The ManoScan System provides mapping of pressures and, optionally, impedance within organs of the human gastrointestinal tract. These include the pharynx, upper esophageal sphincter (UES), esophageal sphincter (LES), stomach, Sphincter of Oddi, small bowel, colon, duodenum and anorectal organs. It is used in a medical clinical setting to acquire pressures and then store the corresponding data for visualization and analysis. The real-time data as well as the analysis information can be viewed by trained personnel for diagnostic and analytic purposes. The ManoScan HRM modules provide high-resolution mapping of the pressure and impedance data. The ManoScan CLT module provides conventional line trace mapping of the pressure data.
Device Story
ManoScan System performs gastrointestinal, sphincter of Oddi, and colorectal manometry. Inputs include pressure and impedance signals from specialized catheter probes (water-perfused, solid-state, air-charged, HRM, 3D). System comprises HRM modules (A120, A200, A300, A400) for high-resolution mapping and CLT module (A550) for conventional line trace mapping. Optional A400 module integrates external medical video inputs. Software (ManoScan 3.0, ManoView CLT) processes, stores, and displays real-time data concurrently with video for physiological review. Used in clinical settings by trained personnel. Output enables visualization and analysis of motility function, aiding diagnostic decision-making. Benefits include improved physiological assessment of esophageal or anorectal motility.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Includes electrical safety and EMC testing per IEC 60601-1 and IEC 60601-1-2. Hardware verification performed for CLT A550 module. Pressure mapping performance verified against Polygraf ID predicate. Software verification and validation conducted per FDA guidance for moderate level of concern software.
Technological Characteristics
System includes HRM modules (A120, A200, A300, A400) and CLT module (A550). Supports water-perfused, solid-state, air-charged, HRM, impedance, and 3D catheters. Safety Class 1. Input 110-230 VAC 50/60 Hz. Connectivity via transducer cables to modules. Software supports Windows 7/8/8.1. Calibration: 2-point linear for CLT, multi-point for HRM.
Indications for Use
Indicated for mapping pressures and optionally impedance within the human GI tract (pharynx, UES, LES, stomach, Sphincter of Oddi, small bowel, colon, duodenum, anorectal organs) in a clinical setting for diagnostic and analytic purposes by trained personnel.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A gastrointestinal motility monitoring system is a device used to measure peristalic activity or pressure in the stomach or esophagus by means of a probe with transducers that is introduced through the mouth into the gastrointestinal tract. The device may include signal conditioning, amplifying, and recording equipment. This generic type of device includes the esophageal motility monitor and tube, the gastrointestinal motility (electrical) system, and certain accessories, such as a pressure transducer, amplifier, and external recorder.
Predicate Devices
ManoScan Motility with Impedance Visualization System (K091070)
Polygram 98 Anorectal Function Testing Application, Polygram 98 Esophageal Manometry Application, Polygraf ID (K011472)
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Given Imaging, Ltd. Hilla Debby Director, Clinical & Regulatory 2 Hacarmel St. New Industrial Park POB 258 Yoqneam, 20962 Israel
Re: K151086 Trade/Device Name: ManoScan® System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 876.1725 Regulation Name: Gastrointestinal Motility Monitoring System Regulatory Class: II Product Code: FFX Dated: April 6, 2015 Received: April 8, 2015
Dear Hilla Debby,
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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## Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K151086
Device Name ManoScan® System
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
The ManoScan System provides mapping of pressures and, optionally, impedance within organs of the human gastrointestinal tract. These include the pharynx, upper esophageal sphincter (UES), esophageal sphincter (LES), stomach, Sphincter of Oddi, small bowel, colon, duodenum and anorectal organs. It is used in a medical clinical setting to acquire pressures and then store the corresponding data for visualization and analysis. The real-time data as well as the analysis information can be viewed by trained personnel for diagnostic and analytic purposes. The ManoScan HRM modules provide high-resolution mapping of the pressure and impedance data. The ManoScan CLT module provides conventional line trace mapping of the pressure data.
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X Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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## 510(k) Summary
This 510(k) summary of safety and effectiveness information is being submitted in accordance with the requirements of the Safe Medical Devices Act of 1990 and 21 CFR 807.92.
#### SUBMITTER I.
| Submitter Name and Address: | Given Imaging Ltd. (GI Solutions, Medtronic) |
|------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------|
| | 2 Hacarmel Street |
| | New Industrial Park |
| | PO Box 258 |
| | Yokneam 20692 |
| | Israel |
| | Tel.: 00-972-4-9097774 |
| | Fax: 00-972-73-2501533 |
| Contact Person: | Hilla Debby |
| | Director, Clinical & Regulatory |
| | Email: Hila.Debby@covidien.com |
| Phone Number: | 972 (4) 909-7774 |
| Fax Number: | (972) 73-2501533 |
| Establishment Registration Number: | 9710107 |
| Date Prepared: | April 21, 2016 |
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| II. DEVICE | |
| Device Trade Name(s): | ManoScan® System |
| Device Common Name: | Gastrointestinal motility monitoring system |
Panel:
Classification:
FFX – System, Gastrointestinal Motility (Electrical)
Regulation No: 876.1725, Class: II
Gastroenterology/Urology
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#### PREDICATE DEVICE(S) III.
