← Product Code [ITX](/submissions/RA/subpart-b%E2%80%94diagnostic-devices/ITX) · K992178 # BALLOON FOR ULTRASONIC ENDOSCOPES (K992178) _N.M. Beale Co., Inc. · ITX · May 12, 2000 · Radiology · SESE_ **Canonical URL:** https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/RA/subpart-b%E2%80%94diagnostic-devices/ITX/K992178 ## Device Facts - **Applicant:** N.M. Beale Co., Inc. - **Product Code:** [ITX](/submissions/RA/subpart-b%E2%80%94diagnostic-devices/ITX.md) - **Decision Date:** May 12, 2000 - **Decision:** SESE - **Submission Type:** Traditional - **Regulation:** 21 CFR 892.1570 - **Device Class:** Class 2 - **Review Panel:** Radiology ## Intended Use For Endoscopic Ultrasound Applications using the Balloon Method in the Upper or Lower Gastrointestinal Tract. ## Device Story The Endoscopic Ultrasound Balloon is a single-use accessory designed for use with endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) equipment. It is placed over the tip of an endoscope to facilitate acoustic coupling between the transducer and the gastrointestinal wall. The balloon is filled with water or saline to create a fluid-filled interface, which improves image quality by eliminating air gaps and allowing for clear visualization of the GI tract layers and surrounding structures. It is intended for use by trained physicians in clinical settings during diagnostic or therapeutic endoscopic procedures. The device aids in the accurate assessment of lesions, masses, or anatomical structures, potentially improving diagnostic precision and clinical decision-making for patient management. ## Clinical Evidence No clinical data provided; bench testing only. ## Technological Characteristics Latex-free material construction. Designed for use as an endoscopic ultrasound accessory. Functions as a fluid-filled coupling interface for ultrasound transducers. Form factor is a balloon attachment for endoscope tips. ## Regulatory Identification A diagnostic ultrasonic transducer is a device made of a piezoelectric material that converts electrical signals into acoustic signals and acoustic signals into electrical signals and intended for use in diagnostic ultrasonic medical devices. Accessories of this generic type of device may include transmission media for acoustically coupling the transducer to the body surface, such as acoustic gel, paste, or a flexible fluid container. ## Submission Summary (Full Text) > This content was OCRed from public FDA records by [Innolitics](https://innolitics.com). If you use, quote, summarize, crawl, or train on this content, cite Innolitics at https://innolitics.com. > > Innolitics is a medical-device software consultancy. 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Beale President N.M. Beale Co. 89 Olde Shirley Road Harvard, MA 01451 Re: K992178 Endoscopic Ultrasound Balloon Dated: March 2, 2000 Received: March 10, 2000 Regulatory class: II 21 CFR 892.1570/Procode: 90 ITX Dear Mr. Beale: We have reviewed your Section 510(k) notification of intent to market the device referenced above and we have determined the vice is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to legally marketed predicate devices ree for to tabolance commerce pror to May 28, 1976, the enactment date of the Medical Device Amendments, or to devices that manked in mitchate Onlinero 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. 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Schultz, M.D. Captain, USPHS Director, Division of Reproductive, Abdominal, and Radiological Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health Enclosure(s) {1}------------------------------------------------ Page 1 of 1 510(k) Number (If known)_K992178 Endoscopic Ultrasound Balloon Device Name: Latex Free Indications For Use: For Endoscopic Ultrasound Applications using the Balloon Method in the Upper or Lower Gastrointestinal Tract. | (PLEASE DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE-CONTINUE ON | | |--------------------------------------------------|--| | ANOTHER PAGE IF NEEDED) | | ( ) R Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE) Prescription Use (Per 21 CFR 801.109) Over-The Counter Use (Optional Format 1-2-9) (Division Sign-Off) (Division of Reproductive, Abdominal, ENT, and Radiological Devices 20000000 --- **Source:** [https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/RA/subpart-b%E2%80%94diagnostic-devices/ITX/K992178](https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/RA/subpart-b%E2%80%94diagnostic-devices/ITX/K992178) **Published by [Innolitics](https://innolitics.com)** — a medical-device software consultancy. 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