Vit Kit-Freeze Oocytes, Embryos and PN zygotes Vitrification Freeze Kit, Vit Kit-Thaw Oocytes, Embryos and PN zygotes Vitrification Thaw Kit
Applicant
Irvine Scientific
Product Code
MQL · Obstetrics/Gynecology
Decision Date
May 4, 2016
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 884.6180
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Real-World Evidence
Real-World Evidence
Submission
Device
Sponsor
RWD Sources
RWE Use Summary
Key Tags
K160006 · May 4, 2016
Vit Kit-Freeze Oocytes, Embryos and PN zygotes Vitrification Freeze Kit, Vit Kit-Thaw Oocytes, Embryos and PN zygotes Vitrification Thaw Kit
Irvine Scientific
CDC 2013 National Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) Summary; Peer-reviewed published clinical literature
The sponsor compared clinical study results for oocyte vitrification against national ART success rates (CDC data) and utilized published clinical literature to support the safety and effectiveness of the device for the expanded indication of oocyte (MII) vitrification.
CDC ART Success Rates; Literature Review; Oocyte Vitrification; Benchmark Comparison
Clinical Evidence
Study Design
Population
Comparator
Key Endpoints
CDC 2013 National Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) Summary Comparison; Benchmark comparison; Follow-up/Duration: 2013 reporting period; Study Period: 2013
National ART patients; Number of Sites: National
Clinical study of Vit Kit (fresh vs. frozen oocytes)
% Live Births/Transfer, % Live Births/Pregnancy
Peer-reviewed published literature; Literature review of clinical cohorts
Patients undergoing oocyte vitrification
Not applicable for this study
Oocyte survival rates, fertilization rates, pregnancy rates, live birth/transfers, number of live births
Indications for Use
Vit Kit® - Freeze (Vitrification Freeze Kit) is intended for use in the vitrification of oocytes (MII), pronuclear (PN) zygotes through day 3 cleavage stage embryos and blastocyst stage embryos. Vit Kit® - Thaw (Vitrification Thaw Kit) is intended for use in the thawing of oocytes (MII), pronuclear (PN) zygotes through day 3 cleavage stage embryos and blastocyst stage embryos.
Device Story
Vit Kit-Freeze and Vit Kit-Thaw are media kits for cryopreservation and thawing of human oocytes and embryos. Media contain modified Medium 199, HEPES buffer, dextran substitute supplement, gentamicin, and cryoprotectants (DMSO, ethylene glycol, sucrose). Used sequentially in clinical embryology laboratories by trained embryologists. Freeze kit prepares samples for vitrification; thaw kit recovers samples post-thaw. Output is cryopreserved or thawed gametes/embryos for subsequent IVF transfer. Benefits include fertility preservation and storage of excess embryos/gametes. Clinical decision-making relies on embryologist assessment of sample viability post-thaw.
Clinical Evidence
Prospective, multicenter clinical study (n=400) compared frozen MII oocytes to fresh oocytes. Primary endpoints: implantation rate/transfer, pregnancy rate/transfer, live birth rates. Results: Frozen oocytes showed 15% lower fertilization rate but comparable implantation and pregnancy rates to fresh oocytes. Live birth rates were higher for frozen oocytes. Data compared favorably to 2013 CDC National ART Success Rates. Supporting peer-reviewed literature confirmed equivalence in survival, fertilization, and pregnancy rates.
Technological Characteristics
Media based on modified Medium 199, HEPES buffered. Contains 20% (v/v) dextran substitute supplement, 35μg/mL gentamicin, DMSO, ethylene glycol, and sucrose. Non-patient contacting. Specifications include pH (7.05-7.54), osmolality, endotoxin levels, and mouse embryo assay (80-100% of control).
Indications for Use
Indicated for vitrification and thawing of MII oocytes, PN zygotes, day 3 cleavage stage embryos, and blastocyst stage embryos in patients undergoing assisted reproduction procedures.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
Reproductive media and supplement are products that are used for assisted reproduction procedures. Media include liquid and powder versions of various substances that come in direct physical contact with human gametes or embryos (including water, acid solutions used to treat gametes or embryos, rinsing solutions, sperm separation media, supplements, or oil used to cover the media) for the purposes of preparation, maintenance, transfer or storage. Supplements are specific reagents added to media to enhance specific properties of the media (e.g., proteins, sera, antibiotics, etc.).
