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Philips Uv-A Solarium Type HP 3150
Philips Int'L
Summary: The Philips UV-A Solarium Type HP 3150 is a medical device used for phototherapy, primarily in dermatological settings. It is typically used by dermatologists to treat skin conditions such as psoriasis and vitiligo.
FDA Clearance Information
Pathway ?
510(k)
Number ?
K851534 ↗
Decision Date ?
May 1, 1985
Product Code ?
FTC
Device Class ?
Class 2
Evidence ?
419 studies
The Philips UV-A Solarium Type HP 3150 was cleared through the FDA's 510(k) pathway on May 1, 1985. It is manufactured by Philips Int'L and classified as a Class 2 medical device under product code FTC.
What It Is
The Philips UV-A Solarium Type HP 3150 is a phototherapy device that emits UV-A light. It is designed to deliver controlled doses of ultraviolet light to the skin, which can help in managing various dermatological conditions. The device is typically used in clinical settings, providing a non-invasive treatment option for patients with specific skin disorders.
FDA-Cleared Indications
- Phototherapy using UV-A exposure for dermatological conditions that respond to ultraviolet light treatment
Clinical Applications
- Controlled UV-A phototherapy in a dermatology clinic
- Treatment sessions for appropriately selected patients with UV-A-responsive skin disease
- Outpatient phototherapy requiring measured ultraviolet exposure
Practical Considerations
- Treatment dose and session duration should be selected by a qualified clinician based on the patient's skin type, diagnosis, prior UV exposure, and response.
- The device should be operated in a controlled clinical setting with appropriate eye protection and monitoring for skin erythema or burns.
- Clinicians should review photosensitizing medications, disorders associated with increased photosensitivity, and prior skin-cancer history before treatment.
- This is a UV-A phototherapy device, not an MRI device; MRI compatibility should not be assumed, and the unit should be kept outside the MRI environment unless the manufacturer provides specific documentation.
- The FDA record identifies the device category and clearance but does not establish a universal service life, replacement schedule, treatment dose, or current parts availability.
Linked Studies (20)
PubMed • 2025
Onyx Liquid Embolic Agent: Basic Knowledge for Its Use in Interventional Neuroradiology.
Journal of neuroendovascular therapy
RCT|prospective|retrospective|case Series|other View Source →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
RCT|prospective|retrospective|case Series|other View Source →PubMed • 2025
Clinical progress note: Haemophilus influenzae type b.
Journal of hospital medicine
RCT|prospective|retrospective|case Series|other View Source →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
View Source →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
RCT|prospective|retrospective|case Series|other View Source →PubMed • 2025
Evaluation of Rapid Syphilis Testing Using the Syphilis Health Check in Florida, 2015-2016.
Florida public health review
View Source →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
RCT|prospective|retrospective|case Series|other View Source →PubMed • 2025
Palm Multidiagnostic of Mycoplasma pneumoniae, Chlamydia pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, and Streptococcus pneumoniae Using One-Tube CRISPR/Cas12a.
Transboundary and emerging diseases
View Source →PubMed • 2025
Tp40: a new potential prognostic and diagnostic marker for syphilis.
Microbiology spectrum
View Source →PubMed • 2025
Serotonin sets up neutrophil extracellular traps to promote neuroendocrine prostate cancer metastasis in the liver.
The Journal of clinical investigation
RCT|prospective|retrospective|case Series|other View Source →PubMed • 2025
Application value of Philips Ingenuity TF PET/CT scanner imaging agent FAP in evaluating renal fibrosis.
Hellenic journal of nuclear medicine
RCT|prospective|retrospective|case Series|other View Source →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
View Source →PubMed • 2025
Improved patient comfort and procedural efficiency using chlorhexidine-coated hydrophilic urethral catheters: a randomized controlled trial.
Journal of Yeungnam medical science
RCT View Source →PubMed • 2025
pTx-Pulseq in hybrid sequences: Accessible and advanced hybrid open-source MRI sequences on Philips scanners.
Magnetic resonance in medicine
RCT|prospective|retrospective|case Series|other View Source →PubMed • 2025
Comparative connectomics of Drosophila descending and ascending neurons.
Nature
RCT|prospective|retrospective|case Series|other View Source →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
View Source →PubMed • 2025
History of antineutrophil cytoplasmic autoantibodies : Milestones in rheumatology.
Zeitschrift fur Rheumatologie
View Source →PubMed • 2025
A Hydrophilic Polyurethane Foam Containing Nigella sativa Oil as a Wound Dressing.
BioMed research international
RCT|prospective|retrospective|case Series|other View Source →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Philips UV-A Solarium Type HP 3150 used for?
It is used for phototherapy to treat skin conditions such as psoriasis and vitiligo.
What specialties typically use this device?
Dermatologists primarily use this device in clinical settings.
What are the FDA-cleared indications?
The device is indicated for phototherapy in treating skin conditions that benefit from UV-A exposure, like psoriasis and vitiligo.
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.