to the Picture Archiving & Communication System (PACS) sever for reading images.
The IPE operates, from the input image, the roles of a region-of-interest extraction, tonescale mapping, noise reduction and texture restoration. The IPE employing an advanced noise reduction algorithm (hereinafter "new IPE") is shown that the image quality of PA radiograph for average adult chest, exposed at the condition of 50% lower dose at Entrance Skin Exposure (ESE) in comparison with the condition of the conventional noise reduction algorithm (hereinafter "old IPE"), is substantially equivalent.
The provided text describes the acceptance criteria and a study proving the device meets those criteria, specifically concerning dose reduction capabilities of the Image Post-processing Engine (IPE) with an advanced noise reduction algorithm in Samsung Digital X-ray Systems (GC70, GU60A, GU60A-65, GF50, GF50A, GR40CW, GM85, and GC85A).
Here is the requested information:
Acceptance Criteria and Device Performance
1. Table of Acceptance Criteria and Reported Device Performance
The core acceptance criterion is the ability of the new IPE to reduce X-ray dose while maintaining image quality comparable to the old IPE for diagnostic confidence. The specific dose reduction percentages are the performance metrics.
Acceptance Criterion | Reported Device Performance |
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Dose Reduction for Adult Abdominal Radiographs | Up to 47.5% dose reduction for abdominal radiographs of adult, compared to the old IPE while achieving similar image quality. |
Dose Reduction for Pediatric Abdomen | Up to 45% dose reduction for pediatric abdomen, compared to the old IPE while achieving similar image quality. |
Dose Reduction for Pediatric Chest | 15.5% dose reduction for pediatric chest, compared to the old IPE while achieving similar image quality. |
Dose Reduction for Pediatric Skull | Up to 27% dose reduction for pediatric skull, compared to the old IPE while achieving similar image quality. |
2. Sample Size Used for the Test Set and Data Provenance
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Adult Abdominal Radiograph Test Set:
- Anatomical phantom images: Number of images not specified, but taken at "various exposure condition." The study states, "the new IPE with an advanced noise reduction algorithm retained the quality of images captured at 47.5% reduced exposure in comparison with the old IPE."
- Clinical images: Number of images not specified, but used to "confirm that it was possible to reduce the dose in clinical images as well."
- Provenance: Not explicitly stated, but the submission is from Samsung Electronics Co., LTD. Republic of Korea. The clinical testing was conducted at "one medical site."
- Retrospective or Prospective: Not specified.
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Pediatric Population Test Set (Chest, Abdomen, Skull):
- Number of images: "Series of dose-simulated images" for each body part.
- Number of patients: Not specified explicitly, but mentioned as "each patient."
- Provenance: Not explicitly stated, but the submission is from Samsung Electronics Co., LTD. Republic of Korea. The clinical testing was conducted at "one medical site."
- Retrospective or Prospective: Not specified.
3. Number of Experts Used to Establish the Ground Truth for the Test Set and Their Qualifications
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Adult Abdominal Radiograph Test Set:
- Anatomical phantom images were reviewed by three professional radiologists.
- Clinical images were reviewed by two professional radiologists.
- Qualifications: "Professional radiologists" (no further details on experience given).
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Pediatric Population Test Set:
- Three experienced pediatric radiologists.
- Qualifications: "Experienced pediatric radiologists" (no further details on experience given).
4. Adjudication Method for the Test Set
The adjudication method is not explicitly detailed. However, for both adult and pediatric studies, images were "scored by the 5-point grading scale" for assessment of image quality. This implies individual scoring, and for the pediatric study, "Three experienced pediatric radiologists assessed the series of dose-simulated images to decide the optimal dose for each patient." The decision for the "optimal dose" for pediatric cases suggests a consensus or agreement among these experts, but the exact method (e.g., majority vote, discussion to reach consensus) is not specified.
5. If a Multi-Reader Multi-Case (MRMC) Comparative Effectiveness Study Was Done, and the Effect Size of How Much Human Readers Improve with AI vs. Without AI Assistance
No MRMC comparative effectiveness study was done to evaluate human readers' improvement with AI vs. without AI assistance. The study focused on the device's standalone performance in enabling dose reduction while maintaining image quality as assessed by human readers. The new IPE is a component within the imaging system, not an AI assistance tool for human readers.
