Pocket Ultrasound System (C10, C10TX, C10RL, C10RLpro)
K241979 · Beijing Konted Medical Technology Co.,Ltd · IYN · Aug 22, 2024 · Radiology
Device Facts
Record ID
K241979
Device Name
Pocket Ultrasound System (C10, C10TX, C10RL, C10RLpro)
Applicant
Beijing Konted Medical Technology Co.,Ltd
Product Code
IYN · Radiology
Decision Date
Aug 22, 2024
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Special
Regulation
21 CFR 892.1550
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Pediatric
Indications for Use
The Pocket Ultrasound System is intended for diagnostic ultrasound imaging in B (2D), Color Doppler, Combined (B+M), and Pulsed Wave modes. It is indicated for diagnostic ultrasound imaging and fluid flow analysis in the following applications depending on different configuration of array probes: Convex array probe - Fetal/Obstetrics, Gynecological, Abdominal, Urology Linear array probe - Small Parts (breast, thyroid), Carotid, Peripheral Vessel, Muscular-Skeletal, Pediatric Phase array probe - Cardiology, Cardiac Fetal Echo. The Pocket Ultrasound System is a transportable ultrasound system intended for use in environments where healthcare is provided by healthcare professionals.
Device Story
Portable, software-controlled ultrasound system; acquires real-time ultrasound data via wireless transducers (convex, linear, phase array). Transducers emit/receive ultrasonic waves; echoes converted to electrical signals; processed to form images. System communicates via Wi-Fi with COTS Android smartphone/tablet running 'MY USG' app. App provides graphical interface for image display, measurement, patient management, and storage. Used by healthcare professionals (doctors, nurses, sonographers) in hospitals, clinics, or home settings. Enables visualization of tissues, organs, and blood flow; supports B-mode, B+M mode, Color Doppler, and Pulsed Wave Doppler. Assists clinicians in diagnostic decision-making through real-time imaging and fluid flow analysis.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Testing included verification of performance parameters, battery capacity, and biocompatibility of pigments used in device housing per ISO 10993-5 and ISO 10993-10. Electrical safety and EMC evaluated per IEC 60601-1 and IEC 60601-1-2; performance safety per IEC 60601-2-37.
Technological Characteristics
Wireless transducers (convex, linear, phase array) communicating via Wi-Fi to COTS Android device. Frequencies: 2.5 MHz, 3.2 MHz, 7.5 MHz. Power: Li-ion rechargeable battery (DC 5V). Biocompatible materials per ISO 10993. Software-controlled imaging; B, B+M, Color Doppler, Pulsed Wave modes. Standards: IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, IEC 60601-2-37.
Indications for Use
Indicated for diagnostic ultrasound imaging and fluid flow analysis in patients requiring fetal/obstetrics, gynecological, abdominal, urological, small parts (breast, thyroid), carotid, peripheral vessel, musculoskeletal, pediatric, cardiology, or cardiac fetal echo examinations. Intended for use by healthcare professionals in clinical environments.
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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August 22, 2024
Beijing Konted Medical Technology Co.,Ltd % Xuexia Ren Official Correspondent (Chengdu Lizhu Technology Co., LTD) Room 111,1F, Building 3, No. 27 Yong Wang Road, Daxing Biological Pharmaceutical Base Daxing District, Beijing, 102629 PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA
Re: K241979
Trade/Device Name: Pocket Ultrasound System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.1550 Regulation Name: Ultrasonic Pulsed Doppler Imaging System Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code(s): IYN, IYO, ITX Dated: July 4, 2024 Received: July 5, 2024
Dear Xuexia Ren:
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/cdrb/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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## Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K241979
Device Name Pocket Ultrasound System
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
The Pocket Ultrasound System is intended for diagnostic ultrasound imaging in B (2D), Color Doppler, Combined (B+M), and Pulsed Wave modes. It is indicated for diagnostic ultrasound imaging and fluid flow analysis in the following applications depending on different configuration of array probes:
Convex array probe - Fetal/Obstetrics, Gynecological, Abdominal, Urology Linear array probe - Small Parts (breast, thyroid), Carotid, Peripheral Vessel, Muscular-Skeletal, Pediatric Phase array probe - Cardiology, Cardiac Fetal Echo.
The Pocket Ultrasound System is a transportable ultrasound system intended for use in environments where healthcare is provided by healthcare professionals.
| Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable) | |
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X Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
| Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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# 510(k) Sum
#### I. SUBMITTER
Name: Beijing Konted Medical Technology Co., Ltd.
