K Number
K250469
Date Cleared
2025-06-13

(115 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
892.1570
Reference & Predicate Devices
Predicate For
N/A
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP AuthorizedThirdpartyExpeditedreview
Intended Use

The Accuro® 3S Needle Guide Kit is intended to be used with the Accuro® 3S diagnostic ultrasound imaging system.

The Accuro® 3S Needle Guide Kit supports alignment of a needle with the ultrasound imaging plane to assist the healthcare professional in placing the tip of a needle relative to a specific anatomical structure. The elastic bands on the Patient Drape are intended to stabilize the positioning of the Accuro® 3S Needle Guide.

The Accuro® 3S Probe Cover sheathes the transducer and isolates a needle insertion site from microbial and other contaminants.

Device Description

The Accuro® 3S Needle Guide Kit consists of the following single use sterile disposable components: Accuro® 3S Needle Guide with integrated probe cover, conductive ultrasound gel, and a patient drape with two integrated probe elastic bands.

The kit components are assembled into a sterilized CSR Wrap then packaged in a sterile tray.

The final kit is sterilized under ethylene oxide.

AI/ML Overview

This document describes the FDA 510(k) clearance for the Accuro® 3S Needle Guide Kit. The clearance is based on a determination of substantial equivalence to a legally marketed predicate device (K171348 Pinpoint™ GT Needle Guide Kits), supported by non-clinical testing.

Here's an analysis of the provided text in relation to acceptance criteria and study details:

Key Takeaway Points from the provided text:

  • Device: Accuro® 3S Needle Guide Kit (needle guide for ultrasound-guided procedures).
  • Clearance Type: FDA 510(k) (Premarket Notification).
  • Basis for Clearance: Substantial Equivalence to a predicate device (K171348 Pinpoint™ GT Needle Guide Kits).
  • Key Difference from Predicate: Inclusion of a patient drape with elastic bands to stabilize the needle guide.
  • Study Type: Primarily non-clinical benchtop testing and simulated use evaluations. No clinical studies were required or performed to support this 510(k) submission. This means the acceptance criteria and performance data are entirely based on non-clinical methods.

Given that no clinical studies were performed, and the evaluation focused on non-clinical testing to demonstrate substantial equivalence, several of the requested points related to clinical studies, human-in-the-loop performance, and expert ground truth cannot be answered from this document.


1. Table of Acceptance Criteria and Reported Device Performance

The document describes the types of non-clinical tests performed but does not explicitly list quantitative acceptance criteria with corresponding performance results in a structured table. It states that "Design functionality of the subject device was tested to ensure that it meets the requirements of the intended end users" and lists various tests without specifying the target values or the measured outcomes.

However, based on the non-clinical tests listed, we can infer the categories of acceptance criteria and the nature of the "reported device performance" (which is implied to be successful since clearance was granted).

Acceptance Criteria Category (Inferred)Reported Device Performance (Implied)
Mechanical Performance
Needle guide dimensions accuracyMet specified dimensional requirements
Needle insertion force & damage during insertionAcceptable force for insertion, no damage to needle or guide
Needle angulation accuracyMaintained accurate angulation relative to ultrasound plane
Needle tip depth accuracyMaintained accurate needle tip depth
Needle guide attachment/removal forceAcceptable force for attachment and removal, secure connection
Needle gate pinch forceAcceptable pinch force (e.g., to hold the needle securely but allow movement)
Elastic bands holding forceSufficient force to stabilize positioning
Elastic bands attachment durabilityDurable attachment, withstood simulated use conditions
Integrity & Sterility
Sterile barrier integrityMaintained sterility, no breaches
Packaging integrityPackaging remained intact and protected sterility
Ethylene Oxide Sterilization ResidualsResidues within acceptable limits (per ISO 10993-7)
Biocompatibility
In vitro CytotoxicityNo cytotoxic effects (per ISO 10993-5)
Bacterial EndotoxinsEndotoxin levels within acceptable limits (per AAMI/ANSI ST72)
Assessment of Hemolytic PropertiesNo significant hemolytic properties (per ASTM F756)
Irritation and Skin SensitizationNo significant irritation or sensitization (per ISO 10993-10)
Systemic ToxicityNo systemic toxic effects (per ISO 10993-11)
Imaging Quality
Imaging quality following administration of needle guide and probe coverUncompromised ultrasound imaging quality
Probe midline needle insertionNeedle path aligned with probe midline
General
Material dimensionsMet specified material dimensions
Packaging configurationPackaging configuration was appropriate and consistent
Risk analysisRisks identified and mitigated as per ISO 14971
Quality System ComplianceMet 21 CFR Part 820 requirements

