SONOSITE MICROMAXX DIAGNOSTIC ULTRASOUND SYSTEM (C3 SERIES)
Applicant
Sonosite,Inc.
Product Code
IYN · Radiology
Decision Date
Nov 16, 2005
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 892.1550
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Pediatric, 3rd-Party Reviewed
Indications for Use
Diagnostic ultrasound imaging or fluid flow analysis of the human body as follows: Ophthalmic, Fetal - OB/GYN, Abdominal, Intra-operative (Abdominal organs and vascular), Intra-operative (Neuro.), Laparoscopic, Pediatric, Small Organ (breast, thyroid, testicles.), Neonatal Cephalic, Adult Cephalic, Trans-rectal, Trans-vaginal, Trans-urethral, Musculo-skel. (Conventional), Musculo-skel. (Superficial), Cardiac Adult, Cardiac Pediatric, Trans-esophageal (card.), Peripheral vessel.
Device Story
MicroMaxx High-Resolution Ultrasound System (C3 Series) is a software-controlled diagnostic ultrasound system. It uses piezoelectric transducers to transmit ultrasound energy into the body and receive reflected signals. The system processes these signals to display real-time 2D, M-Mode, Pulsed Wave (PW) Doppler, Continuous Wave (CW) Doppler, Color Power Doppler, and Velocity Color Doppler images. It supports ECG input for timing measurements. Used in clinical settings by physicians for anatomical assessment, fetal biometry, and interventional guidance (e.g., biopsy, nerve blocks). Output is displayed on-screen for clinical decision-making regarding pathology assessment and cardiovascular health. Includes DICOM for image transfer and storage. Benefits include non-invasive diagnostic imaging and real-time procedural guidance.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. The device was evaluated for safety and performance according to recognized consensus standards, including IEC 60601-1 (general safety), IEC 60601-2-37 (ultrasonic diagnostic equipment), and NEMA UD 2/3 (acoustic output). Biocompatibility of patient-contact materials was verified per ISO 10993-1. No clinical trial data was required or presented for this 510(k) clearance.
Technological Characteristics
System uses piezoelectric transducers (linear, curved, intracavitary, phased arrays) operating between 2.0-12.0 MHz. Modes: 2D, M-mode, PW/CW Doppler, Color Power/Velocity Doppler, Tissue Harmonic Imaging. Connectivity: DICOM 3.0, general computer communication. Software-controlled. Biocompatible patient-contact materials. Complies with IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-2-37, NEMA UD 2, NEMA UD 3, and ISO 10993-1.
Indications for Use
Indicated for diagnostic ultrasound imaging and fluid flow analysis in patients requiring assessment of abdominal, cardiac, gynecological, obstetrical, pediatric, neonatal, prostate, superficial, transcranial, and vascular structures. Includes guidance for interventional procedures such as biopsy, drainage, vascular access, and nerve blocks. Contraindicated for Percutaneous Umbilical Blood Sampling (PUBS) or in vitro Fertilization (IVF).
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An ultrasonic pulsed doppler imaging system is a device that combines the features of continuous wave doppler-effect technology with pulsed-echo effect technology and is intended to determine stationary body tissue characteristics, such as depth or location of tissue interfaces or dynamic tissue characteristics such as velocity of blood or tissue motion. This generic type of device may include signal analysis and display equipment, patient and equipment supports, component parts, and accessories.
Predicate Devices
SonoSite MicroMaxx High-Resolution Ultrasound System (C3 Series) (K043559)
Philips Medical Systems (formerly Advanced Technology Laboratories) HDI 5000 Ultrasound System (K034003)
Philips Medical Systems (formerly Advanced Technology Laboratories) HDI 5000 Ultrasound System (K011224)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850
FEB 2 4 2006
Sonosite, Inc. % Mr. Mark Job Responsible Third Party Official Regulatory Technology Services LLC 1394 25th Street NW BUFFALO MN 55313
Re: K053069
Trade Name: MicroMaxx High-Resolution Ultrasound System (C3 Series) Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.1550; 892.1560; 892.1570 Regulation Name: Ultrasonic Pulsed Doppler Imaging System; Ultrasonic Pulsed Echo Imaging System; Diagnostic Ultrasonic Transducer Regulatory Class: II Product Code: IYN; IYO; ITX Dated: October 29, 2005 Received: November 1, 2005
Dear Mr. Job:
This letter corrects our substantially equivalent letter of November 16, 2005.
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket 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 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 (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.
This determination of substantial equivalence applies to the following transducers intended for use with the SonoSite MicroMaxx High-Resolution Ultrasound System (C3 Series), as described in your premarket notification:
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# Transducer Model Number
D2/2 2.0 MHz Dual Element Circular Array; C60e/5-2 5.0-2.0 MHz Curved Array; HFL38/13-6 13.0-6.0 MHz Linear Array; SLA/13-6 13.0-6.0 MHz Linear Array; LAP/12-5 12.0-5.0 MHz Linear Array Laparoscopic; L38e/10-5 10.0-5.0 MHz Linear Array; TEE/8-3 8.0-3.0 MHz Trans-esophageal Echocardiography; SLT/10-5 10.0-5.0 MHz Linear Array; P10/8-4 8.0-4.0 MHz Phased Array; P17/5-1 5.0-1.0 MHz Phased Array
If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), 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 898. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register.