Address: Room 111,1F, Building 3, No. 27, Yong wang Road, Daxing Biological Pharmaceutical Industry Base, Daxing District, Beijing, 102629 PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA
Name of contact person: Deyi Zhu Tel: +86 10-60219113 Fax: +86 10-60219213 E-Mail: 3245132464@qq.com Submission date: 2024-07-02
#### II. Subject Device
Device trade name: Pocket Ultrasound System Model: C10, C10TX, C10RL, C10RLpro Regulation number: 21 CFR 892.1550 Regulation Name: Ultrasonic pulsed doppler imaging system Requlation class: II Panel: Radiology Product code: IYN, IYO, ITX
#### III. Predicative Device
Submission Number: K231354 Device Trade Name: Pocket Ultrasound System (C10) Applicant: Beijing Konted Medical Technology Co., Ltd Regulation number: 21 CFR 892.1550 Regulation Name: Ultrasonic pulsed doppler imaging system Requlation class: II Panel: Radiology Product code: IYN, IYO, ITX
#### IV. Device Description
The Pocket Ultrasound System (Model: C10, C10TX, C10RLpro) is designed to be a portable, general-purpose, software-controlled, diagnostic ultrasound system used to acquire and display highresolution, real-time ultrasound data through an off-the-shelf (OTS) Android device. the system mainly
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includes the ultrasound equipment and software application components. The ultrasound equipment is used to complete the ultrasonic imaging function and the software application components are used to complete the image display, measurement, patient information management as well as image storage etc. The Pocket Ultrasound System comprises a series of wireless transducers employing Wi-Fi-based technology to communicate with smartphone devices via direct Wi-Fi. One of the software application components is a software APP (MY USG), which is deployed on Android devices which supported Wi-Fi wireless communication. The software contained in the ultrasound equipment to control operation of the equipment and transfer images via Wi-Fi to the smartphone devices. This allows the user to export ultrasound images and display them across a range of portable personal devices. The communication protocol between the software APP and the other software contained in the equipment is specially defined for unique connection.
The system is only intended for use by qualified healthcare practitioners (e.g., doctors, nurses, sonographers) who are trained in the use of ultrasound imaging technology. The Pocket Ultrasound System comprises the following:
- . A commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) Android smartphone/tablet device.
- . the software application (MY USG) running as an App on the COTS device with Android system.
- . The ultrasound equipment/Transducers: C10 / C10TX / C10RL / C10RLpro
- The 4 models have no difference in composition and performance parameters, only the appearance and battery capacity are different.
- Accessory: Wireless Battery Charger & Power Adapter
Different type transducers are available for the Pocket Ultrasound System (Model: C10, C10TX, C10RL, C10RLpro), the frequencies are 2.5 MHz, 3.2 MHz and 7.5MHz respectively depending on different transducer. The Pocket Ultrasound System is designed with four ultrasound modes of operation, including B-mode, Combination Mode (B+M mode), Color Doppler mode and Pulsed Wave Doppler mode.
Real time image and dynamic changes of tissues, organs or vessels will be showed in the image under Bmode, while coloring blood flow can be seen under Color Doppler mode and Pulsed Wave Doppler mode. Combination mode B+M-mode is the combination of the B-mode and M-mode of operation, superimposed on the display. M-mode is defined as time motion display of the ultrasound wave along a chosen ultrasound line, so it's usually applied in diagnosis of cardiovascular diseases.
The system provides real-time images for tissues, organs or blood flow via touch screen of the COTS Android smartphone/tablet device, which, in combination with the embedded software system contained in the ultrasound device, provides users a friendly and convenient graphical interface and makes users be able to easily control the whole system.
#### V. Indication For Use
The Pocket Ultrasound System (Models: C10, C10TX, C10RLpro) is intended for diagnostic ultrasound imaging in B (2D), Color Doppler, Combined (B+M), and Pulsed Wave modes. It is indicated for diagnostic ultrasound imaging and fluid flow analysis in the following applications depending on different configuration of array probes:
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Convex array probe - Fetal/Obstetrics, Gynecological, Abdominal, Urology
Linear array probe - Small Parts (breast, thyroid), Carotid, Peripheral Vessel, Muscular-Skeletal, Pediatric
Phase array probe - Cardiology, Cardiac Fetal Echo.
The Pocket Ultrasound System is a transportable ultrasound system intended for use in environments where healthcare is provided by healthcare professionals.
