K192573 · Dolphin Medical Imaging, LLC · IYO · Nov 19, 2019 · Radiology
Device Facts
Record ID
K192573
Device Name
Dolphin Medical Imaging USB Ultrasound System
Applicant
Dolphin Medical Imaging, LLC
Product Code
IYO · Radiology
Decision Date
Nov 19, 2019
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 892.1560
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Pediatric, 3rd-Party Reviewed
Indications for Use
The Dolphin Medical Imaging USB Ultrasound System is intended for diagnostic ultrasound imaging in B mode. It is indicated for diagnostic ultrasound imaging in the following applications: - Fetal/Obstetric - Abdominal Pediatric - Small Organ - Musculo-skeletal (conventional) - Musculo-skeletal (superficial) - Urology - Gynecology - Pelvic Floor - Neuro-muscular - Peripheral Vessel The system is intended for use by trained registered nurses and other trained healthcare professionals in a professional healthcare environment.
Device Story
Portable, solid-state ultrasound imaging system; utilizes FDA-cleared Interson SP-L01 USB probe (K163443) connected to PC via USB 2.0. System includes ultrasound generator/receiver, analog-to-digital converter, microcontroller, and control logic. Software runs on Windows 10, providing task-oriented GUI for peripheral and central venous access. Operator adjusts gain, depth, and freeze/unfreeze functions via software interface. B-mode images displayed on PC monitor; assists clinicians in visualizing anatomy for diagnostic purposes. Benefits include high-resolution, high-penetration imaging for various clinical applications.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Bench testing only. Compliance with NEMA UD 2-2004, IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-2-37, IEC 60601-1-2, IEC 60601-1-6, ISO 14971, and ISO 10993 (biocompatibility) demonstrated.
Technological Characteristics
Solid-state linear array transducer; USB 2.0 connectivity; Windows 10-based software platform. Operates in B-mode. Complies with AAMI ANSI ES60601-1:2005, IEC 60601-2-37, IEC 60601-1-2, and ISO 10993-5/10. Non-sterile. No wireless networking or measurement functions.
Indications for Use
Indicated for diagnostic ultrasound imaging in B-mode for fetal/obstetric, abdominal pediatric, small organ, musculoskeletal (conventional/superficial), urology, gynecology, pelvic floor, neuromuscular, and peripheral vessel applications. Intended for use by trained registered nurses and healthcare professionals in professional healthcare settings.
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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November 19, 2019
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Dolphin Medical Imaging, LLC % Mr. Prithul Bom Responsible Third Party Official Regulatory Technology Services, LLC 1000 Westgate Drive, Suite 510k SAINT PAUL MN 55114
#### Re: K192573
Trade/Device Name: Dolphin Medical Imaging USB Ultrasound System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.1560 Regulation Name: Ultrasonic pulsed echo imaging system Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: IYO, ITX Dated: November 8, 2019 Received: November 12, 2019
Dear Ms. Bom:
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. Although this letter refers to your product as a device, please be aware that some cleared products may instead be combination products. The 510(k) Premarket Notification Database located at https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfpmn/pmn.cfm identifies combination product submissions. 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.
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Sincerely,
For
Thalia T. Mills, Ph.D. Director Division of Radiological Health OHT7: Office of In Vitro Diagnostics and Radiological Health Office of Product Evaluation and Quality Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K192573
Device Name
Dolphin Medical Imaging USB Ultrasound System
Indications for Use (Describe)
The Dolphin Medical Imaging USB Ultrasound System is intended for diagnostic ultrasound imaging in B mode. It is indicated for diagnostic ultrasound imaging in the following applications:
- · Fetal/Obstetric
- Abdominal Pediatric
- · Small Organ
- · Musculo-skeletal (conventional)
- · Musculo-skeletal (superficial)
- · Urology
- · Gynecology
- · Pelvic Floor
- · Neuro-muscular
- · Peripheral Vessel
The system is intended for use by trained registered nurses and other trained healthcare professional healthcare environment.
| Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable) |
|-------------------------------------------------|
|-------------------------------------------------|
X Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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# 510(k) Summary
Provided in accordance with 21CFR 807.92 (c).
#### Submitter Information – 21 CFR 807.92 (a)(1)
| Date of submission: | November 18, 2019 |
|------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Submitter information: | Dolphin Medical Imaging, LLC<br>161 Dawn River<br>Folsom, CA 95630 |
| Contact Person: | Brian Heaney<br>Chief Executive Officer<br>Dolphin Medical Imaging<br>161 Dawn River Way<br>Folsom, CA 95630<br>919.450.7668<br>brian.heaney@dolphinmedicalimaging.com |
#### Name of Device and Classification – 21 CFR 807.92 (a)(2)
| Device trade name: | Dolphin Medical Imaging USB Ultrasound System |
|--------------------|-----------------------------------------------|
| Model number: | DMI-USB-001 |
| Common name: | Diagnostic ultrasound system and transducers |
| Classification: | Class II |
| 21 CFR Section | Classification Name | Product Code |
|----------------|------------------------------------------|--------------|
| 892.1560 | System, Imaging, Pulsed Echo, Ultrasonic | IYO |
| 892.1570 | Transducer, Ultrasonic, Diagnostic | ITX |
#### Acoustic Output Limits Track
Track 3
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# Predicate Device - 21 CFR 807.92 (a)(2)
Interson USB Ultrasound System
K163443
4/13/2017
## Device Description - 21 CFR 807.92 (a)(4)
The Dolphin Medical Imaging Ultrasound System ("DMI US") is a self-contained, solid-state portable ultrasound imaging system, physically comprised of the FDA-cleared Interson SP-L01 USB ultrasound probe (K163443), which is used in connection with the DMI US application software. The system contains an ultrasound generator/receiver, analog to digital converter, microcontroller, control logic, USB 2.0 interface, B-mode imaging and application software providing the user interface.
