510(k) · Cleared
ClearedASCEND Image Viewer
Data to Oct 25, 2026 (FDA decisions) Oct 12, 2026 (recalls) Sep 30, 2026 (MAUDE) refreshed weekly
Ascend Hit · LLZ System, Image Processing, Radiological
Cleared on Feb 14, 2020 as substantially equivalent to K132544 (Tomtec Imaging Systems GmbH, 2013) after a 168-day review. Its family tree reaches back 14 generations to 1995.
- Decided
- Feb 14, 2020
- Review
- 168 days
- Class
- Class II
- Product code
- LLZ
- Recalls
- None
- Predicates
- 1
Its longest line of descent runs back 14 generations to K935595 (1995). 111 ancestors in all, the oldest K894632 (1989). No later device cites it as a predicate yet.
- Root · 14 generations backK935595 Acuson Model 3001Acuson Corp. · 1995
- 10 generations between
- 3 generations backK090461 Image-Arena 4.0 and IA Applications 2D Cardiac Performance Analysis…Tomtec Imaging Systems GmbH · 2009 · Recalled
- 2 generations backK103782 4D MV-Assessment 2.0Tomtec Imaging Systems GmbH · 2011
- 1 generation backK132544 Tomtec-Arena 1.0, Tomtec-Arena 3D Echo, Cardio-ArenaTomtec Imaging Systems GmbH · 2013
- This deviceK192372 ASCEND Image ViewerAscend Hit · 2020
Show all 14 generations
- Root · 14 generations backK935595 Acuson Model 3001Acuson Corp. · 1995
- 13 generations backK973767 Harmonic Imaging with ContrastAcuson Corp. · 1997
- 12 generations backK022567 Sequoia Signature II Diagnostic Ultrasound SystemAcuson Corp. · 2002
- 11 generations backK032114 Sequoia 8.0 Diagnostic Ultrasound SystemSiemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. · 2003
- 10 generations backK041319 Sequoia Diagnostic Ultrasound SystemSiemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. · 2004
- 9 generations backK042770 Modification to Acuson CV70 Cardiovascular SystemSiemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. · 2004 · Recalled
- 8 generations backK050240 Modification to Acuson CV70 Cardiovascular SystemSiemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. · 2005 · Recalled
- 7 generations backK052894 Sonoline G60 S Ultrasound SystemSiemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. · 2005 · Recalled
- 6 generations backK061946 Acuson X300 Diagnostic Ultrasound SystemSiemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. · 2006 · Recalled
- 5 generations backK071036 Modification to Acuson X300 Ultrasound SystemSiemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc., Ultrasound DI · 2007
- 4 generations backK072090 Siemens Diagnostic Ultrasound SystemsSiemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc., Ultrasound DI · 2007
- 3 generations backK090461 Image-Arena 4.0 and IA Applications 2D Cardiac Performance Analysis…Tomtec Imaging Systems GmbH · 2009 · Recalled
- 2 generations backK103782 4D MV-Assessment 2.0Tomtec Imaging Systems GmbH · 2011
- 1 generation backK132544 Tomtec-Arena 1.0, Tomtec-Arena 3D Echo, Cardio-ArenaTomtec Imaging Systems GmbH · 2013
- This deviceK192372 ASCEND Image ViewerAscend Hit · 2020
View FIG. 1 as a table
Line of descent and top descendants
| Generation | Number | Device | Applicant | Decided | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| −14 | K935595 | Acuson Model 3001 | Acuson Corp. | 1995 | — |
| −13 | K973767 | Harmonic Imaging with Contrast | Acuson Corp. | 1997 | — |
| −12 | K022567 | Sequoia Signature II Diagnostic Ultrasound System | Acuson Corp. | 2002 | — |
| −11 | K032114 | Sequoia 8.0 Diagnostic Ultrasound System | Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. | 2003 | — |
| −10 | K041319 | Sequoia Diagnostic Ultrasound System | Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. | 2004 | — |
| −9 | K042770 | Modification to Acuson CV70 Cardiovascular System | Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. | 2004 | 1 |
| −8 | K050240 | Modification to Acuson CV70 Cardiovascular System | Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. | 2005 | 1 |
| −7 | K052894 | Sonoline G60 S Ultrasound System | Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. | 2005 | 1 |
| −6 | K061946 | Acuson X300 Diagnostic Ultrasound System | Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. | 2006 | 1 |
| −5 | K071036 | Modification to Acuson X300 Ultrasound System | Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc., Ultrasound DI | 2007 | — |
| −4 | K072090 | Siemens Diagnostic Ultrasound Systems | Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc., Ultrasound DI | 2007 | — |
| −3 | K090461 | Image-Arena 4.0 and IA Applications 2D Cardiac Performance Analysis 1.0 | Tomtec Imaging Systems GmbH | 2009 | 1 |
| −2 | K103782 | 4D MV-Assessment 2.0 | Tomtec Imaging Systems GmbH | 2011 | — |
| −1 | K132544 | Tomtec-Arena 1.0, Tomtec-Arena 3D Echo, Cardio-Arena | Tomtec Imaging Systems GmbH | 2013 | — |
| 0 (this device) | K192372 | ASCEND Image Viewer | Ascend Hit | 2020 | — |
Other ancestors by year cleared
| Year cleared | Devices | With a Class I recall |
|---|---|---|
| 1989 | 1 | 0 |
| 1990 | 1 | 0 |
| 1992 | 1 | 0 |
| 1993 | 1 | 0 |
| 1994 | 6 | 0 |
| 1995 | 8 | 0 |
| 1996 | 5 | 0 |
| 1997 | 8 | 0 |
| 1998 | 3 | 0 |
| 1999 | 10 | 0 |
| 2000 | 7 | 0 |
| 2001 | 4 | 0 |
| 2002 | 6 | 0 |
| 2003 | 4 | 0 |
| 2004 | 11 | 0 |
| 2005 | 4 | 0 |
| 2006 | 5 | 0 |
| 2007 | 3 | 0 |
| 2008 | 3 | 0 |
| 2010 | 1 | 0 |
| 2011 | 3 | 0 |
| 2012 | 2 | 0 |
Sources: FDA 510(k) database (decision fields), the FDA summary (predicates and indications), FDA recall and enforcement reports, and MAUDE; processed by 510(k) Report. Verify on FDA.gov · Methodology and accuracy.