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls) (mouse embryo assay information, endotoxin testing, sterilization validation, design specifications, labeling requirements, biocompatibility testing, and clinical testing). The device, when it is phosphate-buffered saline used for washing, and short-term handling and manipulation of gametes and embryos; culture oil used as an overlay for culture media containing gametes and embryos; and water for assisted reproduction applications, is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 884.9.
{0}------------------------------------------------
Image /page/0/Picture/1 description: The image shows the logo for the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. The logo features a stylized caduceus symbol, which is a staff with two snakes coiled around it. The words "DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES - USA" are arranged in a circular pattern around the caduceus symbol. The logo is black and white.
Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
May 4, 2016
Irvine Scientific Jayme Yamaguchi-Owens Regulatory Affairs Manager 2511 Daimler St Santa Ana, CA 92705
Re: K160006
Trade/Device Name: Vit Kit-freeze Oocytes, Embryos and PN Zygotes Vitrification Freeze Kit. Vit Kit-thaw Oocytes, Embryos and PN Zygotes Vitrification Thaw Kit Regulation Number: 21 CFR 884.6180 Regulation Name: Reproductive Media and Supplements Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: MQL Dated: April 1, 2016 Received: April 5, 2016
Dear Jayme Yamaguchi-Owens,
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device referenced above and have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to legally marketed predicate devices marketed in interstate commerce prior to May 28, 1976, the enactment date of the Medical Device Amendments, or to devices that have been reclassified in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (Act) that do not require approval of a premarket approval application (PMA). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. The general controls provisions of the Act include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration. Please note: CDRH does not evaluate information related to contract liability warranties. We remind you, however, that device labeling must be truthful and not misleading.
If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 898. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register.
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
{1}------------------------------------------------
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 devicerelated 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 Part 801), please contact the Division of Industry and Consumer Education at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 796-7100 or at its Internet address
http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/ResourcesforYou/Industry/default.htm. 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 Industry and Consumer Education at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 796-7100 or at its Internet address
http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/ResourcesforYou/Industry/default.htm.
Sincerely yours,
# Herbert P. Lerner -S
Benjamin R. Fisher, Ph.D. for Director Division of Reproductive, Gastro-Renal, and Urological Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
{2}------------------------------------------------
## Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K160006
Device Name
Vit Kit® - Freeze (Vitrification Freeze Kit)
Indications for Use (Describe)
Vit Kit® - Freeze (Vitrification Freeze Kit) is intended for use in the vitrification of oocytes (MI), pronuclear (PN) zygotes through day 3 cleavage stage embryos and blastocyst stage embryos.
| Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable) | |
|-------------------------------------------------|--|
|-------------------------------------------------|--|
X Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
| Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
#### CONTINUE ON A SEPARATE PAGE IF NEEDED.
This section applies only to requirements of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
#### *DO NOT SEND YOUR COMPLETED FORM TO THE PRA STAFF EMAIL ADDRESS BELOW.*
The burden time for this collection of information is estimated to average 79 hours per response, including the time to review instructions, search existing data sources, gather and maintain the data needed and complete and review the collection of information. Send comments regarding this burden estimate or any other aspect of this information collection, including suggestions for reducing this burden, to:
> Department of Health and Human Services Food and Drug Administration Office of Chief Information Officer Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) Staff PRAStaff(@fda.hhs.gov
"An agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person is not required to respond to, a collection of information unless it displays a currently valid OMB number."
{3}------------------------------------------------
## Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K160006
Device Name Vit Kit® - Thaw (Vitrification Thaw Kit)
Indications for Use (Describe)
Vit Kit® - Thaw (Vitrification Thaw Kit) is intended for use in the thawing of vitrified oocytes (MI), pronuclear (PN) zygotes through day 3 cleavage stage embryos and blastocyst stage embryos.
| Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable) |
|-------------------------------------------------|
|-------------------------------------------------|
X Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
| Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
#### CONTINUE ON A SEPARATE PAGE IF NEEDED.
This section applies only to requirements of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
#### *DO NOT SEND YOUR COMPLETED FORM TO THE PRA STAFF EMAIL ADDRESS BELOW.*
The burden time for this collection of information is estimated to average 79 hours per response, including the time to review instructions, search existing data sources, gather and maintain the data needed and complete and review the collection of information. Send comments regarding this burden estimate or any other aspect of this information collection, including suggestions for reducing this burden, to:
> Department of Health and Human Services Food and Drug Administration Office of Chief Information Officer Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) Staff PRAStaff(@fda.hhs.gov
"An agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person is not required to respond to, a collection of information unless it displays a currently valid OMB number."
