Echotech 3D FreeScan
by Echotech 3D Imaging Systems GmbH
510(k) K980308
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Regulatory status
| Region | Authorization | Number | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | FDA 510(k)SESE | NumberK980308 | Date6 May 1998 | StatusActive |
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United States — FDA 510(k) Active
Specification
- 510(k) Number
- FDA Product Code
- IYO
- Device Class
- Class II
- Regulation
- 21 CFR Part 892.1560
- Advisory Committee
- Radiology
- FDA Decision
- SESE Substantially Equivalent
Overview
AI-generated summary, 27 Sep 2026
The Echotech 3D FreeScan is a Class II ultrasound system that acquires related sets of 2D ultrasound images and performs 3D reconstruction of diagnostic ultrasound images. It is designed to acquire, analyze, store and retrieve digital ultrasound images for computerized 3-dimensional image processing. This system functions as an add-on accessory for existing ultrasound imaging systems.
The Echotech 3D FreeScan is supplied as a medical imaging system and is intended for use in radiology departments. It received FDA 510(k) clearance in 1998 under K-number K980308. The device is regulated as a Class II medical device and is designed to integrate with existing ultrasound imaging systems for enhanced diagnostic capabilities.
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Questions
AI-generated answers, 27 Sep 2026
What clinical purpose does the ECHOTECH 3D FreeScan serve?
It is intended for radiology departments to acquire sets of 2D ultrasound images and generate three‑dimensional reconstructions, enhancing diagnostic evaluation of anatomical structures.
How is the FreeScan supplied and integrated with existing equipment?
The system is provided as an add‑on accessory that connects to a compatible ultrasound imaging platform, allowing the existing hardware to perform 3D image processing without replacing the primary scanner.
Is the ECHOTECH 3D FreeScan a single‑use device or reusable?
The FreeScan is a reusable medical imaging system; it is designed for repeated use in clinical settings and is not classified as a disposable or single‑use product.
What regulatory pathway was used for the FreeScan’s clearance?
The device received FDA 510(k) clearance in 1998 under a traditional submission (K980308), indicating it was found substantially equivalent to a legally marketed predicate device.