6. If a Standalone (i.e., Algorithm Only Without Human-in-the-Loop Performance) Was Done
Yes, the studies evaluated the standalone performance of the new IPE algorithm in terms of enabling dose reduction while maintaining image quality. The performance was assessed by comparing images processed by the new IPE at reduced doses against images from the old IPE or a reference, with human experts providing the assessment of image quality and diagnostic appropriateness.
7. The Type of Ground Truth Used
The ground truth for both adult and pediatric studies was expert consensus/assessment of image quality and diagnostic appropriateness.
- For adult abdominal radiographs: Expert radiologists scored images based on a 5-point grading scale, considering anatomical regions, physical parameters, sharpness, and visualization.
- For pediatric populations: Experienced pediatric radiologists assessed dose-simulated images to determine the "optimal dose" at which image quality remained appropriate for diagnosis.
Additionally, phantom studies (TOR CDR radiography phantom and anthropomorphic phantom) were used to quantitatively assess image quality metrics like Contrast to Noise Ratio (CNR), Detail Compacted Contrast (DCC), and Modulation Transfer Functions (MTF).
8. The Sample Size for the Training Set
The document does not provide information about the training set size for the Image Post-processing Engine (IPE) algorithm. It focuses on the validation of the algorithm's dose reduction capabilities.
9. How the Ground Truth for the Training Set Was Established
The document does not provide information on how the ground truth for the training set was established for the IPE algorithm.
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GC70
The GC70 Digital X-ray Imaging System is intended for use in generating radiographic images of human anatomy by a qualified/trained doctor or technician. This device is not intended for mammographic applications.
The GC70 digital X-ray imaging system is a stationary x-ray system designed for general radiography and used to capture images by transmitting X-ray to a patient's body. The Xray passing through a patient's body is sent to the detector and then converted into electrical signals. These signals go through the process of amplification and digital data conversion in the signal process on the S-station, which is the Operation Software (OS) of Samsung Digital Diagnostic X-ray System, and save in DICOM file, a standard for medical imaging. The captured images are tuned up by an Image Post-processing Engine (IPE) which is exclusively installed in S-station, and sent to the Picture Archiving & Communication System (PACS) sever for reading images.
The GC70 digital X-ray imaging system consists of HVG (High Voltage Generator), ceiling suspension, X-ray tube, collimator, detector, wall stand, patient table, ACE (Auto Exposure Control), DAP (Dose Area Product), CIB (Control Interface Box), remote controller, grid, foot switch, barcode scanner, auto-stitching stand, weight distribution cap and workstation for S-station including Image Post-processing Engine (IPE).
The GC70 digital X-ray imaging system was previously cleared under K180543, and some hardware options and three software features are added to the predicate device GC70. The changes are as follows:
- Two High Voltage Generators
- . Two detectors
- . Slim wall stand
- . Software features called as S-Enhance, PEM (Pediatric Exposure Management) and Remote View
- The S-Enhance is optional software to improve clarity of a foreign body (e.g. tube, line) and stone in chest, abdomen and L-spine images. With a single onscreen click, the companion image is created without additional settings or xray exposure, streamlining the process.
- Pediatric Exposure Management is subdivided patient size and exposure conditions especially for pediatric patients based on weight and protocols. It follows same methodologies to define preset of patient size compare to preset of standard patient size from predicate device but specially optimized for pediatric patients.
- The Remote view function provided images on another PC, not just on the device.
The Samsung GC70 Digital X-ray Imaging System, under K182647, is intended for generating radiographic images of human anatomy. This submission is a special 510(k) for changes to a previously cleared GC70 device (K180543), adding hardware options and three software features (S-Enhance, PEM, and Remote View) identical or similar to those cleared in predicate device GC85A (K181629).
1. Table of Acceptance Criteria and Reported Device Performance
No specific acceptance criteria or quantitative device performance metrics (e.g., sensitivity, specificity, accuracy) are provided in the document for the new features. The submission relies on the assertion that the new hardware and software features are identical or similar to previously cleared predicates and have undergone verification and validation testing to meet requirement specifications, functioning as safely and effectively.