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); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (OS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820); and if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050. This determination of substantial equivalence is granted on the condition that prior to shipping the first device, you submit a postclearance special report. This report should contain complete information, including acoustic output measurements based on production line devices, requested in Appendix G, (enclosed) of the Center's September 30, 1997 "Information for Manufacturers Seeking Marketing Clearance of Diagnostic Ultrasound Systems and Transducers." If the special report is incomplete or contains unacceptable values (e.g., acoustic output greater than approved levels), then the 510(k) clearance may not apply to the production units which as a result may be considered adulterated or misbranded.
The special report should reference the manufacturer's 510(k) number. It should be clearly and prominently marked "ADD-TO-FILE" and should be submitted in duplicate to:
> Food and Drug Administration Center for Devices and Radiological Health Document Mail Center (HFZ-401) 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville, Maryland 20850
This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your 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 market.
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If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801), please contact the Office of Compliance at (240) 276-0120. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). You may obtain other general information on your responsibilities under the Act from the Division of Small Manufacturers, International and Consumer Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 443-6597 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/industry/support/index.html
If you have any questions regarding the content of this letter, please contact Ewa Czerska at (301) 594-1212.
Sincerely yours,
Nancy Brogdon
Nancy C. Brogdon Director, Division of Reproductive, Abdominal and Radiological Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure(s)
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| System: | | MicroMaxx™ High-Resolution Ultrasound System (C3 Series) | | | | | | | |
|--------------------------|------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------|---|---|-----|-----|----------------------------|------------------|
| Transducer: | | N/A | | | | | | | |
| Intended Use: | | Diagnostic ultrasound imaging or fluid flow analysis of the human body as follows: | | | | | | | |
| Clinical Application | | Mode of Operation | | | | | | | |
| | | General<br>(Track I only) | Specific<br>(Tracks I & III) | B | M | PWD | CWD | Color Doppler | Combined (Spec.) |
| | Ophthalmic | Ophthalmic | N | N | N | | N | B+M; B+PWD;<br>B+CD | Note 1 |
| | | Fetal | P | P | P | | P | B+M; B+PWD;<br>B+CD | Note 1 |
| | | Abdominal | P | P | P | P | P | B+M; B+PWD;<br>B+CWD; B+CD | Note 1 |
| | | Intra-operative (Abdominal<br>organs and vascular) | P | P | P | | P | B+M; B+PWD;<br>B+CD | Note 1 |
| | | Intra-operative (Neuro.) | P | P | P | | P | B+M; B+PWD;<br>B+CD | Note 1 |
| Fetal Imaging<br>& Other | | Laparoscopic | P | P | P | | P | B+M; B+PWD;<br>B+CD | Note 1 |
| | | Pediatric<br>Small Organ (breast,<br>thyroid, testicles, prostate) | P | P | P | P | P | B+M; B+PWD;<br>B+CWD; B+CD | Note 1 |
| | | Neonatal Cephalic | P | P | P | | P | B+M; B+PWD;<br>B+CD | Note 1 |
| | | Adult Cephalic | P | P | P | | P | B+M; B+PWD;<br>B+CD | Note 1 |
| | | Trans-rectal | P | P | P | | P | B+M; B+PWD;<br>B+CD | Note 1 |
| | | Trans-vaginal | P | P | P | | P | B+M; B+PWD;<br>B+CD | Note 1 |
| | | Trans-urethral<br>Trans-esoph. (non-Card.) | | | | | | | |
| | | Musculo-skel. (Convent.) | P | P | P | | P | B+M; B+PWD;<br>B+CD | Note 1 |
| | | Musculo-skel. (Superfic.) | P | P | P | | P | B+M; B+PWD;<br>B+CD | Note 1 |
| | | Intra-luminal<br>Other (spec.) | | | | | | | |
| Cardiac | | Cardiac Adult | P | P | P | P | P | B+M; B+PWD;<br>B+CWD; B+CD | Note 1, 2 |
| | | Cardiac Pediatric | P | P | P | P | P | B+M; B+PWD;<br>B+CWD; B+CD | Note 1, 2 |
| | | Trans-esophageal (card.)<br>Other (spec.) | P | P | P | P | P | B+M; B+PWD;<br>B+CWD; B+CD | Note 1, 2 |
| Peripheral<br>Vessel | | Peripheral vessel<br>Other (spec.) | P | P | P | | P | B+M; B+PWD;<br>B+CD | Note 1 |
Table 4.3- 1 Diagnostic Ultrasound Indications for Use Form - C3 System
N= new indication; P= previously cleared by FDA; E= added under Appendix E
### Additional Comments:
Note 1: Other includes Color Power Dopler, combined B and Color Power Doppler, 3-D Imaging, Tissue Harmonic Imaging, Tissue Doppler Imaging and inaging for guidance of biopsy. Color Doppler includes Velocity Color Doppler. Color Doppler can be combined with any imaging mode. Imaging to assist in the placement of needles and catheters in vascular or other analomical structures, and picture arching, communications and storage functionality were all previously cleared in K030949. An expanded intended use for imaging guidance for periously procedures was previously cleared in K033367. Includes Imaging of spinal cord to provide guidance for central nerve block procedures.
