CIRRUS HD-OCT WITH RETINAL NERVE FIBER LAYER, MACULAR, OPTIC NERVE HEAD, and GANGLION CELL NORMATIVE DATABASES
K111157 · Carl Zeiss Meditec, Inc. · OBO · Jan 19, 2012 · Ophthalmic
Device Facts
Record ID
K111157
Device Name
CIRRUS HD-OCT WITH RETINAL NERVE FIBER LAYER, MACULAR, OPTIC NERVE HEAD, and GANGLION CELL NORMATIVE DATABASES
Applicant
Carl Zeiss Meditec, Inc.
Product Code
OBO · Ophthalmic
Decision Date
Jan 19, 2012
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 886.1570
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Real-World Evidence
Real-World Evidence
Submission
Device
Sponsor
RWD Sources
RWE Use Summary
Key Tags
K111157 · Jan 19, 2012
CIRRUS HD-OCT WITH RETINAL NERVE FIBER LAYER, MACULAR, OPTIC NERVE HEAD, and GANGLION CELL NORMATIVE DATABASES
Carl Zeiss Meditec, Inc.
Retrospective analysis of existing normative database (K083291)
The sponsor performed a post-hoc analysis of previously collected clinical scan data from 282 normal subjects to establish new normative reference databases for Optic Nerve Head and Ganglion Cell Analysis.
Normative Database; Post-hoc analysis; Retrospective clinical data
Clinical Evidence
Study Design
Population
Comparator
Key Endpoints
Optic Nerve Head Normative Database derivation; Post-hoc analysis of retrospective clinical data
282 normal subjects (aged 19-84 years); Sample Size: 282 eyes; Number of Sites: 7
Not applicable for this study
Optic nerve head measurements (Rim Area, Cup-to-Disc Ratio, Cup Volume)
Ganglion Cell Normative Database derivation; Post-hoc analysis of retrospective clinical data
282 normal subjects (aged 19-84 years); Sample Size: 282 subjects; Number of Sites: 7
Not applicable for this study
Ganglion cell plus inner plexiform layer thickness
AI Performance
Output
Algorithm
Acceptance
Observed
Dev DS
Dev Readers
Test DS
Test Readers
Area of sub-RPE illumination
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Mean difference 0.1 (1.9) mm²; R² = 0.82
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Advanced RPE Analysis Study: 52 eyes from 52 subjects
>1 (experts)
Area of RPE elevations
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Advanced RPE Analysis Study: 70 eyes from 70 subjects
>1 (experts)
Indications for Use
The Cirrus™ HD-OCT is a non-contact, high resolution tomographic and biomicroscopic imaging device. It is indicated for in-vivo viewing, axial cross-sectional, and threedimensional imaging and measurement of anterior and posterior ocular structures, including cornea, retinal nerve fiber layer, ganglion cell plus inner plexiform layer, macula, and optic nerve head. The Cirrus normative databases are quantitative tools for the comparison of retinal nerve fiber layer thickness, macular thickness, ganglion cell plus inner plexiform layer thickness, and optic nerve head measurements to a database of normal subjects. The Cirrus HD-OCT is intended for use as a diagnostic device to aid in the detection and management of ocular diseases including, but not limited to, macular holes, cystoid macular edema, diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration, and glaucoma.
Device Story
Cirrus HD-OCT is a computerized, non-contact, high-resolution tomographic imaging instrument using low-coherence interferometry to acquire cross-sectional ocular images. Models 400 and 4000 capture anterior and posterior structures; Model 4000 includes a line scanning ophthalmoscope fundus camera. The device processes scan data to generate thickness/area measurements and 3D tomograms. Clinicians use the system to compare patient results against normative databases for RNFL, macula, ganglion cell plus inner plexiform layer, and optic nerve head parameters. It provides visit-to-visit change analysis for macular thickness and optic disc progression. The device aids physicians in detecting and managing ocular diseases by visualizing retinal layers and quantifying structural changes, potentially improving diagnostic accuracy and monitoring of disease progression.
Clinical Evidence
Clinical studies evaluated automated algorithms for RPE illumination (geographic atrophy) and RPE elevation (drusen) against expert manual segmentation of FAF and color fundus photos. RPE illumination study (n=52 eyes) showed no significant difference between OCT and FAF (mean difference 0.1 mm², R²=0.82). RPE elevation study (n=70 eyes) found OCT and fundus photos provide complementary data. Normative databases (n=282 subjects, 19-84 years) were validated for ONH and GCA parameters. Repeatability and reproducibility studies (n=46-70 subjects per study) demonstrated low SD and CV across operators and devices for all parameters.
Technological Characteristics
Non-contact, low-coherence interferometry; high-resolution tomographic imaging. Models 400 and 4000. Model 4000 features line scanning ophthalmoscope; Model 400 uses OCT scanner for fundus imaging. Software-based normative databases for RNFL, macula, optic nerve head, and ganglion cell plus inner plexiform layer. Age and disc-area corrected normative limits. Connectivity for data analysis and progression tracking.
Indications for Use
Indicated for in-vivo viewing, axial cross-sectional, and 3D imaging/measurement of anterior and posterior ocular structures (cornea, RNFL, ganglion cell plus inner plexiform layer, macula, optic nerve head) in patients requiring diagnostic aid for ocular diseases including macular holes, cystoid macular edema, diabetic retinopathy, AMD, and glaucoma.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An ophthalmoscope is an AC-powered or battery-powered device containing illumination and viewing optics intended to examine the media (cornea, aqueous, lens, and vitreous) and the retina of the eye.
