K061682 · General Electric Co. · IYO · Jul 12, 2006 · Radiology
Device Facts
Record ID
K061682
Device Name
GE VOLUSON E8 ULTRASOUND SYSTEM
Applicant
General Electric Co.
Product Code
IYO · Radiology
Decision Date
Jul 12, 2006
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Special
Regulation
21 CFR 892.1560
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Pediatric
Indications for Use
Diagnostic ultrasound imaging or fluid flow analysis of the human body as follows: Fetal/OB; Abdominal (including GYN, pelvic and infertility monitoring/follicle development); Pediatric; Small Organ (breast, testes, thyroid etc.); Neonatal and Adult Cephalic; Cardiac (adult and pediatric); Musculo-skeletal Conventional and Superficial; Peripheral Vascular; Transvaginal (TV); Transrectal (TR); and Intraoperative (abdominal, PV and neurological).
Device Story
Voluson E8 is a mobile, general-purpose diagnostic ultrasound system; provides digital acquisition, processing, and display of ultrasound images. System includes mobile console, keyboard, specialized controls, 10-inch LCD touch screen, and 15-inch LCD display. Operates by transmitting ultrasonic pulses into the body and processing returning echoes to generate images or flow data. Used by qualified physicians in clinical settings for various anatomical regions and exam types. Output displayed on integrated monitor for diagnostic evaluation; assists in clinical decision-making for patient management. Benefits include non-invasive diagnostic imaging and biopsy guidance.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data required. Substantial equivalence supported by non-clinical testing, including acoustic output measurements, biocompatibility, cleaning/disinfection effectiveness, and thermal, electrical, and mechanical safety testing in conformance with applicable standards.
Technological Characteristics
Mobile console (57x96x149 cm) with digital acquisition/processing. Includes 10-inch LCD touch screen and 15-inch LCD display. Supports multiple transducer types (e.g., RAB, IC, 9L, PA, M12LW, 3S, P2D, P6D, M6C, 11L series). Operating modes: B, M, PW/CW Doppler, Color/Power Doppler, Color M, Harmonic Imaging, Coded Pulse, and 3D/4D imaging. Conforms to 21 CFR 820, ISO 9001, and ISO 13485.
Indications for Use
Indicated for diagnostic ultrasound imaging or fluid flow analysis in fetal/OB, abdominal, pediatric, small organ, neonatal/adult cephalic, cardiac, peripheral vascular, musculoskeletal, transrectal, transvaginal, and intraoperative applications. For use by qualified physicians. Prescription use only.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An ultrasonic pulsed echo imaging system is a device intended to project a pulsed sound beam into body tissue to determine the depth or location of the tissue interfaces and to measure the duration of an acoustic pulse from the transmitter to the tissue interface and back to the receiver. This generic type of device may include signal analysis and display equipment, patient and equipment supports, component parts, and accessories.
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls). A biopsy needle guide kit intended for use with an ultrasonic pulsed echo imaging system only is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 892.9.
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K061682
# Attachment B:
Summary of Safety and Effectiveness Prepared in accordance with 21 CFR Part 807.92(c). JUL 1 2 2006
GE Healthcare
General Electric Company P.O. Box 414, Milwaukee, WI 53201
#### Section a):
| 1. Submitter: | GE Medical Systems, Ultrasound and Primary Care Diagnostics, LLC<br>PO Box 414<br>Milwaukee, WI 53201 |
|---------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Contact Person: | Allen Schuh,<br>Manager, Safety and Regulatory Engineering<br>Telephone: 414-721-3992; Fax: 414-721-3899 |
| Date Prepared: | June 14, 2006 |
| 2. Device Name: | GE Voluson E8 Diagnostic Ultrasound System<br>Ultrasonic Pulsed Echo Imaging System, 21 CFR 892.1560, 90-IYO<br>Ultrasonic Pulsed Doppler Imaging System, 21 CFR 892.1550, 90-IYN<br>Diagnostic Ultrasonic Transducer, 21 CFR 892.1570, 90-ITX |
| 3. Marketed Device: | GE Voluson 730 Diagnostic Ultrasound System, K003535, K003090, K |
GE Voluson 730 Diagnostic Ultrasound System - K003525, K032620, K041688 3. Marketed Device: A device currently in commercial distribution.
