The Hitachi Noblus™ Ultrasound Diagnostic System is intended for use by trained personnel (doctor, sonographer, etc.) for the diagnostic ultrasound evaluation of Abdominal, Cardiac, Intra-operative, Fetal, Pediatric, Small Organ, Peripheral vessel, Biopsy, Trans-rectal, Trans-vaginal, Musculoskeletal, Neonatal, Cephalic, Adult Cephalic, Endoscopy, Intra-luminal, Gynecology, Urology, and Laparoscopic clinical applications. The modes of Operation of the Hitachi Noblus™ Ultrasound Diagnostic System are B mode, PW mode (Pulse Wave Doppler), CW mode (Continuous Wave Doppler), Color Doppler, Amplitude Doppler (Color Flow Angiography), TDI (Tissue Doppler Imaging), 3D Imaging, and Real Time Tissue Elastography.
Device Story
Noblus™ is a portable diagnostic ultrasound system; utilizes transducers to generate ultrasound energy and detect reflected echoes; computer system processes signals to generate images and Doppler data; displays output on video monitor. Used in clinical settings by trained personnel (physicians, sonographers). Features include B-mode, M-mode, PW/CW Doppler, Color Doppler, Amplitude Doppler, TDI, 3D imaging, and Real Time Tissue Elastography. Includes STIC (Spatio Temporal Image Correlation) and battery-powered portability. Healthcare providers use visual output for diagnostic evaluation and guidance of procedures (e.g., biopsies). Benefits include portable diagnostic imaging and fluid flow analysis.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data required. Substantial equivalence supported by bench testing, including acoustic output measurements, biocompatibility testing per ISO 10993-1, and electrical/mechanical safety testing conforming to applicable standards.
Technological Characteristics
Portable ultrasound system; Lithium-ion battery; transducers for various clinical applications; modes: B, M, PW/CW Doppler, Color Doppler, Amplitude Doppler, TDI, 3D, Real Time Tissue Elastography. Materials tested per ISO 10993-1. Track 3 system; acoustic levels below FDA limits. Sterilization/disinfection per manual instructions.
Indications for Use
Indicated for diagnostic ultrasound imaging and fluid flow analysis in patients of all ages (including fetal and neonatal) for abdominal, cardiac, intra-operative, pediatric, small organ, peripheral vessel, biopsy, trans-rectal, trans-vaginal, musculoskeletal, cephalic, endoscopic, intra-luminal, gynecological, urological, and laparoscopic applications.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An ultrasonic pulsed doppler imaging system is a device that combines the features of continuous wave doppler-effect technology with pulsed-echo effect technology and is intended to determine stationary body tissue characteristics, such as depth or location of tissue interfaces or dynamic tissue characteristics such as velocity of blood or tissue motion. This generic type of device may include signal analysis and display equipment, patient and equipment supports, component parts, and accessories.
Predicate Devices
Hitachi Hi VISION Avius Diagnostic Ultrasound Scanner (K102901)
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K 130308
APR
5 2013
### Section 1.1a - 510(k) Summary in accordance with 21 CFR Part 807.92, Section a
1. Submitter's contact name, address, telephone/fax number, date prepared:
Angela Van Arsdale RA/QA Manager Hitachi Aloka Medical, Ltd. 10 Fairfield Blvd Wallingford CT 06492 Telephone: (203) 269-5088 Ext: 346 Fax Number: (203) 269-6075
Date Prepared: February 4, 2013
2. Device / Common / Classification Name:
Hitachi Noblus™ Diagnostic Ultrasound System Common name - Diagnostic Ultrasound System and Transducers Classification name - System, Imaging, Pulsed Doppler, Ultrasonic
- 3. Substantially Equivalent Device(s):
Hitachi Hi VISION Avius Diagnostic Ultrasound Scanner [K102901]
- 4. Device Description:
An ultrasound diagnostic system with the following features:
- Ultrasound transducer(s) to generate the transmitted ultrasound energy and detect the reflected 0 echoes
- Ultrasound transducer accessories (standard and optional) to maximize functional usage of o transducer(s) in various modes of operation
- A computer system to control the transducer and analyze the signals resulting from the O reflected echoes
- A standard Lithium ion computer battery to allow for system portability O
- A video monitor with optional image recorder to display the computed image or derived Doppler O data
- 5. Indication for Use:
The Hitachi Noblus™ Ultrasound Diagnostic System is intended for use by trained personnel (doctor, sonographer, etc.) for the diagnostic ultrasound evaluation of Abdominal, Cardiac, Intra-operative, Fetal, Pediatric, Small Organ, Peripheral vessel, Biopsy, Trans-rectal, Trans-vaginal, Musculoskeletal, Neonatal, Cephalic, Adult Cephalic, Endoscopy, Intra-luminal, Gynecology, Urology, and Laparoscopic clinical applications.
The modes of Operation of the Hitachi Noblus™ Ultrasound Diagnostic System are B mode, PW mode (Pulse Wave Doppler), CW mode (Continuous Wave Doppler), Color Doppler, Amplitude Doppler (Color Flow Angiography), TDI (Tissue Doppler Imaging), 3D Imaging, and Real Time Tissue Elastography.
