K142183 · Terumo Medical Corporation · DYB · Nov 21, 2014 · Cardiovascular
Device Facts
Record ID
K142183
Device Name
GLIDESHEATH SLENDER
Applicant
Terumo Medical Corporation
Product Code
DYB · Cardiovascular
Decision Date
Nov 21, 2014
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Special
Regulation
21 CFR 870.1340
Device Class
Class 2
Indications for Use
The Glidesheath Slender is used to facilitate placing a catheter through the skin into the radial artery.
Device Story
The Glidesheath Slender is a manual catheter introducer kit used to facilitate radial artery access. The kit includes an introducer sheath, dilator, entry needle, mini guide wire, and guide wire inserter. The sheath features a hydrophilic coating to reduce friction during insertion and removal. Both the sheath and dilator contain bismuth for radiopacity under fluoroscopy. The device is operated manually by a clinician in a clinical setting. The entry needle or IV catheter is used to access the radial artery; the guide wire is inserted; the sheath and dilator are advanced over the wire; the wire and dilator are removed, leaving the sheath in place for subsequent catheter insertion. The device benefits the patient by providing a stable, low-friction access point for diagnostic or interventional procedures.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Bench testing only, including ISO 11070 performance verification (surface, corrosion, radiodetectability, leakage, force at break, flexibility, insertion/removal resistance) and biocompatibility testing per ISO 10993-1.
Technological Characteristics
Materials: ETFE, Bismuth Trioxide, Polypropylene, Stainless Steel, Silicone Rubber, SEBS, Polybutadiene, Polycarbonate, Polyethylene, Nickel-Titanium, Tungsten. Sensing/Actuation: Manual. Connectivity: None. Sterilization: Ethylene Oxide (SAL 10^-6). Form factor: Introducer sheath and dilator kit. No software or algorithm.
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients requiring catheter placement into the radial artery via percutaneous access.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A catheter introducer is a sheath used to facilitate placing a catheter through the skin into a vein or artery.
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
November 21, 2014
Terumo Medical Corporation Erin Doyle Regulatory Affairs Specialist 950 Elkton Blvd Elkton, Maryland 21921
Re: K142183 Trade/Device Name: Glidesheath Slender Regulation Number: 21 CFR 870.1340 Regulation Name: Catheter introducer Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: DYB Dated: October 21, 2014 Received: October 22, 2014
Dear Erin Doyle,
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.
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Enclosure
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known)
Device Name Glidesheath Slender™
Indications for Use (Describe)
The Glidesheath Slender is used to facilitate placing a catheter through the skin into the radial artery.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
ال Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
_ Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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## A. Submitter Information (807.92(a)(1))
| <b>Prepared by:</b> | Erin Michael Doyle |
|---------------------|-------------------------------|
| | Regulatory Affairs Specialist |
| | Terumo Medical Corporation |
| | Tel. (410) 392-7243 |
| | Fax (410) 398-6079 |
#### Prepared for: Owner/Operator Terumo Corporation 44-1, 2-Chome, Hatagaya Shibuya-Ku, Tokyo, Japan 151-0072 Registration Number: 801 002 6
Manufacturer and Sterilization Facility Ashitaka Factory of Terumo Corporation 150 Maimaigi-cho Fujinomiya Shizuoka, Japan 418-0015 Registration No: 968 183 4
- Contact Person: Erin Michael Doyle Regulatory Affairs Specialist Terumo Medical Corporation 950 Elkton Boulevard Elkton, MD 21921 Tel. (410) 392-7243 Fax (410) 398-6079 E-mail: erin.doyle@terumomedical.com
Date Prepared: November 19, 2014
## B. Device Name (807.92(a)(2))
| Proprietary Name: | Glidesheath Slender™ |
|----------------------|----------------------|
| Common Name: | Introducer Sheath |
| Classification Name: | Introducer, Catheter |
| Regulation Number: | 21 CFR 870.1340 |
| Regulatory Class: | Class II |
| Product Code: | 74 DYB |
| Review Panel: | Cardiovascular |
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# C. Predicate Device (807.92(a)(3))
The legally marketed device to which substantial equivalence is claimed is the current Glidesheath Slender (6Fr) which is manufactured by Ashitaka Factory of Terumo Corporation and was cleared under K122980.