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Note 2: PW Doppler Includes PW Tissue Doppler Imaging (TDI).
Prescription Use (Per 21 CFR 801.109)
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(Division Sign-Off)
Division of Reproductive, Abdominal,
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10(k) Number 12053069
Indications for Use
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| System: | MicroMaxx™ High-Resolution Ultrasound System (C3 Series) | | | | | | | |
|---------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------|---|-----|-----|------------------|---------------------|------------------|
| Transducer: | D2/2 2.0 MHz Dual Element Circular Array | | | | | | | |
| Intended Use: | Diagnostic ultrasound imaging or fluid flow analysis of the human body as follows: | | | | | | | |
| Clinical Application | | Mode of Operation | | | | | | |
| General<br>(Track I only) | Specific<br>(Tracks I & III) | B | M | PWD | CWD | Color<br>Doppler | Combined<br>(Spec.) | Other<br>(Spec.) |
| Ophthalmic | Ophthalmic | | | | | | | |
| Fetal Imaging<br>& Other | Fetal | | | | | | | |
| | Abdominal | | | | | | | |
| | Intra-operative (Abdominal organs and vascular) | | | | | | | |
| | Intra-operative (Neuro.) | | | | | | | |
| | Laparoscopic | | | | | | | |
| | Pediatric | | | | | | | |
| | Small Organ (breast, thyroid, testicles.) | | | | | | | |
| | Neonatal Cephalic | | | | | | | |
| | Adult Cephalic | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-rectal | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-vaginal | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-urethral | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-esoph. (non-Card.) | | | | | | | |
| | Musculo-skel. (Convent.) | | | | | | | |
| | Musculo-skel. (Superfic.) | | | | | | | |
| | Intra-luminal | | | | | | | |
| | Other (spec.) | | | | | | | |
| Cardiac | Cardiac Adult | | | | P | | | |
| | Cardiac Pediatric | | | | P | | | |
| | Trans-esophageal (card.) | | | | | | | |
| | Other (spec.) | | | | | | | |
| Peripheral<br>Vessel | Peripheral vessel | | | | | | | |
| | Other (spec.) | | | | | | | |
Table 4.3- 2 Diagnostic Ultrasound Indications for Use Form - D2/2 Transducer
N= new indication; P= previously cleared by FDA; E= added under Appendix E
Note 1: All items marked "P" were previously cleared in 510(k) K043559.
Prescription Use (Per 21 CFR 801.109)
Janey C. Brogdon
(UNISION oductive, Abdominal. and Division of Rep Radiologic 510(k) Numb
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| System: | MicroMaxx™ High-Resolution Ultrasound System (C3 Series) | | | | | | | | |
|---------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------|---|-----|-----|------------------|---------------------|------------------|--|
| Transducer: | C60e/5-2 5.0-2.0 MHz Curved Array | | | | | | | | |
| Intended Use: | Diagnostic ultrasound imaging or fluid flow analysis of the human body as<br>follows: | | | | | | | | |
| | Clinical Application | Mode of Operation | | | | | | | |
| General<br>(Track I only) | Specific<br>(Tracks I & III) | B | M | PWD | CWD | Color<br>Doppler | Combined<br>(Spec.) | Other<br>(Spec.) | |
| Ophthalmic | Ophthalmic | | | | | | | | |
| | Fetal | P | P | P | | P | B+M; B+PWD;<br>B+CD | Note 1 | |
| | Abdominal | P | P | P | | P | B+M; B+PWD;<br>B+CD | Note 1 | |
| | Intra-operative (Abdominal<br>organs and vascular) | P | P | P | | P | B+M; B+PWD;<br>B+CD | Note 1 | |
| | Intra-operative (Neuro.) | | | | | | | | |
| Fetal Imaging | Laparoscopic | | | | | | | | |
| & Other | Pediatric | P | P | P | | P | B+M; B+PWD;<br>B+CD | Note 1 | |
| | Small Organ (breast, thyroid,<br>testicles, prostate) | | | | | | | | |
| | Neonatal Cephalic | | | | | | | | |
| | Adult Cephalic | | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-rectal | | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-vaginal | | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-urethral | | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-esoph. (non-Card.) | | | | | | | | |
| | Musculo-skel. (Convent.) | P | P | P | | P | B+M; B+PWD;<br>B+CD | Note 1 | |
| | Musculo-skel. (Superfic.) | | | | | | | | |
| | Intra-luminal | | | | | | | | |
| | Other (spec.) | | | | | | | | |
| | Cardiac Adult | | | | | | | | |
| Cardiac | Cardiac Pediatric | | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-esophageal (card.) | | | | | | | | |
| | Other (spec.) | | | | | | | | |
| Peripheral | Peripheral vessel | P | P | P | | P | B+M; B+PWD;<br>B+CD | Note 1 | |
| Vessel | Other (spec.) | | | | | | | | |
# Table 4.3- 2 Diagnostic Ultrasound Indications for Use Form - C60e/5-2 Transducer
N= new indication; P= previously cleared by FDA; E= added under Appendix E
### Additional Comments:
Note 1: Other includes Color Power Doppler, combined B and Color Power Dopler, 3-D Imaging, Tissue Harmonic Imaging, Tissue Doppler Imaging and imaging for guidance of biopsy. Color Doppler includes Velocity Color Doppler. Color Doppler can be combined with any imaging mode. Imaging to assist in the placement of needles and catherers in vascular or other senatomical structures was previously deared in 510(k) K030949. Includes imaging of spinal cord to central nerve block procedures.
