V5MS TRANSDUCER AND MPT7-4 MULTIPLANE TRANSESOPHAGEAL TRANSDUCER
K052021 · Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. · ITX · Aug 17, 2005 · Radiology
Device Facts
Record ID
K052021
Device Name
V5MS TRANSDUCER AND MPT7-4 MULTIPLANE TRANSESOPHAGEAL TRANSDUCER
Applicant
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc.
Product Code
ITX · Radiology
Decision Date
Aug 17, 2005
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Special
Regulation
21 CFR 892.1570
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Pediatric
Indications for Use
V5M trans-esophageal echocardiograph (TEE) ultrasound transducer and MPT7-4 multiplane trans-esophageal echocardiograph (TEE) ultrasound transducer are intended primarily for cardiology applications. ACUSON Sequoia™ Ultrasound System is intended for use in the following applications: General Imaging and Cardiology for Fetal, Abdominal, Intraoperative (abdominal and neurological), Pediatrics, Small Organs (breast, testes, thyroid, penis and prostatc), Neonatal/Adult Cephalic, Cardiac (adult, pediatric, and neonatal), Trans-esophageal, Transvaginal, Peripheral Vessel, and Musculo-sceletal (superficial and conventional) applications, and intended uses as defined in the FDA guidance document. The system also provides for the measurement of anatomical structures and for analysis packages that provide information that is used for clinical diagnosis purposes. ACUSON Cypress™ Ultrasound System is intended for use in the following applications: General Imaging and Cardiology for Fetal, Abdominal, Intraoperative (cardiac), Pediatrics, Neonatal Cephalic, Cardiac (adult, pediatric), Trans-esophageal, Peripheral Vessel, Intra-luminal and Intra-cardiac applications, and intended uses as defined in the FDA guidance document. The system also provides for the measurement of anatomical structures and for analysis packages that provide information that is used for clinical diagnosis purposes. ACUSON CV70™ Cardiovascular System is intended for the following applications: Abdominal, Intraoperative, Small Parts, Transcranial, OB/GYN, Cardiac, Intracardiac, Transesophageal, Pelvic, Neonatal/Adult Cephalic, Vascular, Intracascular, Musculoskeletal, Superficial Musculoskeletal, and Peripheral Vascular applications. The system also provides for the measurement of anatomical structures and for analysis packages that provide information that is used for clinical diagnosis purposes. SONOLINE G60S™ Ultrasound System is intended for the following applications: Abdominal, Intraoperative, Small Parts, Transcranial, OB/GYN, Cardiac, Transesophageal, Pelvic, Neonatal/Adult Cephalic, Vascular, Musculoskeletal, Superficial Musculoskeletal, and Peripheral Vascular applications. The system also provides for the measurement of anatomical structures and for analysis packages that provide information that is used for clinical diagnosis purposes.
Device Story
V5M and MPT7-4 are transesophageal echocardiograph (TEE) ultrasound transducers; consist of gastroscope control housing, flexible guide tube, and acoustic array nosepiece. Acoustic array (64 elements) rotates 180 degrees for transverse to inverse transverse imaging planes. Motor-driven rotation controlled by operator via switch; nosepiece articulation via vertebrae section and control wires. Used in clinical settings (e.g., cardiology) by trained clinicians. Provides ultrasound images and fluid flow analysis for anatomical measurement and clinical diagnosis. Benefits include visualization of cardiac structures and hemodynamics via transesophageal approach. Operates with compatible Siemens ultrasound systems (Sequoia, Cypress, CV70, G60S).
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Compliance with safety and performance standards (UL, CSA, AIUM/NEMA, ISO 10993) demonstrated. No clinical data provided.
Technological Characteristics
64-element acoustic array; motor-driven 180-degree rotation; manual nosepiece articulation via control wires. Connectivity: System-specific cable/connector. Standards: UL 2601-1, CSA C22.2 No. 601-1, AIUM/NEMA UD-2/UD-3, ISO 10993-1 (biocompatibility).
