EdgeLife Handheld Wireless Ultrasound System (E8200); EdgeLife Handheld Wireless Ultrasound System (E8220)
Applicant
Edgelife Technologies, LLC
Product Code
IYN · Radiology
Decision Date
Sep 18, 2024
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 892.1550
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Pediatric
Indications for Use
The EdgeLife Handheld Wireless Ultrasound System is a general-purpose, handheld, wireless, portable software-controlled ultrasonic diagnostic system that uses pulsed-echo technology to acquire and display ultrasound data in B-Mode, M-Mode, Color Doppler, and Pulse-Wave Doppler (PW) modes. The EdgeLife Handheld Wireless Ultrasound System is intended for diagnostic ultrasound echo imaging, measurement, and fluid flow analysis of the human body for the following clinical applications. The specific clinical applications and exam types for the linear transducer include vascular, musculoskeletal (conventional and superficial), small organs, thoracic/lung, abdominal, intraoperative (excluding neurological, central nervous system, non-central cardiovascular system), urology, gynecology, pediatric, fetal, peripheral vessel, carotid, interventional and procedure guidance of needles into the body. The specific clinical applications and exam types for the convex transducer include: abdominal, pulmonary, thoracic, intra-operative (abdominal organs & vascular), pediatric, small organ, urology, gynecology, obstetrics, musculoskeletal (conventional and superficial), vascular, carotid, and cardiac (adult and pediatric). The specific clinical applications and exam types for the Endocavitary transducer include gynecology, obstetrics, urology, transvaginal, transrectal, and interventional procedures. The system is a portable ultrasound system intended for use in environments where is provided by trained healthcare professionals.
Device Story
Handheld, wireless, portable ultrasound system; uses pulsed-echo technology via piezoelectric transducers; acquires/displays B-Mode, M-Mode, Color Doppler, and PW Doppler data. System comprises dual-headed scanner (E8200: convex/linear; E8220: convex/endocavitary), mobile app on iOS device, and wireless Qi charger. Operated by trained healthcare professionals in hospitals/clinics. Scanner transmits images to app via Wi-Fi. Healthcare providers view images on mobile device for diagnostic imaging, measurement, and fluid flow analysis. Facilitates clinical decision-making through real-time visualization and needle guidance. Benefits include portability and wireless operation for point-of-care diagnostics.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. No clinical data. Performance verified via biocompatibility (ISO 10993), electrical/mechanical safety (ANSI/AAMI ES 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, IEC 62359), battery safety (IEC 62133-2), wireless coexistence (ANSI C63.27), and cleaning/disinfection validation (AAMI TIR30/TIR12). Measurement accuracy verified via internal methods.
Technological Characteristics
Handheld wireless ultrasound; piezoelectric transducer elements; 128 elements per transducer. Frequencies: Convex (2-5 MHz), Linear (4-12 MHz), Endocavitary (4-9 MHz). Connectivity: Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11n/5GHz) with WPA2 security. Power: Internal Li-ion battery, Qi wireless charging. Form factor: Dual-headed probe. Software-controlled via iOS app. Biocompatibility per ISO 10993-1. Acoustic output: Track 3.
Indications for Use
Indicated for diagnostic ultrasound echo imaging, measurement, and fluid flow analysis in adult and pediatric populations. Clinical applications include vascular, musculoskeletal, small organs, thoracic/lung, abdominal, intraoperative, urology, gynecology, obstetrics, fetal, carotid, and cardiac exams, plus interventional needle 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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EdgeLife Technologies LLC % Quinn Place Chief Operating Officer 485 Brickell Avenue Suite 4802 Miami, Florida 33031
Re: K234153
Trade/Device Name: EdgeLife Handheld Wireless Ultrasound System (E8200); EdgeLife Handheld Wireless Ultrasound System (E8220) Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.1550 Regulation Name: Ultrasonic Pulsed Doppler Imaging System Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: IYN, IYO, ITX Dated: December 13, 2023 Received: August 23, 2024
Dear Quinn Place:
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 (the 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 available 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,
# Yanna S. Kang -S
Yanna Kang, Ph.D. Assistant Director Mammography and Ultrasound Team DHT8C: Division of Radiological Imaging and Radiation Therapy Devices OHT8: Office of 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) K234153
### Device Name
EdgeLife Handheld Wireless Ultrasound System (E8200); EdgeLife Handheld Wireless Ultrasound System (E8220)
### Indications for Use (Describe)
The EdgeLife Handheld Wireless Ultrasound System is a general-purpose, handheld, wireless, portable softwarecontrolled ultrasonic diagnostic system that uses pulsed-echo technology to acquire and display ultrasound data in B-Mode, M-Mode, Color Doppler, and Pulse-Wave Doppler (PW) modes. The EdgeLife Handheld Wireless Ultrasound System is intended for diagnostic ultrasound echo imaging, measurement, and fluid flow analysis of the human body for the following clinical applications.