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6. Comparison to predicate device:
The Hitachi Noblus™ Diagnostic Ultrasound device is technically comparable and substantially equivalent to the Hitachi HI VISION Avius Diagnostic Ultrasound Scanner [K102901]. Both systems are track 3 systems that incorporate the same fundamental and scientific technologies with the exception of the following features:
- STIC (Spatio Temporal Image) which is a new feature when compared to predicate [K102901]. . The STIC feature is not new to the Hitachi Ultrasound systems; it has been previously cleared in the HI VISION Ascendus system via K110673.
- . Standard Lithium ion Computer battery for use in the "portable" option
- . The accessories; a Biopsy Adapter [EZU-PA7L1] and a Coupler [EZU-TEATC2] which are similar in intended use and function as the accessories for the predicate device HI VISION Avius [K102901]; has historical utilization on Hitachi Ultrasound transducers and have been previously cleared on the HI VISION Ascendus via K110673.
Both the subject device and predicate device systems have the same intended use/ indications for use.
# Section 1.1b - 510(k) Summary in accordance with 21 CFR Part 807.92, Section b
- 1. Non-clinical Testing:
No new hazards were identified with the subject device. The subject device and its transducers have been evaluated for acoustic output, biocompatibility, cleaning & disinfection effectiveness, electromagnetic compatibility, as well as electrical and mechanical safety, and have been found to conform to applicable medical device safety standards.
- 2. Clinical testing:
None required
- 3. Conclusions:
The Hitachi Aloka Medical, Ltd. Noblus™ Diagnostic is substantially equivalent in safety and effectiveness to the predicate device;
- 트 The predicate and subject devices are both indicated for diagnostic ultrasound imaging and fluid flow analysis.
- . The predicate and subject devices have the same gray scale and Doppler capabilities.
- . The predicate and subject devices have the same essential technology for imaging. Doppler functions, and signal processing.
- . The predicate and subject devices have acoustic level below the Track 3 FDA limits.
- 트 The predicate and subject devices are manufactured in accordance to FDA 21 CFR 820 Quality System Requlations.
- 트 The predicate and subject devices are designed and manufactured to the same electrical and physical safety standards.
- 트 The predicate and subject devices are manufactured with materials that have been tested in accordance to tripartite biocompatibility quidance and ISO 10993-1; all biocompatibility testing has been conducted in accordance to each component material characterization, type of body contact, and duration contact risk profile.
- I The predicate and subject devices are designed to be re-usable and provide instructions for cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization in the Ultrasound system and transducer manuals.
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# DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-002
April 5, 2013
HITACHI ALOKA MEDICAL LTD c/o Angela Van Arsdale Regulatory Affairs/Quality Assurance Manager 10 Fairfield Blvd Wallingford. CT 06492
Re: K130308
Trade/Device Name: Noblus TM Ultrasound Diagnostic System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.1550 Regulation Name: Ultrasonic Pulsed Doppler Imaging System Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: IYN, ITX, IYO Dated: February 4, 2013 Received: February 7, 2013
Dear Angela Van Arsdale:
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. Ilsting of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration.
This determination of substantial equivalence applies to the following transducers intended for use with the Noblus ™ Ultrasound Diagnostic System, as described in your premarket notification:
Transducer Model Number
| C22 | EUP-CC531S | L34 |
|------|------------------|-----|
| C25 | EUP-OL334 | L44 |
| C41 | EUP-R54AW-19,-33 | L55 |
| C41V | VC34A | L64 |
| C42 | EUP-054J | S21 |
| C42K | | S31 |
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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.
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.
If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Parts 801 and 809), please contact the Office of In Vitro Diagnostics and Radiological Health at (301) 796-5450. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR Part 807.97). For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803), please go to http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Safety/ReportaProblem/default.htm for the CDRH's Office of Surveillance and Biometrics/Division of Postmarket Surveillance.
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) 796-7100 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/industry/support/index.html.
Sincerely yours.
Smh
for
Janine M. Morris Director, Division of Radiological Health Office of In Vitro Diagnostics and Radiological Health Center for Devices and Radiological Health
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# Indications For Use
510(k) Number (if known): K130308
Noblus TM Ultrasound Diagnostic System Device Name:
Indications for Use:
The Noblus™ Ultrasound Diagnostic System is intended for use by trained personnel (doctor, sonographer, etc.) for the diagnostic ultrasound evaluation of Abdominal, Cardiac, Intra-operative, Fetal, Pediatric, Small Organ, Peripheral vessel, Biopsy, Trans-raginal, Musculoskeletal, Neonatal Cephalic, Adult Cephalic, Endoscopy, Intra-luminal, Gynecology, Urology, and Laparoscopic clinical applications.