## D. Reason for 510(k) Submission
This premarket notification (Special 510(k)) is being submitted to extend the current Glidesheath Slender (6Fr) product line to include the 5Fr and 7Fr sizes. This is a modification to the Glidesheath Slender (6Fr) (K122980) introducer sheath manufactured by Ashitaka Factory of Terumo Corporation.
## E. Device Description (807.92(a)(4))
### Principle of Operation Technology
The Glidesheath Slender (GSS) (5Fr & 7Fr) submitted in this 510(k) and the GSS (6Fr) cleared under K122980 are operated manually or by a manual process.
### Design/Construction
Both the predicate Glidesheath Slender 6Fr (GSS 6Fr) and the modified Glidesheath Slender 5Fr & 7Fr (GSS 5Fr & 7Fr) consist of an introducer sheath and a dilator which are packaged together with an entry needle, mini guide wire and guide wire inserter. The GSS devices (all sheath sizes) are used to facilitate placing a catheter through the skin into the radial artery. The sheath and dilator contain bismuth, making these devices visible under fluoroscopy. The sheath is coated with hydrophilic coating to minimize frictional resistance when inserting or removing the sheath from the patient's blood vessel.
The entry needle (cannula) is used to gain access to the radial artery for placement of the mini guide wire. The entry needle is offered in two versions, either a stainless steel entry needle or a Surflo IV catheter (K891087).
The mini guide wire is used for placement of the sheath and dilator into the radial artery. The mini guide wire is offered in two versions, either a stainless steel (spring coil) model or a polyurethane (nitinol core) plastic model.
The mini guide wire is inserted through a cannula placed in the patient's blood vessel. A guide wire inserter is provided to assist in insertion of the mini guide wire into the cannula. Following guide wire insertion, the cannula is removed and the sheath and dilator are then inserted over the mini guide wire and into the blood vessel. The mini guide wire is then withdrawn from the vessel. The dilator maintains the integrity of the sheath and dilates the blood vessel during insertion. Once the sheath is situated in the vessel, the dilator is removed and an appropriate catheter can then be inserted through the sheath.
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The entry needle, the mini guide wire and the guide wire inserter are packaged with the GSS in an individual package prior to sterilization. With the exception of the Surflo IV catheter, which is cleared under K891087, accessories provided in the GSS kit are not offered for individual sale.
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#### Materials
The materials for all GSS sheath sizes including the modified GSS (5Fr & 7Fr) and predicate GSS (6Fr) are provided in Table 5.1 below.
| GSS Component | Material | |
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| Tube | Ethylene-Tetrafluoroethylene (ETFE) copolymer, Bismuth Trioxide | |
| Hydrophilic Coating | Dimethyl acrylamide-glycidyl methacrylate copolymer | |
| Housing | Polypropylene | |
| Caulking Pin | Stainless Steel | |
| Sheath | Cap | Polypropylene |
| | Valve | Silicone Rubber |
| | Sheath Support | Styrene-ethylene-butylene-styrene block copolymer |
| | Side Tube | Polybutadiene |
| | 3-Way Stopcock | Polyethylene, Polypropylene, Polycarbonate |
| Dilator | Tube | Polypropylene, Bismuth subcarbonate |
| | Hub | Polypropylene |
| | Caulking Pin | Stainless Steel |
| Guide Wire Plastic Type | Nickel-Titanium alloy, Tungsten, Polyurethane | |
| Guide Wire Spring Type | Stainless Steel | |
| Guide wire inserter | Polyethylene | |
| Stainless steel entry needle | Cannula | Stainless Steel |
| | Hub | Polycarbonate |
| | Catheter tube | Ethylene-Tetrafluoroethylene (ETFE) copolymer, Barium sulfate |
| Surflo IV Catheter | Hub | Polypropylene |
| | Caulking Pin | Stainless Steel |
| | Filter Cap | Polystyrene, Polyester-Chlorinated polyvinyl chloride |
| | Adapter | Polypropylene |
| | Needle Cannula | Stainless Steel |
| Needle Hub | Polycarbonate | |
Table 5.1: GSS Materials (All Sheath Sizes)
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### Specifications
Table 5.2 below provides the device specifications for the modified GSS 5Fr & 7Fr and the predicate GSS (6Fr).