The specific clinical applications and exam types for the linear transducer include vascular, musculoskeletal (conventional and superficial), small organs, thoracic/lung, abdominal, intraoperative (excluding neurological, central nervous system, non-central cardiovascular system), urology, gynecology, pediatric, fetal, peripheral vessel, carotid, interventional and procedure guidance of needles into the body.
The specific clinical applications and exam types for the convex transducer include: abdominal, pulmonary, thoracic, intra-operative (abdominal organs & vascular), pediatric, small organ, urology, obstetrics, musculoskeletal (conventional and superficial), vascular, carotid, and cardiac (adult and pediatric).
The specific clinical applications and exam types for the Endocavitary transducer include gynecology, obstetrics, urology, transvaginal, transrectal, and interventional procedures.
The system is a portable ultrasound system intended for use in environments where is provided by trained healthcare professionals.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
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| Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C) |
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## K234153
### EdgeLife Handheld Wireless Ultrasound System - 510(k) Summary
The following 510(k) summary of safety and effectiveness information is submitted in accordance with the requirements of 21 CFR § 807.92.
| Subject Device Trade Name: | EdgeLife Handheld Wireless Ultrasound System |
|-------------------------------|----------------------------------------------|
| Subject Device Model Numbers: | E8200, E8220 |
| Common Name: | Diagnostic Ultrasound System and Accessories |
| Regulation Number | Regulation Name | Product Code |
|-------------------|---------------------------------------------|--------------|
| 21 CFR § 892.1550 | Ultrasonic Pulsed Doppler Imaging<br>System | IYN |
| 21 CFR § 892.1560 | Ultrasonic Pulsed Doppler Imaging<br>System | IYO |
| 21 CFR § 892.1570 | Diagnostic Ultrasonic Transducer | ITX |
### Regulation Number, Name and Product Codes 1.1
| FDA 510(k) Review Panel: | Radiology |
|-------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Classification: | Class II |
| Manufacturer: | Edge Life Technologies<br>485 Brickell Avenue, Suite 4802<br>Miami, Florida 33031 U.S.A. |
| Contact Name: | Quinn Place, Chief Operating Officer<br>qplace@edgelifetech.com |
| Date 510(k) Summary Prepared: | December 20, 2023 |
| Predicate Device: | Vscan Air K202035 |
| Reference Device: | Clarius Ultrasound Scanner K192107 |
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### 1.2 Device Description
The EdgeLife Handheld Wireless Ultrasound System, including Scanners, follows Track 3.
The EdgeLife Handheld Wireless Ultrasound System is a general-purpose, handheld, wireless, portable software-controlled ultrasonic diagnostic system that uses pulsed-echo technology to acquire and display ultrasound data in B-Mode, M-Mode, Color Doppler, and Pulse-Wave Doppler (PW) modes.
The EdgeLife Ultrasound Scanner receives instructions from and transmits images to the EdgeLife Ultrasound App running on a paired mobile device that utilizes the iOS operating system via wireless Wi-Fi communication.
The system is a transportable ultrasound system intended for use in environments where healthcare is provided.
The EdgeLife Handheld Wireless Ultrasound System consists of:
- EdgeLife Handheld Ultrasound Scanner:
- o Model E8200 with convex and linear transducers
- o Model E8220 with convex and endocavitary transducers
- EdgeLife Ultrasound App .
- Standard off-the-shelf Wireless Qi charger (not a medical device) ●
#### Indications for Use 1.2.1
The EdgeLife Handheld Wireless Ultrasound System is a general-purpose, handheld, wireless, portable software-controlled ultrasonic diagnostic system that uses pulsed-echo technology to acquire and display ultrasound data in B-Mode, M-Mode, Color Doppler, and Pulse-Wave Doppler (PW) modes. The EdgeLife Handheld Wireless Ultrasound System is intended for diagnostic ultrasound echo imaging, measurement, and fluid flow analysis of the human body for the following clinical applications.