- · ManoScan Motility with Impedance Visualization System (K091070) Primary Predicate
- · Polygram 98 Anorectal Function Testing Application, Polygram 98 Esophageal Manometry Application, Polygraf ID (K011472) - Secondary Predicate
#### IV. DEVICE DESCRIPTION:
The ManoScan System provides hardware and software for performing gastrointestinal (GI), sphincter of Oddi, and colorectal manometry.
The ManoScan System comprises two sub-systems: the ManoScan HRM System and the ManoScan CLT System. The ManoScan HRM modular series is a high resolution manometry system used for GI manometry. The base system includes a manometric catheter probe, a ManoScan HRM module (A120 module), and software for data acquisition and analysis. Various probe configurations are available depending on the application (esophageal or anorectal manometry), size (regular or small), and catheter diameter. The ManoScan A200 module enables measuring pressure and impedance data using different dedicated catheters. The ManoScan A300 module is used for high-definition 3D catheters which pass pressure data through to the ManoScan A120 module. When enabled, the optional ManoScan A400 module will enable video acquisition through video inputs that originate in typical medical imaging equipment. The ManoScan 3.0 software supports display of video from the ManoScan A400 module (or other video input) and displays it concurrently with pressure (and impedance if enabled) to allow for improved physiological review of the esophageal or anorectal motility function.
The ManoScan CLT series is a conventional line trace system used for GI manometry. The system includes a manometric catheter probe, the ManoScan CLT module (A550), and software for data acquisition and analysis. The system is supplied as an integrated cart system consisting of:
- a cart -
- । manometric catheter
- ManoScan CLT A550 module -
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- Computer, monitor and computer peripherals (keyboard, mouse, etc.) -
- power isolation station -
- ManoScan 3.0 and ManoView CLT software -
The ManoScan CLT A550 module acquires pressure data from three catheter types: waterperfused, solid state, and air-charged, manufactured by specific vendors. Each catheter type is connected to the ManoScan CLT A550 module by means of corresponding transducer cable.
### V. INDICATIONS FOR USE:
The ManoScan System provides mapping of pressures and, optionally, impedance within organs of the human gastrointestinal tract. These include the pharynx, upper esophageal sphincter (UES), esophagus, lower esophageal sphincter (LES), stomach, sphincter of Oddi, small bowel, colon, duodenum and anorectal organs. It is used in a medical clinical setting to acquire pressures and then store the corresponding data for visualization and analysis. The realtime data as well as the analysis information can be viewed by medically trained personnel for diagnostic and analytic purposes. The ManoScan HRM modules provide high-resolution mapping of the pressure and impedance data. The ManoScan CLT module provides conventional line trace mapping of the pressure data.
### VI. TECHNOLOGICAL CHARACHTERISTICS:
A comparison of the technological characteristics of the device and predicate devices is presented below in tables 1 and 2:
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Table 1 – ManoScan System specifications in comparison to Polygraf ID System and ManoScan System:
| | Device | Primary<br>Predicate | Secondary Predicate |
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| Device Name | ManoScan System | ManoScan Motility<br>with Impedance<br>Visualization System | Polygram 98<br>Anorectal Function<br>Testing Application,<br>Polygram 98<br>Esophageal<br>Manometry<br>Application, Polygraf<br>ID |
| System<br>Components | HRM modules (A120,<br>A200, A300, A400)<br>CLT Module (A550)<br>Catheters (HRM,<br>impedance, 3D and<br>SUM)<br>Software | HRM modules (A120,<br>A200, A400)<br>Catheters (HRM and<br>impedance)<br>Software | Polygraf ID Module<br>Polygram 98 software<br>SUM catheters |
| Catheter type | CLT:<br>Water-perfused catheters<br>Solid-state catheter<br>Air-charged catheter<br>HRM:<br>HRM catheter<br>Impedance catheter<br>3D catheter | HRM catheter<br>Impedance catheter | Water-perfused<br>catheters<br>Solid-state catheter<br>Air-charged catheter |
| Signals collected | Pressure and Impedance | Pressure and Impedance | Pressure, pH, EMG,<br>respiration and swallow |
| Recording<br>control | Real time monitoring of<br>signals | Real time monitoring of<br>signals | Real time monitoring of<br>signals |
| Channels | CLT: 1-16<br>HRM:<br>Number of pressure<br>sensors: 8-256<br>Number of impedance<br>sensors: 19 (18 channels) | CLT: NA<br>HRM:<br>Number of pressure<br>sensors: 8-36 | CLT: 4-16<br>HRM:<br>NA |
| Dimensions | CLT:<br>(A550): | CLT: NA | CLT:<br>(A500): |
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| | Device | Primary<br>Predicate | Secondary Predicate |
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| Device Name | ManoScan System | ManoScan Motility<br>with Impedance<br>Visualization System | Polygram 98<br>Anorectal Function<br>Testing Application,<br>Polygram 98<br>Esophageal<br>Manometry<br>Application, Polygraf<br>ID |