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls). The device, when it is an AC-powered opthalmoscope, a battery-powered opthalmoscope, or a hand-held ophthalmoscope replacement battery, is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 886.9.
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510(k) Premarket Notification Cirrus HD-OCT with RNFL, Macular, Optic Nerve Head and Ganglion Cell Normative Databases Cirrus 6.0 Software
JAN 1 9 2012
## SECTION 5.
## 510(K) SUMMARY
### 5. 510(K) SUMMARY
### 510(k) SUMMARY (per 21 CFR §807.92)
### Cirrus HD-OCT with Retinal Nerve Fiber Layer (RNFL), Macular, Optic Nerve Head and Ganglion Cell Normative Databases
### GENERAL INFORMATION
| Manufacturer: | Carl Zeiss Meditec Inc.<br>5160 Hacienda Drive<br>Dublin, California 94568<br>(925) 557-4616 (phone)<br>(925) 557-4259 (fax)<br>Est. Reg. No. 2918630 |
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| Contact Person: | Judith A. Brimacombe, MA<br>Director, Regulatory/Clinical Affairs<br>Carl Zeiss Meditec Inc.<br>5160 Hacienda Drive<br>Dublin, California 94568<br>(925) 557-4616 (phone)<br>(925) 557-4259 (fax) |
| Date Summary Prepared: | January 19, 2012 |
| Classification Name: | Tomography, Optical Coherence; Ophthalmoscope |
| Classification: | Class II (acc. 21 CFR 886.1570) |
| Product Code: | OBO |
| Trade/Proprietary Name: | Cirrus HD-OCT with Retinal Nerve Fiber Layer (RNFL),<br>Macular, Optic Nerve Head and Ganglion Cell Normative<br>Databases |
| Models: | 400 and 4000 |
| PREDICATE DEVICE | |
| Company:<br>Device: | Carl Zeiss Meditec, Inc.<br>Cirrus™ HD-OCT (K083291) |
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### 510(K) SUMMARY
| Company: | Heidelberg Engineering, Inc. |
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| Device: | SpectralisTM HRA+OCT (K101223) |
| Company: | Optovue, Inc. |
| Device: | RTVue with Normative Database (K101505) |
#### INTENDED USE
The Cirrus™ HD-OCT with Retinal Nerve Fiber Layer (RNFL), Macular, Optic Nerve Head and Ganglion Cell Normative Databases is indicated for in-vivo viewing, axial cross-sectional, and three-dimensional imaging and measurement of anterior and posterior ocular structures.
#### INDICATIONS FOR USE
The Cirrus™ HD-OCT is a non-contact, high resolution tomographic and biomicroscopic imaging device. It is indicated for in-vivo viewing, axial cross-sectional, and threedimensional imaging and measurement of anterior and posterior ocular structures, including cornea, retinal nerve fiber layer, ganglion cell plus inner plexiform layer, macula, and optic nerve head. The Cirrus normative databases are quantitative tools for the comparison of retinal nerve fiber layer thickness, macular thickness, ganglion cell plus inner plexiform layer thickness, and optic nerve head measurements to a database of normal subjects. The Cirrus HD-OCT is intended for use as a diagnostic device to aid in the detection and management of ocular diseases including, but not limited to, macular holes, cystoid macular edema, diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration, and glaucoma.
#### DEVICE DESCRIPTION
The Cirrus™ HD-OCT is a computerized instrument that acquires and analyzes crosssectional tomograms of anterior and posterior ocular structures (including cornea, retina, retinal nerve fiber layer, macula, and optic disc). It employs non-invasive, non-contact, low-coherence interferometry to obtain these high-resolution images. Using this noninvasive optical technique, Cirrus HD-OCT produces high-resolution cross-sectional tomograms of the eye without contacting the eye. It also produces images of the retina and layers of the retina from an en face perspective (i.e., as if looking directly in the eye).
The Cirrus HD-OCT is offered in two models, Model 4000 and Model 400. In the Cirrus HD-OCT Model 4000 instrument, the fundus camera is a line scanning ophthalmoscope. The Cirrus HD-OCT Model 400 is similar to the Model 4000 except that it provides the fundus image using the OCT scanner only.
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# 510(K) SUMMARY
The acquired imaging data can be analyzed to provide thickness and area measurements of regions of interest to the clinician. The system uses acquired data to determine the fovea location or the optic disc location. Measurements can then be oriented using the fovea and/or optic disc locations. The patient's results can be compared to subjects without disease for measurements of RNFL thickness, neuroretinal rim area, average and vertical cup-to-disc area ratio, cup volume, macular thickness and ganglion cell plus inner plexiform layer thickness.
Visit-to-visit comparison of images and measurements is available for the macula. Specifically, change in macular thickness, area and volume of Retinal Pigment Epithelium (RPE) elevations, area of sub-RPE illumination and distance of Sub-RPE illumination to the fovea. Change analysis of multiple visits, up to eight, can be performed for RNFL thickness, neuroretinal rim area, average and vertical cup-to-disc area ratio, cup volume, and macular thickness.
