nView system 1 is intended to provide both 2D and 3D imaging of adult and pediatric populations over 6 years of age. The device is intended to provide fluoroscopic and tomographic imaging of patients during orthopedic surgical procedures where the clinician benefits from 3D visualization of complex anatomical structures, such as high contrast objects, bones, joints, cervical, thoracic, and lumbar regions of the spine, and joint fractures of the upper and lower extremities. The device is indicated to image human anatomy up to 30 cm thickness. The device is not indicated for mammographic or lung nodule applications.
Device Story
Mobile fluoroscopic C-arm and monitor cart system; provides 2D/3D X-ray imaging for orthopedic surgery. Input: X-ray projections captured via stationary gantry with rotating internal X-ray tube. Processing: Iterative reconstruction algorithm generates 3D tomographic volumes from multi-arc scan data. Output: 2D fluoroscopic projections and 3D anatomical reconstructions displayed on monitor cart. Used in hospital/clinic settings by clinicians. Benefits: Enables intraoperative visualization of complex bony anatomy; faster acquisition/reconstruction times compared to predicate; lower radiation dose for thin patients.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Performance validated via engineering bench tests, imaging performance evaluations, and human factors/usability testing in simulated clinical environments. Conformance to IEC 60601 series and 21 CFR 1020.30/32 standards demonstrated. No clinical trial data presented.
Technological Characteristics
Mobile C-arm/monitor cart; stationary anode X-ray tube (75kV/12mA/350W); 30cm x 30cm CMOS digital detector (1952x1952 resolution). Multi-arc source trajectory (117-degree). Iterative reconstruction algorithm. Connectivity via USB/HDMI. Power: 120 VAC. Software: Moderate level of concern.
Indications for Use
Indicated for adult and pediatric patients >6 years old undergoing orthopedic surgery requiring 2D/3D imaging of high-contrast anatomical structures (bones, joints, spine, extremities) up to 30 cm thickness. Not for mammography or lung nodules.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An image-intensified fluoroscopic x-ray system is a device intended to visualize anatomical structures by converting a pattern of x-radiation into a visible image through electronic amplification. This generic type of device may include signal analysis and display equipment, patient and equipment supports, component parts, and accessories.
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls). An anthrogram tray or radiology dental tray intended for use with an image-intensified fluoroscopic x-ray system only is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 892.9. In addition, when intended as an accessory to the device described in paragraph (a) of this section, the fluoroscopic compression device is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 892.9.
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nView medical, Inc. % Ms. Lisa Last Regulatory Affairs Leader 2681 E. Parleys Way, Suite 107 SALT LAKE CITY UT 84109
Re: K190064
Trade/Device Name: nView system 1 Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.1650 Regulation Name: Image-intensified fluoroscopic x-ray system Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: OWB, OXO, JAA, JAK Dated: June 7, 2019 Received: June 12, 2019
Dear Ms. Last:
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. Although this letter refers to your product as a device, please be aware that some cleared products may instead be combination products. The 510(k) Premarket Notification Database located at https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfpmp/pmn.cfm identifies combination product submissions. 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) K190064
Device Name nView system 1
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
n View system 1 is intended to provide both 2D and 3D imaging of adult and pediations over 6 years of age. The device is intended to provide fluoroscopic imaging of patients during orthopedic surgical procedures where the clinician benefits from 3D visualization of complex anatomical structures, such as high contrast objects, bones, joints, cervical, thoracic, and lumbar regions of the spine, and joint fractures of the upper and lower extremities.
The device is indicated to image human anatomy up to 30 cm thickness.
The device is not indicated for mammographic or lung nodule applications.
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# 510(k) Summary
The following statement is being submitted in accordance with the requirements of 21 CFR 807.92.