#### VI. Comparison to predicate device and conclusion
The intended use, main materials, functional design, safety and performance characteristics of the subject device is substantially equivalent to the predicate devices quoted above.
The differences between the subject device and predicate devices do not raise new issues of safety or effectiveness.
| Elements of<br>Comparison | Subject Device | Predicate Device | Discussion |
|-----------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------|
| Device Name | Pocket Ultrasound System | Pocket Ultrasound System (C10) | -- |
| 510(k) Number | K241979 | K231354 | -- |
| Model | C10, C10TX, C10RL, C10RLpro | C10 | -- |
| Manufacture | Beijing Konted Medical Technology<br>Co., Ltd | Beijing Konted Medical Technology<br>Co., Ltd | Same |
| Classification<br>Name: | Ultrasonic pulsed doppler imaging<br>system | Ultrasonic pulsed doppler imaging<br>system | SE |
| Device<br>Classification: | II | II | SE |
| Clinical characteristics | | | |
| Indications for<br>Use | The Pocket Ultrasound System is<br>intended for diagnostic ultrasound<br>imaging in B (2D), Color Doppler,<br>Combined (B+M), and Pulsed Wave<br>modes. It is indicated for diagnostic<br>ultrasound imaging and fluid flow<br>analysis in the following applications<br>depending on different configuration of<br>array probes: | The Pocket Ultrasound System C10 is<br>intended for diagnostic ultrasound<br>imaging in B (2D), Color Doppler,<br>Combined (B+M), and Pulsed Wave<br>modes. It is indicated for diagnostic<br>ultrasound imaging and fluid flow<br>analysis in the following applications<br>depending on different configuration of<br>array probes: | SE |
| Elements of<br>Comparison | Subject Device | Predicate Device | Discussion |
| | Convex array probe - Fetal/Obstetrics,<br>Gynecological, Abdominal, Urology | Convex array probe - Fetal/Obstetrics,<br>Gynecological, Abdominal, Urology | |
| | Linear array probe - Small Parts<br>(breast, thyroid), Carotid, Peripheral<br>Vessel, Muscular-Skeletal, Pediatric | Linear array probe - Small Parts<br>(breast, thyroid), Carotid, Peripheral<br>Vessel, Muscular-Skeletal, Pediatric | |
| | Phase array probe - Cardiology,<br>Cardiac Fetal Echo. | Phase array probe - Cardiology,<br>Cardiac Fetal Echo. | |
| | The Pocket Ultrasound System is a<br>transportable ultrasound system<br>intended for use in environments<br>where healthcare is provided by<br>healthcare professionals. | The Pocket Ultrasound System C10 is<br>a transportable ultrasound system<br>intended for use in environments<br>where healthcare is provided by<br>healthcare professionals. | |
| Intended patient<br>population | For use in all patients | For use in all patients | SE |
| Intended use<br>environment | Hospital, clinics, home for use by<br>healthcare professionals | Hospital, clinics, home for use by<br>healthcare professionals | SE |
| | General technological characteristics | | |
| | Principle of operation of the Pocket<br>Ultrasound System is based on<br>ultrasonic echo imaging, which is a<br>common medical imaging technology<br>to use the transmission speed of<br>ultrasound in different tissues and<br>reflection degree | Principle of operation of the Pocket<br>Ultrasound System is based on<br>ultrasonic echo imaging, which is a<br>common medical imaging technology<br>to use the transmission speed of<br>ultrasound in different tissues and<br>reflection degree | |
| Working principle | differences, to get images through<br>computer processing for diagnosis and<br>treatment. | differences, to get images through<br>computer processing for diagnosis and<br>treatment. | SE |
| | The transducers inside the probe are<br>responsible to emitting and receiving<br>ultrasonic waves. When a pulse with a<br>certain frequency and magnitude onto<br>the transducers, then ultrasonic waves<br>are generated through the inverse | The transducers inside the probe are<br>responsible to emitting and receiving<br>ultrasonic waves. When a pulse with a<br>certain frequency and magnitude onto<br>the transducers, then ultrasonic waves<br>are generated through the inverse | |
| | piezoelectric effect and transmitted to<br>the human body tissue through the | piezoelectric effect and transmitted to<br>the human body tissue through the | |
| Elements of<br>Comparison | Subject Device | Predicate Device | Discussion |