The specific clinical applications and exam types for the linear transducer include vascular/peripheral vascular, musculoskeletal (conventional and superficial), small organs, thoracic/lung, abdominal, intraoperative (excluding neurological, central nervous system,
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non-central cardiovascular system), urology, gynecology, pediatric, fetal, peripheral vessel, carotid, interventional and procedure guidance of needles into the body.
The specific clinical applications and exam types for the convex transducer include: abdominal, pulmonary, thoracic, intra-operative (abdominal organs & vascular), pediatric, small organ, urology, gynecology, obstetrics, musculoskeletal (conventional and superficial), vascular, carotid, and cardiac (adult and pediatric).
The specific clinical applications and exam types for the Endocavitary transducer include gynecology, obstetrics, urology, transvaginal, transrectal, and interventional procedures.
The system is a portable ultrasound system intended for use in environments where healthcare is provided by trained healthcare professionals.
### 1.2.2 Comparison of Subject Device and Predicate Device
Comparison of intended use and technological characteristics between EdgeLife Handheld Wireless Ultrasound Scanner and the predicate device, Vscan Air, is presented in the following table.
| | EdgeLife Handheld<br>Wireless Ultrasound<br>System | Vscan Air<br>(K202035) | Substantial Equivalence<br>Comparison |
|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Scanner Type | Dual-Headed | Dual-Headed | Same |
| Transducer | Convex and Linear<br>(E8200)<br>Convex and Endocavitary<br>(E8220) | Convex and<br>Linear | Similar |
| | | | The subject and predicate<br>have the same convex and<br>linear transducers. The<br>subject device also<br>includes an endocavitary<br>transducer on one of the<br>dual headed probes.<br>Endocavitary transducers<br>are commonly found in<br>current ultrasound systems<br>including the predicate<br>device. Performance test<br>results support that this |
| | EdgeLife Handheld<br>Wireless Ultrasound<br>System | Vscan Air<br>(K202035) | Substantial Equivalence<br>Comparison |
| | | | difference does not raise<br>new questions of safety<br>and effectiveness. |
| Classification | Class II | Class II | Same |
| Product Codes | IYN, IYO, ITX | ITX, IYN,<br>IYO | Same |
| Clinical Settings | Hospitals, clinics and other<br>professional healthcare<br>facility settings | Hospitals,<br>clinics and<br>medical office<br>settings, home,<br>emergency<br>environments | Similar. The only<br>difference is that the<br>subject device is not<br>intended for use in home<br>health or road/air<br>ambulance environments.<br>This difference does not<br>raise new questions of<br>safety and effectiveness. |
| Users | Trained Healthcare<br>professionals | Trained<br>Healthcare<br>professionals | Same |
| Patient<br>Population | adult and pediatric | adult and<br>pediatric | Same |
| Intended Use | Diagnostic ultrasound<br>imaging and fluid flow<br>analysis. | Diagnostic<br>ultrasound<br>imaging and<br>fluid flow<br>analysis | Same |
| Indications for<br>Use | The EdgeLife Handheld<br>Wireless Ultrasound<br>System is a<br>general-purpose, handheld,<br>wireless, portable<br>software-controlled<br>ultrasonic diagnostic<br>system that uses<br>pulsed-echo technology to<br>acquire and display<br>ultrasound data in B-Mode,<br>M-Mode, Color Doppler,<br>and Pulse-Wave Doppler<br>(PW) modes. The<br>EdgeLife Handheld<br>Wireless Ultrasound<br>System is intended for | Refer to<br>K202035<br>510(k)<br>Summary. | Similar. Both subject and<br>predicate devices are<br>intended for diagnostic<br>ultrasound echo imaging,<br>measurement and analysis<br>of the human body for the<br>same applications.<br>The subject device also<br>includes an endocavitary<br>transducer that allows for<br>clinical applications<br>including gynecology,<br>obstetrics, urology,<br>transvaginal, transrectal,<br>and interventional<br>procedures. These |
| EdgeLife Handheld<br>Wireless Ultrasound<br>System | Vscan Air<br>(K202035) | Substantial Equivalence<br>Comparison | |