4. Device Description: The Voluson E8 is a full featured, general purpose diagnostic ultrasound system which consists of a mobile console approximately 57 cm wide, 96 cm deep and 149 cm high that provides digital acquisition, processing and display capability. The user interface includes a computer keyboard, specialized controls, 10 inch LCD touch screen and color 15 inch LCD image display. This modification will provide users with additional probe options, improved user interface and overall quality and image enhancement.
5. Indications for Use: The device is intended for use by a qualified physician for ultrasound evaluation of Fetal/OB; Abdominal (including GYN, pelvic and infertility monitoring/follicle development); Pediatric; Small Organ (breast, testes, thyroid etc.); Neonatal and Adult Cephalic; Cardiac (adult and pediatric); Musculo-skeletal Conventional and Superficial; Peripheral Vascular; Transvaginal (TV); Transrectal (TR); and Intraoperative (abdominal, PV and neurological).
6. Comparison with Predicate Devices: The GE Voluson E8 is of a comparable type and substantially equivalent to the current GE Voluson 730 Pro/Expert. It has the same technological characteristics, key safety and effectiveness features, and is similar in physical design, construction and materials and has the same intended uses and basic operating modes as the predicate device.
#### Section b):
1. Non-clinical Tests: The device has been evaluated for acoustic output, biocompatibility, cleaning and disinfection effectiveness as well as thermal, electrical and mechanical safety, and has been found to conform with applicable medical device safety standards.
#### 2. Clinical Tests: None required.
3. Conclusion: Intended uses and other key features are consistent with traditional clinical practice, FDA guidelines, and established methods of patient examination. The design and development process of the manufacturer conforms with 21 CFR 820, ISO 9001and ISO 13485 quality systems. The device conforms to applicable medical device safety standards and compliance is verified through independent evaluation with ongoing factory surveillance. Diagnostic ultrasound has accumulated a long history of safe and effective performance. Therefore, it is the opinion of GE Healthcare that the GE Voluson E8 Diagnostic Ultrasound is substantially equivalent with respect to safety and effectiveness to devices currently cleared for market.
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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850
### JUL 1 2 2006
Mr. Allen Schuh Manager, GE Ultrasound Product Safety and Regulatory Engineering GE Medical Systems, Ultrasound and Primary Care Diagnostics, LLC 9900 Innovation Drive WAUWATOSA WI 53226
Re: K061682
Trade Name: GE Voluson E8 Ultrasound System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.1550 Regulation Name: Ultrasonic pulsed doppler imaging system Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.1560 Regulation Name: Ultrasonic pulsed echo imaging system Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.1570 Regulation Name: Diagnostic ultrasonic transducer Regulatory Class: II Product Code: IYN, IYO, and ITX Dated: June 14, 2006 Received: June 15, 2006
#### Dear Mr. Schuh:
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 GE Voluson E8 Ultrasound System, as described in your premarket notification:
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*Protecting and Promoting Public Health*
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#### Transducer Model Number
| RAB2-5-D | IC5-9-D | 9L-D |
|-----------|-----------|-------|
| RAB4-8-D | PA6-8-D | M12LW |
| RIC5-9-D | SP10-16-D | 3S-D |
| RNA5-9-D | RSP6-16-D | P2D |
| RRE6-10-D | RIC6-12-D | P6D |
| AB2-7-D | RAM3-8 | M6C |
| 4C-D | RSM5-14 | 11L-D |
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 (QS) 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
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Page 2 -- Mr. Schuh
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.
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 (240) 276-3150 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,
David Ch. Leverson
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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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# Attachment E Indications for Use Forms
The following forms represent indications with clinical applications and The following forms roprocent indicant operation for the Voluson E8 exam types along with the mobelmode combinations. Combinations identified by "N" are new while "P" represents those previously cleared with the unmodified Voluson 730. In a similar manner, "E" represents with the unmodified Voluson Toodified Voluson 730 via Appendix E of Confinitions added to the subject modification does not alter the the 510(k) Cleared system level indications, clinical applications or modes of operation.