Prescription Use (Per 21 CFR 801.109)
Nancy Gregon
(Division Sign-Off)
Division of Reproductive, Abdominal,
and Radiological Devices
510(k) Number K053069
Indications for Use
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| System: | | | MicroMaxx™ High-Resolution Ultrasound System (C3 Series) | | | | | |
|---------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----|-----|---------------|---------------------|------------------|
| Transducer: | | | HFL38/13-6 13.0-6.0 MHz Linear Array Transducer | | | | | |
| Intended Use: | | | Diagnostic ultrasound imaging or fluid flow analysis of the human body as follows: | | | | | |
| Clinical Application | | | Mode of Operation | | | | | |
| General<br>(Track I only) | Specific<br>(Tracks I & III) | B | M | PWD | CWD | Color Doppler | Combined<br>(Spec.) | Other<br>(Spec.) |
| Ophthalmic | Ophthalmic | | | | | | | |
| | Fetal | | | | | | | |
| | Abdominal | P | P | P | | P | B+M; B+PWD;<br>B+CD | Note 1 |
| | Intra-operative (Abdominal<br>organs and vascular) | P | P | P | | P | B+M; B+PWD;<br>B+CD | Note 1 |
| Fetal Imaging | Intra-operative (Neuro.)<br>Laparoscopic | | | | | | | |
| & Other | Pediatric | P | P | P | | P | B+M; B+PWD;<br>B+CD | Note 1 |
| | Small Organ (breast,<br>thyroid, testicles) | P | P | P | | P | B+M; B+PWD;<br>B+CD | Note 1 |
| | Neonatal Cephalic | | | | | | | |
| | Adult Cephalic | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-rectal | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-vaginal | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-urethral | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-esoph. (non-Card.) | | | | | | | |
| | Musculo-skel. (Convent.) | P | P | P | | P | B+M; B+PWD;<br>B+CD | Note 1 |
| | Musculo-skel. (Superfic.) | P | P | P | | P | B+M; B+PWD;<br>B+CD | Note 1 |
| | Intra-luminal | | | | | | | |
| | Other (spec.) | | | | | | | |
| Cardiac | Cardiac Adult<br>Cardiac Pediatric<br>Trans-esophageal (card.)<br>Other (spec.) | | | | | | | |
| Peripheral<br>Vessel | Peripheral vessel<br>Other (spec.) | P | P | P | | P | B+M; B+PWD;<br>B+CD | Note 1 |
## Table 4.3- 8 Diagnostic Ultrasound Indications for Use Form - HFL38/13-6 Transducer
N= new indication; P= previously cleared by FDA; E= added under Appendix E
### Additional Comments:
Note 1: Other includes Color Power Dopter, combined B and Color Power Doppler, 3-D Imaging, Tissue Harmonic Imaging, Tissue Doppler Imaging and imaging for guidance of biopsy. Color Doppler includes Velocity Color Doppler can be combined with any imaging mode. Includes imaging to assist in the placement of needles and catheters in vascular or other anatomical structures and an imaging guidance for peripheral neve block procedures. All items marked "P" were previously deared in 510(k) K04359. Includes Imaging of spinal cord to provide guidance for central nerve block procedures.