| Component | Specification | GSS (6Fr) -<br>(Predicate) | GSS (5Fr) -<br>(Modified) | GSS (7Fr) -<br>(Modified) |
|------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------|--------------------------------------------|---------------------------|---------------------------|
| Sheath | Size | 6Fr | 5Fr | 7Fr |
| | Length (cm) | 10, 16 | | |
| | Hydrophilic coating<br>(cm) | 10, 16 (entire length of sheath) | | |
| Dilator | Length (cm) | 15.5, 21.5 | | |
| Guide Wire | Outer Diameter (inch) | 0.018, 0.021, 0.025, 0.035 | | |
| Plastic Type | Length (cm) | 45, 80 | | |
| Guide Wire<br>Spring Type<br>(Stainless Steel) | Outer Diameter (inch) | 0.018, 0.021, 0.025, 0.035 | | |
| | Length (cm) | 45, 80 | | |
| Surflo IV Catheter | Size (Gauge) | 18, 20, 22 | | |
| | Length (mm) | 25, 32, 51, 64<br>(1", 1 1/4", 2", 2 1/2") | | |
| Stainless Steel<br>Entry Needle | Size (Gauge) | 20, 21 | | |
| | Length (mm) | 35<br>(1 2/5") | | |
| | | | | Table 5.2: Glidesheath Slender Device Specifications |
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# F. Intended Use (807.92(a)(5))
The Glidesheath Slender is used to facilitate placing a catheter through the skin into the radial artery.
Note: This intended use is identical to the predicate device, Glidesheath Slender (K122980).
# G. Substantial Equivalence Comparison (807.92(a)(6))
The Glidesheath Slender (5Fr & 7Fr), subject of this Special 510(k), is substantially equivalent in its intended use, technology/principal of operation, materials, and performance to the Glidesheath Slender (6Fr) cleared under K122980, manufactured by Ashitaka Factory of Terumo Corporation, Japan.
A comparison of the technological characteristics is summarized in Table 5.3 below.
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| Table 5.3: Summary of Comparative Information between the Modified GSS (5Fr & 7Fr) | |
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| and the Predicate Device GSS (6Fr) | |
| Device Characteristic | Predicate GSS (6Fr) – K122980 | Modified GSS (5Fr & 7Fr) | |
|----------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------|
| Trade Name | Glidesheath Slender™ | same | |
| Manufacturer | Ashitaka Factory of Terumo Corporation | same | |
| Intended Use | The Glidesheath Slender is used to<br>facilitate placing a catheter through the<br>skin into the radial artery. | same | |
| Principle of Operation /<br>Technology | Manual | same | |
| Device Components | 1. Sheath<br>2. Dilator<br>3. Plastic or Stainless Steel Guide Wire<br>4. Stainless Steel Entry Needle or<br>Surflo IV Catheter | same | |
| Available Sheath Sizes | 6 Fr | 5Fr & 7Fr | |
| Available Sheath Lengths | Effective Length: 100mm, 160mm | same | |
| Sheath Radiopacity | Yes | same | |
| Dilator Radiopacity | Yes | same | |
| Material | Sheath | ETFE copolymer, Bismuth Trioxide,<br>Dimethyl acrylamide-glycidyl<br>methacrylate copolymer, Polypropylene,<br>Stainless Steel, Silicone Rubber,<br>Styrene-ethylene-butylene-styrene<br>block copolymer, Polybutadiene,<br>Polycarbonate, Polyethylene | same |
| | Dilator | Polypropylene,Bismuth subcarbonate,<br>Stainless Steel | same |
| | Guide wire<br>plastic type | Nickel-Titanium alloy, Tungsten,<br>Polyurethane | same |
| | Guide wire<br>spring type | Stainless Steel | same |
| | Guide wire<br>inserter | Polyethylene | same |
| | Stainless steel<br>entry needle | Stainless Steel, Polycarbonate | same |
| | Surflo IV<br>catheter | ETFE copolymer, Barium sulfate,<br>Polypropylene, Stainless Steel,<br>Polystyrene, Polyester-Chlorinated<br>polyvinyl chloride, Polycarbonate | same |
| Device Characteristic | Predicate GSS (6Fr) – K122980 | Modified GSS (5Fr & 7Fr) | |
| Sheath Performance | Meets ISO 11070: Sterile single-use intravascular catheter introducers M Coating (Hydrophilic coating) Particulate Evaluation per FDA PTCA Guidance Test¹ / USP788 Meets following internal standards: Catheter Insertion and Removal Resistance Penetration Resistance External Surface Sliding Performance Hydrophilic coating (M Coating) Separation Resistance | same | |
| Packaging Material | Polyester-polyethylene laminated film and paper | same | |
| Sterilization Method | Ethylene Oxide | same | |
| Shelf - life | 30months | same | |
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# H. Non Clinical Tests (807.92(b)(1))
### Performance
Performance testing was conducted to ensure safety and effectiveness of the modified GSS (5Fr & 7Fr) device throughout the shelf-life, verify conformity to applicable ISO and internal standards and acceptance criteria, and demonstrate substantial equivalence to the predicate device.