| | Width: 331 mm<br>Depth: 245.5 mm<br>Height: 98.5 mm<br>Weight 3.4 kg | | Width: 370 mm<br>Depth: 225 mm<br>Height: 73mm<br>Weight: 3 Kg |
| | HRM:<br>(A120, A200, A300,<br>A400):<br>Width: 341 mm<br>Depth: 245.5 mm<br>Height: 54.5 - 98.5 mm<br>Weight 2.1 - 4.0 kg | HRM:<br>(A120, A200, A400):<br>Width: 331 mm<br>Depth: 245.5 mm<br>Height: 54.5 - 98.5 mm<br>Weight 2.1 - 4.0 kg | HRM: NA |
| Degree of<br>Protection | Safety Class 1 | Safety Class 1 | Safety Class 1 |
| Input | 110-230 VAC ~ 50/60<br>Hz | 110-230 VAC ~ 50/60<br>Hz | 110-230 VAC ~ 50/60<br>Hz |
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| | Device | Primary Predicate | Secondary<br>Predicate |
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| | ManoScan System | ManoScan Motility<br>with Impedance<br>Visualization<br>System | Polygram 98<br>Anorectal Function<br>Testing Application<br>Polygram 98<br>Esophageal<br>Manometry<br>Application,<br>Polygraf ID |
| 510(k) Number | | K091070 | K011472 |
| Operating system<br>compatibility | Microsoft Windows<br>7, Windows 8/8.1 | Windows XP<br>Professional Service<br>Pack 2 | Microsoft Windows<br>98, Windows 2000<br>and Windows XP |
| SW licensing | Yes | No | Yes |
| pH, EMG, respiration,<br>swallow and EGG<br>applications supported | No | No | Yes |
| Multi language support | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Guide wizard | Yes | Yes | No |
| Clinical<br>modality/procedure<br>selection | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Patient information set<br>up | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Calibration | 2 point linear<br>calibration for CLT,<br>multiple point<br>calibration for HRM.<br>Monitoring of<br>calibration result for<br>range and resolution<br>requirement. | Multiple point<br>calibration for HRM.<br>Monitoring of<br>calibration result for<br>range and resolution<br>requirement | 2 point linear<br>calibration.<br>Monitoring of<br>calibration result for<br>range and resolution<br>requirement |
| Acquire circumferential<br>data from 3D probe | Yes | No | No |
| Support visualizations<br>for 3D data | Yes | No | No |
Table 2: Description of software features in comparison to predicate devices:
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The main mechanical differences in the ManoScan CLT A550 module are in comparison to the Polygraf ID module and new software versions to support line trace manometry applications. However, it may be concluded from the Substantial Equivalence Summary that none of the presented changes raise any new safety issues.
Both the subject and predicate devices have the same intended use for mapping pressure levels within the tubular organs of the GI tract. The predicate device, ManoScan System for high resolution manometry, also has an additional use of recording impedance data.
#### VII. PERFORMANCE DATA:
The following performance data was provided in support of the substantial equivalence determination.
#### Electrical Safety and Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
Electrical safety and Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) testing were conducted on the ManoScan System, consisting of the modules and supported catheters, the system complies with IEC 60601-1 standard for electrical safety and the IEC 60601-1-2 standard for EMC.
#### Bench Testing - Hardware Verification
A Hardware verification test was performed to evaluate the performance of the ManoScan CLT A550 module hardware and embedded software.
#### Bench Testing - Pressure Mapping
Pressure mapping test was conducted to verify that the mapping of pressure data of ManoScan CLT A550 module is equivalent to that of the predicate device, Polygraf ID module.
#### Software Verification and Validation Testing
Software verification and validation testing were conducted and documentation was provided as recommended by FDA's Guidance for Industry and FDA staff, "Guidance for the Content of Premarket Submission for Software Contained in Medical Devices." The software for this device is considered as a "moderate" level of concern, since a malfunction or a latent design flaw in the Software could lead to an erroneous diagnosis or a delay in delivery of appropriate
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medical care that would likely lead to Minor Injury.
The proposed changes in this submission do not raise new performance or safety issues.
### VIII. CONCLUSION:
Based on the technological characteristics of the devices, Given Imaging Ltd. believes that the ManoScan System and the predicate devices selected are substantially equivalent and do not raise new issues of safety or effectiveness.
Given Imaging Ltd. 510(k) Submission – ManoScan® System
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1. Search: exact and fuzzy
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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?
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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.
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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.
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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.