Prescription Use (Per 21 CFR 801.109)
Taneyl Boyden
(Division Sigh-Off)
Division Reproductive, Abcomman and Radionomical Dev
510(k) Number K053069
Indications for Use
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| System: | MicroMaxx™ High-Resolution Ultrasound System (C3 Series) | | | | | | | | |
|---------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------|---|-----|-----|------------------|---------------------|------------------|
| Transducer: | SLA/13-6 13.0-6.0 MHz Linear Array Transducer | | | | | | | | |
| Intended Use: | Diagnostic ultrasound imaging or fluid flow analysis of the human<br>body as follows: | | | | | | | | |
| | Clinical Application | | Mode of Operation | | | | | | |
| General<br>(Track I only) | | Specific<br>(Tracks I & III) | B | M | PWD | CWD | Color<br>Doppler | Combined<br>(Spec.) | Other<br>(Spec.) |
| Ophthalmic | | Ophthalmic | | | | | | | |
| | | Fetal | | | | | | | |
| | | Abdominal<br>Intra-operative<br>(Abdominal organs and<br>vascular) | P | P | P | | P | B+M; B+PWD;<br>B+CD | Note 1 |
| | | Intra-operative (Neuro.) | N | N | N | | N | B+M; B+PWD;<br>B+CD | Note 1 |
| Fetal Imaging | | Laparoscopic | | | | | | | |
| & Other | | Pediatric | P | P | P | | P | B+M; B+PWD;<br>B+CD | Note 1 |
| | | Small Organ (breast,<br>thyroid, testicles.) | P | P | P | | P | B+M; B+PWD;<br>B+CD | Note 1 |
| | | Neonatal Cephalic | | | | | | | |
| | | Adult Cephalic | | | | | | | |
| | | Trans-rectal | | | | | | | |
| | | Trans-vaginal | | | | | | | |
| | | Trans-urethral | | | | | | | |
| | | Trans-esoph. (non-<br>Card.) | | | | | | | |
| | | Musculo-skel.<br>(Convent.) | P | P | P | | P | B+M; B+PWD;<br>B+CD | Note 1 |
| | | Musculo-skel.<br>(Superfic.) | P | P | P | | P | B+M; B+PWD;<br>B+CD | Note 1 |
| | | Intra-luminal | | | | | | | |
| | | Other (spec.) | | | | | | | |
| Cardiac | | Cardiac Adult | | | | | | | |
| | | Cardiac Pediatric | | | | | | | |
| | | Trans-esophageal<br>(card.) | | | | | | | |
| | | Other (spec.) | | | | | | | |
| Peripheral<br>Vessel | | Peripheral vessel<br>Other (spec.) | P | P | P | | P | B+M; B+PWD;<br>B+CD | Note 1 |
Table 4.3- 4 Diagnostic Ultrasound Indications for Use Form -- SLA/13-6 Transducer
N= new indication; P= previously cleared by FDA; E= added under Appendix E
### Additional Comments:
Nole 1: Other includes Color Power Doppler, combined B and Color Power Doppler, 3D Imaging, Tissue Hamonic Imaging, Tissue Frod 17 Chick Holledo Soler Portor Bopper of the Over Porter Dopper, Jo Innight, Tisset Timents Integrity, Color Doppler Lan be combined with any imaging mode
Prescription Use (Per 21 CFR 801.109)
Nancy brogen
(DIVISION Sign-Off)
Division of Reproductive, Abdominal,
Radiological Devices
510(k) Number R0530
Indications for Use
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Table 4.3- 13 Diagnostic Ultrasound Indications for Use Form – LAP/12-5 Laparoscopic Transducer
| System: | MicroMaxx™ High-Resolution Ultrasound System (C3 Series) | | | | | | | |
|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------|---|-----|-----|------------------|---------------------|------------------|
| Transducer: | LAP/12-5 12.0-5.0 MHz Linear Array Laparoscopic Transducer | | | | | | | |
| Intended Use: Diagnostic ultrasound imaging or fluid flow analysis of the human<br>body as follows: | | | | | | | | |
| Clinical Application | | Mode of Operation | | | | | | |
| General<br>(Track I only) | Specific<br>(Tracks I & III) | B | M | PWD | CWD | Color<br>Doppler | Combined<br>(Spec.) | Other<br>(Spec.) |
| Ophthalmic | Ophthalmic | | | | | | | |
| | Fetal | | | | | | | |
| | Abdominal | | | | | | | |
| | Intra-operative<br>(Abdominal organs and<br>vascular) | | | | | | | |
| | Intra-operative (Neuro.) | | | | | | | |
| Fetal Imaging<br>& Other | Laparoscopic<br>Pediatric<br>Small Organ (breast,<br>thyroid, testicles.)<br>Neonatal Cephalic<br>Adult Cephalic | P | P | P | | P | B+M; B+PWD;<br>B+CD | Note 1 |
| | Trans-rectal<br>Trans-vaginal<br>Trans-urethral<br>Trans-esoph. (non-<br>Card.)<br>Musculo-skel.<br>(Convent.)<br>Musculo-skel.<br>(Superfic.)<br>Intra-luminal<br>Other (spec.) | | | | | | | |
| Cardiac | Cardiac Adult<br>Cardiac Pediatric<br>Trans-esophageal<br>(card.)<br>Other (spec.) | | | | | | | |
| Peripheral<br>Vessel | Peripheral vessel<br>Other (spec.) | | | | | | | |
N= new indication; P= previously cleared by FDA; E= added under Appendix E
### Additional Comments:
Note 1: Other includes Color Power Dopler, combined B and Color Power Doppler, 3-D Imaging, Tissue Doppler Imaging and imaging for guidance of biopsy. Color Doppler includes Velocity Color Doppler. Color Doppler can be combined with any imaging mode. All items marked "P" were previously cleared in 510(k) K043559.