No new issues of safety and effectiveness were raised with the testing performed and results were within the predetermined acceptance criteria. The performance of the modified GSS (5Fr & 7Fr) is substantially equivalent to that of the predicate GSS (6Fr) device and is safe and effective for its intended use.
A list of the performance tests that were conducted is provided in the Table 5.4 below.
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| Table 5.4 GSS 5Fr & 7Fr Verification Tests | |
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| | |
| Test | Standard |
| Sheath | |
| Surface | ISO 11070: Sec. 4.3 |
| Corrosion Resistance | ISO 11070: Sec. 4.4 |
| Radiodetectability | ISO 11070: Sec.4.5 |
| Size Designation (Dimensional Verification) | ISO 11070: Sec. 7.2 |
| Freedom from Leakage from Sheath Introducer | ISO 11070: Sec. 7.3 |
| Freedom from Leakage through Haemostasis Valve | ISO 11070: Sec. 7.4 |
| Force at Break (sheath) | ISO 11070: Sec. 7.6 |
| Force at Break (sheath to hub) | ISO 11070: Sec. 7.6 |
| Sheath to Dilator Fit | ISO 11070: Annex A.1 |
| Rollback Test | ISO 11070: Annex A.1 |
| Puncture model test | ISO 11070: Annex A.1 |
| Flexibility (Kink Angle) | ISO 11070: Annex A.1 |
| Flexibility (Radius of Curvature) | ISO 11070: Annex A.1 |
| Catheter Insertion and Removal Resistance | Internal Standard |
| Penetration Resistance | Internal Standard |
| External Surface Sliding Performance | Internal Standard |
| Hydrophilic coating (M Coating) Separation Resistance | Internal Standard |
| Hydrophilic coating (M Coating) Particulate Evaluation | FDA Guidance2<br>USP 788 |
| Dilator | |
| Surface | ISO 11070: Sec. 4.3 |
| Size Designation (Dimensional Verification) | ISO 11070: Sec. 9.2 |
| Conical Fitting | ISO 11070: Sec 9.3.2<br>ISO594-1 |
| Strength of Union between Hub and Dilator | ISO 11070: Sec 9.3.3 |
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### Biocompatibility
Biocompatibility of the modified GSS (5Fr & 7Fr) was evaluated based upon ISO 10993-1: 2009. The modified GSS (5Fr & 7Fr) including Sheath, Dilator, Guidewire, and Entry needle are classified as Externally Communicating Devices. Circulating Blood, Limited Contact (<24 hrs). This is the same classification as the predicate Glidesheath Slender (6Fr) (K122980).
All of the modified GSS (5Fr & 7Fr) materials are the same as the predicate GSS (6Fr) (K122980) and/or other currently marketed Terumo devices including the Glidesheath (5Fr) (K082644) and the Radiofocus Introducer II Kit (7Fr) (K954234). These devices have the same intended use, body contact and contact duration classification based on ISO10993-1: 2009. The Glidesheath and Radiofocus Introducer product lines have a demonstrated history of safe and effective use.