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### Diagnostic Ultrasound Indications for Use Form
### GE Voluson E8 Ultrasound System
Intended Use: Diagnostic ultrasound imaging or fluid flow analysis of the human body as follows:
| | Mode of Operation | | | | | | | | | | |
|----------------------------------------------------|-------------------|---|---------------|---------------|------------------|--------------------|------------------|-------------------|---------------------|----------------|------------------|
| Clinical Application<br>Anatomy/Region of Interest | B | M | PW<br>Doppler | CW<br>Doppler | Color<br>Doppler | Color M<br>Doppler | Power<br>Doppler | Combined<br>Modes | Harmonic<br>Imaging | Coded<br>Pulse | Other<br>[Notes] |
| Ophthalmic | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Fetal / Obstetrics[7] | P | P | P | E | P | P | P | P | P | P | [5,6] |
| Abdominal[1] | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | [5,6] |
| Pediatric | P | P | P | E | P | P | P | P | P | P | [5,6] |
| Small Organ[2] | P | P | P | E | P | P | P | P | P | P | [5,6] |
| Neonatal Cephalic | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | [5] |
| Adult Cephalic | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | |
| Cardiac[3] | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | [5] |
| Peripheral Vascular | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | [5,6] |
| Musculo-skeletal Conventional | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | [5,6] |
| Musculo-skeletal Superficial | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | [5,6] |
| Other | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Exam Type, Means of Access | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Transesophageal | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Transrectal[8] | P | P | P | | P | P | P | P | P | P | [5,6] |
| Transvaginal | P | P | P | | P | P | P | P | P | P | [5,6] |
| Transuretheral | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Intraoperative | P | P | P | | P | P | P | P | P | P | |
| Intraoperative Neurological | P | P | P | | P | P | P | P | P | P | |
| Intravascular | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Laparoscopic | | | | | | | | | | | |
N = new indication; P = previously cleared by FDA; E = added under Appendix E
Notes: [1] Abdominal includes renal, GYN/Pelvic.
[2] Small organ includes breast, testes, thyroid, salivary gland, lymph nodes, pediatric and neonatal patients [3] Cardiac is Adult and Pediatric.
[5] 3D/4D Imaging Mode.
[6] Includes imaging of guidance of biopsy (2D/3D/4D).
[7] Includes infertility monitoring of follicle development.
[8] Includes urology/prostate.
[*] Combined modes are B/M, B/Color M, B/PWD or CWD, B/Color/PWD or CWD, B/Power/PWD.
(PLEASE DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE - CONTINUE ON ANOTHER PAGE IF NEEDED)
Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)
David R. Ingram
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### GE Voluson E8 with RAB2-5-D Transducer
Intended Use: Diagnostic ultrasound imaging or fluid flow analysis of the human body as follows:
| | Mode of Operation | | | | | | | | | | |
|----------------------------------------------------|-------------------|---|---------------|---------------|------------------|--------------------|------------------|-------------------|---------------------|----------------|------------------|
| Clinical Application<br>Anatomy/Region of Interest | B | M | PW<br>Doppler | CW<br>Doppler | Color<br>Doppler | Color M<br>Doppler | Power<br>Doppler | Combined<br>Modes | Harmonic<br>Imaging | Coded<br>Pulse | Other<br>[Notes] |
| Ophthalmic | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Fetal / Obstetrics[7] | P | P | P | | P | P | P | P | P | P | [5,6] |
| Abdominal[1] | P | P | P | | P | P | P | P | P | P | [5,6] |
| Pediatric | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Small Organ[2] | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Neonatal Cephalic | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Adult Cephalic | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Cardiac[3] | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Peripheral Vascular | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Musculo-skeletal Conventional | P | P | P | | P | P | P | P | P | P | [5,6] |
| Musculo-skeletal Superficial | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Other | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Exam Type, Means of Access | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Transesophageal | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Transrectal | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Transvaginal | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Transuretheral | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Intraoperative | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Intraoperative Neurological | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Intravascular | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Laparoscopic | | | | | | | | | | | |
N = new indication; P = previously cleared by FDA; E = added under Appendix E
Notes: [1] Abdominal includes renal, GYN/Pelvic
[5] 3D/4D Imaging Mode
[6] Includes imaging of quidance of biopsy (3D/4D)
[7] Includes infertility monitoring of follicle development
[*] Combined modes are B/M, B/Color M, B/PWD or CWD, B/Color/PWD or CWD, B/Power/PWD.