2. Sample Size Used for the Test Set and Data Provenance

  • Sample Size for Test Set: The document does not specify the sample sizes used for each non-clinical test. It generally states that "Design functionality...was tested" and lists the types of tests (e.g., "Needle guide dimensions," "Needle angulation accuracy").
  • Data Provenance: The studies were non-clinical benchtop testing and simulated use evaluations. The document does not explicitly state the country of origin for the data collection, but it is implied to be internal testing by Rivanna Medical, Inc. (located in Charlottesville, Virginia, USA). The studies were prospective in nature, designed specifically to support this 510(k) submission.

3. Number of Experts Used to Establish the Ground Truth for the Test Set and Qualifications

  • Number of Experts: For the "simulated use evaluations," the document mentions evaluations "performed by representative end users." It does not specify the number or detailed qualifications of these representative end users.
  • Qualifications of Experts: The term "representative end users" implies healthcare professionals who would typically use such a device (e.g., radiologists, interventionalists, nurses who perform ultrasound-guided procedures). However, specific qualifications (e.g., "radiologist with 10 years of experience") are not provided. Given the non-clinical nature, this would likely be an engineering/usability assessment by medical professionals rather than a clinical "ground truth" derived from patient data.

4. Adjudication Method for the Test Set

Since the studies were non-clinical benchtop and simulated use evaluations, the concept of an "adjudication method" as typically applied to human readers or clinical image interpretation (e.g., 2+1, 3+1 consensus) is not applicable. The "ground truth" for these tests would be established by engineering specifications, physical measurements, and direct observation of functionality and usability by testers.


5. If a Multi-Reader Multi-Case (MRMC) Comparative Effectiveness Study was Done

  • No, an MRMC comparative effectiveness study was not done. The document explicitly states: "The subject of this premarket submission, Accuro® 3S Needle Guide Kit, did not require clinical studies to support the determination of substantial equivalence." An MRMC study is a type of clinical study involving human readers.

6. If a Standalone (Algorithm Only Without Human-in-the-Loop Performance) was Done

  • Not applicable. The Accuro® 3S Needle Guide Kit is a physical medical device (a needle guide and cover), not an algorithm or AI software. Therefore, there is no "standalone algorithm" performance to evaluate.

7. The Type of Ground Truth Used

  • Given that no clinical studies were performed, the "ground truth" was established through non-clinical methods:
    • Engineering Specifications/Benchtop Measurements: For tests like dimensions, force, angulation, and depth accuracy.
    • Simulated Use Observations: For usability, attachment durability, and general functionality assessments by "representative end users."
    • Adherence to Standards: For sterility, biocompatibility, and packaging integrity, the “ground truth” is compliance with, or passing, specified international standards (e.g., ISO 10993 series, ASTM standards).

8. The Sample Size for the Training Set

  • Not applicable. This device is a physical medical kit, not an AI/ML algorithm or software that requires a "training set" of data.

9. How the Ground Truth for the Training Set Was Established

  • Not applicable. As above, there is no "training set" for this type of device.

FDA 510(k) Clearance Letter - Accuro® 3S Needle Guide Kit

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U.S. Food & Drug Administration
10903 New Hampshire Avenue Doc ID # 04017.07.05
Silver Spring, MD 20993
www.fda.gov

June 13, 2025

Rivanna Medical, Inc.
Will Mauldin
Chairman, Co-founder, and CEO
2400 Hunters Way
Charlottesville, Virginia 22911

Re: K250469
Trade/Device Name: Accuro® 3S Needle Guide Kit
Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.1570
Regulation Name: Diagnostic ultrasonic transducer
Regulatory Class: Class II
Product Code: ITX
Dated: May 12, 2025
Received: May 12, 2025

Dear Will Mauldin:

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/cdrh/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.

If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 898. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register.

