Intended Use

The Clarius Ultrasound Scanner is a software-based ultrasound imaging system and accessories, intended for diagnostic imaging. It is indicated for diagnostic ultrasound imaging and fluid flow analysis in ophthalmic, fetal, abdominal, intra-operative (non-neurological), pediatric, small organ, cephalic (adult), trans-rectal, trans-vaginal, musculo-skeletal (conventional, superficial), urology, gynecology, cardiac (adult, pediatric), peripheral vessel, carotid, and procedural guidance of needles into the body.

Technology

The system uses wireless transducers with Bluetooth and Wi-Fi to communicate with iOS or Android devices. It acquires high-frequency, non-ionizing ultrasound waves with piezoelectric transducers to generate diagnostic images. The product includes multiple transducer types (convex, linear, phased, intracavity) and software (Clarius App) for image display. It is portable, battery powered, and intended for use by trained healthcare professionals.

Performance

Non-clinical performance testing and validation were conducted to demonstrate safety and effectiveness, showing compliance with multiple international safety and performance standards for medical electrical equipment and ultrasound devices. Testing included IEC 60601 series, ISO 10993-1, IEC 62304 software lifecycle, IEC 62366 usability, and others. The device showed substantial equivalence to the predicate device with no new safety or effectiveness concerns.

Predicate Devices

No predicate devices specified

Device Timeline

  • 1

    Submission

    10/22/2021

    24 days
  • 2

    FDA Approval

    11/15/2021

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