# Submitter Information
- Submitter: nView medical, Inc. 2681 E. Parleys Way, Suite 107 Salt Lake City, Utah 84109
- Contact: Ms. Lisa Last Chief Operating Officer/ Regulatory Affairs lisa.last@nviewmed.com T 617.283.7053
Preparation Date: June 7, 2019
# Subject Device Information
| Device Name: | nView system 1 |
|-----------------------|---------------------------------------------|
| Common/Usual Name: | Mobile Fluoroscopic C-Arm |
| Regulation Number: | CFR 892.1650 |
| Regulation Name: | Image-intensified fluoroscopic x-ray system |
| Regulatory Class: | II |
| Primary Product Code: | OWB |
# Predicate Device Information
| Device Name (510(k) number): | Ziehm Vision RFD 3D (K142740) |
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| Common/Usual Name: | Mobile Fluoroscopic C-Arm |
| Regulation Number: | CFR 892.1650 |
| Regulation Name: | Image-intensified fluoroscopic x-ray system |
| Regulatory Class: | II |
| Primary Product Code: | OWB |
# Device Description:
Device Identification: The nView system 1 mobile fluoroscopic system is cone beam computed tomography X-ray system and a fluoroscopic X-ray imaging system consisting of two mobile units: a mobile C-arm and a monitor cart. The mobile C-arm is comprised of a fixed anode X-ray tube, a high voltage generator, X-ray controls, and a mechanical "C" shaped structure which supports the X-ray tube 001 S001 to K190064 nViewSvstem1
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The monitor cart is a mobile platform that connects to the mobile C-arm by USB and HDMI cables, and which integrates the flat panel display monitors and user controls.
Device Characteristics: The device contains software. It does not contain biologics, drugs, patient-contacting materials, coatings, additives, single-use, or sterile components.
Environment of Use: The device is intended to be used in a hospital facility during surgery.
Brief Written Description of the Device: The nView system 1 employs X-rays as its imaging technology for visualizing human anatomy in both 2D and 3D. The X-ray tube powered by a generator produces X-rays, which image the patient under control of the user, at the direction of a physician. The images from the system assist the physicians in visualizing the patient's anatomy during surgical procedures. The device provides both real-time image capture visualization suitable for use both during surgery or immediately pre or post-surgery.
Key Performance Specifications/Characteristics of the Device performs both 2D and 3D medical imaging generated by means of an iterative algorithm. The system uses the images of a scan captured with relation to a predefined scan reference frame to compute the three-dimensional representation of the imaged object. The images are displayed on the screen of the monitor cart. It is possible to display projection views as well as orthogonal tomographic views.
## Indications for Use:
nView system 1 is intended to provide both 2D and 3D imaging of adult and pediatric populations over 6 years of age. The device is intended to provide fluoroscopic and tomographic imaging of patients during orthopedic surgical procedures where the clinician benefits from 3D visualization of complex anatomical structures, such as high contrast objects, bones, joints, cervical, thoracic, and lumbar regions of the spine, and joint fractures of the upper and lower extremities.
The device is indicated to image human anatomy up to 30 cm thickness.
The device is not indicated for mammographic or lung nodule applications.
### Comparison of Technology with Predicate:
The technological principle of operation for both the predicate devices is limited angle cone beam CT X-ray imaging. It is based on the collection of a series of projection images of the same anatomy, and applying iterative reconstruction techniques to generate a 3D tomographic reconstruction. The following tables compare the intended use and technological characteristics of the subject and predicate device.