{4}------------------------------------------------
## 510(k) SUMMARY AS REQUIRED BY SECTION § 807.92(c)
| Submitters Name and Address: | Irvine Scientific Sales Co., Inc.<br>2511 Daimler Street<br>Santa Ana, CA 92705<br>Telephone: 800-437-5706<br>Facsimile: 949-261-6522 |
|------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Manufacturing Site: | 2511 Daimler Street<br>Santa Ana, CA 92705 |
| Contact Person: | Jayme Yamaguchi-Owens<br>Irvine Scientific Sales Co., Inc.<br>2511 Daimler Street<br>Santa Ana, CA 92705<br>Telephone: 800-437-5706<br>Facsimile: 949-261-6522<br>Email: jfy@irvinesci.com |
| Date Prepared: | May 4, 2016 |
| Establishment Registration Number: | 2022379 |
| 510(k): | K160006 |
| Trade or Proprietary Name: | Vit Kit® - Freeze<br>Oocytes, Embryos and PN zygotes<br>Vitrification Freeze Kit |
| | Vit Kit® - Thaw<br>Oocytes, Embryos and PN zygotes<br>Vitrification Thaw Kit |
| Common Name: | Vitrification Freezing and Thawing Kits |
| Device Regulation: | 21 CFR § 884.6180 |
| Device Classification: | Class II |
| Product Code: | MQL |
| Predicate Device: | Vit Kit® - Freeze, Irvine Scientific (K093273)<br>Vit Kit® - Thaw, Irvine Scientific (K093273) |
{5}------------------------------------------------
#### Device Description:
The five media that comprise the two kits, Vit Kit® - Freeze and the Vit Kit® - Thaw are all based upon a modified formulation of Medium 199 is HEPES buffered and contains 20% (v/v) dextran substitute supplement (DSS), 35μ.g/mL gentamicin and varying concentrations of dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO), ethylene glycol (EG), and sucrose. The two freeze media in the Vit Kit® - Freeze are intended to be used sequentially, for the preparation and cryopreservation of PN, day 3 cleavage stage, and blastocyst stage embryos and oocytes.
The three thaw media in the Vit Kit®- Thaw are intended for sequential use in the thawing and recovery of cryopreserved human PN, cleavage stage, and blastocyst embryos and oocytes.
#### Indications for Use:
Vit Kit® - Freeze (Vitrification Freeze Kit) is intended for use in the vitrification of oocytes (MII), pronuclear (PN) zygotes through day 3 cleavage stage embryos and blastocyst stage embryos.
Vit Kit® - Thaw (Vitrification Thaw Kit) is intended for use in the thawing of oocytes (MII), pronuclear (PN) zygotes through day 3 cleavage stage embryos and blastocyst stage embryos.
Vit Kit® - Freeze and Vit Kit® - Thaw was previously cleared under K093273 with the intended use for vitrification of pronuclear (PN) through day 3 cleavage stage embryos and blastocyst stage embryos and thawing/warming of vitrified PN through day 3 cleavage stage embryos and blastocyst stage embryos respectively.
The purpose of this submission is to expand the indication for use of the cleared Vit Kit® - Freeze and Vit Kit® - Thaw (K093273) to include oocytes (MII).
The expansion of the indication for use statement to include oocytes in the current submission does not alter the intended use and therapeutic effect of the device (cryopreservation of extra embryos/gametes for use at a later time).
{6}------------------------------------------------
### Comparison of Technological Characteristics with the Predicate Device:
The media in the Vit Kit® - Freeze and Vit Kit® - Thaw are designed to be used sequentially for the vitrification and thawing of MII oocytes. PN zygotes, day 3 cleavage stage and blastocyst stage embryos for cryopreservation during assisted reproduction procedures. None of the media are intended to contact the patient.