(PLEASE DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE - CONTINUE ON ANOTHER PAGE IF NEEDED)
Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)
Davidh. Seymon
(Division Sign-Off)
Division of Reproductive, Abdominal,
and Radiological Devices
510(k) Number 206/682
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### Diagnostic Ultrasound Indications for Use Form
### GE Voluson E8 with RAB4-8-D Transducer
Intended Use: Diagnostic ultrasound imaging or fluid flow analysis of the human body as follows:
| | Mode of Operation | | | | | | | | | | |
|----------------------------------------------------|-------------------|---|---------------|---------------|------------------|--------------------|------------------|-------------------|---------------------|----------------|------------------|
| Clinical Application<br>Anatomy/Region of Interest | B | M | PW<br>Doppler | CW<br>Doppler | Color<br>Doppler | Color M<br>Doppler | Power<br>Doppler | Combined<br>Modes | Harmonic<br>Imaging | Coded<br>Pulse | Other<br>[Notes] |
| Ophthalmic | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Fetal / Obstetrics[7] | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | [5,6] |
| Abdominal[1] | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | [5,6] |
| Pediatric | E | E | E | E | E | E | E | E | E | E | [5,6] |
| Small Organ[2] | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Neonatal Cephalic | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Adult Cephalic | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Cardiac[3] | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Peripheral Vascular | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Musculo-skeletal Conventional | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | [5,6] |
| Musculo-skeletal Superficial | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Other | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Exam Type, Means of Access | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Transesophageal | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Transrectal | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Transvaginal | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Transuretheral | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Intraoperative | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Intraoperative Neurological | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Intravascular | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Laparoscopic | | | | | | | | | | | |
N = new indication; P = previously cleared by FDA; E = added under Appendix E
Notes: [1] Abdominal includes renal, GYN/Pelvic, Urology
[5] 3D/4D Imaging Mode
[6] Includes imaging of guidance of biopsy (3D/4D)
[7] Includes infertility monitoring of follicle development
[*] Combined modes are B/M, B/Color M, B/PWD or CWD, B/Color/PWD or CWD, B/Power/PWD.
(PLEASE DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE - CONTINUE ON ANOTHER PAGE IF NEEDED)
510(k) Number _
Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)
(Division Sign-Off)
Division of Reproductive, Abdominal,
and Radiological Devices
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### Diagnostic Ultrasound Indications for Use Form
### GE Voluson E8 with RIC5-9-D Transducer
Intended Use: Diagnostic ultrasound imaging or fluid flow analysis of the human body as follows:
| | Mode of Operation | | | | | | | | | | |
|----------------------------------------------------|-------------------|---|---------------|---------------|------------------|--------------------|------------------|-------------------|---------------------|----------------|------------------|
| Clinical Application<br>Anatomy/Region of Interest | B | M | PW<br>Doppler | CW<br>Doppler | Color<br>Doppler | Color M<br>Doppler | Power<br>Doppler | Combined<br>Modes | Harmonic<br>Imaging | Coded<br>Pulse | Other<br>[Notes] |
| Ophthalmic | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Fetal / Obstetrics[7] | P | P | P | | P | P | P | P | P | P | [5,6] |
| Abdominal[1] | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Pediatric | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Small Organ[2] | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Neonatal Cephalic | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Adult Cephalic | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Cardiac[3] | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Peripheral Vascular | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Musculo-skeletal Conventional | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Musculo-skeletal Superficial | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Other | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Exam Type, Means of Access | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Transesophageal | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Transrectal[8] | P | P | P | | P | P | P | P | P | P | [5,6] |
| Transvaginal | P | P | P | | P | P | P | P | P | P | [5,6] |
| Transuretheral | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Intraoperative | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Intraoperative Neurological | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Intravascular | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Laparoscopic | | | | | | | | | | | |
N = new indication; P = previously cleared by FDA; E = added under Appendix E
Notes: [5] 3D/4D Imaging Mode
[6] Includes imaging of quidance of biopsy (3D/4D)
[7] Includes infertility monitoring of follicle development
[8] Includes urology/prostate
[*] Combined modes are B/M, B/Color M, B/PWD or CWD, B/Color/PWD or CWD, B/Power/PWD.
