Etude, Urodynamic Investigation System
by Dantec Medical, Inc. 510(k)
Active
510(k) K901494
Regulatory status
| Region | Authorization | Number | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | FDA 510(k)SESE | NumberK901494 | Date26 Oct 1990 | StatusActive |
Coverage
- Active
- Expiring
- Withdrawn
- Listed
- Not covered
United States — FDA 510(k) Active
Recalls
No FDA recalls on record, checked 6 Oct 2026.
Specification
- 510(k) Number
- FDA Product Code
- FAP
- Device Class
- Class II
- Regulation
- 21 CFR Part 876.1620
- Advisory Committee
- Gastroenterology, Urology
- FDA Decision
- SESE Substantially Equivalent
Overview
AI-generated summary, 1 Oct 2026
A urodynamic investigation system is a device used to measure volume and pressure in the urinary bladder when it is filled through a catheter with carbon dioxide or water. The device controls the supply of carbon dioxide or water and may also record the electrical activity of the muscles associated with urination.
The system may include transducers, electronic signal conditioning, and related components for urodynamic assessment. It is supplied as a non-sterile, reusable system intended for use in clinical settings such as urology or gastroenterology departments. Storage and handling should follow manufacturer guidelines, and the device is regulated under FDA 510(k) clearance K901494 as a Class II medical device.
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Questions
AI-generated answers, 1 Oct 2026
What is the ETUDE urodynamic investigation system used for?
The ETUDE system measures volume and pressure in the urinary bladder when filled via catheter with carbon dioxide or water. It may also record electrical activity of muscles associated with urination, supporting urodynamic assessment in clinical settings.
Is the ETUDE system sterile or non-sterile, and is it intended for single use or reuse?
The ETUDE system is supplied as a non-sterile, reusable device. It is intended for multiple uses in clinical environments such as urology or gastroenterology departments, provided it is cleaned and maintained according to manufacturer guidelines.
What components may be included in the ETUDE urodynamic investigation system?
The system may include transducers, electronic signal conditioning, and related components necessary for controlling the supply of carbon dioxide or water and recording physiological data during urodynamic assessment.
How should the ETUDE system be stored and handled?
Storage and handling of the ETUDE system should follow the manufacturer’s guidelines to ensure proper function and longevity, particularly given its reusable nature and non-sterile supply state.
What regulatory pathway was used for the ETUDE urodynamic investigation system?
The ETUDE system was cleared through the FDA 510(k) process under submission K901494, classified as a Class II medical device with product code FAP, and determined to be substantially equivalent to a legally marketed predicate device.