Diagnostic ultrasound imaging or fluid flow analysis of the human body as follows: Fetal (Obstetrics); Abdominal (including renal and GYN/pelvic); Pediatric; Small Organ (breast, testes, thyroid, salivary gland, lymph nodes, pediatric and neonatal patients); Neonatal Cephalic; Cardiac (adult and pediatric); Peripheral Vascular (PV); Musculo-skeletal Conventional and Superficial; Transrectal (Including Urology and Prostate) (TR); Transvaginal (TV).
Device Story
Mobile ultrasound console with keyboard, color LCD, and DICOM networking; utilizes linear, curved linear, and matrix phased array transducers for real-time 2D/3D/4D imaging. Operates by emitting ultrasonic pulses and processing echoes to visualize anatomy and blood flow. Used by clinicians in clinical settings for general radiology and OB/GYN exams. Includes IOTA LR2 model for GYN measurements and SIM card for wireless image/text transmission. Output displayed on screen for diagnostic assessment and biopsy guidance; aids clinical decision-making by providing real-time anatomical visualization and quantitative measurements.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical studies required; substantial equivalence supported by bench testing, including acoustic output, biocompatibility, cleaning/disinfection effectiveness, and thermal/electrical/electromagnetic safety verification.
Technological Characteristics
Mobile console with color LCD; uses linear, curved linear, and matrix phased array transducers. Features STB MLA4 beamformer. Connectivity via DICOM and wireless SIM (MMS/SMS). Complies with AAMI/ANSI ES60601-1, IEC60601-1-2, IEC60601-2-37, NEMA UD 2/3, and ISO 10993-1. Biocompatible patient-contact materials.
Indications for Use
Indicated for diagnostic ultrasound imaging and fluid flow analysis in fetal/OB, abdominal, pediatric, small organ, neonatal/adult cephalic, cardiac, peripheral vascular, musculoskeletal, transrectal, and transvaginal applications. Includes biopsy guidance.
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.
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
April 26, 2016
GE Healthcare % Ms. Tracey Ortiz Regulatory Affairs Director 9900 W. Innovation Drive WAUWATOSA WI 53226
Re: K160162
Trade/Device Name: Voluson P6 / Voluson P8 Ultrasound Systems Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.1550 Regulation Name: Ultrasonic pulsed doppler imaging system Regulatory Class: II Product Code: IYN, IYO, ITX Dated: March 31, 2016 Received: April 1, 2016
Dear Ms. Ortiz:
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device referenced above and 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) that do not require approval of a premarket approval application (PMA). 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. Please note: CDRH does not evaluate information related to contract liability warranties. We remind you, however, that device labeling must be truthful and not misleading.
If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to 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); medical device reporting (reporting of medical device-related adverse events) (21 CFR 803); 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.
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If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801), please contact the Division of Industry and Consumer Education at its toll-free number (800) 638 2041 or (301) 796-7100 or at its Internet address
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Sincerely yours.
Michael D'Hara
For
Robert Ochs, Ph.D. Director Division of Radiological Health Office of In Vitro Diagnostics and Radiological Health Center for Devices and Radiological Health
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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Food and Drug Administration Indications for Use
Form Approved: OMB No. 0910-0120 Expiration Date: January 31, 2017 See PRA Statement on last page.
510(k) Number (if known) 6016
Device Name Voluson P6 / Voluson P8
Indications for Use (Describe)
The device is a general-purpose ultrasound system. Specific clinical applications and exam types include: Fetal (Obsternes); Abdominal (including renal and GYN/pelvic); Pediatic; Small Organ (breast, testes, thyroid, salivary gland, Jymph nodes, pediatic and neonatal patients); Neonatal Cephalic; Cardiac (adult and pediatric); Peripheral Vascular (PV); Musculo-sketal Conventional and Superficial; Transrectal (Including Urology and Prostate) (TR); Transvaginal (TV).