Additionally, biocompatibility testing was conducted in accordance with the FDA General Program memorandum #G95-1(5/1/95): Use of International Standard ISO-10993, "Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices Part 1: Evaluation and Testing". Samples tested were final, sterilized, whole finished good devices (including Sheath, Dilator, Guidewire, Guidewire Inserter, and Entry needle). Testing was conducted in accordance with 21 CFR Part 58 (Good Laboratory Practice for Nonclinical Laboratory Studies).
Physiochemical Profile (Physicochemical and FT-IR Analysis) testing was also conducted by Terumo Corporation per USP <661> Containers-Plastics: Physiochemical Tests. Testing demonstrated that the physiochemical properties of the subject GSS device do not change throughout its shelf life, and, therefore, remain biocompatible.
All test results met the requirements of applicable standards. A list of biocompatibility tests conducted are summarized Table 5.5 on the following page.
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| Table 5.5: Glidesheath Slender – Biocompatibility Testing Summary | |
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| | Test / Method / Standard |
| Cytotoxicity: | L929 MEM Elution Test - ISO 10993-5: 2009 |
| Sensitization: | Kligman Maximization Test - ISO 10993-10: 2010 |
| Irritation/ Intracutaneous Reactivity: | Intracutaneous Injection Test - ISO 10993-10: 2010 |
| Acute Systemic Toxicity: | Systemic Injection Test - ISO 10993-11: 2006 |
| Pyrogenicity: | Rabbit Pyrogen Test (Material Mediated) - ISO 10993-11: 2006 |
| Hemocompatibility | Hemolysis: Hemolysis Complete (Direct and Indirect) - ASTM F 756: 2008 |
| | Complement Activity:<br>Complement Activation Assay Direct Contact - ISO 10993-4: 2002/A1:2006 |
| | Thrombosis:<br>Thrombogenicity Study in Dogs- ISO 10993-4: 2002/A1:2006 |
| Physiochemical<br>Profile | Physicochemical<br>USP <661> |
| | FT-IR<br>USP <661> |
| | | Table 5.5: Glidesheath Slender - Biocompatibility Testing Summary | | | | |
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We conclude therefore that the modified GSS (5Fr & 7Fr) is biocompatible for its intended use.
#### Sterilization
The sterilization conditions have been validated according to ANSI / AAMI / ISO 11135-1, Sterilization of Health Care Products– Part 1: Requirements for development, validation and routine control of a sterilization process for medical devices, to provide a Sterility Assurance Level (SAL) of 10 °. The validation is on file and available upon request.
Residual ethylene oxide (EO) and ethylene chlorohydrin (ECH) will meet requirements for limited exposure devices (contact up to 24 hours) prior to use based on ISO 10993-7, Biological Evaluation of medical devices- Part 7: Ethylene Oxide Sterilization residuals. Residual EO will not exceed 4 mg per device and residual ECH will not exceed 9 mg per device.
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### Pyrogen Testing
The Glidesheath Slender is certified to be non-pyrogenic in the unopened and undamaged package. Limulus Amebocyte Lysate (LAL) (Photometric Quantitative Method) testing is performed on each lot of product in accordance to the United States Pharmacopoeia (USP) <85> Bacterial Endotoxins Test. Validation was performed in accordance with FDA published "Guidance for Industry Pyrogen and Endotoxins Testing: Questions and Answers; June 2012".
### Risk Analysis
A Product Risk Analysis was conducted in accordance with ISO 14971: 2007, taking into account the modifications to the previous device, and it was determined that there were no new issues of safety or effectiveness.
## I. Clinical Tests (807.92(b)(2))
This 510(k) does not include data from clinical tests.
## J. Conclusion (807.92(b)(3))
The proposed GSS (5Fr & 7Fr) is substantially equivalent in intended use, principles of operation, design features, materials, performance and fundamental scientific technology when compared to the predicate GSS (6Fr) (K122980). Verification testing was conducted and demonstrated that the modified device meets the design inputs and meets the same or equivalent requirements as the predicate GSS (6Fr) for both ISO 11070 and internal standards. The differences between the predicate and proposed devices do not raise any new issues regarding safety and effectiveness. Therefore, the GSS (5Fr & 7Fr) is considered substantially equivalent to the predicate device.
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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.