| | probe. When the ultrasonic wave<br>meets the tissue interface, it will<br>generate echoes, which are scattered<br>in different tissues or blood flow and<br>received by the probe and converted<br>into electrical signals. The receiver<br>amplifies and processes these<br>electrical signals before transmitting<br>them to the processing unit. Based on<br>the signals received, the processing<br>unit will calculate the intensity and<br>timing of the echoes to form an image. | probe. When the ultrasonic wave<br>meets the tissue interface, it will<br>generate echoes, which are scattered<br>in different tissues or blood flow and<br>received by the probe and converted<br>into electrical signals. The receiver<br>amplifies and processes these<br>electrical signals before transmitting<br>them to the processing unit. Based on<br>the signals received, the processing<br>unit will calculate the intensity and<br>timing of the echoes to form an image. | |
| Design | Autocorrelation for color processing<br>and FFT for pulse Doppler processing.<br>Supporting Linear, Convex and Phase<br>array probes.<br>Cine play back capability Image file<br>archive. | Autocorrelation for color processing<br>and FFT for pulse Doppler processing.<br>Supporting Linear, Convex and Phase<br>array probes.<br>Cine play back capability Image file<br>archive. | SE |
| Operating<br>Controls | Convex: 90~305mm<br>Linear: 20~100mm<br>Cardiac: 90~160mm | Convex: 90~305mm<br>Linear: 20~100mm<br>Cardiac: 90~160mm | SE |
| | Gain | Gain | SE |
| | Focus | Focus | SE |
| | Color box size/positive can be adjust | Color box size/positive can be adjust | SE |
| | Baseline | Baseline | SE |
| | Cline control: Toggling freeze key | Cline control: Toggling freeze key | SE |
| Operation Mode | B mode<br>B/M mode<br>Color Doppler mode<br>Pulse Wave mode | B mode<br>B/M mode<br>Color Doppler mode<br>Pulse Wave mode | SE |
| Elements of<br>Comparison | Subject Device | Predicate Device | Discussion |
| Transducers | Convex Array; Phase Array; Linear<br>Array | Convex Array; Phase Array; Linear<br>Array | SE |
| Frequency | Convex Array: 3.2MHz<br>Phase Array: 2.5MHz<br>Linear Array: 7.5MHz | Convex Array: 3.2MHz<br>Phase Array: 2.5MHz<br>Linear Array: 7.5MHz | SE |
| Probe connection<br>to display unit | Wireless connection via Wi -Fi | Wireless connection via Wi -Fi | SE |
| Power sourc and<br>power<br>requirement | Rechargeable battery(Li-ion)<br>DC 5V | Rechargeable battery(Li-ion)<br>DC 5V | SE |
| Device and<br>Operating system<br>for the software<br>APP | A commercial off-the-shelf Android<br>device (COTS) | A commercial off-the-shelf Android<br>device (COTS) | SE |
| Acoustic output<br>levels | Track 3<br>$Ispta.3≤720W/cm²$<br>$MI≤1.9$<br>$TI≤6.0$ | Track 3<br>$Ispta.3≤720W/cm²$<br>$MI≤1.9$<br>$TI≤6.0$ | SE |
| Safety and Effectiveness | | | |
| Patient contacting<br>material | Per ISO 10993-5 and ISO 10993-10 | Per ISO 10993-5 and ISO 10993-10 | SE |
| Electrical Safety | Evaluated according to IEC 60601-1 | Evaluated according to IEC 60601-1 | SE |
| EMC | Evaluated according to IEC 60601-1-2 | Evaluated according to IEC 60601-1-2 | SE |
| Performance<br>Safety | Evaluated according to IEC 60601-2-<br>37 | Evaluated according to IEC 60601-2-<br>37 | SE |
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Comparison in Detail(s):
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As can be seen from the above comparison table, there is no difference between subject device and predicate device in terms of technical parameters and they are essentially equivalent.
### VII. Summary of Testing
Three new models are added in this submission (C10TX / C10RLpro). The new models have no difference in composition and performance parameters from the original model, only the appearance and battery capacity are different.
We have tested two types of batteries with different capacities to ensure that they are both qualified. Different models of devices have different colors in appearance, and safety tests have been conducted on the pigments that form different colors to ensure that they can come into contact with human skin.
### IX. Conclusions
In conclusion, the technological characteristics, features, specifications, materials, mode of operation, and intended use of the subject device are substantially equivalent to the predicate device quoted above. The differences between the subject device and its predicat device do not introduce a new intended use and do no raise new issues of safety and effectiveness. Verification testing demonstrated that no adverse effects have been introduced by these differences and that the device performs as intended. It can be concluded that the subject device is substantially equivalent to the legally marketed predicate device.
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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.