Prescription Use (Per 21 CFR 801.109)
Haney C. Bragdon
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| MicroMaxx™ High-Resolution Ultrasound System (C3 Series)<br>System: | | | | | | | | |
|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------|-------------------|---|-----|-----|------------------|---------------------|------------------|
| Transducer: | L38e/10-5 10.0-5.0 MHz Linear Array Transducer | | | | | | | |
| Diagnostic ultrasound imaging or fluid flow analysis of the human<br>Intended Use:<br>body as follows: | | | | | | | | |
| | Clinical Application | Mode of Operation | | | | | | |
| General<br>(Track I only) | Specific<br>(Tracks I & III) | B | M | PWD | CWD | Color<br>Doppler | Combined<br>(Spec.) | Other<br>(Spec.) |
| Ophthalmic | Ophthalmic | | | | | | | |
| | Fetal | | | | | | | |
| | Abdominal | P | P | P | | P | B+M; B+PWD;<br>B+CD | Note 1 |
| | Intra-operative<br>(Abdominal organs and<br>vascular) | P | P | P | | P | B+M; B+PWD;<br>B+CD | Note 1 |
| | Intra-operative (Neuro.) | | | | | | | |
| Fetal Imaging | Laparoscopic | | | | | | | |
| & Other | Pediatric | P | P | P | | P | B+M; B+PWD;<br>B+CD | Note 1 |
| | Small Organ (breast,<br>thyroid, testicles) | P | P | P | | P | B+M; B+PWD;<br>B+CD | Note 1 |
| | Neonatal Cephalic | | | | | | | |
| | Adult Cephalic | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-rectal<br>Trans-vaginal | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-urethral | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-esoph. (non-<br>Card.) | | | | | | | |
| | Musculo-skel.<br>(Convent) | P | P | P | | P | B+M; B+PWD;<br>B+CD | Note 1 |
| | Musculo-skel.<br>(Superfic.) | P | P | P | | P | B+M; B+PWD;<br>B+CD | Note 1 |
| | Intra-luminal<br>Other (spec.) | | | | | | | |
| | Cardiac Adult | | | | | | | |
| Cardiac | Cardiac Pediatric | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-esophageal<br>(card.) | | | | | | | |
| | Other (spec.) | | | | | | | |
| Peripheral | Peripheral vessel | P | P | P | | P | B+M; B+PWD;<br>B+CD | Note 1 |
| Vessel | Other (spec.) | | | | | | | |
Table 4.3- 5 Diagnostic Ultrasound Indications for Use Form - L38e/10-5 Transducer
N= new indication; P= previously cleared by FDA; E= added under Appendix E
# Additional Comments:
Note 1: Other includes Color Power Dopler, combined B and Color Power Doppler, 3-0 Imaging, Tissue Harmonic Imaging, Tissue Doppler Imaging and imaging for guidance of biopsy. Color Doppler includes Velocity Color Doppler. Color Doppler can be combined with any imaging mode. Includes imaging to assist in the placement of needles and catherers in vascular or other analomical structures and imaging guidance for peripheral neve block procedures. Includes imaging of spinal cord to provide guidance for central nerve block procedures.
Prescription Use (Per 21 CFR 801 109)
Darcy C. Brogdon
(Division Sign-Off)
Division of Reproductive, Abdominal, and Radiological Devices 510(k) Number
Indications for Use
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# Table 4.3- 6 Diagnostic Ultrasound Indications for Use Form - TEE/8-3 Trans-Esophageal Echocardiography Transducer
| System: | | | | MicroMaxx™ High-Resolution Ultrasound System (C3 series) | | | | | | |
|--------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------|-----|-----|-------------------|----------------------------|------------------|--|
| Transducer: | | TEE/8-3 8.0-3.0 MHz Trans-esophageal Echocardiography Transducer | | | | | | | | |
| Intended Use:<br>as follows: | | | Diagnostic ultrasound imaging or fluid flow analysis of the human body | | | | | | | |
| Clinical Application | | | | | | | Mode of Operation | | | |
| General<br>(Track I<br>only)<br>Ophthalmic | Specific<br>(Tracks I & III)<br>Ophthalmic | | B | M | PWD | CWD | Color<br>Doppler | Combined<br>(Spec.) | Other<br>(Spec.) | |
| | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | Fetal | | | | | | | | |
| | Abdominal<br>Intra-operative<br>(Abdominal organs and<br>vascular) | | | | | | | | | |
| | | Intra-operative (Neuro.) | | | | | | | | |
| Fetal<br>Imaging | Laparoscopic | | | | | | | | | |
| & Other | | Pediatric | | | | | | | | |
| | Small Organ (breast,<br>thyroid, testicles.) | | | | | | | | | |
| | Neonatal Cephalic | | | | | | | | | |
| | Adult Cephalic | | | | | | | | | |
| | | Trans-rectal | | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-vaginal | | | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-urethral | | | | | | | | | |
| | | Trans-esoph. (non-Card.) | | | | | | | | |
| | Musculo-skel. (Convent.) | | | | | | | | | |
| | Musculo-skel. (Superfic.) | | | | | | | | | |
| | | Intra-luminal | | | | | | | | |
| | | Other (spec.) | | | | | | | | |
| | | Cardiac Adult | | | | | | | | |
| Cardiac | | Cardiac Pediatric | | | | | | | | |
| | | Trans-esophageal (card.) | P | P | P | P | P | B+M; B+PWD;<br>B+CWD; B+CD | Note 1, 2 | |
| | | Other (spec.) | | | | | | | | |
| Peripheral | Peripheral vessel | | | | | | | | | |
| Vessel | | Other (spec.) | | | | | | | | |
N= new Indication; P= previously cleared by FDA; E= added under Appendix E
Additional Comments:
Note 1: Other includes Color Power Dopler, combined B and Color Power Doppler, 3-D Imaging, Tissue Harmonic Imaging, Tissue Doppler Imaging and imaging for guidance of biopsy. Color Doppler includes Velocity Color Doppler. Color Doppler can be combined with any imaging mode.
