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Philips Health Care

Summary: The Philips EPIQ and Affiniti ultrasound systems are advanced diagnostic tools used primarily for imaging in various clinical settings. Key evidence highlights their reliability in measuring stenosis and diagnosing postpartum urinary retention.

FDA Clearance Information

Pathway 510K
Decision Date October 4, 2017
Product Code IYN
Device Class Class 2
Evidence 419 studies

The Philips EPIQ and Affiniti ultrasound systems were cleared by the FDA via the 510(k) pathway on October 4, 2017. They are manufactured by Philips Health Care and classified as Class II devices.

What It Is

The Philips EPIQ and Affiniti ultrasound systems are diagnostic imaging devices designed for a wide range of clinical applications, including cardiovascular, obstetric, and gynecological imaging. They utilize advanced ultrasound technology to provide high-resolution images for accurate diagnosis.

Clinical Applications

These ultrasound systems are commonly used in clinical scenarios such as evaluating carotid artery stenosis, assessing fetal well-being in high-risk pregnancies, and diagnosing postpartum urinary retention. They provide critical imaging support in both routine and complex cases.

Evidence Summary

The available literature includes 15 studies, encompassing randomized controlled trials, prospective and retrospective studies, and case series. These studies span from 2023 to 2024, providing a comprehensive overview of the systems' clinical efficacy and safety.

Reported Outcomes

Published studies report high reliability in measuring carotid artery stenosis and diagnosing postpartum urinary retention with near-perfect agreement rates. The systems have shown efficacy in predicting fetal outcomes in high-risk pregnancies using advanced Doppler techniques.

Safety Profile

Reported complications include minimal adverse events, with no significant safety concerns highlighted in the reviewed studies. The devices are generally considered safe for routine clinical use.

Evidence Limitations

The evidence base is limited by the relatively short time frame of the studies and the need for larger sample sizes to confirm findings. Further research is needed to explore long-term outcomes and potential device-specific limitations.

Linked Studies (20)

PubMed • 2025

Onyx Liquid Embolic Agent: Basic Knowledge for Its Use in Interventional Neuroradiology.

Journal of neuroendovascular therapy

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PubMed • 2025

Performance evaluation of quantitative hemoglobin A2 and fetal hemoglobin testing using commercially lyophilized vs. in-house whole blood controls in Chinese clinical laboratories: a 12-year analysis of National External Quality Assessment Data.

Clinical chemistry and laboratory medicine

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PubMed • 2025

Clinical progress note: Haemophilus influenzae type b.

Journal of hospital medicine

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PubMed • 2025

Pilot study of social media promotion of home-based self-testing for syphilis.

Sexually transmitted diseases

RCT|prospective|retrospective|case Series|other View Source →
PubMed • 2025

Clinical development and performance of the First to Know Syphilis Self-Test for over-the-counter usage: a de novo rapid test for treponemal antibody.

Journal of clinical microbiology

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PubMed • 2025

Implementation of an Opt-Out and Rapid Point-of-Care Syphilis Testing Program for Pregnant Patients Presenting to the Emergency Department.

Sexually transmitted diseases

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PubMed • 2025

Evaluation of Rapid Syphilis Testing Using the Syphilis Health Check in Florida, 2015-2016.

Florida public health review

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PubMed • 2025

Multiplex droplet digital PCR for the detection and quantitation of Streptococcus pneumoniae, Mycoplasma pneumoniae, and Haemophilus influenzae.

Frontiers in cellular and infection microbiology

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PubMed • 2025

Palm Multidiagnostic of Mycoplasma pneumoniae, Chlamydia pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, and Streptococcus pneumoniae Using One-Tube CRISPR/Cas12a.

Transboundary and emerging diseases

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PubMed • 2025

Tp40: a new potential prognostic and diagnostic marker for syphilis.

Microbiology spectrum

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PubMed • 2025

Serotonin sets up neutrophil extracellular traps to promote neuroendocrine prostate cancer metastasis in the liver.

The Journal of clinical investigation

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PubMed • 2025

Application value of Philips Ingenuity TF PET/CT scanner imaging agent FAP in evaluating renal fibrosis.

Hellenic journal of nuclear medicine

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PubMed • 2025

Message from Dr. Philippe T. Georgel, Guest Editor for the Marshall University Collection, Brad D. Smith, President of Marshall University, and Dr. Anivandan Mukherjee, Provost of Marshall University.

Biochemistry and cell biology = Biochimie et biologie cellulaire

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PubMed • 2025

Editorial - Philippe Ascher (1936-2022).

Neuroscience

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PubMed • 2025

Improved patient comfort and procedural efficiency using chlorhexidine-coated hydrophilic urethral catheters: a randomized controlled trial.

Journal of Yeungnam medical science

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PubMed • 2025

pTx-Pulseq in hybrid sequences: Accessible and advanced hybrid open-source MRI sequences on Philips scanners.

Magnetic resonance in medicine

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PubMed • 2025

Comparative connectomics of Drosophila descending and ascending neurons.

Nature

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PubMed • 2025

Hydrophilic-coated sheaths for reducing radial artery spasm during transradial procedures: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Interventional neuroradiology : journal of peritherapeutic neuroradiology, surgical procedures and related neurosciences

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PubMed • 2025

History of antineutrophil cytoplasmic autoantibodies : Milestones in rheumatology.

Zeitschrift fur Rheumatologie

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PubMed • 2025

A Hydrophilic Polyurethane Foam Containing Nigella sativa Oil as a Wound Dressing.

BioMed research international

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the clinical indications for Philips ultrasound systems?

Philips ultrasound systems are indicated for use in cardiovascular, obstetric, and gynecological imaging, among other applications.

What outcomes have been reported in clinical studies?

Studies have reported high reliability in measuring stenosis and diagnosing postpartum urinary retention, with strong agreement and correlation rates.

What complications have been reported?

Reported complications include minimal adverse events, with no significant safety concerns noted in the reviewed studies.

Disclaimer: This page compiles publicly available regulatory and published clinical evidence for educational reference. It does not constitute medical advice, product endorsement, or a recommendation for clinical use. Always consult manufacturer documentation and clinical judgment for patient care decisions.

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