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| SUBJECT<br>DEVICE<br>nView system<br>1 | nView system 1 is intended to provide both 2D and 3D imaging of adult and<br>pediatric populations over 6 years of age. The device is intended to<br>provide fluoroscopic and tomographic imaging of patients during orthopedic<br>surgical procedures where the clinician benefits from 3D visualization of<br>complex anatomical structures, such as high contrast objects, bones, joints,<br>cervical, thoracic, and lumbar regions of the spine, and joint fractures of the<br>upper and lower extremities.<br>The device is indicated to image human anatomy up to 30 cm thickness.<br>The device is not indicated for mammographic or lung nodule applications. |
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| PREDICATE<br>DEVICE<br>Ziehm Vision<br>RFD 3D<br>(K142740) | The Ziehm Vision RFD 3D system is intended for use in providing both 2D<br>and 3D medical imaging for all adult and pediatric populations, using pulsed<br>and continuous fluoroscopic imaging.<br><br>The device provides 2D medical imaging for fluoroscopy, digital subtraction,<br>and acquisition of cine loops during diagnostic interventional and surgical<br>procedures where intraoperative imaging and visualization of complex<br>anatomical structures of both lower and higher contrast density are<br>required. Such procedures may include but are not limited to those of<br>interventional cardiology, heart surgery, hybrid procedures, interventional<br>radiology, interventional angiography, electrophysiology, pediatrics,<br>endoscopic, urological, gastroenterology, orthopedic, maxillofacial surgery,<br>neurology, neurosurgery, critical care, emergency room procedures, and<br>those procedures visualizing structures of the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar<br>regions of the spine and joint fractures of the upper and lower extremities,<br>and where digital image data is required for Computer-Assisted Surgery<br>procedures.<br>The device is also intended to provide 3D medical imaging of patients<br>during orthopedic, neurological, intraoperative surgical procedures and<br>where the clinician benefits from 3D visualization of complex anatomical<br>structures, such as but not limited to those of high contrast objects, bones,<br>joints, maxillofacial, cervical, thoracic, and lumbar regions of the spine,<br>pelvis, acetabulum and joint fractures of the upper and lower extremities,<br>and where digital image and C-arm positioning data is required for<br>Computer-Assisted Surgery procedures.<br>The visualization of such anatomical structures assists the clinician in the<br>clinical outcome. At the discretion of a physician, the device may be used<br>for other imaging applications. This device does not support direct<br>radiographic film exposures and is not intended for use in performing<br>mammography. The system is not intended for use near MRI systems. |
EQUIVALENT - nView's indications are a subset of the predicate, fully encompassed by the predicate indications. nView system 1 intended use is limited to high contrast imaging only and applicable to a more restricted patient population.
Table 2 – Comparison of attributes for the subject device and predicate device
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| ATTRIBUTE | SUBJECT DEVICE<br>nView system 1 | PREDICATE<br>DEVICE<br>Ziehm Vision RFD<br>3D (K142740) | SUBSTANTIAL EQUIVALENCE<br>DISCUSSION |
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| target population | adult and pediatric<br>populations over 6<br>years of age with<br>imaged anatomy up<br>to 30 cm thickness | all adult and pediatric<br>populations | SUBSTANTIALLY<br>EQUIVALENT<br>nView's target population is a<br>subset, fully encompassed by<br>the predicate. |
| anatomical site | 2D and 3D imaging<br>of high contrast<br>bony anatomy | 2D imaging of high<br>and lower contrast<br>anatomy, 3D imaging<br>of high contrast bony<br>anatomy. | SUBSTANTIALLY<br>EQUIVALENT<br>nView's target population is a<br>subset, fully encompassed by<br>the predicate. |
| where used | Hospital/ clinic | Hospital/ clinic | IDENTICAL |
| Input Power<br>(VAC) | 120 | 120 | IDENTICAL |
| X-Ray Tube Max<br>kV/ mA/ W | 75/12/350 | 120/250/25k | SUBSTANTIALLY<br>EQUIVALENT<br>The subject device outputs<br>lower power X-ray to optimize<br>image quality of thin patients at<br>lower dose |
| Mobile Platform | Yes | Yes | IDENTICAL |
| C-arm Gantry | Yes | Yes | IDENTICAL |