The Modes of Operation of the Noblus™ Ultrasound Diagnostic System are B mode, M mode, PW mode (Pulse " Wave Doppler), CW mode (Continuous Wave Doppler), Color Doppler, Amplitude Doppler (Color Flow Angiography), TDI (Tissue Doppler Imaging), 3D Imaging, and Real Time Tissue Elastography,
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Prescription Use _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
AND/OR Over-The-Counter Use
(Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
(21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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# Device Name: Noblus™ Ultrasound Diagnostic System
| Clinical Application | | Mode of Operation | | | | | | | |
|---------------------------|------------------------------|-------------------|----|-----|-----|------------------|----------------------|--------------------|--|
| General<br>(Track I only) | Specific<br>(Tracks I & III) | B | M | PWD | CWD | Color<br>Doppler | Combined*<br>(Spec.) | Other**<br>(Spec.) | |
| Ophthalmic | Ophthalmic | | | | | | | | |
| | Fetal | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | |
| Fetal Imaging<br>& Other | Abdominal | Pa | Pa | Pa | Pa | Pa | Pa | Pa | |
| | Intra-operative (Spec.) | Pb | Pb | Pb | | Pb | Pb | Pb | |
| | Intra-operative (Neuro.) | | | | | | | | |
| | Laparoscopic | P | P | P | | P | P | P | |
| | Pediatric | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | |
| | Small Organ (Spec.) | Pd | Pd | Pd | | Pd | Pd | Pd | |
| | Neonatal Cephalic | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | |
| | Adult Cephalic | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | |
| | Trans-rectal | Ph | Ph | Ph | | Ph | Ph | Ph | |
| | Trans-vaginal | Pf | Pf | Pf | | Pf | Pf | Pf | |
| | Trans-urethral | | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-esoph. (non-Card.) | | | | | | | | |
| | Musculo-skel. (Convent.) | P | P | P | | P | P | P | |
| | Musculo-skel. (Superfic.) | P | P | P | | P | P | P | |
| | Intra-luminal | | | | | | | | |
| | Other (spec.) | | | | | | | | |
| | Cardiac Adult | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | |
| Cardiac | Cardiac Pediatric | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | |
| | Trans-esophageal (card.) | | | | | | | | |
| | Other (spec.) | | | | | | | | |
| Peripheral<br>Vessel | Peripheral vessel | P | P | P | P | P | P | P | |
| | Other (spec.) | | | | | | | | |
### Intended use: Diagnostic ultrasound imaging or fluid flow analysis of the human body as follows:
N = new indication. P = previously cleared in K102901
*Combination of each operating mode, B, M, PWD, CWD and Color Doppler.
**Amplitude Doppler (Color Flow Angiography), Tissue Doppler Imaging, 4D Imaging, Real Time Tissue Elastography
Additional Comments:
| Subscript "a": | Includes imaging for guidance of percutaneous biopsy of abdominal organs and structures (including amniocentesis). |
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| Subscript "b": | Includes imaging of organs and structures exposed during surgery<br>(excluding neurosurgery and laparoscopic procedures). |
| Subscript "c": | Includes thyroid, parathyroid, breast, scrotum, and penis. |
| Subscript "d": | Includes thyroid, parathyroid, breast, scrotum, penis, and imaging for guidance of biopsy. |
| Subscript "e": | Includes imaging for guidance of trans-rectal biopsy |
| Subscript "f": | Includes imaging for guidance of trans-vaginal biopsy. |
| Subscript "g": | For pediatric patients |
| Subscript "h": | Includes imaging for guidance of trans-rectal biopsy. |
Prescription Use Only (Per 21 CFR 801.109)
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Noblus™ System: Transducer: C22K
Intended use: Diagnostic uttrasound imaging or fluid flow analysis of the human body as follows:
| Clinical Application | | Mode of Operation | | | | | | |
|---------------------------|------------------------------|-------------------|----|-----|-----|------------------|----------------------|--------------------|
| General<br>(Track I only) | Specific<br>(Tracks I & III) | B | M | PWD | CWD | Color<br>Doppler | Combined*<br>(Spec.) | Other**<br>(Spec.) |
| Ophthalmic | Ophthalmic | | | | | | | |
| | Fetal | | | | | | | |
| Fetal Imaging<br>& Other | Abdominal | Pa | Pa | Pa | | Pa | Pa | Pa |
| | Intra-operative (Spec.) | Pb | Pb | Pb | | Pb | Pb | Pb |
| | Intra-operative (Neuro.) | | | | | | | |
| | Laparoscopic | | | | | | | |
| | Pediatric | | | | | | | |
| | Small Organ (Spec.) | | | | | | | |
| | Neonatal Cephalic | | | | | | | |
| | Adult Cephalic | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-rectal | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-vaginal | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-urethral | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-esoph. (non-Card.) | | | | | | | |
| | Musculo-skel. (Convent.) | | | | | | | |
| | Musculo-skel. (Superfic.) | | | | | | | |
| | Intra-luminal | | | | | | | |
| | Other (spec.) | | | | | | | |
| Cardiac | Cardiac Adult | | | | | | | |
| | Cardiac Pediatric | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-esophageal (card.) | | | | | | | |
| | Other (spec.) | | | | | | | |
| Peripheral<br>Vessel | Peripheral vessel | | | | | | | |
| | Other (spec.) | | | | | | | |
N = new indication. P = previously cleared in K102901
*Combination of each operating mode, B, M, PWD, CWD and Color Doppler.
