Device |
digital breast tomosynthesis |
Definition |
To generate digital 3D mammographic images that can be used for the screening and diagnosis of breast cancer. |
Physical State |
Hardware and software for acquiring and reconstructing digital projection images. May incorporate similar equipment as full-field digital mammography systems. |
Technical Method |
Projection images are acquired over the stationary breast and reconstructed to produce cross-sectional ¿slices¿ through the breast. |
Target Area |
Breast |
Review Panel |
Radiology |
Product Code | OTE |
Premarket Review |
Office of Radiological Health
(OHT8)
Radiological Imaging and Radiation Therapy Devices
(DHT8C)
|
Submission Type |
PMA
|
Device Class |
3
|
Total Product Life Cycle (TPLC) |
TPLC Product Code Report
|
GMP Exempt? |
No
|
Summary Malfunction Reporting |
Eligible |
Implanted Device? |
No
|
Life-Sustain/Support Device? |
No
|
Recognized Consensus Standard
|
Third Party Review |
Not Third Party Eligible |