Indications for Use
Indicated for diagnostic ultrasound imaging and fluid flow analysis in cardiology and general imaging applications, including fetal, abdominal, intraoperative, pediatric, small organ, neonatal/adult cephalic, cardiac, trans-esophageal, transvaginal, peripheral vessel, and musculoskeletal applications.
Regulatory Classification
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.
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V5M TEE & MPT7-4 TEE ultrasound transducers Special 510 (k): Device Modification
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# 510(k) Summary of Safety and Effectiveness
| Sponsor: | Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc.,<br>Ultrasound Division<br>1230 Shorebird Way<br>P.O. Box 7393<br>Mountain View, California 94039-7393 |
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| Contact Person: | Iskra Mraković |
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| | Manager, Regulatory Affairs |
| Telephone: | (650) 694-5004 |
| Fax: | (650) 943-7053 |
Submission Date: July 25, 2005
| Device Name: | V5Ms Transesophageal Transducer |
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| | MPT7-4 Multiplane Transesophageal Transducer |
Common Name: Diagnostic Ultrasound Transducers
### Classification:
Regulatory Class: II Review Category: Tier II Classification Panel: Radiology
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| Diagnostic Ultrasound Transducer | 892.1570 | 90-ITX |
### Predicate Devices:
V5M TEE transducer has already been cleared on the following ACUSON ultrasound platforms:
- ACUSON Sequoia™ ultrasound system (#K051139) ●
- ACUSON Cypress™ ultrasound system (#K042055) .
- ACUSON CV70™ cardiovascular systems (#K042770) .
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MPT7-4 TEE transducer has already been cleared on the following SONOLINE ultrasound platform:
- SONOLINE G60STM ultrasound system (#K040060) .
### Device Description:
The V5M/MPT7-4 transducers consist of a gastroscope control housing where nosepiece articulation and transducer rotation are controlled. A flexible transesophageal guide tube with a nosepiece containing the acoustic array extends from one end of the control housing and the system cable/connector extends from the other end. The acoustic array has 64 elements and rotates 180 degrees to provide imaging planes from transverse view to inverse transverse view. Rotation is powered by a motor in the control housing and is controlled by the operator using a switch button on the control housing for clockwise and counterclockwise rotation. Nosepiece articulation is achieved by manipulating a vertebrae section adjacent to the nosepiece through a series of control wires attached to knobs on the control housing. The nosepiece can be articulated in both the anterior/posterior and left/right directions.
### Intended Use:
- 1. V5M trans-esophageal echocardiograph (TEE) ultrasound transducer and MPT7-4 multiplane trans-esophageal echocardiograph (TEE) ultrasound transducer are intended primarily for cardiology applications.
- 1.1. ACUSON Sequoia™ Ultrasound System is intended for use in the following applications:
General Imaging and Cardiology for Fetal, Abdominal, Intraoperative (abdominal and neurological), Pediatrics, Small Organs (breast, testes, thyroid, penis and prostatc), Neonatal/Adult Cephalic, Cardiac (adult, pediatric, and neonatal), Trans-esophageal, Transvaginal, Peripheral Vessel, and Musculo-sceletal (superficial and conventional) applications, and intended uses as defined in the FDA guidance document.
The system also provides for the measurement of anatomical structures and for analysis packages that provide information that is used for clinical diagnosis purposes.
- 1.2 ACUSON Cypress™ Ultrasound System is intended for use in the following applications:
General Imaging and Cardiology for Fetal, Abdominal, Intraoperative (cardiac), Pediatrics, Neonatal Cephalic, Cardiac (adult, pediatric), Trans-esophageal,
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The system also provides for the measurement of anatomical structures and for analysis packages that provide information that is used for clinical diagnosis purposes.