### Advanced RPE Measurements
The Advanced RPE Analysis allows the user to examine the status of the RPE in greater detail than the Macular Thickness Analysis. In particular, Cirrus provides two algorithms, one to identify and measure areas of sub-RPE illumination where the OCT is able to penetrate through to the choroid, indicating that the RPE is atrophic (often associated with geographic atrophy), and one to identify and measure elevations in the RPE (often associated with drusen).
### Ganglion Cell Analysis Measurements
The Ganglion Cell Analysis (GCA) measures the thickness of the sum of the ganglion cell layer and inner plexiform layer (GCL + IPL) using data from the Macular 200 x 200 or Macular 512 x 128 cube scan patterns.
### Guided Progression Analysis (GPA)
GPA compares measurements from the Optic Disc cube 200 x 200 scan over time and determines if change over time has occurred that exceeds the test-retest variability. The analysis includes a chronological display of RNFL thickness maps, RNFL change maps, cup and disc boundaries, and thickness graphs representing rate of change for average thickness parameters and average cup-to-disc ratio as well as RNFL thickness profiles comparing the current exam to the baseline exams.
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### 510(K) SUMMARY
### SUBSTANTIAL EQUIVALENCE
It is the opinion of Carl Zeiss Meditec, Incorporated that the Cirrus HD-OCT with Retinal Nerve Fiber Layer (RNFL), Macular, Optic Nerve Head and Ganglion Cell Normative Databases is substantially equivalent to the Cirrus HD-OCT with Retinal Nerve Fiber Layer (RNFL) and Macular Normative Databases, the Heidelberg Engineering Spectralis™ HRA+OCT and the Optovue RTVue®. The indications for use for the Cirrus HD-OCT with Retinal Nerve Fiber Layer (RNFL), Macular, Optic Nerve Head and Ganglion Cell Normative Databases is similar to the indications for the predicate devices cited in this application. A technological comparison and clinical testing demonstrate that the Cirrus HD-OCT with Retinal Nerve Fiber Layer (RNFL), Macular. Optic Nerve Head and Ganglion Cell Normative Databases is functionally equivalent to the predicate devices.
Evaluation performed on the Cirrus HD-OCT with Retinal Nerve Fiber Layer (RNFL), Macular, Optic Nerve Head and Ganglion Cell Normative Databases supports the expanded indications for use statement and demonstrates that the device is substantially equivalent to the predicate devices and does not raise new questions regarding safety and effectiveness.
### CLINICAL EVALUATION
Clinical data were collected and evaluated to support the indications for use statement for the Cirrus HD-OCT with Retinal Nerve Fiber Layer (RNFL), Macular, Optic Nerve Head and Ganglion Cell Normative Databases and to demonstrate substantial equivalence to the Cirrus HD-OCT with RNFL and Macular Normative Databases and to the SpectralisTM HRA+OCT. These studies are summarized below.
### Advanced RPE Analysis Study: Measurements of Area of Increased Illumination Under the RPE
To evaluate the Cirrus HD-OCT's method of measuring areas of sub-RPE illumination, a non-significant risk clinical study was conducted to compare the Cirrus HD-OCT automated measurements of the illumination area under the retinal pigment epithelium (RPE) to expert manual measurements of areas of hypofluorescence typical of geographic atrophy in fundus autofluorescence (FAF) images taken with the Spectralis HRA+OCT (Spectralis Heidelberg Retina Angiograph (HRA) and Spectralis OCT). Only subjects that were being evaluated for dry AMD with geographic atrophy and who were scheduled for FAF imaging were recruited into the study.
Four sites participated in the clinical data collection. Fifty-two eyes from 52 subjects were included in the data analysis. The mean (SD) lesion size detected in the study was
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# 510(K) SUMMARY
5.9 (4.5) mm² for FAF and 5.8 (4.0) mm² for OCT; the mean difference was 0.1 (1.9) mm . A paired t-test showed no significant difference between the measurements obtained by the two instruments. Regression analysis showed good correlation between FAF and OCT measurements with a slope of 0.81, an intercept of 1.05, and an R+ of 0.82.
The differences between the two imaging modalities did not appear to affect the measurement outcomes. The results of the study showed that GA area measurements from expert manual segmentation of FAF images and the Cirrus HD-OCT automated algorithm were comparable.
### Advanced RPE Analysis Study: Measurements of Elevated RPE
To evaluate the Cirrus HD-OCT's automated method of measuring elevated RPE, a nonsignificant risk clinical study was conducted to compare the areas designated as elevated retinal pigment epithelium (RPE) by an automated algorithm of the Cirrus HD-OCT to those manually drawn by experts designated as drusen on color fundus photographs (CFPs). Subjects were 50 years of age and older with a diagnosis of dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD) with macular drusen.
Three sites participated in the clinical data collection. Seventy eyes from 70 subjects were considered for inclusion in the data analysis. The results showed that there were significant differences between the two modalities that can be explained by the fundamental differences in the technology. Drusen maps from OCT data represented significant disruptions to the RPE geometry, while color fundus photos identified abnormalities in macular pigmentation. From this study, it can be concluded that these two modalities provide complementary information that is useful for evaluating patients with age-related macular degeneration.
### Optic Nerve Head Normative Database
The Optic Nerve Head Analysis (ONH) Normative Database compares optic nerve head measurements in a population of normal subjects. It was derived from a post-hoc analysis of the 200 x 200 optic disc cube scans from 282 eyes of the 284 eyes included in the RNFL normative database referenced in a previous 510(k), K083291. The normative database is comprised of 282 subjects, aged 19-84 years. The data were collected from seven sites. The normative database has a fairly even gender distribution (133 males, 149 females). Ethnicity breakdown of the normative database is as follows: 43% Caucasians, 24% Asians, 18% African American, 12% Hispanic, 1% Indian, and 6% mixed ethnicity.