| # of Axes | 6 axes of motion, 1<br>motorized | 4 axes of motion, all<br>motorized | SUBSTANTIALLY<br>EQUIVALENT<br>The subject device does not<br>move during acquisition so does<br>not need motorized axes. |
| User Interface | Touch control | Touch control | IDENTICAL |
| Fluoroscopic | Yes - via digital<br>projections | Yes - via physical<br>projections | SUBSTANTIALLY<br>EQUIVALENT<br>Both systems provide 2D<br>projection visualization. |
| Temporal<br>resolution | 0.5 fps | 25/30 fps standard | SUBSTANTIALLY<br>EQUIVALENT<br>The predicate has a higher<br>temporal resolution to allow for<br>broader clinical applications<br>such as interventional<br>cardiology, hybrid procedures,<br>and interventional angiography.<br>For the clinical applications<br>indicated for the subject device, |
| | | | S001 to K190064 - Attachment 1 - Updated<br>"fluoro shots" are used in both<br>the predicate and subject<br>device. A temporal resolution<br>of 0.5 fps is consistent with this<br>clinical use. |
| Tomographic | Yes | Yes | IDENTICAL |
| Tube Type | Stationary Anode | Rotating Anode | SUBSTANTIALLY<br>EQUIVALENT<br>Both systems utilize similar<br>x-ray technology. The predicate<br>has a rotating anode to account<br>for higher power output. |
| Tube Focal Spot<br>Size | 0.6mm | 0.6 mm | IDENTICAL |
| Detector Type | CMOS Digital<br>Detector | CMOS Digital<br>Detector | IDENTICAL |
| Detector Shape | Square | Square | IDENTICAL |
| Detector Size<br>(cm) | 30 cm x 30 cm | 20 cm x 20 cm<br>30 cm x 30 cm | IDENTICAL (Predicate has<br>multiple configurations) |
| Detector<br>Resolution | 1952 x 1952 | 1024 x 1024<br>1536 x 1536 | SUBSTANTIALLY<br>EQUIVALENT<br>nView utilizes a detector with<br>higher resolution than the<br>predicate |
| Distortion Free<br>Imaging | Yes | Yes | IDENTICAL |
| Collimator/Beam<br>Limiter | Yes | Yes | IDENTICAL |
| Reconstruction<br>Geometry | Multi Arc Source<br>Trajectory | Multi Arc SmartScan<br>trajectory | SUBSTANTIALLY<br>EQUIVALENT<br>Both systems utilize a multi<br>positional scan to acquire<br>images |
| Dataset<br>Capabilities | 2D and 3D | 2D and 3D | IDENTICAL |
| Acquisition time<br>(s) | 2 or 4 | 48 | SUBSTANTIALLY<br>EQUIVALENT<br>nView utilizes a shorter<br>acquisition time. This<br>characteristic reduces radiation<br>and motion artifacts. |
| Reconstruction<br>Time (s) | 1 to 30 | 8 to 18 | SUBSTANTIALLY<br>EQUIVALENT<br>Both systems provide a range of<br>reconstruction time based on<br>imaging parameters. |
| 3D resolution | 512 x 512 x 512 | 512 x 512 x 512 | IDENTICAL |
| 3D<br>Reconstruction<br>Type (deg) | 117 multi arc | 180 via SmartScan<br>predicated on 165 | SUBSTANTIALLY<br>EQUIVALENT<br>Both systems predicated on a<br>limited angle reconstruction |
| 3D<br>reconstruction<br>algorithm | Iterative | Iterative | IDENTICAL |
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### Discussion of similarities and differences vs predicate
The subject device has an intended use that is a subset of the predicate device, Ziehm Vision RFD 3D (K142740). Both systems are intended to be used to generate fluoroscopic and tomographic images of human anatomy. The subject device's indications are a reduction of claims from the predicate (less clinical applications and smaller patient population) but are fully encompassed in the predicate indications. There are no new indications or claims for the subject device.
### Intended Use
The intended use of the subject device and the predicate device are the same within the guidance of "The 510(k) Program: Evaluating Substantial Equivalence in Premarket Notifications [510(k)] Guidance for Industry and Food and Drug Administration Staff. Document issued on: July 28, 2014". Both systems are intended for 2D and 3D imaging of adult and pediatric populations. The subject device limits use in pediatric populations to patients over 6 years of age and imaged human anatomy up to 30 cm thickness. A reduction in patient population does not result in a new intended use. Both systems are indicated for orthopedic surgical procedures where the clinician benefits from 3D visualization of complex anatomical structures, such as those of high contrast objects, bones, joints, cervical, thoracic, and lumbar regions of the spine, and joint fractures of the upper and lower extremities. The predicate includes additional claims in the clinical procedures of cardiology, angiography, electrophysiology, urology, gastroenterology, etc. A reduction in the diseases a device is intended to treat do not result in a new intended use as they don't affect the safety and/or effectiveness of the new device.