#### ACUSON CV70™ Cardiovascular System is intended for the following 1.3 applications:
Abdominal, Intraoperative, Small Parts, Transcranial, OB/GYN, Cardiac, Intracardiac, Transesophageal, Pelvic, Neonatal/Adult Cephalic, Vascular, Intracascular, Musculoskeletal, Superficial Musculoskeletal, and Peripheral Vascular applications.
The system also provides for the measurement of anatomical structures and for analysis packages that provide information that is used for clinical diagnosis purposes.
#### SONOLINE G60S™ Ultrasound System is intended for the following 1.4 applications:
Abdominal, Intraoperative, Small Parts, Transcranial, OB/GYN, Cardiac, Transesophageal, Pelvic, Neonatal/Adult Cephalic, Vascular, Musculoskeletal, Superficial Musculoskeletal, and Peripheral Vascular applications.
The system also provides for the measurement of anatomical structures and for analysis packages that provide information that is used for clinical diagnosis purposes.
The Sequoia Ultrasound System, the Cypress Ultrasound System, the CV70 Cardiovascular System, and the G60S Ultrasound System have been designed to conform to the following product safety standards:
- UL 2601-1, Safety Requirements for Medical Equipment ●
- CSA C22.2 No. 601-1, Safety Requirements for Medical Equipment .
- AIUM/NEMA UD-2, 1998, Acoustic Output Measurement Standard for Diagnostic ● Ultrasound
- AIUM/NEMA UD-3, 1998, Standard for Real Time Display of Thermal and . Mechanical Acoustic Output Indices on Diagnostic Ultrasound Equipment
- 93/42/EEC Medical Device Directive .
- Safety and EMC Requirements for Medical Equipment .
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- ISO 10993-1, Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices -- Part 1: Evaluation and ● Testing
The systems' acoustic output is in accordance with ALARA principle (as low as reasonably achievable)
#### Technological Comparison to Predicate Devices:
V5M TEE ultrasound transducer is substantially equivalent in its technology and functionality to the V5M TEE transducer which is already cleared under the following 510(k) premarket notification numbers: K051139 (ACUSON Sequoia ultrasound system), K042055 (ACUSON Cypress ultrasound system), and K042770 (ACUSON CV70 cardiovascular system).
MPT7-4 TEE ultrasound transducer is substantially equivalent its technology and functionality to the MPT7-4 TEE that is already cleared under the following 510(k) premarket notification number: K040060 (SONOLINE G60S ultrasound system).
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Ms. Iskra Mraković Manager, Regulatory Affairs Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. Ultrasound Division 1230 Shorebird Way P.O. Box 7393 MOUNTAIN VIEW CA 94039-7393
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Trade Name: V5Ms Transesophageal Transducer and MPT7-4 Multiplane Transesophageal Transducer Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.1570 Regulation Name: Diagnostic ultrasonic transducer Regulatory Class: II Product Code: ITX Dated: July 25, 2005 Received: July 29, 2005
Dear Ms. Mraković:
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device we nave reviewed your bootion stylined 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 Increate commerce probles that have been reclassified in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (Act). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to I cuclar I ood, Drug, and Oosmons of the Act. The general controls provisions of the Act include the general connois pro risens sion, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration.
This determination of substantial equivalence applies to the MPT7-4 Multiplane This determination of Substantial veques and with the SONOLINE G60 S Ultrasound System Transesophageal Transesophageal Transducer intended for use with the ACUSON CV70 and the V Stils Transcophiagon Sequoia Diagnostic Ultrasound System, and ACUSON Cypress Ultrasound System as described in your premarket notification.
If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to such additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device it may be subject to sach ademal 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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This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your premarket notification. The FDA finding of substantial equivalence of your device to a legally marketed predicate device results in a classification for your device and thus permits your device to proceed to market.