Feature/Characteristic | Acceptance Criteria (Implicit) | Reported Device Performance |
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General Safety and Effectiveness | Device should be as safe and effective as legally marketed predicate devices. | Non-clinical data demonstrates the proposed device is as safe, as effective, and performs as well as the legally marketed devices. |
Electrical, Mechanical, Environmental Safety | Compliance with ES 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, IEC 60601-1-3, IEC 60601-2-28, IEC 60601-2-54, ISO14971, 21CFR1020.30, 21CFR1020.31. | All test results satisfied the standards. |
EMC | Compliance with IEC 60601-1-2. | EMC testing was conducted in accordance with IEC 60601-1-2, and results were satisfying. |
Wireless Functionality | Satisfy guidance for Radio frequency Wireless Technology in Medical Devices. | Wireless function was tested and verified followed by guidance "Radio frequency Wireless Technology in Medical Devices". |
S-Enhance (Software) | Improve clarity of foreign bodies (tube, line) and stones in chest, abdomen, L-spine images. Create companion image without additional settings or x-ray exposure. | Verification and validation for software features (including S-Enhance) conducted in accordance with internal design change procedure. Requirement specifications were met. No difference in non-clinical testing data (MTF, DQE) from predicate. (Implicitly, the feature performs as intended, similar to how it performs on GC85A). |
PEM (Software) | Subdivide patient size and exposure conditions for pediatric patients based on weight and protocols. Optimized for pediatric patients. | Verification and validation for software features (including PEM) conducted in accordance with internal design change procedure. Requirement specifications were met. No difference in non-clinical testing data (MTF, DQE) from predicate. (Implicitly, the feature performs as intended, similar to how it performs on GC85A). |
Remote View (Software) | Provide images on another PC. | Verification and validation for software features (including Remote View) conducted in accordance with internal design change procedure. Requirement specifications were met. No difference in non-clinical testing data (MTF, DQE) from predicate. (Implicitly, the feature performs as intended, similar to how it performs on GC85A). |
Non-clinical Imaging Performance (MTF, DQE) | Conformance to FDA "Guidance for the Submission of 510(k)'s for Solid-State X-ray Imaging Devices" and IEC 62220-1. | Non-clinical testing data (MTF and DQE measurements) shows no difference from the predicate device. |
2. Sample size used for the test set and the data provenance
The document does not specify a separate "test set" in the context of image data for evaluating the clinical performance of the software features. The verification and validation of the software features were conducted "in accordance with internal design change procedure." The non-clinical testing data, including MTF and DQE measurements, were provided in conformance to FDA guidance for solid-state X-ray imaging devices. However, no specific sample size of images or patients is reported, and there is no information on the country of origin or whether data was retrospective or prospective.
3. Number of experts used to establish the ground truth for the test set and the qualifications of those experts
This information is not provided. The submission focuses on technical equivalence and verification/validation against internal specifications, rather than clinical performance studies requiring expert-adjudicated ground truth.
4. Adjudication method for the test set
This information is not provided. Given the nature of the submission (special 510(k) for hardware/software additions to an already cleared device, asserting equivalence), a formal adjudication process for a clinical test set is not described.
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
No MRMC comparative effectiveness study is mentioned or provided. The document explicitly states: "The application of these hardware options and software features, cleared with K181629, to the proposed device GC70 do not require clinical data." This indicates that no studies involving human readers or AI assistance were deemed necessary for this submission.
6. If a standalone (i.e., algorithm only without human-in-the-loop performance) was done
No standalone algorithm performance study is described in the provided text. The software features (S-Enhance, PEM, Remote View) are described as tools or enhancements to the imaging system, rather than standalone diagnostic algorithms requiring independent performance metrics like sensitivity or specificity. Their verification and validation were conducted against "internal design change procedure" and "requirement specifications."
7. The type of ground truth used
The document does not detail the type of ground truth used as it does not report clinical efficacy studies. The "ground truth" for the non-clinical tests (MTF, DQE) would be based on physical measurements and established phantom standards (e.g., IEC 62220-1). For the software features, the "ground truth" was likely defined by internal "requirement specifications" within Samsung's design change procedures, focusing on functional correctness and qualitative improvements as described (e.g., "improve clarity," "subdivided patient size").
8. The sample size for the training set
This information is not provided. Since the software features are described as "optional software to improve clarity" or "subdivided patient size and exposure conditions" and are stated to be "identical or similar" to features in a predicate device, it's possible they involve image processing or rule-based systems rather than deep learning models that require large training sets. Even if machine learning was used, the training data details are not disclosed.