The optic nerve head parameters were found to depend on optic disc area and age. Therefore, both optic disc area-correction and age-correction were performed in generating the normal limits. The majority of disc areas were between 1.3 mm4 and
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## 510(K) SUMMARY
2.5 mm². As such, normal limits were not defined for eyes with disc sizes outside of this range. The optic disc parameters that may be compared include Rim Area, Average Cupto-Disc Ratio, Vertical Cup-to-Disc Ratio, and Cup Volume.
### Ganglion Cell Normative Database
The Cirrus Ganglion Cell normative database was derived from a post-hoc analysis of the Macula normative database referenced in a previous 510(k), K083291. To establish reference values, the scans acquired as part of the Cirrus HD-OCT Macular Thickness normative database were analyzed using a segmentation algorithm that identifies the thickness of the combined ganglion cell plus inner plexiform layers.
The database parameters are the same as those used in the original macula normative database. The Ganglion Cell Analysis database utilized the same 282 subjects, aged 19-84 years that were deemed representative of a normal population. The data was collected from seven sites. The normative database is age-corrected and has a gender distribution of 133 males, 149 females. Ethnicity breakdown of the normative database is as follows: 43% Caucasians, 24% Asians, 18% African American, 12% Hispanic, 1% Indian, and 6% mixed ethnicity.
### Measurements of Area of Increased Illumination Under the RPE Repeatability and Reproducibility
A non-significant risk single-site clinical study was conducted wherein subjects identified to have dry AMD with geographic atrophy were examined on three Cirrus HD-OCT instruments by three operators. For the inter-device phase of the study, all three units were used and a single operator performed all scans. For the inter-operator phase of the study, three operators obtained scans and only the Cirrus HD-OCT Unit 1 was used.
A total number of 46 subjects were enrolled in Phase 1 study. There were 49 eyes of 37 subjects qualified for inclusion in the data analysis. A total number of 46 subjects were enrolled in Phase 2. There were 53 eyes of 39 subjects qualified for inclusion in the data analysis. •
Tables 1 and 2 present the repeatability and the reproducibility standard deviation (SD) and limits of the sub-RPE illumination area measurements and the closest distance to the fovea by the automated algorithm for both 200 x 200 and 512 x 128 scans.
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#### Table 1. Repeatability and Reproducibility of Area of Sub-RPE Illumination Automated Algorithm
| | Repeatability | | Reproducibility | | |
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| Scan | Repeatability<br>SD<br>(mm2) | Repeatability<br>Limita<br>(mm2) | Reproducibility<br>SD<br>(mm2) | Reproducibility<br>Limitb<br>(mm2) | CVc |
| 200x200 Scan | 0.8887 | 2.4885 | 0.9450 | 2.6460 | 12.5% |
| 512x128 Scan | 0.8683 | 2.4313 | 1.0317 | 2.8889 | 15.8% |
| a. Repeatability Limit is the upper 95% limit for the difference between repeated results. Per ISO 5725-1 and ISO<br>5725-6, Repeatability Limit = 2.8 x Repeatability SD. | | | | | |
| b. Reproducibility Limit is the upper 95% limit calculated for the difference between results repeated with different<br>operators on different instruments. Per ISO 5725-1 and ISO 5725-6, Reproducibility limit = 2.8 x Reproducibility<br>SD. | | | | | |
| c. Coefficient of Variability is CV = SD divided by the mean. | | | | | |
#### Table 2. Repeatability and Reproducibility of Closest Distance to Fovea Automated Algorithm
| Scan | Repeatability | | Reproducibility | |
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| | Repeatability<br>SD<br>(mm) | Repeatability<br>Limita<br>(mm) | Reproducibility<br>SD<br>(mm) | Reproducibility<br>Limitb<br>(mm) |
| 200x200 Scan | 0.0739 | 0.2070 | 0.0762 | 0.2133 |
| 512x128 Scan | 0.1247 | 0.3492 | 0.1257 | 0.3520 |
| a. Repeatability Limit is the upper 95% limit for the difference between repeated results. Per ISO 5725-1<br>and ISO 5725-6, Repeatability Limit = 2.8 x Repeatability SD.<br>b. Reproducibility Limit is the upper 95% limit calculated for the difference between results repeated<br>with different operators on different instruments. Per ISO 5725-1 and ISO 5725-6, Reproducibility limit<br>= 2.8 x Reproducibility SD. | | | | |
Tables 3 and 4 present the repeatability and the reproducibility standard deviation (SD) and limits of the sub-RPE illumination area measurements and the closest distance to the fovea after manual editing for the 200 x 200 scans. There was a significant improvement in all the repeatability and reproducibility values when manual editing was performed.