The DMI US application software provides a task-oriented graphical user interface that runs on a personal computer with a USB 2.0 (or greater) port and the Windows 10 operating system. The user-selectable tasks supported are peripheral intravenous access and central venous access. The software application displays the ultrasound B-mode image at a depth appropriate for the selected task.
The initial operational settings of the probe and/or application are preprogrammed in the system. User-customized parameter settings for each probe and/or application may be set by the operator and stored for recall as needed via the software user interface. Customization includes changing image brightness (gain), changing depth and freezing/unfreezing the ultrasound image. The system uses a probe with solid-state ultrasound array transducers which provide high resolution, high penetration performance
#### Intended Use/Indications for Use - 21 CFR 807.92 (a)(5)
The Dolphin Medical Imaging USB Ultrasound System is intended for diagnostic ultrasound imaging in B mode. It is indicated for diagnostic ultrasound imaging in the following applications:
- Fetal/Obstetric
- Abdominal Pediatric
- Small Organ
- Musculo-skeletal (conventional)
- Musculo-skeletal (superficial)
- Urology
- Gynecology
- Pelvic Floor
- Neuro-muscular
- Peripheral Vessel
The system is intended for use by trained registered nurses and other trained healthcare professionals in a professional healthcare environment.
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## Summary of technological characteristics of the device compared to the predicate device -21 CFR 807.92 (a)(6)
| Device | Subject Device: | Predicate Device: |
|-------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Features | DMI USB Ultrasound System | Interson Ultrasound System K164443 |
| Intended Use | Diagnostic ultrasound imaging in B<br>mode. | Diagnostic ultrasound imaging in B, color<br>Doppler and Combined (B+Color) mode. |
| Indications for Use | Indicated for diagnostic ultrasound<br>imaging in specified applications. | Indicated for diagnostic ultrasound imaging in<br>specified applications. |
| Product Code | IYO, ITX | IYN, IYO, ITX |
| Array Geometry | Linear | Curved and linear |
| Mechanics | Solid State | Solid State |
| Software platform | Commercial off-the-shelf operating<br>system (Windows) | Commercial off-the-shelf operating system<br>(Windows) |
| Measurement<br>function | Not supported | 2D measurement and area measurement |
| Wireless networking | Not supported | Not supported |
| Connector | USB | USB |
# Determination of Substantial Equivalence
The Dolphin Medical Imaging USB Ultrasound System hardware is identical to the predicate device. The Dolphin Medical Imaging USB Ultrasound System application software provides a subset of the predicate device application software.
#### Non-clinical Performance Data
Non-clinical testing relied on in this premarket notification submission for a determination of substantial equivalence include tests which show compliance with the following standards.
- NOTE: Testing per ES60601-1:2005; and IEC 60601-1-2:2014 was performed for use of the transducer with a specific computer model (Dell T15G) while internally powered and not connected to mains. Use of alternate USB 2.0 compatible computer hardware requires verification by the end user. Further information is provided in the Instructions for Use.
- 1. Recognition Number 12-105: NEMA UD 2-2004 (R2009), Acoustic Output Measurement Standard for Diagnostic Ultrasound Equipment Revision 3. (Radiology)
- 2. Recognition Number 19-4: AAMI ANSI ES60601-1:2005/(R)2012 and A1:2012, C1:2009/(R)2012 and A2:2010/(R)2012, (Consolidated Text) Medical electrical equipment - Part 1: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance (IEC 60601-1:2005, MOD)
- 3. Recognition Number 12-293: IEC 60601-2-37 (2015), Amendment 2, Medical electrical equipment - Part 2-37: Particular requirements for the basic safety and essential performance of ultrasonic medical diagnostic and monitoring equipment. (Radiology)
- 4. Recognition Number 19-8: IEC 60601-1-2 Edition 4.0 2014-02, Medical electrical equipment - Part 1-2: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance -Collateral Standard: Electromagnetic disturbances - Requirements and tests
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- 5. Recognition Number 5-89: IEC 60601-1-6 Edition 3.1 2013-10, Medical electrical equipment - Part 1-6: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance -Collateral standard: Usability
- 6. Recognition Number 5-40: ISO 14971 Second edition 2007-03-01, Medical devices -Application of risk management to medical devices
- 7. Recognition Number 2-173: AAMI ANSI ISO 10993-10:2010/(R)2014, Biological evaluation of medical devices - Part 10: Tests for irritation and skin sensitization
- 8. Recognition Number 2-153: AAMI ANSI ISO 10993-5:2009/(R)2014, Biological evaluation of medical devices - Part 5: Tests for in vitro cytotoxicity
# Summary of Clinical Tests
The Dolphin Medical Imaging USB Ultrasound System introduces no new modes, features, or technologies relative to the predicate device (Interson K163443) that require clinical testing. The clinical safety and effectiveness of ultrasound systems with these characteristics are well accepted for both predicate and subject devices.
# 514 Performance Standards
There are no Sec. 514 performance standards for this device.
# Prescription Status
This is a prescription device. The prescription device statement appears in the labeling.
#### Sterilization Site(s)
Not applicable. No components are supplied sterile.
#### Conclusions
Dolphin Medical Imaging concludes that the subject device, the Dolphin Medical Imaging USB Ultrasound System, has been shown to be substantially equivalent to the predicate device identified above.
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