(PLEASE DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE - CONTINUE ON ANOTHER PAGE IF NEEDED)
Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)
(Division Sign-Off)
Division of Reproductive, Abdominal,
Prescription User (Per 21 CFR 801.109) and Radiological Devices 12061682
510(k) Number
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### GE Voluson E8 with RNA5-9-D Transducer
Intended Use: Diagnostic ultrasound imaging or fluid flow analysis of the human body as follows:
| | Mode of Operation | | | | | | | | | | |
|----------------------------------------------------|-------------------|---|---------------|---------------|------------------|--------------------|------------------|-------------------|---------------------|----------------|------------------|
| Clinical Application<br>Anatomy/Region of Interest | B | M | PW<br>Doppler | CW<br>Doppler | Color<br>Doppler | Color M<br>Doppler | Power<br>Doppler | Combined<br>Modes | Harmonic<br>Imaging | Coded<br>Pulse | Other<br>(Notes) |
| Ophthalmic | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Fetal / Obstetrics[7] | P | P | P | E | P | P | P | P | P | P | [5,6] |
| Abdominal[1] | P | P | P | E | P | P | P | P | P | P | [5,6] |
| Pediatric | P | P | P | E | P | P | P | P | P | P | [5,6] |
| Small Organ[2] | P | P | P | E | P | P | P | P | P | P | [5,6] |
| Neonatal Cephalic | P | P | P | E | P | P | P | P | P | P | [5] |
| Adult Cephalic | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Cardiac[3] | P | P | P | E | P | P | P | P | P | P | [5] |
| Peripheral Vascular | P | P | P | E | P | P | P | P | P | P | [5,6] |
| Musculo-skeletal Conventional | P | P | P | E | P | P | P | P | P | P | [5,6] |
| Musculo-skeletal Superficial | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Other | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Exam Type, Means of Access | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Transesophageal | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Transrectal[8] | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Transvaginal | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Transuretheral | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Intraoperative | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Intraoperative Neurological | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Intravascular | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Laparoscopic | | | | | | | | | | | |
N = new indication; P = previously cleared by FDA; E = added under Appendix E
Notes: [1] Abdominal is Neonatal and pediatric
[2] Small organ includes breast, testes, thyroid, salivary gland, lymph nodes, pediatric and neonatal patients [3] Cardiac is Neonatal and Pediatric.
[5] 3D/4D Imaging Mode
[6] Includes imaging of guidance of biopsy (3D/4D)
[*] Combined modes are B/M, B/Color M, B/PWD or CWD, B/Color/PWD or CWD, B/Power/PWD.
(Please DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE - CONTINUE ON ANOTHER PAGE IF NEEDED)
Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)
Daniel A. Seymore
(Division Sign-Off) Division of Reproductive, Abdom and Radiological Devices 510(k) Number _
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### Diagnostic Ultrasound Indications for Use Form
### GE Voluson E8 with RRE6-10-D Transducer
Intended Use: Diagnostic ultrasound imaging or fluid flow analysis of the human body as follows:
| | Mode of Operation | | | | | | | | | | | |
|----------------------------------------------------|-------------------|---|---------------|---------------|------------------|--------------------|------------------|-------------------|---------------------|----------------|------------------|-------|
| Clinical Application<br>Anatomy/Region of Interest | B | M | PW<br>Doppler | CW<br>Doppler | Color<br>Doppler | Color M<br>Doppler | Power<br>Doppler | Combined<br>Modes | Harmonic<br>Imaging | Coded<br>Pulse | Other<br>[Notes] | |
| Ophthalmic | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Fetal / Obstetrics[7] | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Abdominal[1] | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Pediatric | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Small Organ[2] | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Neonatal Cephalic | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Adult Cephalic | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Cardiac[3] | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Peripheral Vascular | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Musculo-skeletal Conventional | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Musculo-skeletal Superficial | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Other | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Exam Type, Means of Access | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Transesophageal | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Transrectal[8] | P | P | P | | P | P | P | P | P | P | | [5,6] |
| Transvaginal | E | E | E | | E | E | E | E | E | E | | [5,6] |
| Transuretheral | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Intraoperative | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Intraoperative Neurological | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Intravascular | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Laparoscopic | | | | | | | | | | | | |
N = new indication; P = previously cleared by FDA; E = added under Appendix E
Notes: [5] 3D/4D Imaging Mode
[6] Includes imaging of guidance of biopsy (3D/4D)
[8] Includes urology/prostate
[*] Combined modes are B/M, B/Color M, B/PWD or CWD, B/Color/PWD or CWD, B/Power/PWD.