| imaging, measurement,<br>and fluid flow analysis of<br>the human body for the<br>following clinical<br>applications.<br><br>The specific clinical<br>applications and exam<br>types for the linear<br>transducer include<br>vascular/peripheral<br>vascular, musculoskeletal<br>(conventional and<br>superficial), small organs,<br>thoracic/lung, abdominal,<br>intraoperative (excluding<br>neurological, central<br>nervous system,<br>non-central cardiovascular<br>system), urology,<br>gynecology, pediatric,<br>fetal, peripheral vessel,<br>carotid, interventional and<br>procedure guidance of<br>needles into the body.<br><br>The specific clinical<br>applications and exam<br>types for the convex<br>transducer include:<br>abdominal, pulmonary,<br>thoracic, intra-operative<br>(abdominal organs &<br>vascular), pediatric, small<br>organ, urology,<br>gynecology, obstetrics,<br>musculoskeletal<br>(conventional and<br>superficial), vascular,<br>carotid, and cardiac (adult<br>and pediatric). | | application types are<br>found in other legally<br>marketed ultrasound<br>systems including the<br>Reference Device and are<br>not novel. Performance<br>data support the<br>indications for use.<br>Therefore, these<br>differences do not raise<br>new questions of safety<br>and effectiveness. | |
| | EdgeLife Handheld<br>Wireless Ultrasound<br>System | Vscan Air<br>(K202035) | Substantial Equivalence<br>Comparison |
| | The specific clinical<br>applications and exam<br>types for the Endocavitary<br>transducer include<br>gynecology, obstetrics,<br>urology, transvaginal,<br>transrectal, and<br>interventional procedures.<br><br>The system is a portable<br>ultrasound system intended<br>for use in environments<br>where healthcare is<br>provided by trained<br>healthcare professionals. | | |
| Portability | Handheld portable | Handheld<br>portable | Same |
| System<br>Components | Dual-headed probes<br>Mobile app<br>Charger | Dual-headed<br>probe<br>Mobile app<br>Charger | Same. |
| Frequency | Convex:2-5 MHz with<br>center frequency of 3.2<br>MHz<br>Linear 4-12 MHz, with<br>center frequency of 7.5<br>MHz<br>Endocavitary: 4-9 MHz<br>with the center frequency<br>of 6.5 MHz | Convex: from<br>2 - 5 MHz with<br>center<br>frequency of<br>3.3 MHz<br>Linear: From 3<br>- 12 MHz with<br>center<br>frequency of<br>7.7 MHz | Similar. The differences<br>don't raise any issues<br>about safety and<br>effectiveness of the<br>device. |
| Elements | All transducers have 128<br>elements | GE: Linear<br>192, convex:<br>192 | Similar. The differences<br>don't raise any issues<br>about safety and<br>effectiveness of the<br>device. |
| Display | iOS device | iOS or Android<br>device | Similar. This difference<br>does not raise new<br>questions of safety or<br>effectiveness. |
| | EdgeLife Handheld<br>Wireless Ultrasound<br>System | Vscan Air<br>(K202035) | Substantial Equivalence<br>Comparison |
| Software | Mobile app downloads on<br>iOS viewing device | Mobile app<br>downloads on<br>iOS and<br>Android<br>viewing device | Similar. This difference<br>does not raise new<br>questions of safety or<br>effectiveness. |
| Image Format | JPG and DICOM, DICOM<br>transfer to PACS or<br>imaging archive systems | JPG and<br>DICOM,<br>DICOM<br>transfer to<br>PACS or<br>imaging<br>archive<br>systems | Same |
| Penetration depth | Convex up to 30 cm<br>Linear < 8 cm<br>Endocavity < 12 cm | Convex up to<br>24 cm and<br>linear up to 8<br>cm | Similar.<br>The linear end has the<br>same maximum<br>penetration depth.<br>Performance data support<br>that the penetration depths<br>of the Subject devices<br>don't raise any issues<br>about safety and<br>effectiveness of the<br>device. |
| Principle of<br>Operation | Piezoelectric transducer<br>elements. | Piezoelectric<br>transducer<br>elements | Same. |
| Power Source | Built in lithium-ion<br>Battery | Built in<br>lithium-ion<br>Battery | Same |
| Charging Plate | Anker and other off-the<br>shelf charging plates. | Anker | Similar. The performance<br>doesn't raise any issues<br>about safety and<br>effectiveness of the<br>device. |
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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.