### Technological Characteristics
The technological characteristics governing how the device produces images of human anatomy are the equivalent in the subject device and the cleared Ziehm Vision RFD 3D (K142740) system. Both systems use X-ray to image the anatomy. Both systems are used for fluoroscopic and tomographic imaging.
The predicate displays 2D fluoroscopic views via real-time physical projection images. The subject device displays 2D fluoroscopic views via a digital projection through the 3D tomographic volume. Both systems result in 2D fluoroscopic projection views displayed to the user.
The predicate reconstructs 3D images from a series of X-ray images collected while the gantry is 001 S001 to K190064 nViewSystem1 Page 30
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S001 to K190064 - Attachment 1 - Updated 510(k) summary moving around the patient. The subject device reconstructs tomographic images from a series of X-ray images collected while the gantry stays in a fixed position with respect to the patient, but while the X-ray tube rotates within the system. Therefore, motorized axes are not required as the gantry is stationary during acquisition. The predicate device reconstructs tomographic images from a series of X-ray images collected while the gantry rotates and shifts around the patient. Therefore, motorized axes were implemented to automatically move the gantry while acquisitions are occurring.
The Ziehm Vision RFD 3D (K142740) is based on a predicate limited angle device employing 135 degrees (+90 degrees and -45 degrees) of orbital rotation. The Ziehm Vision RFD 3D (K142740) employs a shift-scan-shift (SmartScan) motion of this predicate to increase relative coverage to 180 degrees. 3D images are generated from this shift-scan-shift dataset. The nView system 1 is a limited angle device utilizing a 117-degree multi-arc scan for 3D reconstruction. The images are acquired in two steps, first the gantry is rotated to +30 degrees, and images are collected as the tube rotates 360 degrees. Next, the gantry is rotated to -30 degrees, and images are collected as the tube rotates 360 degrees.
Both the subject device and the predicate device have a fluoroscopic mode. The predicate has a higher temporal resolution to allow for broader clinical applications such as interventional cardiology, hybrid procedures, and interventional angiography. For the clinical applications indicated for the subject device, "fluoro shots" are used in both the predicate and subject device. A temporal resolution of 0.5 fps is consistent with this clinical use.
Both the subject device and the predicate use a 30 cm CMOS detector. The subject device CMOS detector has a higher resolution but is used in a binned mode to be equivalent to the resolution of the predicate device detector. The subject device has a lower power x-ray tube with a fixed anode. A higher power x-ray tube with rotating anode is not required for the subject device with limitations on imaged anatomy thickness. The subject device is designed to operate at a lower radiation dose than the predicate.
The acquisition and reconstruction times for the subject device are faster than the predicate device. This allows the subject device to perform real-time fluoroscopic imaging via digital projections and faster 3D tomographic imaging and does not impact safety or efficacy of the device.
# Summary of non-clinical test data
The demonstration of substantial equivalence is based on a comparison of features to the predicate device and on an assessment of non-clinical performance data.
The nView system 1 complies with the mandatory and voluntary standards listed in Table 3 below. The nView system 1 was developed in accordance with the FDA guidance documents listed in Table 4.