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
[ ] Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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FOR FDA USE ONLY
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[x] Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
FORM FDA 3881 (1/14)
PSC Publishing Services (301) 443-6740
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## Diagnostic Ultrasound Indications for Use Form
Voluson P6 / Voluson P8 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 | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | [5,6] |
| 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 | [6] |
| Pediatric | P | P | P | | P | P | P | P | P | P | [6] |
| Small Organ[2] | P | P | P | | P | P | P | P | P | P | [6] |
| Neonatal Cephalic | P | P | P | | P | P | P | P | P | P | [6] |
| Adult Cephalic | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | [6] |
| Cardiac[3] | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | [6] |
| Peripheral Vascular | P | P | P | | P | P | P | P | P | P | [6] |
| Musculo-skeletal Conventional | P | P | P | | P | P | P | P | P | P | [5,6] |
| Musculo-skeletal Superficial | P | P | P | | P | P | P | P | P | P | [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 | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Intraoperative Neurological | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Intravascular | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Laparoscopic | | | | | | | | | | | |
N = new indication; P = previously cleared by FDA
[1] Abdominal includes renal, GYN/Pelvic Notes:
[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, B/Color/PWD, B/PWD
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### Diagnostic Ultrasound Indications for Use Form
Voluson P6 / Voluson P8 with IC9-RS 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 Doppler | CW Doppler | Color Doppler | Color M Doppler | Power Doppler | Combined Modes* | Harmonic Imaging | Coded Pulse | Other [Notes] | |
| Ophthalmic | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Fetal / Obstetrics[7] | N | N | N | | N | N | N | N | N | N | [ 6] | |
| Abdominal[1] | N | N | N | | N | N | N | N | N | N | [ 6] | |
| 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] | N | N | N | | N | N | N | N | N | N | [ 6] | |
| Transvaginal[10] | N | N | N | | N | N | N | N | N | N | [ 6] | |
| Transuretheral | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Intraoperative | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Intraoperative Neurological | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Intravascular | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Laparoscopic | | | | | | | | | | | | |
N = new indication; P = previously cleared by FDA
[1] Abdominal includes renal, GYN/Pelvic Notes:
[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, B/Color/PWD, B/PWD
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#### Diagnostic Ultrasound Indications for Use Form
Voluson P6 / Voluson P8 with 4C-RS 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 | P | P | P | | P | P | P | P | P | P | [6] |
| Musculo-skeletal Conventional | P | P | P | | P | P | P | P | P | P | [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
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, B/Color/PWD, B/PWD
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### Diagnostic Ultrasound Indications for Use Form
Voluson P6 / Voluson P8 with E8C-RS 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 | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Small Organ[2] | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Neonatal Cephalic | P | P | P | | P | P | P | P | P | P | [6] | |
| 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
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, B/Color/PWD, B/PWD
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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of In Vitro Diagnostics and Radiological Health (OIR)
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### Diagnostic Ultrasound Indications for Use Form
Voluson P6 / Voluson P8 with 12L-RS 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 | P | P | P | | P | P | P | P | P | P | [6] | |
| Small Organ[2] | P | P | P | | P | P | P | P | P | P | [6] | |
| Neonatal Cephalic | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Adult Cephalic | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Cardiac[3] | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Peripheral Vascular | P | P | P | | P | P | P | P | P | P | [6] | |
| Musculo-skeletal Conventional | P | P | P | | P | P | P | P | P | P | [6] | |
| Musculo-skeletal Superficial | P | P | P | | P | P | P | P | P | P | [6] | |
| Other | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Exam Type, Means of Access | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Transesophageal | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Transrectal[8] | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Transvaginal | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Transuretheral | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Intraoperative | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Intraoperative Neurological | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Intravascular | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Laparoscopic | | | | | | | | | | | | |
N = new indication; P = previously cleared by FDA
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, B/Color/PWD, B/PWD