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Additional information about changes that may require a new premarket notification are provided in the FDA guidance documents entitled "Deciding When to Submit a 510(k) for a Change to an Existing Device" (https://www.fda.gov/media/99812/download) and "Deciding When to Submit a 510(k) for a Software Change to an Existing Device" (https://www.fda.gov/media/99785/download).

Your device is also subject to, among other requirements, the Quality System (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820), which includes, but is not limited to, 21 CFR 820.30, Design controls; 21 CFR 820.90, Nonconforming product; and 21 CFR 820.100, Corrective and preventive action. Please note that regardless of whether a change requires premarket review, the QS regulation requires device manufacturers to review and approve changes to device design and production (21 CFR 820.30 and 21 CFR 820.70) and document changes and approvals in the device master record (21 CFR 820.181).

Please be advised that FDA's issuance of a substantial equivalence determination does not mean that FDA has made a determination that your device complies with other requirements of the Act or any Federal statutes and regulations administered by other Federal agencies. You must comply with all the Act's requirements, including, but not limited to: registration and listing (21 CFR Part 807); labeling (21 CFR Part 801); medical device reporting (reporting of medical device-related adverse events) (21 CFR Part 803) for devices or postmarketing safety reporting (21 CFR Part 4, Subpart B) for combination products (see https://www.fda.gov/combination-products/guidance-regulatory-information/postmarketing-safety-reporting-combination-products); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820) for devices or current good manufacturing practices (21 CFR Part 4, Subpart A) for combination products; and, if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR Parts 1000-1050.

All medical devices, including Class I and unclassified devices and combination product device constituent parts are required to be in compliance with the final Unique Device Identification System rule ("UDI Rule"). The UDI Rule requires, among other things, that a device bear a unique device identifier (UDI) on its label and package (21 CFR 801.20(a)) unless an exception or alternative applies (21 CFR 801.20(b)) and that the dates on the device label be formatted in accordance with 21 CFR 801.18. The UDI Rule (21 CFR 830.300(a) and 830.320(b)) also requires that certain information be submitted to the Global Unique Device Identification Database (GUDID) (21 CFR Part 830 Subpart E). For additional information on these requirements, please see the UDI System webpage at https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/device-advice-comprehensive-regulatory-assistance/unique-device-identification-system-udi-system.

Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR 807.97). For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803), please go to https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/medical-device-safety/medical-device-reporting-mdr-how-report-medical-device-problems.

For comprehensive regulatory information about medical devices and radiation-emitting products, including information about labeling regulations, please see Device Advice (https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/device-advice-comprehensive-regulatory-assistance) and CDRH Learn (https://www.fda.gov/training-and-continuing-education/cdrh-learn). Additionally, you may contact the Division of Industry and Consumer Education (DICE) to ask a question about a specific regulatory topic. See the DICE website (https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/device-advice-comprehensive-regulatory-

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assistance/contact-us-division-industry-and-consumer-education-dice) for more information or contact DICE by email (DICE@fda.hhs.gov) or phone (1-800-638-2041 or 301-796-7100).

Sincerely,

YANNA S. KANG -S

Yanna Kang, Ph.D.
Assistant Director
Mammography and Ultrasound Team
DHT8C: Division of Radiological
Imaging and Radiation Therapy Devices
OHT8: Office of Radiological Health
Office of Product Evaluation and Quality
Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
Food and Drug Administration

Indications for Use

Form Approved: OMB No. 0910-0120
Expiration Date: 06/30/2023
See PRA Statement below.

510(k) Number (if known)
K250469

Device Name
Accuro® 3S Needle Guide Kit

Indications for Use (Describe)

The Accuro® 3S Needle Guide Kit is intended to be used with the Accuro® 3S diagnostic ultrasound imaging system.

The Accuro® 3S Needle Guide Kit supports alignment of a needle with the ultrasound imaging plane to assist the healthcare professional in placing the tip of a needle relative to a specific anatomical structure. The elastic bands on the Patient Drape are intended to stabilize the positioning of the Accuro® 3S Needle Guide.

The Accuro® 3S Probe Cover sheathes the transducer and isolates a needle insertion site from microbial and other contaminants.

Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
☒ Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) ☐ Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)

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K250469 510(k) Summary

This summary of safety and effectiveness is provided as part of this Premarket Notification in compliance with 21 CFR, Part 807, Subpart E, Section 807.92.