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#### Table 3. Repeatability and Reproducibility of Area of Sub-RPE Illumination Manually Edited
| | Repeatability | | Reproducibility | | |
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| Scan | Repeatability<br>SD<br>(mm2) | Repeatability<br>Limita<br>(mm2) | Reproducibility<br>SD<br>(mm2) | Reproducibility<br>Limitb<br>(mm2) | CVc |
| 200x200 Scan | 0.2273 | 0.6365 | 0.3823 | 1.0705 | 4.3% |
| a. Repeatability Limit is the upper 95% limit for the difference between repeated results. Per ISO 5725-1 and ISO<br>5725-6, Repeatability Limit = 2.8 x Repeatability SD. | | | | | |
| b. Reproducibility Limit is the upper 95% limit calculated for the difference between results repeated with different<br>operators on different instruments. Per ISO 5725-1 and ISO 5725-6, Reproducibility limit = 2.8 x Reproducibility<br>SD. | | | | | |
| c. Coefficient of Variability is CV = SD divided by the mean. | | | | | |
#### Table 4. Repeatability and Reproducibility of Closest Distance to Fovea Manually Edited
| | Repeatability | | Reproducibility | |
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| Scan | Repeatability<br>SD<br>(mm) | Repeatability<br>Limita<br>(mm) | Reproducibility<br>SD<br>(mm) | Reproducibility<br>Limitb<br>(mm) |
| 200x200 Scan | 0.0354 | 0.0990 | 0.0439 | 0.1229 |
| a. Repeatability Limit is the upper 95% limit for the difference between repeated results. Per ISO 5725-1<br>and ISO 5725-6, Repeatability Limit = 2.8 x Repeatability SD. | | | | |
| b. Reproducibility Limit is the upper 95% limit calculated for the difference between results repeated<br>with different operators on different instruments. Per ISO 5725-1 and ISO 5725-6, Reproducibility limit<br>= 2.8 x Reproducibility SD. | | | | |
### Measurements of Elevated RPE Repeatability and Reproducibility
A non-significant risk single-site clinical study was conducted wherein subjects identified to have dry AMD with macular drusen were examined on three Cirrus HD-OCT instruments by three operators. For the inter-device phase of the study, all three units were used and a single operator performed all scans. For the inter-operator phase of the study, three operators obtained scans and only the Cirrus HD-OCT Unit 1 was used.
A total number of 39 subjects were enrolled in Phase 1 study. There were 26 eyes of 23 subjects qualified for inclusion in the data analysis. A total number of 39 subjects were enrolled in Phase 2. There were 24 eyes of 21 subjects qualified for inclusion in the data analysis.
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## 510(K) SUMMARY
Tables 5 and 6 present the repeatability and the reproducibility standard deviation (SD) and limits of the area (Table 5) and volume (Table 6) of the RPE elevations by the automated algorithm for both 200 x 200 and 512 x 128 scans within the 3 and 5 mm circles.
| Circle | Repeatability | | Reproducibility | | CVc |
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| | Repeatability<br>SD<br>(mm²) | Repeatability<br>Limita<br>(mm²) | Reproducibility<br>SD<br>(mm²) | Reproducibility<br>Limitb<br>(mm²) | |
| 200x200 Scan | | | | | |
| 3 mm Circle | 0.1295 | 0.3626 | 0.1568 | 0.4389 | 10.1% |
| 5 mm Circle | 0.1012 | 0.2834 | 0.1455 | 0.4073 | 4.9% |
| 512x128 Scan | | | | | |
| 3 mm Circle | 0.0837 | 0.2343 | 0.0998 | 0.2794 | 7.5% |
| 5 mm Circle | 0.1537 | 0.4304 | 0.1936 | 0.5422 | 9.6% |
| a. Repeatability Limit is the upper 95% limit for the difference between repeated results. Per ISO 5725-1 and ISO<br>5725-6, Repeatability Limit = 2.8 x Repeatability SD. | | | | | |
| b. Reproducibility Limit is the upper 95% limit calculated for the difference between results repeated with different<br>operators on different instruments Per ISO 5725-1 and ISO 5725-6, Reproducibility limit = 2.8 x Reproducibility SD. | | | | | |
| c. Coefficient of Variability is CV = SD divided by the mean. | | | | | |
### Table 5. Repeatability and Reproducibility of Area of RPE Elevations
#### Table 6. Repeatability and Reproducibility of Volume of RPE Elevations
| | Repeatability | | Reproducibility | | |
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| Circle | Repeatability<br>SD<br>(mm²) | Repeatability<br>Limita<br>(mm²) | Reproducibility<br>SD<br>(mm²) | Reproducibility<br>Limitb<br>(mm²) | CVc |
| 200x200 Scan | | | | | |
| 3 mm Circle | 0.0117 | 0.0327 | 0.0122 | 0.0341 | 15.2% |
| 5 mm Circle | 0.0098 | 0.0275 | 0.0106 | 0.0298 | 8.3% |
| 512x128 Scan | | | | | |
| 3 mm Circle | 0.0074 | 0.0206 | 0.0084 | 0.0235 | 12.0% |
| 5 mm Circle | 0.0088 | 0.0245 | 0.0103 | 0.0288 | 11.4% |
| a. Repeatability Limit is the upper 95% limit for the difference between repeated results. Per ISO 5725-1 and ISO<br>5725-6, Repeatability Limit = 2.8 x Repeatability SD. | | | | | |
| b. Reproducibility Limit is the upper 95% limit calculated for the difference between results repeated with different<br>operators on different instruments. Per ISO 5725-1 and ISO 5725-6, Reproducibility limit = 2.8 x Reproducibility SD. | | | | | |
| c. Coefficient of Variability is CV = SD divided by the mean. | | | | | |
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### Optic Nerve Head and Ganglion Cell Analysis Repeatability and Reproducibility
A non-significant risk clinical study was conducted with 63 normal subjects to determine the inter-operator and inter-device repeatability of Cirrus optic nerve head parameters. The study was performed in two phases. Phase 1 was inter-operator testing, wherein four operators acquired measurements on one Cirrus HD-OCT unit. Phase 2 was inter-device testing, wherein one operator acquired measurements on four Cirrus HD-OCT units. The repeatability and reproducibility standard deviation (SD) and limits for the ONH and GCA parameters are shown in Table 7.
