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# AI Ultrasound Gains De Novo Backing for Nerve Block
- URL: https://www.fdaweb.com/ai-ultrasound-gains-de-novo-backing-for-nerve-block/
- Published: 2022-10-24T12:00:00.000Z
- Updated: 2026-09-14T18:04:04.000Z
- Author: David McFarland
- Tags: Devices, #legacy-id-D5153038

FDA has granted Intelligent Ultrasound a de novo marketing authorization for its artificial intelligence (AI) ScanNav Anatomy Peripheral Nerve Block. The company says the device uses the latest AI technology to assist healthcare professionals in identifying and labeling anatomy in live ultrasound images in preparation for ultrasound-guided regional anesthesia. “The real-time anatomy highlighting supports healthcare professionals who perform ultrasound-guided procedures on a less frequent basis by making it easier for them to interpret the ultrasound view of the patient's anatomy,” it says.

The device highlights the anatomy associated with nine common peripheral nerve blocks, the company says, adding that it will be marketed as a stand-alone device that can be plugged into compatible general-purpose diagnostic ultrasound systems. “Users can also re-familiarize themselves with scanning for specific blocks by using the system's integrated 3D animation reference materials,” it says.