Date: June 12th, 2025

Submitter: Rivanna Medical, Inc.
2400 Hunters Way
Charlottesville, VA 22911

Primary Contact Person: F. William Mauldin, Jr.
CEO
Rivanna Medical, Inc.
T: 800-645-7508

Subject Device Trade Name: Accuro® 3S Needle Guide Kit
Common Name: Transducer, Ultrasonic, Diagnostic
Device Class: Class II
Regulation: 21 CFR 892.1570, Diagnostic Ultrasonic Transducer
Product Codes: ITX

Legally Marketed Predicate Device:

Primary Predicate Device: K171348 Pinpoint™ GT Needle Guide Kits
Common Name: Transducer, Ultrasonic, Diagnostic
Device Class: Class II
Regulation: 21 CFR 892.1570, Diagnostic Ultrasonic Transducer
Product Codes: ITX

Device Description:

The Accuro® 3S Needle Guide Kit consists of the following single use sterile disposable components: Accuro® 3S Needle Guide with integrated probe cover, conductive ultrasound gel, and a patient drape with two integrated probe elastic bands.

The kit components are assembled into a sterilized CSR Wrap then packaged in a sterile tray.

The final kit is sterilized under ethylene oxide.

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Intended Use/Indications for Use:

The Accuro® 3S Needle Guide Kit is intended to be used with the Accuro® 3S diagnostic ultrasound imaging system.

The Accuro® 3S Needle Guide Kit supports alignment of a needle with the ultrasound imaging plane to assist the healthcare professional in placing the tip of a needle relative to a specific anatomical structure. The elastic bands on the Patient Drape are intended to stabilize the positioning of the Accuro® 3S Needle Guide.

The Accuro® 3S Probe Cover sheathes the transducer and isolates a needle insertion site from microbial and other contaminants.

Comparison to Predicate Device(s):

Accuro® 3S Needle Guide Kit is substantially equivalent to the predicate device in terms of technological characteristics and safety and effectiveness.

The Accuro® 3S Needle Guide Kit indications for use is similar to the predicate device, Pinpoint™ GT Needle Guide Kits (K171348). Both are indicated to cover an ultrasound probe and isolate from microbial and other contaminants, and both have needle guides to assist with placement of a needle to a specific anatomical structure. Both subject and predicate devices are prescription use and intended for the same use environments.

The key difference between the subject and predicate device is the inclusion of a patient drape with bands that support the needle guide positioning. The elastic bands are integrated into the patient drape and do not come in direct contact with the patient. The intended function of the elastic bands is to provide pressure against the back of the transducer probe to stabilize its position, and thus the Needle Guide position, against the skin during ultrasound imaging and needle advancement. Non-clinical testing for performance, including usability, and safety has been conducted to ensure that no new risks are introduced due to the addition of elastic bands on the Patient Drape. This includes verification testing and application of ISO 14971 for risk management.

Summary of Non-Clinical Tests:

Design functionality of the subject device was tested to ensure that it meets the requirements of the intended end users. Testing included simulated use evaluations performed by representative end users in addition to benchtop testing.

The following benchtop verification and validation testing was performed following internal test protocols:

  • Needle guide dimensions
  • Needle insertion force and damage during needle insertion
  • Needle angulation accuracy
  • Needle tip depth accuracy
  • Needle guide attachment / removal force
  • Sterile barrier integrity
  • Packaging integrity
  • Elastic bands holding force
  • Needle gate pinch force
  • Elastic bands attachment durability
  • Imaging quality following administration of the needle guide and probe cover
  • Probe midline needle insertion
  • Material dimensions
  • Packaging configuration

Assurances of quality were further established by employing the following elements of product design and development in accordance with 21 CFR 820 and ISO 14971:2019:

  • Risk analysis
  • Requirements development
  • Design reviews
  • Verification and Validation
  • Safety compliance verification

The following guidance documents and standards were used to determine appropriate methods for evaluating the performance of the device:

  • AAMI / ANSI / ISO 10993-5:2009/(R)2014, Biological Evaluation Of Medical Devices - Part 5: Tests For In Vitro Cytotoxicity
  • AAMI / ANSI ST72:2019, Bacterial Endotoxins - Test Methods, Routine Monitoring, And Alternatives To Batch Testing
  • ASTM D4332-14, Standard Practice For Conditioning Containers, Packages, Or Packaging Components For Testing
  • ASTM F1980-16, Standard Guide For Accelerated Aging Of Sterile Barrier Systems For Medical Devices
  • ASTM F756, Standard Practice for Assessment of Hemolytic Properties of Materials
  • ISO 10993-1:2018, Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices - Part 1: Evaluation and Testing
  • ISO 10993-4:2017, Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices – Part 4: Selection of tests for interactions with blood