| | Repeatability | | Reproducibility | | |
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| | Repeatability<br>SD | Repeatability<br>Limita | Reproducibility<br>SD | Reproducibility<br>Limitb | CVc |
| GCA Parameters | | | | | |
| Average Thickness (µm) | 0.5839 | 1.6348 | 0.7479 | 2.0942 | 0.7% |
| Minimum Thickness (µm) | 2.8630 | 8.0165 | 2.8935 | 8.1018 | 2.5% |
| Temporal-Superior Thickness<br>(µm) | 0.8394 | 2.3502 | 0.9496 | 2.6590 | 1.0% |
| Superior Thickness (µm) | 0.9115 | 2.5522 | 1.0723 | 3.0024 | 1.1% |
| Nasal-Superior Thickness<br>(µm) | 0.9198 | 2.5753 | 1.0412 | 2.9154 | 1.0% |
| Nasal-Inferior Thickness<br>(µm) | 1.6735 | 4.6857 | 1.7330 | 4.8525 | 1.5% |
| Inferior Thickness (µm) | 0.9962 | 2.7894 | 1.1907 | 3.3339 | 1.2% |
| Temporal-Inferior Thickness<br>(µm) | 0.8196 | 2.2948 | 0.9177 | 2.5696 | 1.0% |
| ONH Parameters | | | | | |
| Cup Disc Ratio | 0.0136 | 0.0380 | 0.0242 | 0.0679 | 5.4% |
| Vertical CD Ratio | 0.0243 | 0.0681 | 0.0302 | 0.0846 | 7.1% |
| Disc Area (mm²) | 0.0538 | 0.1506 | 0.0942 | 0.2637 | 5.4% |
| Rim Area (mm²) | 0.0420 | 0.1177 | 0.0619 | 0.1733 | 4.7% |
| Cup Volume (mm³) | 0.0065 | 0.0181 | 0.0102 | 0.0287 | 7.8% |
| a. Repeatability Limit is the upper 95% limit for the difference between repeated results. Per ISO 5725-1 and ISO 5725-6, Repeatability Limit = 2.8 x Repeatability SD. | | | | | |
| b. Reproducibility Limit is the upper 95% limit calculated for the difference between results repeated with different operators on different instruments. Per ISO 5725-1 and ISO 5725-6, Reproducibility limit = 2.8 x Reproducibility SD. | | | | | |
| c. Coefficient of Variability is CV = SD divided by the mean. | | | | | |
#### Table 7. Cirrus Repeatability and Reproducibility of GCA and ONH Parameters -Normal Subjects
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A clinical study was conducted with 55 glaucomatous subjects to determine the intra-visit and inter-visit repeatability of Cirrus HD-OCT optic nerve head parameters. The study was performed in two phases. Phase 1 of the study was designed to determine intra-visit variability, wherein each subject was imaged three times during a single visit on one Cirrus HD-OCT by one operator. Phase 2 was designed to determine inter-visit variability, wherein each subject was imaged on four subsequent visits by one operator.
The study subjects ranged in age from 46 to 87 years; the mean was 70.7 ± 11.1 years. The glaucomatous subjects were comprised of 26 mild, 11 moderate, and 18 severe cases. The repeatability and visit-to-visit variability standard deviation (SD) and limits for the ONH parameters are shown in Table 8.
| | Repeatability<br>SD | Repeatability<br>Limit(a) | Visit-to-Visit<br>Variability<br>SD | Visit-to-Visit<br>Variability<br>Limit(b) | CV%(c) |
|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------|---------------------------|-------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------|--------|
| Disc Area | 0.084 mm² | 0.233 mm² | 0.084 mm² | 0.233 mm² | 4.4% |
| Rim Area | 0.045 mm² | 0.125 mm² | 0.045 mm² | 0.125 mm² | 6.6% |
| Average<br>Cup-to-Disc<br>Ratio | 0.009 | 0.025 | 0.009 | 0.025 | 1.2% |
| Vertical<br>Cup-to-Disc<br>Ratio | 0.014 | 0.039 | 0.015 | 0.042 | 1.9% |
| Cup<br>Volume | 0.032 mm³ | 0.089 mm³ | 0.063 mm³ | 0.175 mm³ | 11.7% |
| (a) Repeatability Limit is the upper 95% limit for the difference between repeated results. Per ISO 5725-1<br>and ISO 5725-6, Repeatability Limit = 2.8 x Repeatability SD. | | | | | |
| (b) Visit to Visit Variability Limit is the upper 95% limit for the difference between repeated results over<br>multiple visits. Per ISO 5725-1 and ISO 5725-6, Visit to Visit Variability Limit = 2.8 x Visit to Visit SD. | | | | | |
| (c) Coefficient of Variability is CV = SD divided by the mean. | | | | | |
| Note: Operator and device variability were not considered for this study. | | | | | |
### Table 8. Repeatability and Visit-to-Visit Variability of ONH Parameters -Glaucomatous Subjects
<sup>1</sup> Derived from Mwanza, JC, Chang, RT, Budenz, DL, Durbin, MK, Gendy, MG, Shi, W, Feuer WJ. Reproducibility of Peripapillary Retinal Nerve Fiber Layer Thickness and Optic Nerve Head Parameters Measured with Cirrus HD-OCT in Glaucomatous Eyes. IOVS 2010; 51:5724-5730.