Note 2: PW Doppler includes PW Tissue Doppler Imaging (TDI).
Prescription Use (Per 21 CFR 801.109)
Nancy C Brogdon
(Division Sign-Off)
Division of Reproductive, Abdominal,
and Radiological Devices K053069
510(k) Number
Indications for Use
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| System: | MicroMaxx™ High-Resolution Ultrasound System (C3 Series) | | | | | | | | | |
|----------------------|----------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------|-----|-----|---------|---------------------|---------|--|--|
| Transducer: | | SLT/10-5 10.0-5.0 MHz Linear Array | | | | | | | | |
| Intended Use: | | | Diagnostic ultrasound imaging or fluid flow analysis of the human | | | | | | | |
| body as follows: | | | | | | | | | | |
| Clinical Application | | | Mode of Operation | | | | | | | |
| General | Specific | | | | | Color | Combined | Other | | |
| (Track I only) | (Tracks I & III) | B | M | PWD | CWD | Doppler | (Spec.) | (Spec.) | | |
| Ophthalmic | Ophthalmic | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | |
| | Fetal | P | P | P | | P | B+M; B+PWD;<br>B+CD | Note 1 | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | |
| | Abdominal | P | P | P | | P | B+M; B+PWD;<br>B+CD | Note 1 | | |
| | Intra-operative | | | | | | | | | |
| | (Abdominal organs and | P | P | P | | P | B+M; B+PWD;<br>B+CD | | | |
| | vascular)<br>Intra-operative (Neuro.) | | | | | | B+CD | Note 1 | | |
| Fetal Imaging | Laparoscopic | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | |
| & Other | Pediatric | P | P | P | | P | B+M; B+PWD;<br>B+CD | Note 1 | | |
| | Small Organ (breast,<br>thyroid, testicles.) | | | | | | B+M; B+PWD; | | | |
| | thyroid, testicles.) | P | P | P | | P | B+CD | Note 1 | | |
| | Neonatal Cephalic | | | | | | | | | |
| | Adult Cephalic | | | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-rectal | | | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-vaginal | | | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-urethral | | | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-esoph. (non-<br>Card.) | | | | | | | | | |
| | Card.) | | | | | | | | | |
| | Musculo-skel. | P | P | P | | P | B+M; B+PWD;<br>B+CD | | | |
| | (Convent.) | | | | | | | Note 1 | | |
| | Musculo-skel. | | | P | | | B+CD | Note 1 | | |
| | (Superfic.) | P | P | P | | P | B+M; B+PWD;<br>B+CD | Note 1 | | |
| | Intra-luminal | | | | | | | | | |
| | Other (spec.) | | | | | | | | | |
| | Cardiac Adult | | | | | | | | | |
| Cardiac | Cardiac Pediatric | | | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-esophageal | | | | | | | | | |
| | (card.) | | | | | |…
Two short videos show you everything — or skip straight to the written tutorial if you'd rather read. You can reopen this any time from the Tutorial button in the top bar.
Part 1 — Search, results, and everyday workflows 16 min
Part 2 — Embeddings: the galaxy map 3 min
1. Search: exact and fuzzy
Type a phrase like "coronary artery calcification" into the search box. You get two kinds of results. Exact results match the literal phrase — prefix searches work ("coronary artery calcificati") but suffix searches do not. Fuzzy results match on the meaning and intent of your phrase rather than the exact words, and are sorted by relevance score. Hover over the Exact or Fuzzy badge on any row to see exactly why it matched.
Use the checkboxes above the results to narrow: SaMD keeps only software-only devices, AI / ML keeps only devices with AI.
Exact vs. fuzzy search: what's the difference?
Exact matches on the literal phrase (prefix search works, suffix does not). Fuzzy matches on the meaning and intent of the phrase rather than the exact words. Hover over the badge on any row to see why it matched.
You search "coronary artery calcification" and want only software devices with AI. What two filters do you apply?
Narrow by SaMD (software-only devices), then narrow by AI/ML (devices with AI).
2. The results table
Scroll right in the results table. The intended use is extracted for you — no need to open the PDF. The device story gives a high-level snapshot of what the device does and how it's used. The AI Performance sub-table shows each output name, acceptance criteria, observed values, and development/test dataset descriptions — the same format Innolitics uses for regulatory strategy outputs, and the fastest high-level fingerprint of an AI device. It is AI-generated but has been very reliable in practice.