** Amplitude Doppler (Color Flow Angiography)
Additional Comments:
| Subscript "a": | Includes imaging for guidance of percutaneous biopsy of abdominal organs and structures (including amniocentesis). |
|----------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Subscript "b": | Includes imaging of organs and structures exposed during surgery<br>(excluding neurosurgery and laparoscopic procedures). |
| Subscript "c": | Includes thyroid, parathyroid, breast, scrotum, and penis. |
| Subscript "d": | Includes thyroid, parathyroid, breast, scrotum, penis, and imaging for guidance of biopsy. |
| Subscript "e": | Includes imaging for guidance of trans-rectal biopsy |
| Subscript "f": | Includes imaging for guidance of trans-vaginal biopsy. |
| Subscript "g": | For pediatric patients |
| Subscript "h": | Includes imaging for guidance of trans-rectal biopsy. |
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Noblus™ System: Transducer: C25
Intended use: Diagnostic ultrasound imaging or fluid flow analysis of the human body as follows:
| Clinical Application | | Mode of Operation | | | | | | |
|---------------------------|------------------------------|-------------------|----|-----|-----|------------------|----------------------|--------------------|
| General<br>(Track I only) | Specific<br>(Tracks I & III) | B | M | PWD | CWD | Color<br>Doppler | Combined*<br>(Spec.) | Other**<br>(Spec.) |
| Ophthalmic | Ophthalmic | | | | | | | |
| | Fetal | P | P | P | | P | P | P |
| Fetal Imaging<br>& Other | Abdominal | Pa | Pa | Pa | | Pa | Pa | Pa |
| | Intra-operative (Spec.) | | | | | | | |
| | Intra-operative (Neuro.) | | | | | | | |
| | Laparoscopic | | | | | | | |
| | Pediatric | P | P | P | | P | P | P |
| | Small Organ (Spec.) | Pd | Pd | Pd | | Pd | Pd | Pd |
| | Neonatal Cephalic | | | | | | | |
| | Adult Cephalic | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-rectal | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-vaginal | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-urethral | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-esoph. (non-Card.) | | | | | | | |
| | Musculo-skel. (Convent.) | | | | | | | |
| | Musculo-skel. (Superfic.) | | | | | | | |
| | Intra-luminal | | | | | | | |
| | Other (spec.) | | | | | | | |
| | Cardiac Adult | | | | | | | |
| Cardiac | Cardiac Pediatric | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-esophageal (card.) | | | | | | | |
| | Other (spec.) | | | | | | | |
| Peripheral<br>Vessel | Peripheral vessel | | | | | | | |
| | Other (spec.) | | | | | | | |
N = new indication. P = previously cleared in K102901
*Combination of each operating mode, B, M, PWD, CWD and Color Doppler.
**Amplitude Doppler (Color Flow Angiography)
Additional Comments:
| Subscript "a": | Includes imaging for guidance of percutaneous biopsy of abdominal organs and structures (including amniocentesis). |
|----------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Subscript "b": | Includes imaging of organs and structures exposed during surgery<br>(excludes neurosurgery and laparoscopic procedures). |
| Subscript "c": | Includes thyroid, parathyroid, breast, scrotum, and penis. |
| Subscript "d": | Includes thyroid, parathyroid, breast, scrotum, penis, and imaging for guidance of biopsy. |
| Subscript "e": | Includes imaging for guidance of trans-rectal biopsy |
| Subscript "f": | Includes imaging for guidance of trans-vaginal biopsy. |
| Subscript "g": | For pediatric patients |
Subscript "h": Includes imaging for guidance of trans-rectal biopsy.
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Noblus™ System: Transducer C41
Intended use: Diagnostic ultrasound imaging or fluid flow analysis of the human body as follows:
| Clinical Application | | Mode of Operation | | | | | | |
|---------------------------|------------------------------|-------------------|----|-----|-----|------------------|----------------------|--------------------|
| General<br>(Track I only) | Specific<br>(Tracks I & III) | B | M | PWD | CWD | Color<br>Doppler | Combined*<br>(Spec.) | Other**<br>(Spec.) |
| Ophthalmic | Ophthalmic | | | | | | | |
| Fetal Imaging<br>& Other | Fetal | | | | | | | |
| | Abdominal | | | | | | | |
| | Intra-operative (Spec.) | | | | | | | |
| | Intra-operative (Neuro.) | | | | | | | |
| | Laparoscopic | | | | | | | |
| | Pediatric | | | | | | | |
| | Small Organ (Spec.) | Pc | Pc | Pc | | Pc | Pc | Pc |
| | Neonatal Cephalic | | | | | | | |
| | Adult Cephalic | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-rectal | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-vaginal | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-urethral | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-esoph. (non-Card.) | | | | | | | |
| | Musculo-skel. (Convent.) | | | | | | | |
| | Musculo-skel. (Superfic.) | | | | | | | |
| | Intra-luminal | | | | | | | |
| | Other (spec.) | | | | | | | |
| Cardiac | Cardiac Adult | | | | | | | |
| | Cardiac Pediatric | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-esophageal (card.) | | | | | | | |
| | Other (spec.) | | | | | | | |
| Peripheral<br>Vessel | Peripheral vessel | P | P | P | | P | P | P |
N = new indication. P = previously cleared in K102901
*Combination of each operating mode, B, M, PWD and Color Doppler.