Planning a device in LLZ? A 510(k) Report weighs predicate choices, recall history and review times for a new device like this one.
Top candidate predicates for a new LLZ device
- #1 K230955 syngo Application Softwarescore 21.5 · 11 generations · no Class I recall
- #2 Held for the reportin the report
- #3 Held for the reportin the report
What was it cleared against? (1)
Devices the submitter claimed this one is substantially equivalent to (*), and reference devices cited for a specific test or feature (†), as written in the FDA summary.
| Type | Number | Device | Decided |
|---|---|---|---|
| * | K132544 | Tomtec-Arena 1.0, Tomtec-Arena 3D Echo, Cardio-ArenaSummary page 4…n Panel: Radiology Substantial Equivalence: ASCEND Image Viewer is substantially equivalent to TomTec Arena (K132544) Indications for Use: ASCEND Image Viewer is a software-only medical device intended for use by trained… | 2013 |
What descends from it?
No later submission names this one as a predicate yet.
Has anything in its family been recalled? (0 Class I)
No FDA recall names this device.
No ancestor or descendant has a Class I recall.
What does this lineage say?
- The line of descent spans 25 years and passes through 5 companies; a new generation was cleared every 11 months on median.
- 19 of the 111 ancestors have a recall of any class.
- 2 other devices also cite its predicate K132544.
How does its category compare?
All LLZ devicesLLZ System, Image Processing, Radiological: FDA decisions, review times, recalls and adverse event reports over 20 years. 2020, this device’s year, is highlighted.
FDA decisions per year · LLZ
58in 2025
2026 to Oct 25, outlined.
Median 510(k) review, days · LLZ
173in 2025
Receipt to decision; years with fewer than 3 clearances left blank.
Recalls per year · LLZ
11in 2025
Class I (0 since 2007) Class II/III not classified
Adverse event reports per year · LLZ
116in 2025
MAUDE reports naming product code LLZ, not matched to any one device; reports are not rates.
View these four charts as a table
| Year | Decisions | Median 510(k) review, days | Recalls (Class I) | MAUDE reports |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 76 | 36 | 20 | 152 |
| 2008 | 94 | 52 | 32 | 154 |
| 2009 | 70 | 62 | 21 | 145 |
| 2010 | 51 | 98 | 17 | 145 |
| 2011 | 106 | 79 | 30 | 454 |
| 2012 | 82 | 87 | 12 | 266 |
| 2013 | 95 | 84 | 64 | 1,130 |
| 2014 | 78 | 89 | 6 | 15,631 |
| 2015 | 64 | 90 | 16 | 211 |
| 2016 | 82 | 90 | 12 | 290 |
| 2017 | 78 | 107 | 5 | 104 |
| 2018 | 104 | 105 | 7 | 72 |
| 2019 | 74 | 107 | 2 | 88 |
| 2020 | 81 | 115 | 6 | 82 |
| 2021 | 83 | 116 | 3 | 70 |
| 2022 | 65 | 137 | 4 | 28 |
| 2023 | 87 | 157 | 8 | 26 |
| 2024 | 62 | 131 | 6 | 42 |
| 2025 | 58 | 173 | 11 | 116 |
| 2026 | 45 | 110 | 14 | — |
What is it indicated for?
ASCEND Image Viewer is a software-only medical device intended for use by trained clinicians to display medical images. ASCEND Image Viewer provides viewing of and measurements on echocardiograms from compatible ultrasound systems that support transthoracic echocardiogram, transesophageal echocardiogram, stress echocardiogram, cath, and vascular study types.
ASCEND Image Viewer is for prescription use only.
Indications for use as stated in the FDA summary.
https://510kreport.com/device/K192372 · printed Nov 5, 2026
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510(k) Report. “K192372: ASCEND Image Viewer.” Lineage record from FDA 510(k) data and the FDA summary. Updated Nov 3, 2026. Accessed Nov 5, 2026. https://510kreport.com/device/K192372
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Record history
- FDA decision record loaded May 2, 2026
- Summary read Oct 13, 2026 (extraction version 9eaa42aa01ed)
- Lineage and recalls computed Nov 3, 2026
- Page last updated Nov 3, 2026