If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801), please contact the Office of Compliance at (240) 276-0120. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). You may obtain other general information on your responsibilities under the Act from the Division of Small Manufacturers, International and Consumer Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 443-6597 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/industry/support/index.html
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Sincerely yours,
Nancy C. Brogdon
Nancy C. Brogdon Director. Division of Reproductive, Abdominal and Radiological Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
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# Diagnostic Ultrasound Indications for Use Form
510(k) Number (if known):
Device Name:
MPT7-4 Multiplane Transesophageal Transducer for use with: SONOLINE G60 S Ultrasound System
Intended Use:
SONOEIND 000 5 criticid flow analysis of the human body as follows:
| | Mode of Operation | | | | | | | | | |
|----------------------------------|-------------------|---|---|-----|-----|------------------|----------------------|------------------------------|-----------------------|--------------------|
| Clinical Application | A | B | M | PWD | CWD | Color<br>Doppler | Amplitude<br>Doppler | Color<br>Velocity<br>Imaging | Combined<br>(Specify) | Other<br>(Specify) |
| Ophthalmic | | | | | | | | | | |
| Fetal | | | | | | | | | | |
| Abdominal | | | | | | | | | | |
| Intraoperative<br>Abdominal | | | | | | | | | | |
| Intraoperative<br>Neurological | | | | | | | | | | |
| Pediatric | | | | | | | | | | |
| Small Organ<br>(Specify) | | | | | | | | | | |
| Neonatal Cephalic | | | | | | | | | | |
| Adult Cephalic | | | | | | | | | | |
| Cardiac | | | | | | | | | | |
| Trans-esophageal | | P | P | P | P | P | P | | BMDC | Note 2,3,7 |
| Transrectal | | | | | | | | | | |
| Transvaginal | | | | | | | | | | |
| Transurethral | | | | | | | | | | |
| Intravascular | | | | | | | | | | |
| Peripheral vessel | | | | | | | | | | |
| Laparoscopic | | | | | | | | | | |
| Musculo-skeletal<br>Conventional | | | | | | | | | | |
| Musculo-skeletal<br>Superficial | | | | | | | | | | |
| Other (specify) | | | | | | | | | | |
N = new indication; P = previously cleared by FDA; E = added under Appendix E
For example: breast, testes, thyroid, penis, prostate, etc. Note 1
Ensemble tissue harmonic imaging Note 2
Note 3 3D imaging
B&W SieScape panoramic imaging Note 4
Power SieScape panoramic imaging Note 5
For example: abdominal, vascular Note 6
Contrast agent imaging Note 7
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# Diagnostic Ultrasound Indications for Use Form
510(k) Number (if known):
Device Name:
Intended Use:
V5Ms Transesophageal Transducer for use with: ACUSON CV70 Cardiovascular System Ultrasound imaging or fluid flow analysis of the human body as follows:
| | Mode of Operation | | | | | | | | | |
|----------------------------------|-------------------|---|---|-----|-----|------------------|----------------------|------------------------------|-----------------------|--------------------|
| Clinical Application | A | B | M | PWD | CWD | Color<br>Doppler | Amplitude<br>Doppler | Color<br>Velocity<br>Imaging | Combined<br>(Specify) | Other<br>(Specify) |
| Ophthalmic | | | | | | | | | | |
| Fetal | | | | | | | | | | |
| Abdominal | | | | | | | | | | |
| Intraoperative<br>Abdominal | | | | | | | | | | |
| Intraoperative<br>Neurological | | | | | | | | | | |
| Pediatric | | | | | | | | | | |
| Small Organ<br>(Specify) | | | | | | | | | | |
| Neonatal Cephalic | | | | | | | | | | |
| Adult Cephalic | | | | | | | | | | |
| Cardiac | | | | | | | | | | |
| Trans-esophageal | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | | BMDC | Note 2,3 |
| Transrectal | | | | | | | | | | |
| Transvaginal | | | | | | | | | | |
| Transurethral | | | | | | | | | | |
| Intravascular | | | | | | | | | | |
| Peripheral vessel | | | | | | | | | | |
| Laparoscopic | | | | | | | | | | |
| Musculo-skeletal<br>Conventional | | | | | | | | | | |
| Musculo-skeletal<br>Superficial | | | | | | | | | | |
| Other (specify) | | | | | | | | | | |
N = new indication; P = previously cleared by FDA (K032111); E = added under Appendix E
Ensemble tissue harmonic imaging Note 2
3D imaging Note 3
> (PLEASE DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE-CONTINUE ON ANOTHER PAGE IF NEEDED) Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)
> > Prescription Use (Per 21 CFR 801.109)
Nancy brogdon
(Division Sign-Off)
Division of Reproductive, and Radiological Device 5 (O(k) Number __
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## Diagnostic Ultrasound Indications for Use Form