9. How the ground truth for the training set was established
This information is not provided. Similar to the training set sample size, the methodology for establishing ground truth for any potential training data is not detailed.
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(84 days)
GC70, GU60A&GU60A-65, GF50, GF50A, GR40CW, and GM85
The GC70 Digital X-ray Imaging System is intended for use in generating radiographic images of human anatomy by a qualified/trained doctor or technician. This device is not intended for mammographic applications.
The GU60A & GU60A-65 Digital X-ray Imaging Systems are intended for use in generating radiographic images of human anatomy by a qualified/trained doctor or technician. This device is not intended for mammographic applications.
GF50 Digital X-ray Imaging System is intended for use in generating radiographic images of human anatomy by a qualified/trained doctor or technician. This device is not intended for mammographic applications.
The GF50A Digital X-ray Imaging System is intended for use in generating radiographic images of human anatomy by a qualified/trained doctor or technician. This device is not intended for mammographic applications.
The GR40CW Digital X-ray Imaging System is intended for use in general projection radiographic applications wherever conventional screen-film systems or CR systems may be used. This device is not intended for mammographic applications.
The GM85 Digital Mobile X-ray imaging System is intended for use in generating radiographic images of human anatomy by a qualified/trained doctor or technician. This device is not intended for mammographic applications.
GC70, GU60&GU60A-65, GF50, GF50A, GR40CW and GM85 are used to capture images by transmitting X-ray to a patient's body. The X-ray passing through a patient's body is sent to the detector and then converted into electrical signals. These signals go through the process of amplification and digital data conversion in the signal process on the S-station, which is the Operation Software (OS) of Samsung Digital Diagnostic X-ray System, and save in DICOM file, a standard for medical imaging. The captured images are tuned up by an Image Post-processing Engine (IPE) which is exclusively installed in S-station, and sent to the Picture Archiving & Communication System (PACS) sever for reading images.
An IPE operates, from the input image, the roles of a region-of-interest extraction, tonescale mapping, noise reduction and texture restoration. The IPE employing an advanced noise reduction algorithm is shown that the image quality of PA radiograph for average adult chest, exposed at the condition of 50% lower dose at Entrance Skin Exposure (ESE) in comparison with the condition of the conventional noise reduction algorithm, is substantially equivalent. It was cleared with K172229 that using the IPE is able to reduce dose of 50% for chest PA of average adult in GC85A.
This submission is purposed to get 510(k) clearance for expanding the scope of the claim, cleared with K172229, from GC85A to the proposed devices, Samsung x-ray systems.
The IPE, a software which has no relation with imaging chain, is applied to the proposed devices and it is evaluated that images acquired by a various imaging chain are substantially equivalent to GC85A in a non-clinical evaluation.
The proposed devices with the IPE employing an advanced noise reduction algorithm are able to reduce dose of 50% for chest PA of average adult for marketing purpose.
This claim is based on a limited study of an anthropomorphic phantom that simulates the x-ray properties of an average size adult, and on a small clinical study at one facility. Only routine PA chest radiography was studied, and results for larger-size adults (body mass index) greater than 30 was not studied to statistical significance. The pediatric patients was not studied and the clinical site is responsible for determining whether the particular radiographic imaging needs are not impacted by such x-ray dose reduction.
The provided text is a 510(k) Premarket Notification summary for several Samsung Digital X-ray Imaging Systems (GC70, GU60A&GU60A-65, GF50, GF50A, GR40CW, and GM85). The core of the submission is to expand the scope of a previously cleared Image Post-processing Engine (IPE) with an advanced noise reduction algorithm (from K172229 for GC85A) to these additional devices, claiming that the IPE can achieve a 50% dose reduction for chest PA of average adults while maintaining image quality.
However, the document explicitly states: "This submission does not required clinical data." This means that a clinical study proving the device meets specific acceptance criteria based on human reader performance with or without AI (MRMC study) was not conducted or submitted as part of this premarket notification. The evaluation relies heavily on non-clinical data and the substantial equivalence to a predicate device that previously demonstrated the dose reduction claim for a specific device (GC85A).
Given this, I cannot provide a table of acceptance criteria based on a clinical study or details about a MRMC study, as none were required or performed for this specific submission's scope expansion.