(PLEASE DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE - CONTINUE ON ANOTHER PAGE IF NEEDED)
Concurrence of CDRH, Office of In Vitro Diagnostics and Radiological Health (OIR)
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### Diagnostic Ultrasound Indications for Use Form
Voluson P6 / Voluson P8 with 3Sc-RS Transducer
Intended Use: Diagnostic ultrasound imaging or fluid flow analysis of the human body as follows:
| 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 | [6] |
| Abdominal[1] | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | [6] |
| Pediatric | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | [6] |
| Small Organ[2] | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Neonatal Cephalic | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Adult Cephalic | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | [6] |
| Cardiac[3] | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | [6] |
| Peripheral Vascular | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Musculo-skeletal Conventional | | | | | | | | | | | |
| 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
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, B/Color/PWD, B/PWD
(PLEASE DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE - CONTINUE ON ANOTHER PAGE IF NEEDED)
Concurrence of CDRH, Office of In Vitro Diagnostics and Radiological Health (OIR)
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#### Diagnostic Ultrasound Indications for Use Form
#### Voluson P6 / Voluson P8 with RIC5-9A-RS 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] | N | N | N | N | N | N | N | N | N | N | [5,6] |
| Abdominal[1] | N | N | N | N | N | N | N | N | N | N | [5,6] |
| 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] | N | N | N | N | N | N | N | N | N | N | [5,6] |
| Transvaginal | N | N | N | N | N | N | N | N | N | N | [5,6] |
| Transuretheral | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Intraoperative | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Intraoperative Neurological | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Intravascular | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Laparoscopic | | | | | | | | | | | |
N = new indication; P = previously cleared by FDA
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, B/Color/PWD, B/PWD
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### Diagnostic Ultrasound Indications for Use Form
#### Voluson P6 / Voluson P8 with RAB2-6-RS 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[8] | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Transvaginal | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Transuretheral | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Intraoperative | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Intraoperative Neurological | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Intravascular | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Laparoscopic | | | | | | | | | | | |
N = new indication; P = previously cleared by FDA
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, B/Color/PWD, B/PWD
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## 510(k) Summary
In accordance with 21 CFR 807.92 the following summary of information is provided:
| Date: | January 26, 2016 |
|----------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Submitter: | GE Healthcare<br>9900 Innovation Dr<br>Wauwatosa, WI 53226 |
| Primary Contact Person: | Tracey Ortiz<br>Regulatory Affairs Director<br>GE Healthcare<br>T:(262)676-6120<br>F:(414)918-8275 |
| Secondary Contact Person: | Chan Sook Kim<br>Regulatory Affairs Leader<br>GE Healthcare<br>T: +82 31 740 6307<br>F: +82 31 740 6431 |
| Device:<br>Trade Name: | Voluson P6 / Voluson P8 Ultrasound Systems |
| Common/Usual Name: | Ultrasound system |
| Classification Names:<br>Product Code: | Class II<br>Ultrasonic Pulsed Doppler Imaging System. 21CFR 892.1550 90-IYN<br>Ultrasonic Pulsed Echo Imaging System, 21CFR 892.1560, 90-IYO<br>Diagnostic Ultrasound Transducer, 21 CFR 892.1570, 90-ITX |
| Predicate Device(s): | K141675 Voluson P Series; Voluson P6/P8 Diagnostic<br>Ultrasound System |
| | K152567 Voluson E Series; E6/E8/E10 Diagnostic Ultrasound<br>System |
| | K142472 Voluson E Series; E6/E8/E10 Diagnostic Ultrasound<br>System |
| Device Description: | The systems are full-featured Track 3 ultrasound systems,<br>primarily for general radiology use and specialized for OB/GYN<br>with particular features for realtime 3D/4D acquisition. They<br>consist of a mobile console with keyboard control panel; color<br>LCD display, color video display and optional image storage and<br>printing devices. They provide high performance ultrasound<br>imaging and analysis and have comprehensive networking and<br>DICOM capability. They utilize a variety of linear, curved linear.<br>matrix phased array transducers including mechanical and |
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electronic scanning transducers, which provide accurate realtime three dimensional imaging supporting all standard acquisition modes.
The device is a general purpose ultrasound system. Intended Use: Specific clinical applications remain the same as previously cleared: Fetal/OB; Abdominal (including renal and GYN/pelvic); Pediatric; Small Organ (breast, testes, thyroid, salivary gland, lymph nodes, pediatric and neonatal patients); Neonatal and Adult Cephalic; Cardiac (adult and pediatric); Peripheral Vascular (PV); Musculo-skeletal Conventional and Superficial; Transrectal (Including Urology and Prostate) (TR); Transvaginal (TV).