The composition of the media that comprise the predicate device Vit Kit® - Freeze and Vit Kit® - Thaw (K093273) and the proposed device, Vit Kit® - Freeze and Vit Kit® -Thaw (K160006) are identical as presented in the tables below:
| Vitrification Kits | | | | | | | |
|-----------------------------------|---------------------|-------|----------|------------------|-------|------------|---------|
| | Cryoprotectant | | | Media Components | | | |
| Device | Ethylene<br>Glycol1 | | Sucrose2 | M199 | | Gentamicin | |
| | | DMSO7 | | Amino<br>Acids | NEAA3 | n | Protein |
| Vit Kit® -<br>Freeze<br>(K093273) | + | + | + | + | + | + | + |
| Vit Kit® -<br>Freeze<br>(K160006) | + | + | + | + | + | + | + |
| Table 1: Vitrification Freeze Kit Component Comparison | | |
|---------------------------------------------------------|--|--|
| | | |
<sup>1</sup> Used at two (2) concentrations, 7.5% (v/v) in the Equilibration Solution and 15% (v/v) in the Vitrification Solution
<sup>2</sup> Used at one (1) concentrations, 0.5M in the Vitrification Solution
<sup>3</sup> NEAA – non-essential amino acids
{7}------------------------------------------------
| Vitrification Warm/Thaw/Warming Kits | | | | | |
|--------------------------------------|----------|-------------|------|------------|---------|
| Device | Sucrose4 | M199 | | Gentamicin | Protein |
| | | Amino Acids | NEAA | | |
| Vit Kit® - Thaw<br>(K093273) | + | + | + | + | + |
| Vit Kit® - Thaw<br>(K160006) | + | + | + | + | + |
## Table 2: Vitrification Thaw Kit Component Comparison
The product specifications for the Vit Kit® - Freeze and Vit Kit® - Thaw are identical to the predicate device, as described in the table below:
| Final Product Test<br>Specification | Vit Kit® - Freeze<br>K093273<br>K160006 | | Vit Kit® - Thaw<br>K093273<br>K160006 | | |
|--------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------|-----------------------|---------------------------------------|---------------------|---------------------|
| | ES<br>Freeze<br>90131 | VS<br>Freeze<br>90132 | TS<br>Thaw<br>90134 | DS<br>Thaw<br>90135 | WS<br>Thaw<br>90136 |
| Appearance | Pass | Pass | Pass | Pass | Pass |
| pH | 7.05 - 7.54 | 7.05 - 7.54 | 7.05 - 7.44 | 7.05 - 7.44 | 7.05 - 7.44 |
| Osmolality<br>(mOsm/KgH2O) | 1,055 –<br>1,445 | 1,100 -<br>1,588 | 1,732 -<br>1,912 | 857 – 910 | 268 – 292 |
| Endotoxin (EU/mL) | 0.03 - 0.60 | 0.03 - 0.60 | 0.03 -0.60 | 0.03 -0.60 | 0.03 -0.60 |
| Sterility | Pass | Pass | Pass | Pass | Pass |
| Modified Mouse<br>Embryo Assay (% of<br>Control) | 80 - 100 | 80 - 100 | 80 - 100 | 80 - 100 | 80 - 100 |
Table 1: Vit Kit® - Freeze Kit and Vit Kit® - Thaw Product Specifications
<sup>4</sup> Sucrose = a non-permeating cryoprotectant used at two (2) concentrations, 1.0M in the Thawing Solution, 0.5M in the Dilution Solution.
{8}------------------------------------------------
| Final Product Test<br>Specification | Vit Kit® - Freeze<br>K093273<br>K160006 | | Vit Kit® - Thaw<br>K093273<br>K160006 | | |
|-------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------|-----------------------|---------------------------------------|---------------------|---------------------|
| | ES<br>Freeze<br>90131 | VS<br>Freeze<br>90132 | TS<br>Thaw<br>90134 | DS<br>Thaw<br>90135 | WS<br>Thaw<br>90136 |
| Albumin Recovery (%) | 85 - 200 | 85 - 200 | 85 - 200 | 85 - 200 | 85 - 200 |
The technological characteristics of the Vit Kit® - Freeze and Vit Kit® - Thaw Kit are comparable to the predicate device, do not impact substantial equivalence, and do not raise new issues regarding safety or effectiveness.