510(k) Number (if known):
Device Name:
V5Ms Transesophageal Transducer for use with ACUSON Sequoia
## Diagnostic Ultrasound System
Ultrasound imaging or fluid flow analysis of the human body as follows: Intended Use:
| Clinical Application | A | B | M | PWD | CWD | Color<br>Doppler | Power<br>(Amplitude)<br>Doppler | Color<br>Velocity<br>Imaging | Combined<br>(Specify) | Other:<br>Harmonic<br>Imaging | Other:<br>3D |
|-----------------------------------|---|---|---|-----|-----|------------------|---------------------------------|------------------------------|-----------------------|-------------------------------|--------------|
| Ophtalmic | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Fetal | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Abdominal | | P | P | P | P | P | P | | P* | P | P |
| Intraoperative<br>Abdominal | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Intraoperative<br>Neurological | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Pediatric | | P | P | P | P | P | P | | P* | P | P |
| Small Organ<br>(Specify)** | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Neonatal Cephalic | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Adult Cephalic | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Cardiac | | | P | P | P | P | P | | P* | P | P |
| Trans-esophageal | | | P | P | P | P | P | | P* | P | P |
| Transrectal | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Transvaginal | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Transurethral | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Intravascular | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Peripheral Vessel | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Laparoscopic | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Musculo-skeletal<br>Conventional | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Musculo-skeletal | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Superficial<br>Other (specify)*** | | | | | | | | | | | |
P=Previously cleared by the FDA under premarket notification K051139, K032114, K022567, K002807, and K973767.
### Additional Comments:
*Combinations include: B+M, B+PWD, B+CWD, B+Color Doppler, B+M+Color Doppler, B+PWD+ Color Doppler, B+CWD+ Color Doppler, B+Power Doppler, B+M+Power Doppler, B+PWD+Power Doppler, B+CWD+Power Doppler, B+Clarify VE _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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Prescription Use (Per 21 CFR 801.109)
Nancy C Brogdon
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Division of Reproductive, Abdomin and Dadiological Devices
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Indications for Use Form
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## Diagnostic Ultrasound Indications for Use Form
510(k) Number (if known):
| Device Name: | V5Ms Transesophageal Transducer for use with ACUSON Cypress<br>Ultrasound System |
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Intended Use:
Diagnostic imaging or fluid flow analysis of the human body as follows:
| | Mode of Operation | | | | | | | | | |
|----------------------------------|-------------------|---|---|-----|-----|------------------|----------------------|------------------------------|-----------------------|--------------------|
| Clinical Application | A | B | M | PWD | CWD | Color<br>Doppler | Amplitude<br>Doppler | Color<br>Velocity<br>Imaging | Combined<br>(Specify) | Other<br>(Specify) |
| Ophthalmic | | | | | | | | | | |
| Fetal | | | | | | | | | | |
| Abdominal | | | | | | | | | | |
| Intraoperative<br>(Note 1) | | P | P | P | P | P | P | | | Note 3 |
| Intraoperative<br>Neurological | | | | | | | | | | |
| Pediatric | | | | | | | | | | |
| Small Organ | | | | | | | | | | |
| Neonatal Cephalic | | | | | | | | | | |
| Adult Cephalic | | | | | | | | | | |
| Cardiac | | P | P | P | P | P | P | | | Note 3,4 |
| Transesophageal | | P | P | P | P | P | P | | | Note 3,4 |
| Transrectal | | | | | | | | | | |
| Transvaginal | | | | | | | | | | |
| Transurethral | | | | | | | | | | |
| Intravascular | | | | | | | | | | |
| Peripheral vessel | | | | | | | | | | |
| Laparoscopic | | | | | | | | | | |
| Musculo-skeletal<br>Conventional | | | | | | | | | | |
| Musculo-skeletal<br>Superficial | | | | | | | | | | |
| Other (specify) | | | | | | | | | | |
N = new indication; P = previously cleared by FDA; E = added under Appendix E
Note l For example: cardiac
Harmonic imaging Note 3
Note 4 Contrast agent imaging
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At least the three most relevant 510(k) or De Novo summaries, in full. After that, use targeted chat questions to confirm your memory quickly. The tool supports this professional habit — it doesn't replace it.