The Voluson P6 / Voluson P8 employs the same fundamental Technology: scientific technology as its predicate devices.
#### Determination of Comparison to Predicates
Substantial Equivalence: The Voluson P6 / Voluson P8 is substantially equivalent to the predicate devices with regards to intended use, imaging capabilities, technologicial characteristics and safety and effectiveness.
- The systems are all intended for diagnostic ultrasound imaging and fluid flow analysis.
- The Voluson P6 / Voluson P8 and predicate Voluson P Series systems have the same clinical intended use.
- . The Voluson P6 / Voluson P8 and predicate Voluson P Series systems have the same imaging modes.
- The Voluson P6 / Voluson P8 and predicate Voluson P Series systems transducers are identical except for the removal of two transducers for RIC5-9W-RS and RAB2-5-RS; the addition of two new transducers IC9-RS (similar to IC9-D on predicate Voluson E Series K152567), and RIC5-9A-RS (similar to RIC5-9W-RS on predicate Voluson P Series K141675)
- The Voluson P6 / Voluson P8 and predicate Voluson P Series systems have the same indications for use.
- . The systems are manufactured with materials which have been evaluated and found to be safe for the intended use of the device.
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- . The systems have acoustic power levels which are below the applicable FDA limits.
- . The Voluson P6 / Voluson P8 and predicate Voluson P Series systems have similar capability in terms of performing measurements, capturing digital images, reviewing and reporting studies.
- The Voluson P6 / Voluson P8 and predicate systems have been designed in compliance with approved electrical and physical safety standards.
- The Voluson P6 / Voluson P8 adds a SIM card to the system to allow users to send images and text via MMS SMS wirelessly (previously cleared with K142472).
- The Voluson P6 / Voluson P8 adds a GYN measurement ● tool created by IOTA Group called IOTA LR2 model (previously cleared with K142472).
- The proposed Voluson P6 / Voluson P8 beam former has ● changed to STB MLA4 (previously cleared with K152567 / K142472).
## Summary of Non-Clinical Tests:
The device has been evaluated for acoustic output, biocompatibility, cleaning and disinfection effectiveness as well as thermal, electrical, electromagnetic, and mechanical safety, and has been found to conform to applicable medical device safety standards. The Voluson P6 / Voluson P8 and its applications comply with voluntary standards:
- . AAMI/ANSI ES60601-1, Medical Electrical Equipment -Part 1: General Requirements for Safety, 2005/C1:2012
- IEC60601-1-2, Medical Electrical Equipment Part 1-. 2:General Requirements for Safety - Collateral Standard: Electromagnetic Compatibility Requirements and Tests 2007
- . IEC60601-2-37, Medical Electrical Equipment - Part 2-37:Particular Requirements for the Safety of Ultrasonic Medical Diagnostic and Monitoring Equipment, 2007
- NEMA UD 3, Standard for Real Time Display of Thermal . and Mechanical Acoustic Output Indices on Diagnostic Ultrasound Equipment:2004
- ISO10993-1, Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices-●
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Part 1: Evaluation and Testing- Third Edition, 2009
- . NEMA UD 2, Acoustic Output Measurement Standard for Diagnostic Ultrasound Equipment:2004
- . ISO14971, Application of risk management to medical devices: Second edition 2007
- NEMA PS 3.1 - 3.20 (2011), Digital Imaging and Communications in Medicine (DICOM) Set. (Radiology)
The following quality assurance measures were applied to the development of the system:
- Risk Analysis ●
- Requirements Reviews
- . Design Reviews
- Testing on unit level (Module verification)
- Integration testing (System verification)
- Performance testing (Verification)
- Safety testing (Verification) ●
Transducer materials and other patient contact materials are biocompatible.
#### Summary of Clinical Tests:
The subject of this premarket submission, Voluson P6 / Voluson P8, did not require clinical studies to support substantial equivalence.
- GE Healthcare considers the Voluson P6 / Voluson P8 to be as Conclusion: safe, as effective, and performance is substantially equivalent to the predicate device(s).
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.