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## 510(K) SUMMARY
A total of 119 subjects with glaucoma were enrolled in a clinical study conducted at four sites. Ninety-four subjects with two qualified scans each were included in the analysis, of which 45 were categorized as mild glaucoma, 20 as moderate glaucoma and 19 as severe glaucoma. The mean age of the included subjects was 66.9 years, with a range from 43 to 89 years. The repeatability SD and limits for the GCA parameters are shown in Table 9.
| GCA<br>Parameters (μm) | Repeatability<br>SD | Repeatability<br>Limita | CVb<br>% |
|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------|-------------------------|----------|
| Overall | | | |
| Average GCL + IPL Thickness | 0.6274 | 1.7567 | 1.0% |
| Minimum GCL + IPL Thickness | 1.5246 | 4.2689 | 2.6% |
| Temporal-Superior GCL + IPL Thickness | 1.2204 | 3.4171 | 1.8% |
| Superior GCL + IPL Thickness | 1.2653 | 3.5429 | 1.8% |
| Nasal-Superior GCL + IPL Thickness | 0.8219 | 2.3013 | 1.2% |
| Nasal-Inferior GCL + IPL Thickness | 1.1204 | 3.1371 | 1.7% |
| Inferior GCL + IPL Thickness | 1.0569 | 2.9593 | 1.7% |
| Temporal-Inferior GCL + IPL Thickness | 1.2160 | 3.4049 | 2.0% |
| Mild Glaucoma | | | |
| Average GCL + IPL Thickness | 0.5099 | 1.4277 | 0.7% |
| Minimum GCL + IPL Thickness | 0.9000 | 2.5200 | 1.4% |
| Temporal-Superior GCL + IPL Thickness | 0.8062 | 2.2574 | 1.2% |
| Superior GCL + IPL Thickness | 1.0198 | 2.8555 | 1.4% |
| Nasal-Superior GCL + IPL Thickness | 0.8367 | 2.3426 | 1.1% |
| Nasal-Inferior GCL + IPL Thickness | 1.1489 | 3.2170 | 1.6% |
| Inferior GCL + IPL Thickness | 1.0677 | 2.9896 | 1.6% |
| Temporal-Inferior GCL + IPL Thickness | 1.0488 | 2.9367 | 1.6% |
| Moderate Glaucoma | | | |
| Average GCL + IPL Thickness | 0.7661 | 2.1452 | 1.2% |
| Minimum GCL + IPL Thickness | 1.1132 | 3.1169 | 2.1% |
| Temporal-Superior GCL + IPL Thickness | 1.3433 | 3.7611 | 2.1% |
| Superior GCL + IPL Thickness | 1.8238 | 5.1065 | 2.9% |
| Nasal-Superior GCL + IPL Thickness | 0.8209 | 2.2986 | 1.2% |
| Nasal-Inferior GCL + IPL Thickness | 0.8341 | 2.3354 | 1.4% |
| Inferior GCL + IPL Thickness | 1.1325 | 3.1711 | 2.0% |
| Temporal-Inferior GCL + IPL Thickness | 0.8723 | 2.4424 | 1.5% |
| Severe Glaucoma | | | |
| Average GCL + IPL Thickness | 0.7071 | 1.9799 | 1.2% |
| Minimum GCL + IPL Thickness | 2.6682 | 7.4708 | 5.3% |
| Temporal-Superior GCL + IPL Thickness | 1.7728 | 4.9639 | 2.9% |
| Superior GCL + IPL Thickness | 1.0235 | 2.8659 | 1.6% |
| Nasal-Superior GCL + IPL Thickness | 0.7868 | 2.2030 | 1.2% |
| Nasal-Inferior GCL + IPL Thickness | 1.3093 | 3.6661 | 2.1% |
| Inferior GCL + IPL Thickness | 0.9386 | 2.6281 | 1.6% |
| Temporal-Inferior GCL + IPL Thickness | 1.7795 | 4.9826 | 3.3% |
| a. Repeatability Limit is the upper 95% limit for the difference between repeated results. Per ISO 5725-1 and ISO 5725-6. Repeatability Limit = 2.8 x Repeatability SD. | | | |
### Table 9. Repeatability of GCA Parameters - Glaucomatous Subjects
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#### 510(k) Premarket Notification Cirrus HD-OCT with RNFL, Macular, Optic Nerve Head and Ganglion Cell Normative Databases Cirrus 6 0 Software
## SECTION 5.
## 510(K) SUMMARY
b. Coefficient of Variability is CV = SD divided by the mean.
### SUMMARY
As described in this 510(k) Summary, all testing deemed necessary was conducted on the Cirrus HD-OCT with Retinal Nerve Fiber Layer (RNFL), Macular, Optic Nerve Head and Ganglion Cell Normative Databases to ensure that the device is safe and effective for its intended use when used in accordance with its Instructions for Use.