**Amplitude Doppler (Color Flow Angiography)
Additional Comments.
| Subscript "a": | Includes imaging for guidance of percutaneous biopsy of abdominal organs and structures (including amniocentesis). |
|----------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Subscript "b": | Includes imaging of organs and structures exposed during surgery<br>(excludes neurosurgery and laparoscopic procedures). |
| Subscript "c": | Includes thyroid, parathyroid, breast, scrotum, and penis. |
| Subscript "d": | Includes thyroid, parathyroid, breast, scrotum, penis, and imaging for guidance of biopsy. |
| Subscript "e": | Includes imaging for guidance of trans-rectal biopsy |
| Subscript "f": | Includes imaging for guidance of trans-vaginal biopsy. |
| Subscript "g": | For pediatric patients. |
| Subscript "h": | Includes imaging for guidance of trans-rectal biopsy. |
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System: Noblus™ Transducer: C41V
| Intended use: Diagnostic ultrasound imaging or fluid flow analysis of the human body as follows |
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| Clinical Application | | Mode of Operation | | | | | | |
|---------------------------|------------------------------|-------------------|----|-----|-----|------------------|----------------------|---------------------|
| General<br>(Track I only) | Specific<br>(Tracks I & III) | B | M | PWD | CWD | Color<br>Doppler | Combined*<br>(Spec.) | Other **<br>(Spec.) |
| Ophthalmic | Ophthalmic | | | | | | | |
| | Fetal | P | P | P | | P | P | P |
| Fetal Imaging<br>& Other | Abdominal | | | | | | | |
| | Intra-operative (Spec.) | | | | | | | |
| | Intra-operative (Neuro.) | | | | | | | |
| | Laparoscopic | | | | | | | |
| | Pediatric | | | | | | | |
| | Small Organ (Spec.) | | | | | | | |
| | Neonatal Cephalic | | | | | | | |
| | Adult Cephalic | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-rectal | Pe | Pe | Pe | | Pe | Pe | Pe |
| | Trans-vaginal | Pf | Pf | Pf | | Pf | Pf | Pf |
| | Trans-urethral | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-esoph. (non-Card.) | | | | | | | |
| | Musculo-skel. (Convent.) | | | | | | | |
| | Musculo-skel. (Superfic.) | | | | | | | |
| | Intra-luminal | | | | | | | |
| | Other (spec.) | | | | | | | |
| Cardiac | Cardiac Adult | | | | | | | |
| | Cardiac Pediatric | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-esophageal (card.) | | | | | | | |
| | Other (spec.) | | | | | | | |
| Peripheral | Peripheral vessel | | | | | | | |
| Vessel | Other (spec.) | | | | | | | |
N = new indication. P = previously cleared in K102901
*Combination of each operating mode, B, M, PWD and Color Doppier.
**Amplitude Doppler (Color Flow Angiography), Real Time Tissue Elastography.
Additional Comments:
| Subscript "a": | Includes imaging for guidance of percutaneous biopsy of abdominal organs and structures (including amniocentesis). |
|----------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Subscript "b": | Includes imaging of organs and structures exposed during surgery.<br>(excludes neurosurgery and laparoscopic procedures). |
| Subscript "c": | Includes thyroid, parathyroid, breast, scrotum, and penis. |
| Subscript "d": | Includes thyroid, parathyroid, breast, scrotum, penis, and imaging for guidance of biopsy. |
| Subscript "e": | Includes imaging for guidance of trans-rectal biopsy |
| Subscript "f": | Includes imaging for guidance of trans-vaginal biopsy. |
| Subscript "g": | For pediatric patients. |
| Subscript "h": | Includes imaging for guidance of trans-rectal biopsy. |
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Noblus ™ System: Transducer: C42
Intended use: Diagnostic ultrasound imaging or fluid flow analysis of the human body as follows:
| Clinical Application | | Mode of Operation | | | | | | | |
|---------------------------|------------------------------|-------------------|----|-----|-----|------------------|----------------------|--------------------|--|
| General<br>(Track I only) | Specific<br>(Tracks I & III) | B | M | PWD | CWD | Color<br>Doppler | Combined*<br>(Spec.) | Other**<br>(Spec.) | |
| Ophthalmic | Ophthalmic | | | | | | | | |
| | Fetal | | | | | | | | |
| Fetal Imaging<br>& Other | Abdominal | Pa | Pa | Pa | | Pa | Pa | Pa | |
| | Intra-operative (Spec.) | Pb | Pb | Pb | | Pb | Pb | Pb | |
| | Intra-operative (Neuro.) | | | | | | | | |
| | Laparoscopic | | | | | | | | |
| | Pediatric | P | P | P | | P | P | P | |
| | Small Organ (Spec.) | Pd | Pd | Pd | | Pd | Pd | Pd | |
| | Neonatal Cephalic | P | P | P | | P | P | P | |
| | Adult Cephalic | | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-rectal | | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-vaginal | | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-urethral | | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-esoph. (non-Card.) | | | | | | | | |
| | Musculo-skel. (Convent.) | | | | | | | | |
| | Musculo-skel. (Superfic.) | | | | | | | | |
| | Intra-luminal | | | | | | | | |
| | Other (spec.) | | | | | | | | |
| | Cardiac Adult | | | | | | | | |
| Cardiac | Cardiac Pediatric | | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-esophageal (card.) | | | | | | | | |
| | Other (spec.) | | | | | | | | |
| Peripheral<br>Vessel | Peripheral vessel | P | P | P | | P | P | P | |
| | Other (spec.) | | | | | | | | |
N = new indication. P = previously cleared in K102901
*Combination of each operating mode, B, M, PWD and Color Doppler.