Here's what can be extracted and inferred from the document regarding the device and its testing, tailored to the questions where information is available:
Acceptance Criteria and Device Performance (Based on Non-Clinical Data)
Since no clinical study was required for this submission, the "acceptance criteria" and "reported device performance" are based on non-clinical evaluations comparing the image quality of the proposed devices with the IPE to the predicate device (GC85A) and to images produced with conventional settings. The primary claim revolves around the ability to maintain image quality at a 50% reduced dose.
Table of Acceptance Criteria and Reported Device Performance (Non-Clinical)
Acceptance Criterion (Non-Clinical) | Reported Device Performance (Non-Clinical) |
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Image Quality Equivalence at Same Dose: Image quality produced by the subject devices (with IPE) at the same dose level must be substantially equivalent to the predicate device (GC85A) at the same dose level. | "As a result of comparison [of MTF, CNR, and visibility], the image quality produced at the same dose level by different Samsung was same. This testing shows that the image quality produced by the subject devices and predicate GC85A are substantially equivalent when used at the same dose levels." |
Dose Reduction Claim: The IPE (Image Post-processing Engine) should enable a 50% dose reduction for chest PA of average adult while maintaining image quality. (This claim was previously cleared for the predicate GC85A). | "The IPE employing an advanced noise reduction algorithm is shown that the image quality of PA radiograph for average adult chest, exposed at the condition of 50% lower dose at Entrance Skin Exposure (ESE) in comparison with the condition of the conventional noise reduction algorithm, is substantially equivalent. It was cleared with K172229 that using the IPE is able to reduce dose of 50% for chest PA of average adult in GC85A." |
"Therefore, the IPE is capable of providing the same dose reduction in AP adult chest radiographs for the proposed devices as it does for the predicate GC85A." |
| Safety and EMC Standards Compliance: Electrical, mechanical, environmental safety, and EMC testing according to relevant standards. | "Electrical, mechanical, environmental safety and performance testing according to standard ES 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, IEC 60601-1-3, IEC 60601-2-28, IEC 60601-2-54, ISO14971, 21CFR1020.30 and 21CFR1020.31 were performed, and EMC testing was conducted in accordance with standard IEC 60601-1-2. Wireless function was tested and verified followed by guidance, Radio frequency Wireless Technology in Medical Devices. All test results were satisfying the standards." |
Study Details (Based on Available Information)
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Sample sized used for the test set and the data provenance:
- Test Set (Non-clinical): The document mentions "a limited study of an anthropomorphic phantom that simulates the x-ray properties of an average size adult" and "a small clinical study at one facility." However, the quantitative assessment for this specific submission's purpose (expanding IPE scope) was non-clinical: "The quantitative assessment of image quality was conducted with the images of TOR CDR radiography phantom and TO20 contrast detail phantom taken at a various exposure condition with different Samsung X-ray imaging systems." No specific sample size (number of phantom images) is provided.
- Data Provenance: The anthropomorphic phantom study and "small clinical study" mentioned for the initial GC85A clearance (K172229) are noted as having limitations: "Only routine PA chest radiography was studied, and results for larger-size adults (body mass index) greater than 30 was not studied to statistical significance. The pediatric patients was not studied..." The origin country of the data is not explicitly stated for these studies, but Samsung is a Republic of Korea company. The non-clinical test set for this submission involved "various Samsung X-ray imaging systems" which would likely be internally generated. The studies mentioned (phantom and small clinical) for the original IPE clearance (K172229) were likely a mix of retrospective/prospective, but this detail is not provided for those underlying studies, nor are they claimed as part of this current submission's direct evidence, only referenced as a basis.
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Number of experts used to establish the ground truth for the test set and the qualifications of those experts:
- For the non-clinical quantitative assessment in this submission (MTF, CNR, visibility of phantom images), human experts were not used to establish quantitative ground truth. These are objective measures.
- For the original clearance of the IPE (K172229) where the "small clinical study" and "substantially equivalent" image quality claim was made with 50% dose reduction based on human perception, no details about expert readers, their number, or qualifications are provided in this summary.
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Adjudication method (e.g. 2+1, 3+1, none) for the test set:
- Not applicable for the non-clinical quantitative assessment of phantom images.
- Not provided for the underlying "small clinical study" that was part of the original IPE clearance.
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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:
- No. The document explicitly states: "This submission does not required clinical data." Therefore, no MRMC comparative effectiveness study was performed or submitted for this specific 510(k) notification. The evaluation relies on substantial equivalence to the predicate and non-clinical data.