#### Non-clinical Performance Data:
Vit Kit® - Freeze and Vit Kit® - Thaw media are tested using the one cell mouse embryo assay prior to their release for sale. This assay assures that the product is both functional for its intended use, the support of embryonic growth, and that no toxic components are present in the formulation.
Endotoxin, albumin recovery assay, pH, osmolality, appearance and sterility testing are also performed as a condition of release for Vit Kit® - Freeze and Vit Kit® - Thaw media. Results of all release assays performed are reported on a lot-specific certificate of analysis, and are indicated on the labeling.
In addition, shelf-life testing has been performed to ensure no loss of functionality or sterility at the end of the proposed shelf-life.
#### Clinical Performance Data:
To support substantial equivalence, a clinical study was performed to assess the clinical efficacy of oocyte cryopreservation using the Vit Kit® - Freeze and Vit Kit® - Thaw as compared to non-cryopreserved (fresh) oocytes.
The study was a prospective, multicenter study comprised of up to 400 patients. Inclusion criteria encompassed some of the following: Infertile women < 37 years of age in good general physical and mental health and a normal BMI (≤ 27); Voluntarily wishing to conceive or preserve fertility potential with excess MII oocytes remaining
{9}------------------------------------------------
after a fresh IVF treatment cycle with a minimum of six (6) freezable MII oocytes required with fertilization of oocytes by ICSI only. Exclusion criteria included some of the following: Couples for whom the male partner requires testicular or epididymal sperm retrieval; Uncorrected hydrosalpinx or abnormal uterine cavity; History of hyporesponsiveness or ovarian stimulation or complications related to tolerance to OCP's, Gonadotropins, Progesterone or estrogen or a medical condition that is contraindicated to pregnancy or gonadotropin therapy (examples: allergies, immune deficiency, etc.).
The clinical data demonstrated the comparability between the frozen oocyte and fresh oocyte transfers with regards to the following criteria:
- % Implantation Rate/Transfer
- . % Pregnancy Rate/Transfer
The % fertilized was observed to be 15% lower for frozen oocytes when compared to fresh oocytes; however, it did not impact the % Implantation Rate/Transfer and % Pregnancy Rate/Transfer, which were comparable to fresh oocytes. The % Live Births/Transfer and % Live Births/Pregnancy were higher for the frozen oocytes when compared to fresh oocytes. Based upon the clinical date, the safety and the effectiveness of the Vit Kit® - Freeze and Vit Kit® - Thaw were demonstrated.
In addition, the clinical data was compared to the current National Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) Success Rates published in the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Report of 2013 National Summary in August 2015. This comparison revealed that for the fresh oocytes, the % Live Births/Transfer rates from the clinical study were lower, and the % Live Births/Pregnancy rates were comparable to the CDC data. For frozen oocytes, the % Live Births/Transfer rates were similar and the % Live Births/Pregnancy rates were significantly higher in the clinical study when compared to the CDC data.
Finally, peer-reviewed published literature was provided to support the expansion of the Indications for Use to include oocyte vitrification. Several of these publications provided
{10}------------------------------------------------
clinical data of oocyte vitrification using the subject device. The other published literature included studies that were performed using identical cryoprotectants (ethylene glycol, DMSO, and sucrose) at the same or similar concentrations to those used in the subject device. The clinical study data was compared to the published literature with regards to the number of patients participating, oocyte survival rates, fertilization rates, pregnancy rates, livebirth/transfers, and the number of live births reports for frozen and fresh oocytes.
Based upon the information provided in the published literature, the success rates reported in regards to fertilization rates, pregnancy rates, live birth/transfers and live birth rates were equivalent to or comparable to the Vit Kit® - Freeze and Vit Kit® - Thaw. Therefore, the published clinical data provided supports the substantial equivalence of the Vit Kit® - Freeze and Vit Kit® - Thaw.
### Conclusion:
The results of the testing described above provide a reasonable assurance that Vit Kit® - Freeze and Vit Kit® - Thaw is as safe and effective as the predicate device and supports and determination of substantial equivalence
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.