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Carl Zeiss Meditec, Inc. c/o Ms. Judith A. Brimacombe, M.A. Director, Clinical/Regulatory Affairs 5160 Hacienda Drive Dublin, CA 94568
Re: K111157
Trade/Device Name: Cirrus HD-OCT with Retinal Nerve Fiber Layer, Macular, Optic Nerve Head and Ganglion Cell Normative Databases; Model 4000 and 400 Regulation Number: 21 CFR 886.1570 Regulation Name: Ophthalmoscope Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: OBO Dated: December 9, 2011 Received: December 12, 2011
Dear Ms. Brimacombe:
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device referenced above and have determined 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 Amendments, or to devices that have been reclassified in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (Act) that do not require approval of a premarket approval application (PMA). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. The general controls provisions of the Act include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration. Please note: CDRH does not evaluate information related to contract liability warranties. We remind you, however, that device labeling must be truthful and not misleading.
If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal 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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Please be advised that FDA's issuance of a substantial equivalence determination does not mean that FDA has made a determination that your device complies with other requirements of the Act or any Federal statutes and regulations administered by other Federal agencies. You must comply with all the Act's requirements, including, but not limited to: registration and listing (21 CFR Part 807); labeling (21 CFR Part 801); medical device reporting (reporting of medical device-related adverse events) (21 CFR 803); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820); and if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050.
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Sincerely yours,
Kesia Alexander
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#### INDICATIONS FOR USE STATEMENT SECTION 4.
#### 4. INDICATIONS FOR USE STATEMENT
510(k) Number (if known): K111157
Cirrus HD-OCT with Retinal Nerve Fiber Layer (RNFL), Macular, Device Name: Optic Nerve Head, and Ganglion Cell Normative Databases
400 and 4000 Models:
Indications for Use:
The Cirrus™ HD-OCT is a non-contact, high resolution tomographic and biomicroscopic imaging device. It is indicated for in-vivo viewing, axial cross-sectional, and threedimensional imaging and measurement of anterior and posterior ocular structures, including cornea, retinal nerve fiber layer, ganglion cell plus inner plexiform layer, macula, and optic nerve head. The Cirrus normative databases are quantitative tools for the comparison of retinal nerve fiber layer thickness, macular thickness, ganglion cell plus inner plexiform layer thickness, and optic nerve head measurements to a database of normal subjects. The Cirrus HD-OCT is intended for use as a diagnostic device to aid in the detection and management of ocular diseases including, but not limited to, macular holes, cystoid macular edema, diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration, and glaucoma.
Prescription Use ਮ (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
AND/OR
Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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**510(k) Number** K111157
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1. Search: exact and fuzzy
Type a phrase like "coronary artery calcification" into the search box. You get two kinds of results. Exact results match the literal phrase — prefix searches work ("coronary artery calcificati") but suffix searches do not. Fuzzy results match on the meaning and intent of your phrase rather than the exact words, and are sorted by relevance score. Hover over the Exact or Fuzzy badge on any row to see exactly why it matched.
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Exact vs. fuzzy search: what's the difference?
Exact matches on the literal phrase (prefix search works, suffix does not). Fuzzy matches on the meaning and intent of the phrase rather than the exact words. Hover over the badge on any row to see why it matched.
You search "coronary artery calcification" and want only software devices with AI. What two filters do you apply?
Narrow by SaMD (software-only devices), then narrow by AI/ML (devices with AI).
2. The results table
Scroll right in the results table. The intended use is extracted for you — no need to open the PDF. The device story gives a high-level snapshot of what the device does and how it's used. The AI Performance sub-table shows each output name, acceptance criteria, observed values, and development/test dataset descriptions — the same format Innolitics uses for regulatory strategy outputs, and the fastest high-level fingerprint of an AI device. It is AI-generated but has been very reliable in practice.
Where do you find a device's intended use without opening the PDF?
Scroll right in the search results table. The intended use column is extracted for you; no need to dig into the 510(k) summary PDF.
What does the AI Performance sub-table show, and why is it useful?
Output name, acceptance criteria, observed values, development dataset description, and test dataset description. It's the same format we use for regulatory strategy output and Fast 510(k) input, and the fastest high-level fingerprint of an AI device. AI-generated but reliable in practice.
3. Judging fuzzy relevance
Fuzzy results trail off in relevance as you scroll. Use three signals to decide how far down to go: the fuzzy badge explanations, the intended use column, and whether your target output (e.g., Cobb angle) still appears in the AI Performance sub-table. Once it stops appearing, you're past the relevant zone. A top hit with a low score (~0.4) and a stretched explanation is a hint the closest predicates are far away — the project may be headed for De Novo. Note the fuzzy search is a pattern match: it doesn't handle negation ("not") well, and hardware devices can appear — filter by SaMD/AI ML to cut them.
How do you judge how far down fuzzy search results to go?
Use the relevancy signals: the fuzzy badge explanations, the intended use column, and whether the target output (e.g., Cobb angle) still appears in the AI Performance sub-table. Once it stops appearing, results are trailing off in relevancy.
4. Device detail page: chat and citations
Click a device name to open its detail page: device facts on the left, a chat window on the right. Ask something like "Describe the training data". The answer carries little citation bubbles — click one to jump to the highlighted passage in the source PDF, so you can verify every AI answer against the document. There's also a Download PDF button for sharing.
How do you verify an AI chat answer on the device detail page?
Click the citation bubbles to jump to the relevant highlight in the source document.
Reading rule for every project: how many summaries do you read in full?
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.
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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.