Where do you find a device's intended use without opening the PDF?
Scroll right in the search results table. The intended use column is extracted for you; no need to dig into the 510(k) summary PDF.
What does the AI Performance sub-table show, and why is it useful?
Output name, acceptance criteria, observed values, development dataset description, and test dataset description. It's the same format we use for regulatory strategy output and Fast 510(k) input, and the fastest high-level fingerprint of an AI device. AI-generated but reliable in practice.
3. Judging fuzzy relevance
Fuzzy results trail off in relevance as you scroll. Use three signals to decide how far down to go: the fuzzy badge explanations, the intended use column, and whether your target output (e.g., Cobb angle) still appears in the AI Performance sub-table. Once it stops appearing, you're past the relevant zone. A top hit with a low score (~0.4) and a stretched explanation is a hint the closest predicates are far away — the project may be headed for De Novo. Note the fuzzy search is a pattern match: it doesn't handle negation ("not") well, and hardware devices can appear — filter by SaMD/AI ML to cut them.
How do you judge how far down fuzzy search results to go?
Use the relevancy signals: the fuzzy badge explanations, the intended use column, and whether the target output (e.g., Cobb angle) still appears in the AI Performance sub-table. Once it stops appearing, results are trailing off in relevancy.
4. Device detail page: chat and citations
Click a device name to open its detail page: device facts on the left, a chat window on the right. Ask something like "Describe the training data". The answer carries little citation bubbles — click one to jump to the highlighted passage in the source PDF, so you can verify every AI answer against the document. There's also a Download PDF button for sharing.
How do you verify an AI chat answer on the device detail page?
Click the citation bubbles to jump to the relevant highlight in the source document.
Reading rule for every project: how many summaries do you read in full?
At least the three most relevant 510(k) or De Novo summaries, in full. After that, use targeted chat questions to confirm your memory quickly. The tool supports this professional habit — it doesn't replace it.
5. Side-by-side comparison
Select multiple rows in the results table (aim for under ~10), then open the PDF Viewer tab. Ask one question — it goes to all selected devices in parallel, each with citations. This is the fastest way to compare and contrast devices: training data, PCCP scope, how they handled adding new scanners, and so on.
What does the side-by-side PDF viewer mode do?
Select multiple devices, open the PDF viewer tab, and ask one question (e.g., "Describe the training data"). It queries all selected devices simultaneously with citations, so you can compare and contrast quickly.
6. Collections
With rows selected, go to the Collections tab and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). Reload that selection any time — before a client call, pull up the collection and ask questions across all of its devices at once.
How do you save a set of selected devices for later use?
Select the rows, go to the Collections tab, and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). You can reload the selection anytime and carry it into the PDF viewer and other tabs that support selections.
7. Product codes and the regulations tree
Click a product code in the results to jump to it in the regulations tree — identification text, sibling product codes, and devices you can open in a PDF viewer on the right. Click a regulation number to see its identification, special controls, and related product codes. You can also search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree. Always read the special controls if any exist for your device — it broadens your search and sharpens pre-kickoff research.
What can you do from the regulations tree view?
Browse product codes and regulation numbers, read the identification text and special controls, browse sibling product codes, open device PDFs on the right, and search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree.
8. Chart view
Click Show Chart and segment by regulation number (or product code) to see which regulations dominate your result set. Clicking a regulation takes you into the regulations tree. Great for spotting that most matches are, say, hardware laparoscopic devices — a cue to go back and filter.
How do you see which regulations dominate a search result set?
Click "Show Chart" and segment by Regulation Number. Clicking a regulation takes you to the regulations tree.
9. The predicate graph
Open the Predicates tab for a family-tree view of predicate relationships. Click a node to trace its parents and children; selections from search carry over pre-selected. Commonly predicated devices are worth reading — a lot of people predicated them for a reason. The visual lineage is also handy on client calls, e.g. to show how a predicate family evolved and justify why your predicate still holds.
In the predicate graph, why are commonly predicated devices worth reading?
A lot of people predicated them for a reason. Clicking a node traces parents and children, and selections from search carry over pre-selected.
10. Embeddings: the galaxy map
The Embeddings tab plots every matching document in a 2-D "galaxy map" where semantically similar devices cluster together. Hover or click clusters to explore, and let AI label the clusters for you. Embeddings beat product codes for grouping: two devices can carry different product codes (LLZ vs. QIH) yet do the same thing — the embedding captures the meaning of the intended use and device story. This is also exactly how retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) works under the hood, and it makes a great visual on client calls.
Try it yourself
Head to the search page and work through a few of these AI/ML fuzzy searches to build intuition: perivascular fat on CT · aortic valve calcification opportunistic screening on noncontrast CT · breast cancer prediction on digital pathology slides · autism detection · gestational age prediction · a hearing aid that can also detect a pulse · foundation model based analysis of ECG · large language models · penetration test. Watch how the relevance scores, intended use, and AI Performance tables tell you when results stop being meaningful.