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  • ISO 10993-7:2008, Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices - Part 7: Ethylene Oxide Sterilization Residuals
  • ISO 10993-10:2021, Biological Evaluation Of Medical Devices - Part 10: Tests For Irritation And Skin Sensitization
  • ISO 10993-11:2017, Biological Evaluation Of Medical Devices - Part 11: Tests For Systemic Toxicity
  • ISO 10993-12:2021, Biological Evaluation Of Medical Devices - Part 12: Sample Preparation And Reference Materials
  • ISO 11135: 2014, Sterilization of healthcare products - Ethylene Oxide- Requirements For Development, Validation And Routine Control Of A Sterilization
  • ISO 11607-1:2019, Packaging for terminally sterilized medical devices – Part 1: Requirements for materials, sterile barrier systems and packaging systems, Amendment 1: Application of risk management 2023
  • ISO 11607-2:2019, Packaging for terminally sterilized medical devices – Part 2: Validation requirements for forming, sealing and assembly processes, Amendment 1: Application of risk management 2023
  • FDA-2013-D-0305, Use of International Standard ISO 10993-1, "Biological evaluation of medical devices - Part 1: Evaluation and testing within a risk management process", Guidance for Industry and Food and Drug Administration Staff, 09/2023.

Summary of Clinical Tests:

The subject of this premarket submission, Accuro® 3S Needle Guide Kit, did not require clinical studies to support the determination of substantial equivalence.

Conclusion:

Accuro® 3S Needle Guide Kit exhibits similar characteristics and indications for use as legally marketed predicate and reference devices and testing demonstrates substantially equivalent performance. Therefore, Rivanna Medical considers Accuro® 3S Needle Guide Kit as substantially equivalent.

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  • ISO 10993-7:2008, Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices - Part 7: Ethylene Oxide Sterilization Residuals
  • ISO 10993-10:2021, Biological Evaluation Of Medical Devices - Part 10: Tests For Irritation And Skin Sensitization
  • ISO 10993-11:2017, Biological Evaluation Of Medical Devices - Part 11: Tests For Systemic Toxicity
  • ISO 10993-12:2021, Biological Evaluation Of Medical Devices - Part 12: Sample Preparation And Reference Materials
  • ISO 11135: 2014, Sterilization of healthcare products - Ethylene Oxide- Requirements For Development, Validation And Routine Control Of A Sterilization
  • ISO 11607-1:2019, Packaging for terminally sterilized medical devices – Part 1: Requirements for materials, sterile barrier systems and packaging systems, Amendment 1: Application of risk management 2023
  • ISO 11607-2:2019, Packaging for terminally sterilized medical devices – Part 2: Validation requirements for forming, sealing and assembly processes, Amendment 1: Application of risk management 2023
  • FDA-2013-D-0305, Use of International Standard ISO 10993-1, "Biological evaluation of medical devices - Part 1: Evaluation and testing within a risk management process", Guidance for Industry and Food and Drug Administration Staff, 09/2023.

Summary of Clinical Tests:

The subject of this premarket submission, Accuro® 3S Needle Guide Kit, did not require clinical studies to support the determination of substantial equivalence.

Conclusion:

Accuro® 3S Needle Guide Kit exhibits similar characteristics and indications for use as legally marketed predicate and reference devices and testing demonstrates substantially equivalent performance. Therefore, Rivanna Medical considers Accuro® 3S Needle Guide Kit as substantially equivalent.

§ 892.1570 Diagnostic ultrasonic transducer.

(a)
Identification. A diagnostic ultrasonic transducer is a device made of a piezoelectric material that converts electrical signals into acoustic signals and acoustic signals into electrical signals and intended for use in diagnostic ultrasonic medical devices. Accessories of this generic type of device may include transmission media for acoustically coupling the transducer to the body surface, such as acoustic gel, paste, or a flexible fluid container.(b)
Classification. Class II.