| Standards development<br>organization, reference<br>number, and date | Standard name |
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| 21 CFR 1020.30, 32 | Federal Performance Standard for Diagnostic X-ray Systems |
| ES60601-1:2005/(R)2012<br>and A1:2012 | Medical electrical equipment - Part 1: General requirements for<br>basic safety and essential performance (IEC 60601-1:2005, MOD) |
| | Table 3 - Standards used in the development of nView system 1 | |
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| IEC 60601-1-2: 2014 | Medical Electrical Equipment, General requirements for basic safety<br>and essential performance - Collateral Standard: Electromagnetic<br>disturbances - Requirements and tests |
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| IEC 60601-1-3:2008 +<br>AMD1:2013 | Medical Electrical Equipment, General requirements for basic safety<br>and essential performance - Collateral Standard: Radiation<br>protection in diagnostic X-ray equipment |
| IEC 60601-1-6:2010 +<br>AMD1:2013 | Medical electrical equipment, General requirements for basic safety<br>and essential performance - Collateral standard: Usability |
| IEC 60601-2-43:2010 | Medical electrical equipment, Particular requirements for the basic<br>safety and essential performance of X-ray equipment for<br>interventional procedures |
| IEC 60601-2-54:2009 +<br>AMD1:2015 | Medical electrical equipment, Particular requirements for the basic<br>safety and essential performance of X-ray equipment for<br>radiography and radioscopy |
| ISO 14971: 2007 | Application of risk management to medical devices |
| | Table 4 - Guidance documents used in the development of nView system 1 | |
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| Guidance Document Name | Issue Date |
|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------|
| Guidance for Industry and Food and Drug Administration Staff: The 510(k)<br>Program: Evaluating Substantial Equivalence in Premarket Notifications<br>[510(k)] | July 28, 2014 |
| Guidance for Industry and FDA Staff: Guidance for the Submission Of<br>510(k)'s for Solid State X-ray Imaging (SSXI) Devices | September 1, 2016 |
| Guidance for Industry and FDA Staff: Guidance for the Content of Premarket<br>Submission for Software in Medical Devices | May 11, 2005 |
| Guidance for Industry and FDA Staff: Applying Human Factors and Usability<br>Engineering to Medical Devices | February 3, 2016 |
| Guidance for Industry and FDA Staff: Pediatric Information for X-ray Imaging<br>Device Premarket Notifications | November 28, 2017 |
| Guidance for Industry and FDA Staff: Content of Premarket Submissions for<br>Management of Cybersecurity in Medical devices | October 18, 2018 |
| Guidance for Industry and FDA Staff: Information to Support a Claim of<br>Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) of Electrically-Powered Medical<br>Devices | July 11, 2016 |
| Guidance for Industry and Food and Drug Administration Staff: Medical<br>X-Ray Imaging Devices Conformance with IEC Standards | May 8, 2019 |
| Guidance for Industry and Food and Drug Administration Staff: Policy<br>Clarification for Certain Fluoroscopic Equipment Requirements | May 8, 2019 |
### Verification and Validation
Software Documentation for a Moderate Level of Concern software per FDA's Guidance Document "Guidance for the Content of Premarket Submissions for Software Contained in Medical Devices"
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The risk analysis was completed and risk control implemented to mitigate identified hazards. The testing results support that all requirements have met the acceptance criteria. Testing for verification and validation for the device was found acceptable to support the claims of substantial equivalence.
The subject device was tested and found to be safe and effective for intended users, uses and use environments through the design control verification and validation process. The human factor usability validation showed that human factors are addressed in the system in simulated clinical use tests.
The subject device conforms to the cybersecurity requirements by implementing a process of preventing unauthorized access, modifications, misuse or denial of use, or unauthorized use of information that is stored, accessed or transferred from a medical device to an external recipient.
Additional engineering bench testing was performed including the clinical and non-clinical testing identified in the guidance for submission of 510(k) s for Solid State X-Ray Imaging Devices (SSXI); demonstration of system performance; and an imaging performance evaluation.
# Conclusion as to substantial equivalence
In summary, the subject device has an intended use that is a subset of the predicate intended use and essentially the same technological characteristics as the predicate Ziehm Vision RFD 3D (K142740). Minor differences that do not impact the decision of substantial equivalency include: the subject device having lower temporal fluoroscopic views generated from tomographic reconstructions, a different acquisition geometry, a lower powered x-ray tube, and faster acquisition and reconstruction times. It has been demonstrated that the subject device has clinically acceptable performance per a qualified expert evaluation. The subject device does not have new functionalities when compared to the predicate device.
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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.