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Prescription User (Per 21 CFR 801.109)
Prescription User (Per 21 CFR 801.109)
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### GE Voluson E8 with AB2-7-D Transducer
Intended Use: Diagnostic ultrasound imaging or fluid flow analysis of the human body as follows:
| | Mode of Operation | | | | | | | | | | |
|----------------------------------------------------|-------------------|---|---------------|---------------|------------------|--------------------|------------------|-------------------|---------------------|----------------|------------------|
| Clinical Application<br>Anatomy/Region of Interest | B | M | PW<br>Doppler | CW<br>Doppler | Color<br>Doppler | Color M<br>Doppler | Power<br>Doppler | Combined<br>Modes | Harmonic<br>Imaging | Coded<br>Pulse | Other<br>(Notes) |
| Ophthalmic | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Fetal / Obstetrics[7] | P | P | P | | P | P | P | P | P | P | [6] |
| Abdominal[1] | P | P | P | | P | P | P | P | P | P | [6] |
| Pediatric | P | P | P | | P | P | P | P | P | P | [6] |
| Small Organ[2] | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Neonatal Cephalic | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Adult Cephalic | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Cardiac[3] | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Peripheral Vascular | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Musculo-skeletal Conventional | P | P | P | | P | P | P | P | P | P | [6] |
| Musculo-skeletal Superficial | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Other | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Exam Type, Means of Access | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Transesophageal | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Transrectal | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Transvaginal | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Transuretheral | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Intraoperative | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Intraoperative Neurological | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Intravascular | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Laparoscopic | | | | | | | | | | | |
N = new indication; P = previously cleared by FDA; E = added under Appendix E
Notes: [1] Abdominal includes renal, GYN/Pelvic, Urology
[6] Includes imaging of guidance of biopsy (2D)
[7] Includes infertility monitoring of follicle development
[*] Combined modes are B/M, B/Color M, B/PWD or CWD, B/Color/PWD or CWD, B/Power/PWD.
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David R. Seggerman
(Division Sign-Off) Division of Reproductive, Abdon and Radiological Devices 510(k) Number _
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#### Diagnostic Ultrasound Indications for Use Form
### GE Voluson E8 with 4C-D Transducer
Intended Use: Diagnostic ultrasound imaging or fluid flow analysis of the human body as follows:
| | Mode of Operation | | | | | | | | | | | |
|----------------------------------------------------|-------------------|---|---------------|---------------|------------------|--------------------|------------------|-------------------|---------------------|----------------|------------------|--|
| Clinical Application<br>Anatomy/Region of Interest | B | M | PW<br>Doppler | CW<br>Doppler | Color<br>Doppler | Color M<br>Doppler | Power<br>Doppler | Combined<br>Modes | Harmonic<br>Imaging | Coded<br>Pulse | Other<br>[Notes] | |
| Ophthalmic | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Fetal / Obstetrics[7] | P | P | P | E | P | P | P | P | P | P | [6] | |
| Abdominal[1] | P | P | P | E | P | P | P | P | P | P | [6] | |
| Pediatric | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Small Organ[2] | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Neonatal Cephalic | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Adult Cephalic | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Cardiac[3] | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Peripheral Vascular | P | P | P | E | P | P | P | P | P | P | [6] | |
| Musculo-skeletal Conventional | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Musculo-skeletal Superficial | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Other | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Exam Type, Means of Access | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Transesophageal | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Transrectal | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Transvaginal | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Transuretheral | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Intraoperative | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Intraoperative Neurological | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Intravascular | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Laparoscopic | | | | | | | | | | | | |
N = new indication; P = previously cleared by FDA; E = added under Appendix E
Notes: [1] Abdominal includes renal, GYN/Pelvic, Urology
[6] Includes imaging of guidance of biopsy (2D)
[7] Includes infertility monitoring of follicle development
[*] Combined modes are B/M, B/Color M, B/PWD or CWD, B/Color/PWD or CWD, B/Power/PWD.