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If a standalone (i.e. algorithm only without human-in-the-loop performance) was done:
- The IPE is a software component (algorithm) that processes images. The "quantitative assessment of image quality was conducted with the images of TOR CDR radiography phantom and TO20 contrast detail phantom," which constitutes a standalone (algorithm only) performance evaluation based on objective image quality metrics (MTF, CNR, visibility). This confirms the algorithm's ability to process images in a way that, quantitatively, maintains image quality.
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The type of ground truth used (expert consensus, pathology, outcomes data, etc.):
- For the non-clinical quantitative assessment (of image quality parameters like MTF, CNR, visibility), the "ground truth" is derived from physical phantoms with known properties and objective measurements. It is not based on expert consensus, pathology, or outcomes data.
- The claim of "substantially equivalent" image quality at 50% dose reduction (from K172229) implicitly relies on human perception from a "small clinical study," but the ground truth establishment method for that is not detailed here.
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The sample size for the training set:
- Not mentioned in the document. The document describes the "proposed devices" (SAMSUNG X-ray systems) and the "IPE" (Image Post-processing Engine) as software. It asserts that the IPE "operates, from the input image, the roles of a region-of-interest extraction, tonescale mapping, noise reduction and texture restoration." It also notes the IPE "employing an advanced noise reduction algorithm." While algorithms require training data, the submission does not delve into the development or training of the IPE.
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How the ground truth for the training set was established:
- Not mentioned in the document, as details about the IPE's development and training process are outside the scope of this 510(k) summary, which focuses on demonstrating substantial equivalence for the application of an already cleared IPE to new devices.
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GC70
The GC70 Digital X-ray Imaging System is intended for use in generating radiographic images of human anatomy by a qualified/trained doctor or technician. This device is not intended for mammographic applications.
The GC70 digital X-ray imaging system is used to capture images by transmitting X-ray to a patient's body. The X-ray passing through a patient's body is sent to the detector and then converted into electrical signals. These signals go through the process of amplification and digital data conversion in the signal process device before being sent to the S-Station (Operation Software) and saved in DICOM file, a standard for medical imaging. The captured images are sent to the Picture Archiving & Communication System (PACS) server, and can be used for reading images.
The provided text describes a 510(k) premarket notification for the SAMSUNG GC70 Digital X-ray Imaging System. This document asserts the substantial equivalence of the GC70 to a predicate device (GC85A) and primarily discusses safety, EMC, and performance data based on standard compliance and phantom image evaluations. It does not contain information about acceptance criteria and a study proving the device meets specific clinical performance acceptance criteria in terms of diagnostic accuracy, sensitivity, or specificity for a particular clinical application. Instead, it focuses on demonstrating that the device is safe and performs comparably to its predicate regarding image quality and technical specifications.
Therefore, the following information is not present in the provided text:
- A table of acceptance criteria and the reported device performance: The document does not define specific clinical performance acceptance criteria (e.g., sensitivity, specificity, accuracy for a diagnostic task) for the GC70, beyond general safety and imaging quality.
- Sample size used for the test set and the data provenance: No details on the sample size or origin for clinical test data (if any was used beyond phantom evaluations) are provided.
- Number of experts used to establish the ground truth for the test set and the qualifications of those experts: Not applicable as no diagnostic accuracy study on human data is described.
- Adjudication method (e.g., 2+1, 3+1, none) for the test set: Not applicable.
- 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: The document does not describe an MRMC study or AI assistance.
- If a standalone (i.e. algorithm only without human-in-the-loop performance) was done: The device is a digital X-ray system, not an AI algorithm, so this is not applicable.
- The type of ground truth used (expert consensus, pathology, outcomes data, etc): For the "clinical data" section, it refers to "phantom image evaluations."
- The sample size for the training set: Not applicable as there is no mention of a training set for an AI algorithm.
- How the ground truth for the training set was established: Not applicable.
However, based on what is available, here's a summary of the stated "acceptance criteria" (which are more focused on technical equivalence and safety) and the studies mentioned:
1. A table of acceptance criteria and the reported device performance:
The document doesn't present a table of clinical acceptance criteria for diagnostic performance (like sensitivity or specificity). Instead, it focuses on demonstrating technical equivalence and safety to a predicate device (GC85A). The "acceptance" can be inferred from the comparisons made to the predicate and compliance with regulatory standards.