5. Side-by-side comparison
Select multiple rows in the results table (aim for under ~10), then open the PDF Viewer tab. Ask one question — it goes to all selected devices in parallel, each with citations. This is the fastest way to compare and contrast devices: training data, PCCP scope, how they handled adding new scanners, and so on.
What does the side-by-side PDF viewer mode do?
Select multiple devices, open the PDF viewer tab, and ask one question (e.g., "Describe the training data"). It queries all selected devices simultaneously with citations, so you can compare and contrast quickly.
6. Collections
With rows selected, go to the Collections tab and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). Reload that selection any time — before a client call, pull up the collection and ask questions across all of its devices at once.
How do you save a set of selected devices for later use?
Select the rows, go to the Collections tab, and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). You can reload the selection anytime and carry it into the PDF viewer and other tabs that support selections.
7. Product codes and the regulations tree
Click a product code in the results to jump to it in the regulations tree — identification text, sibling product codes, and devices you can open in a PDF viewer on the right. Click a regulation number to see its identification, special controls, and related product codes. You can also search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree. Always read the special controls if any exist for your device — it broadens your search and sharpens pre-kickoff research.
What can you do from the regulations tree view?
Browse product codes and regulation numbers, read the identification text and special controls, browse sibling product codes, open device PDFs on the right, and search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree.
8. Chart view
Click Show Chart and segment by regulation number (or product code) to see which regulations dominate your result set. Clicking a regulation takes you into the regulations tree. Great for spotting that most matches are, say, hardware laparoscopic devices — a cue to go back and filter.
How do you see which regulations dominate a search result set?
Click "Show Chart" and segment by Regulation Number. Clicking a regulation takes you to the regulations tree.
9. The predicate graph
Open the Predicates tab for a family-tree view of predicate relationships. Click a node to trace its parents and children; selections from search carry over pre-selected. Commonly predicated devices are worth reading — a lot of people predicated them for a reason. The visual lineage is also handy on client calls, e.g. to show how a predicate family evolved and justify why your predicate still holds.
In the predicate graph, why are commonly predicated devices worth reading?
A lot of people predicated them for a reason. Clicking a node traces parents and children, and selections from search carry over pre-selected.
10. Embeddings: the galaxy map
The Embeddings tab plots every matching document in a 2-D "galaxy map" where semantically similar devices cluster together. Hover or click clusters to explore, and let AI label the clusters for you. Embeddings beat product codes for grouping: two devices can carry different product codes (LLZ vs. QIH) yet do the same thing — the embedding captures the meaning of the intended use and device story. This is also exactly how retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) works under the hood, and it makes a great visual on client calls.
Try it yourself
Head to the search page and work through a few of these AI/ML fuzzy searches to build intuition: perivascular fat on CT · aortic valve calcification opportunistic screening on noncontrast CT · breast cancer prediction on digital pathology slides · autism detection · gestational age prediction · a hearing aid that can also detect a pulse · foundation model based analysis of ECG · large language models · penetration test. Watch how the relevance scores, intended use, and AI Performance tables tell you when results stop being meaningful.