** Amplitude Doppler (Color Flow Angiography), Real Time Tissue Elastography
Additional Comments:
| Subscript "a": | Includes imaging for guidance of percutaneous biopsy of abdominal organs and structures (including amniocentesis). |
|----------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Subscript "b": | Includes imaging of organs and structures exposed during surgery. |
| | (excludes neurosurgery and laparoscopic procedures). |
| Subscript "c": | Includes thyroid, parathyroid, breast, scrotum, and penis. |
| Subscript "d": | Includes thyroid, parathyroid, breast, scrotum, penis, and imaging for guidance of biopsy. |
| Subscript "e": | Includes imaging for guidance of trans-rectal biopsy. |
| Subscript "f": | Includes imaging for guidance of trans-vaginal biopsy. |
| Subscript "g": | For pediatric patients. |
| Subscript "h": | Includes imaging for guidance of trans-rectal biopsy. |
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Noblus™ System: Transducer: C42K
Intended use: Diagnostic ultrasound imaging or fluid flow analysis of the human body as follows:
| Clinical Application | | Mode of Operation | | | | | | |
|---------------------------|------------------------------|-------------------|----|-----|-----|------------------|----------------------|--------------------|
| General<br>(Track I only) | Specific<br>(Tracks I & III) | B | M | PWD | CWD | Color<br>Doppler | Combined*<br>(Spec.) | Other**<br>(Spec.) |
| Ophthalmic | Ophthalmic | | | | | | | |
| | Fetal | | | | | | | |
| Fetal Imaging<br>& Other | Abdominal | | | | | | | |
| | Intra-operative (Spec.) | Pb | Pb | Pb | | Pb | Pb | Pb |
| | Intra-operative (Neuro.) | | | | | | | |
| | Laparoscopic | | | | | | | |
| | Pediatric | | | | | | | |
| | Small Organ (Spec.) | Pd | Pd | Pd | | Pd | Pd | Pd |
| | Neonatal Cephalic | | | | | | | |
| | Adult Cephalic | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-rectal | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-vaginal | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-urethral | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-esoph. (non-Card.) | | | | | | | |
| | Musculo-skel. (Convent.) | | | | | | | |
| | Musculo-skel. (Superfic.) | | | | | | | |
| | Intra-luminal | | | | | | | |
| | Other (spec.) | | | | | | | |
| | Cardiac Adult | | | | | | | |
| Cardiac | Cardiac Pediatric | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-esophageal (card.) | | | | | | | |
| | Other (spec.) | | | | | | | |
| Peripheral<br>Vessel | Peripheral vessel | | | | | | | |
| | Other (spec.) | | | | | | | |
N = new indication. P = previously cleared in K102901
*Combination of each operating mode, B, M, PWD and Color Doppler.