Acceptance Criterion (Inferred from comparison) | Reported Device Performance (GC70 vs. GC85A) |
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Intended Use Equivalence | Same (GC70 and GC85A are both intended for generating radiographic images of human anatomy, not mammographic applications). |
Imaging Performance (Detectors) | Same detectors (S4335-W, S4343-W, S3025-W) as the predicate device (GC85A). Reported MTF (Modulation Transfer Function) and DQE (Detective Quantum Efficiency) values for these detectors are identical to those of the predicate device (e.g., S4335-W: MTF 84% (0.5 lp/mm, Typical), DQE 73% (0.1 lp/mm, Typical)). |
Image Processing Equivalence | Same image processing as the predicate device (GC85A). Specifically mentions "SimGrid" and "Bone Suppression Image" features are the same. SimGrid compensates for contrast loss due to scatter radiation, and Bone Suppression enhances visualization of chest pathology by suppressing bone anatomy in a companion image. |
Safety, EMC, and Radiation Control Compliance (Electrical, Mechanical, Environmental) | Compliant with: ES 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, IEC 60601-1-3, IEC 60601-2-28, IEC 60601-2-54, ISO14971, 21CFR1020.30, 21CFR1020.31. EMC testing conducted in accordance with IEC 60601-1-2. Wireless function tested per "Radio frequency Wireless Technology in Medical Devices" guidance. All test results were satisfying the standards. |
Non-clinical Imaging Performance (MTF and DQE) | Evaluated in conformance with FDA "Guidance for the Submission of 510(k)'s for Solid-State X-ray Imaging Devices" and tested by IEC 62220-1. The proposed device shows no difference in non-clinical testing data such as MTF and DQE measurements from the predicate device. |
Software Development & Testing | Developed & tested according to IEC62304 and FDA "Guidance for Content of Premarket Submissions for Software Contained in Medical Devices." |
Dosimetry Performance | Evaluated with IEC60601-1. Recommended exposure chart provided in the user manual. |
Clinical Equivalence (based on images) | Phantom image evaluations performed in accordance with FDA guidance for solid-state X-ray imaging devices. Evaluated by a professional radiologist and found to be equivalent to the predicate device. |
Impact of design differences on safety/performance/image quality (e.g., Max. Power, Tube Current, Wall Stand/Table dimensions, Patient Weight) | The document explicitly states that various differences in maximum power, tube current, vertical/lateral movement ranges, detector tilting, table dimensions, and maximum patient weight "do not contribute any adverse impacts to the device's safety and performance and image quality." This indicates acceptance based on a lack of negative impact from these differences. |
2. Sample size used for the test set and the data provenance (e.g. country of origin of the data, retrospective or prospective):
The "clinical data" mentioned refers to "phantom image evaluations," not human patient data. Therefore, a sample size for a patient test set is not provided. The data provenance is not specified, but the device manufacturer is based in the Republic of Korea. The phantom studies are inherently retrospective/prospective in the sense that they are conducted in a controlled environment, not on real patients over time.
3. Number of experts used to establish the ground truth for the test set and the qualifications of those experts:
For the "phantom image evaluations," it states they were "evaluated by a professional radiologist." The exact number (e.g., one or more) and specific qualifications (e.g., years of experience) of this radiologist are not detailed.
4. Adjudication method (e.g. 2+1, 3+1, none) for the test set:
Not specified for the phantom image evaluations. Given the mention of "a professional radiologist" (singular), it implies no adjudication method was explicitly used for multiple readers.
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:
No MRMC study was mentioned. The device is a digital X-ray system, not an AI-assisted diagnostic tool in the context described here.
6. If a standalone (i.e. algorithm only without human-in-the-loop performance) was done:
Not applicable. The GC70 is an X-ray imaging system, not an AI algorithm.
7. The type of ground truth used (expert consensus, pathology, outcomes data, etc):
For the "clinical data" section, the ground truth was phantom image evaluations assessed for equivalence to the predicate by a radiologist. This is a technical assessment of image quality using a standardized object rather than diagnostic accuracy against a clinical outcome.
8. The sample size for the training set:
Not applicable. The document describes an X-ray system, not an AI algorithm that would require a training set.
9. How the ground truth for the training set was established:
Not applicable.
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