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David A. Swanson
(Division Sign-Off) Division of Reproductive, Abdomir and Radiological Devices 510(k) Number
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### GE Voluson E8 with IC5-9-D Transducer
Intended Use: Diagnostic ultrasound imaging or fluid flow analysis of the human body as follows:
| | Mode of Operation | | | | | | | | | | |
|----------------------------------------------------|-------------------|---|---------------|---------------|------------------|--------------------|------------------|-------------------|---------------------|----------------|------------------|
| Clinical Application<br>Anatomy/Region of Interest | B | M | PW<br>Doppler | CW<br>Doppler | Color<br>Doppler | Color M<br>Doppler | Power<br>Doppler | Combined<br>Modes | Harmonic<br>Imaging | Coded<br>Pulse | Other<br>[Notes] |
| Ophthalmic | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Fetal / Obstetrics[7] | P | P | P | | P | P | P | P | P | P | [6] |
| Abdominal[1] | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Pediatric | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Small Organ[2] | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Neonatal Cephalic | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Adult Cephalic | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Cardiac[3] | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Peripheral Vascular | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Musculo-skeletal Conventional | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Musculo-skeletal Superficial | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Other | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Exam Type, Means of Access | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Transesophageal | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Transrectal[8] | P | P | P | | P | P | P | P | P | P | [6] |
| Transvaginal | P | P | P | | P | P | P | P | P | P | [6] |
| Transuretheral | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Intraoperative | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Intraoperative Neurological | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Intravascular | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Laparoscopic | | | | | | | | | | | |
N = new indication; P = previously cleared by FDA; E = added under Appendix E
Notes: {6} Includes imaging of guidance of biopsy (2D)
[7] Includes infertility monitoring of follicle development
[8] Includes urology/prostate
[*] Combined modes are B/M, B/Color M, B/PWD or CWD, B/Color/PWD or CWD, B/Power/PWD.
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Daniel h. Sprom
(Division Sign-Off) Division of Reproductive, Abdominal, and Radiological Devices 510(k) Number __
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### GE Voluson E8 with PA6-8-D Transducer
Intended Use: Diagnostic ultrasound imaging or fluid flow analysis of the human body as follows:
| | Mode of Operation | | | | | | | | | | | |
|----------------------------------------------------|-------------------|---|---------------|---------------|------------------|--------------------|------------------|-------------------|---------------------|----------------|------------------|--|
| Clinical Application<br>Anatomy/Region of Interest | B | M | PW<br>Doppler | CW<br>Doppler | Color<br>Doppler | Color M<br>Doppler | Power<br>Doppler | Combined<br>Modes | Harmonic<br>Imaging | Coded<br>Pulse | Other<br>[Notes] | |
| Ophthalmic | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Fetal / Obstetrics[7] | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Abdominal[1] | E | E | E | E | E | E | E | E | E | E | | |
| Pediatric | E | E | E | E | E | E | E | E | E | E | | |
| Small Organ[2] | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Neonatal Cephalic | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | | |
| Adult Cephalic | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Cardiac[3] | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | | |
| Peripheral Vascular | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Musculo-skeletal Conventional | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Musculo-skeletal Superficial | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Other[4] | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Exam Type, Means of Access | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Transesophageal | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Transrectal[8] | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Transvaginal | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Transuretheral | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Intraoperative | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Intraoperative Neurological | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Intravascular | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Laparoscopic | | | | | | | | | | | | |
N = new indication; P = previously cleared by FDA; E = added under Appendix E
Notes: [1] Abdominal is Neonatal , pediatric and obstetrics
[3] Cardiac is Adult and Pediatric.
[*] Combined modes are B/M, B/Color M, B/PWD or CWD, B/Color/PWD or CWD, B/Power/PWD.
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David R. Ingram
(Division Sign-Off) Division of Reproductive, Abdo and Radiological Devices 510(k) Number __
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#### Diagnostic Ultrasound Indications for Use Form
### GE Voluson E8 with SP10-16-D Transducer
Intended Use: Diagnostic ultrasound imaging or fluid flow analysis of the human body as follows:
| | Mode of Operation | | | | | | | | | | |
|----------------------------------------------------|-------------------|---|---------------|---------------|------------------|--------------------|------------------|-------------------|---------------------|----------------|------------------|
| Clinical Application<br>Anatomy/Region of Interest | B | M | PW<br>Doppler |…
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.