**Amplitude Doppler (Color Flow Angiography)
Additional Comments:
| Subscript "a": | Includes imaging for guidance of percutaneous biopsy of abdominal organs and structures (including amniocentesis). |
|----------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Subscript "b": | Includes imaging of organs and structures exposed during surgery<br>(excludes neurosurgery and laparoscopic procedures). |
| Subscript "c": | Includes thyroid, parathyroid, breast, scrotum, and penis. |
| Subscript "d": | Includes thyroid, parathyroid, breast, scrotum, penis, and imaging for guidance of biopsy. |
| Subscript "e": | Includes imaging for guidance of trans-rectal biopsy |
| Subscript "f": | Includes imaging for guidance of trans-vaginal biopsy. |
| Subscript "g": | For pediatric patients. |
| Subscript "h": | Includes imaging for guidance of trans-rectal biopsy. |
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| System: | |
|-------------|--|
| Transducer: | |
Noblus™ EUP-CC531S
Intended use: Diagnostic ultrasound imaging or fluid flow analysis of the human body as follows:
| Clinical Application | | Mode of Operation | | | | | | |
|---------------------------|------------------------------|-------------------|----|-----|-----|------------------|----------------------|--------------------|
| General<br>(Track I only) | Specific<br>(Tracks I & III) | B | M | PWD | CWD | Color<br>Doppler | Combined*<br>(Spec.) | Other**<br>(Spec.) |
| Ophthalmic | Ophthalmic | | | | | | | |
| | Fetal | P | P | P | | P | P | P |
| Fetal Imaging<br>& Other | Abdominal | | | | | | | |
| | Intra-operative (Spec.) | | | | | | | |
| | Intra-operative (Neuro.) | | | | | | | |
| | Laparoscopic | | | | | | | |
| | Pediatric | | | | | | | |
| | Small Organ (Spec.) | | | | | | | |
| | Neonatal Cephalic | | | | | | | |
| | Adult Cephalic | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-rectal | Pe | Pe | Pe | | Pe | Pe | Pe |
| | Trans-vaginal | Pf | Pf | Pf | | Pf | Pf | Pf |
| | Trans-urethral | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-esoph. (non-Card.) | | | | | | | |
| | Musculo-skel. (Convent.) | | | | | | | |
| | Musculo-skel. (Superfic.) | | | | | | | |
| | Intra-luminal | | | | | | | |
| | Other (spec.) | | | | | | | |
| Cardiac | Cardiac Adult | | | | | | | |
| | Cardiac Pediatric | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-esophageal (card.) | | | | | | | |
| | Other (spec.) | | | | | | | |
| Peripheral<br>Vessel | Peripheral vessel | | | | | | | |
| | Other (spec.) | | | | | | | |
N = new indication. P = previously cleared in K102901
*Combination of each operating mode, B, M, PWD and Color Doppler.
**Amplitude Doppler (Color Flow Angiography), Real Time Tissue Elastography
Additional Comments:
| Subscript "a": | Includes imaging for guidance of percutaneous biopsy of abdominal organs and structures (including amniocentesis). |
|----------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Subscript "b": | Includes imaging of organs and structures exposed during surgery<br>(excludes neurosurgery and laparoscopic procedures). |
| Subscript "c": | Includes thyroid, parathyroid, breast, scrotum, and penis. |
| Subscript "d": | Includes thyroid, parathyroid, breast, scrotum, penis, and imaging for guidance of biopsy. |
| Subscript "e": | Includes imaging for guidance of trans-rectal biopsy |
| Subscript "f": | Includes imaging for guidance of trans-vaginal biopsy. |
| Subscript "g": | For pediatric patients |
| Subscript "h": | Includes imaging for guidance of trans-rectal biopsy. |
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Noblus TM System: EUP-054J Transducer:
Intended use: Diagnostic ultrasound imaging or fluid flow analysis of the human body as follows:
| Clinical Application | | Mode of Operation | | | | | | |
|---------------------------|------------------------------|-------------------|----|-----|-----|------------------|----------------------|--------------------|
| General<br>(Track I only) | Specific<br>(Tracks I & III) | B | M | PWD | CWD | Color<br>Doppler | Combined*<br>(Spec.) | Other**<br>(Spec.) |
| Ophthalmic | Ophthalmic | | | | | | | |
| Fetal Imaging<br>& Other | Fetal | | | | | | | |
| | Abdominal | | | | | | | |
| | Intra-operative (Spec.) | Pb | Pb | Pb | | Pb | Pb | Pb |
| | Intra-operative (Neuro.) | | | | | | | |
| | Laparoscopic | | | | | | | |
| | Pediatric | | | | | | | |
| | Small Organ (Spec.) | | | | | | | |
| | Neonatal Cephalic | | | | | | | |
| | Adult Cephalic | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-rectal | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-vaginal | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-urethral | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-esoph. (non-Card.) | | | | | | | |
| | Musculo-skel. (Convent.) | P | P | P | | P | P | P |
| | Musculo-skel. (Superfic.) | P | P | P | | P | P | P |
| | Intra-luminal | | | | | | | |
| | Other (spec.) | | | | | | | |
| | Cardiac Adult | | | | | | | |
| Cardiac | Cardiac Pediatric | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-esophageal (card.) | | | | | | | |
| | Other (spec.) | | | | | | | |
| Peripheral<br>Vessel | Peripheral vessel | P | P | P | | P | P | P |
| | Other (spec.) | | | | | | | |
N = new indication. P = previously cleared in K102901
*Combination of each operating mode, B, M, PWD and Color Doppler.
