Thixo-Gel Ultrasound Spray
by Cloverline International Pharma Services GmbH
510(k) K121311
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Regulatory status
| Region | Authorization | Number | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | FDA 510(k)SESE | NumberK121311 | Date30 Aug 2012 | StatusActive |
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United States — FDA 510(k) Active
Specification
- 510(k) Number
- FDA Product Code
- MUI
- Device Class
- Class II
- Regulation
- 21 CFR Part 892.1570
- Advisory Committee
- Radiology
- FDA Decision
- SESE Substantially Equivalent
Overview
AI-generated summary, 19 Sep 2026
The Thixo-Gel Ultrasound Spray is a Media, Coupling, Ultrasound device designed to improve acoustic transmission between ultrasound transducers and the skin during diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. It is formulated as a gel-based medium to reduce interference from air or skin irregularities, ensuring clearer imaging or treatment delivery.
This device is supplied as a single-use, non-sterile gel intended for external application on intact skin. It is classified under FDA regulation 892.1570 and has received FDA 510(k) clearance as substantially equivalent to predicate devices. The product is distributed in standard gel spray containers and is regulated for use in radiology settings, adhering to established safety and performance standards.
Questions
AI-generated answers, 19 Sep 2026
What is the Thixo-Gel Ultrasound Spray used for in clinical settings?
The Thixo-Gel Ultrasound Spray is designed to improve acoustic transmission between ultrasound transducers and the skin during diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in radiology. It acts as a gel-based medium to minimize interference from air or skin irregularities, ensuring clearer ultrasound imaging or treatment delivery.
Is the Thixo-Gel Ultrasound Spray sterile, and how is it intended to be used?
The Thixo-Gel Ultrasound Spray is supplied as a non-sterile product and is intended for single-use only. It is formulated for external application on intact skin, meaning it should only be used on unbroken skin surfaces during ultrasound procedures.
How is the Thixo-Gel Ultrasound Spray supplied, and what form does it take?
The device is supplied in standard gel spray containers, allowing for easy application as an aerosolized gel. This formulation ensures convenient distribution over the skin surface during ultrasound examinations or treatments.
What regulatory pathway did the Thixo-Gel Ultrasound Spray follow for FDA clearance?
The Thixo-Gel Ultrasound Spray received FDA 510(k) clearance under the Traditional 510(k) Review pathway, demonstrating substantial equivalence to predicate devices. It is classified under FDA regulation 892.1570 and falls under the Radiology advisory committee (RA).
Are there multiple versions or sizes of the Thixo-Gel Ultrasound Spray, and how are they identified?
The device is available in multiple registration numbers (e.g., 9616874, 9710018, etc.) and FEI numbers (e.g., 3008502431, 3012316249, etc.), which likely correspond to different lot or batch identifiers rather than distinct sizes or models. The product is consistently supplied as a gel spray, with no explicit size variations mentioned in the data.