** Amplitude Doppler (Color Flow Angiography), Real Time Tissue Elastography
Additional Comments:
| Subscript "a": | Includes imaging for guidance of percutaneous biopsy of abdominal organs and structures (including amniocentesis). |
|----------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Subscript "b": | Includes imaging of organs and structures exposed during surgery.<br>(excludes neurosurgery and laparoscopic procedures). |
| Subscript "c": | Includes thyroid, parathyroid, breast, scrotum, and penis. |
| Subscript "d": | Includes thyroid, parathyroid, breast, scrotum, penis, and imaging for guidance of biopsy. |
| Subscript "e": | Includes imaging for guidance of trans-rectal biopsy |
| Subscript "f": | Includes imaging for guidance of trans-vaginal biopsy. |
| Subscript "g": | For pediatric patients |
| Subscript "h": | Includes imaging for guidance of trans-rectal biopsy. |
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| System: | Noblus TM |
|-------------|-----------|
| Transducer: | EUP-OL334 |
Intended use: Diagnostic ultrasound imaging or fluid flow analysis of the human body as follows:
| Clinical Application | | Mode of Operation | | | | | | |
|---------------------------|------------------------------|-------------------|---|-----|-----|------------------|----------------------|--------------------|
| General<br>(Track I only) | Specific<br>(Tracks I & III) | B | M | PWD | CWD | Color<br>Doppler | Combined*<br>(Spec.) | Other**<br>(Spec.) |
| Ophthalmic | Ophthalmic | | | | | | | |
| | Fetal | | | | | | | |
| Fetal Imaging<br>& Other | Abdominal | | | | | | | |
| | Intra-operative (Spec.) | | | | | | | |
| | Intra-operative (Neuro.) | | | | | | | |
| | Laparoscopic | P | P | P | | P | P | P |
| | Pediatric | | | | | | | |
| | Small Organ (Spec.) | | | | | | | |
| | Neonatal Cephalic | | | | | | | |
| | Adult Cephalic | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-rectal | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-vaginal | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-urethral | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-esoph. (non-Card.) | | | | | | | |
| | Musculo-skel. (Convent.) | | | | | | | |
| | Musculo-skel. (Superfic.) | | | | | | | |
| | Intra-luminal | | | | | | | |
| | Other (spec.) | | | | | | | |
| | Cardiac Adult | | | | | | | |
| Cardiac | Cardiac Pediatric | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-esophageal (card.) | | | | | | | |
| | Other (spec.) | | | | | | | |
| Peripheral | Peripheral vessel | | | | | | | |
| Vessel | Other (spec.) | | | | | | | |
N = new indication. P = previously cleared in K102901
*Combination of each operating mode, B, M, PWD and Color Doppler.
**Amplitude Doppler (Color Flow Angiography), Real Time Tissue Elastography
Additional Comments:
| Subscript "a": | Includes imaging for guidance of percutaneous biopsy of abdominal organs and structures (including amniocentesis). |
|----------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Subscript "b": | Includes imaging of organs and structures exposed during surgery<br>(excluding neurosurgery and laparoscopic procedures). |
| Subscript "c": | Includes thyroid, parathyroid, breast, scrotum, and penis. |
| Subscript "d": | Includes thyroid, parathyroid, breast, scrotum, penis, and imaging for guidance of biopsy. |
| Subscript "e": | Includes imaging for guidance of trans-rectal biopsy |
| Subscript "f": | Includes imaging for guidance of trans-vaginal biopsy. |
| Subscript "g": | For pediatric patients |
Includes imaging for guidance of trans-rectal biopsy. Subscript "h"
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System: Noblus™ EUP-R54AW-19, -33 Transducer:
Intended use: Diagnostic ultrasound imaging or fluid flow analysis of the human body as follows:
| Clinical Application | | Mode of Operation | | | | | | | |
|---------------------------|------------------------------|-------------------|---|-----|-----|------------------|----------------------|--------------------|--|
| General<br>(Track I only) | Specific<br>(Tracks I & III) | B | M | PWD | CWD | Color<br>Doppler | Combined*<br>(Spec.) | Other**<br>(Spec.) | |
| Ophthalmic | Ophthalmic | | | | | | | | |
| | Fetal | | | | | | | | |
| Fetal Imaging<br>& Other | Abdominal | | | | | | | | |
| | Intra-operative (Spec.) | | | | | | | | |
| | Intra-operative (Neuro.) | | | | | | | | |
| | Laparoscopic | | | | | | | | |
| | Pediatric | | | | | | | | |
| | Small Organ (Spec.) | | | | | | | | |
| | Neonatal Cephalic | | | | | | | | |
| | Adult Cephalic | | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-rectal | P | P | P | | P | P | P | |
| | Trans-vaginal | | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-urethral | | | | | | | | |
| | Trans-esoph. (non-Card.) | | | | | | | | |
| | Musculo-skel. (Convent.) | | | | | | | | |
| | Musculo-skel. (Superfic.) | | | | | | | | |
| | Intra-luminal | | | | | | | | |
| | Other (spec.) | | | | | | | | |
| Cardiac | Cardiac Adult | | | | | | | | |
| | Cardiac Pediatric | | | | | | | | |
|…
Two short videos show you everything — or skip straight to the written tutorial if you'd rather read. You can reopen this any time from the Tutorial button in the top bar.
Part 1 — Search, results, and everyday workflows 16 min
Part 2 — Embeddings: the galaxy map 3 min
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.
Use the checkboxes above the results to narrow: SaMD keeps only software-only devices, AI / ML keeps only devices with AI.
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.
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.