K210021 · Neuralace Medical, Inc. · QPL · Jun 11, 2021 · Neurology
Device Facts
Record ID
K210021
Device Name
Axon Therapy
Applicant
Neuralace Medical, Inc.
Product Code
QPL · Neurology
Decision Date
Jun 11, 2021
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 882.5890
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
The Axon Therapy is intended to stimulate peripheral nerves for relief of chronic intractable, post-traumatic and postsurgical pain for patients 18 and older.
Device Story
Axon Therapy is a magnetic stimulator system for non-invasive peripheral nerve stimulation to treat chronic pain. Used in pain management or physical therapy clinics by clinicians. System comprises a magnetic stimulation coil, liquid cooling unit, and cart. Device delivers brief, focused magnetic pulses to target nerves. Thermal shutdown feature monitors coil temperature (activates at 45°C or >41°C for 9 minutes in a 20-minute session). Clinicians operate the device to deliver stimulation; output is used to manage patient pain levels. Benefits include non-invasive pain relief without common TENS-related issues like skin irritation or burn marks.
Clinical Evidence
Clinical evaluation included 105 subjects with post-traumatic or post-surgical neuropathic pain. Subjects assessed via Numeric Rating Scale (NRS) or Mechanical Visual Analog Scale (MVAS). 25 subjects received three sessions in one week; others followed a 12-week, nine-session protocol. All subjects showed statistically significant decreases in pain scores. Reported adverse events were non-serious (hypersensitivity n=3, muscle soreness n=5), consistent with predicate TENS devices.
Technological Characteristics
Magnetic stimulator; stimulator housing: AL sheet EN AW 5754 H111; coil: ABS. Biphasic waveform (290 µsec pulse width). Power: 110-240V AC, 50/60Hz. Thermal shutdown safety feature. Standards: IEC 60601-1 (electrical safety), IEC 60601-1-2 (EMC), IEC 62304 (software), IEC 62366-1 (usability).
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients 18+ with chronic intractable, post-traumatic, or post-surgical pain requiring peripheral nerve stimulation.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulator for pain relief is a device used to apply an electrical current to electrodes on a patient's skin to treat pain.
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June 11, 2021
NeuraLace Medical, Inc. % Allison Komiyama Principal Consultant AcKnowledge Regulatory Strategies LLC 2251 San Diego Ave, Suite B-257 San Diego, California 92121
Re: K210021
Trade/Device Name: Axon Therapy Regulation Number: 21 CFR 882.5890 Regulation Name: Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulator for pain relief. Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: QPL, IPF Dated: May 10, 2021 Received: May 11, 2021
Dear Allison Komiyama:
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/cfpmn/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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Sincerely,
Jitendra Virani Acting Assistant Director DHT5B: Division of Neuromodulation and Physical Medicine Devices OHT5: Office of Neurological and Physical Medicine Devices Office of Product Evaluation and Quality Center for Devices and Radiological Health
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K210021
Device Name Axon Therapy
Indications for Use (Describe)
The Axon Therapy is intended to stimulate peripheral nerves for relief of chronic intractable, post-traumatic and postsurgical pain for patients 18 and older.
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> Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
| Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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DATE PREPARED
June 11, 2021
### MANUFACTURER AND 510(k) OWNER
NeuraLace Medical, Inc. 3770 Tansy St #101, San Diego, CA 92121 Telephone: Official Contact: Joe Milkovits, CTO
### REPRESENTATIVE/CONSULTANT
Allison C. Komiyama, Ph.D., R.A.C. Michelle Rubin-Onur, Ph.D. AcKnowledge Regulatory Strategies, LLC Telephone: Email: akomiyama@acknowledge-rs.com
### DEVICE INFORMATION
| Proprietary Name/Trade Name: | Axon Therapy |
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| Common Name: | Electromagnetic stimulator, pain relief |
| Regulation Number: | 21 CFR 882.5890 |
| Regulation Name: | Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulator for pain relief |
| Class: | Class II |
| Primary Product Code: | QPL |
| Secondary Product Code: | IPF |
| Premarket Review: | Neurological and Physical Medicine Devices (OHT5) |
| | Neuromodulation and Physical Medicine Devices (DHT5B) |
| Review Panel: | Neurology |
| | Physical Medicine |
### PREDICATE DEVICE IDENTIFICATION
The Axon Therapy is substantially equivalent to the following predicate:
| 510(k) Number | Predicate Device Name / Manufacturer | Primary Predicate |
|---------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------|
| K181688 | R-C1 TENS and EMS Stimulator; R-E1 EMS<br>Stimulator; R-T1 TENS Stimulator / Shenzhen<br>Roundwhale Technology Co., Ltd. | ✓ |
| K973929 | MS-101 Magnetic Muscle Stimulator System /<br>Neotonus, Inc. | (Reference Device) |
| K160280 | MagPro R20 / Tonica Elektronik A/S | (Reference Device) |
The predicate device has not been subject to a design related recall.
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### DEVICE DESCRIPTION
The Axon Therapy is a magnetic stimulator system that provides brief and focused magnetic pulses in order to non-invasively stimulate peripheral nerves and provide chronic nerve pain relief. The subject device is intended to be used in clinics such as pain management clinics and physical therapy clinics. The device consists of Magnetic Stimulation Coil, Liquid Cool Unit, and a Cart. The Axon Therapy includes a thermal shutdown feature which is activated once the inside temperature of the stimulation coil either: (A) reaches 45°C or (B) exceeds 41°C for a total of nine minutes during a 20-minute session.
## INDICATIONS FOR USE
The Axon Therapy is intended to stimulate peripheral nerves for relief of chronic intractable, post-traumatic and post-surgical pain for patients 18 and older.
## COMPARISON OF TECHNOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Neuralace believes that the Axon Therapy is substantially equivalent to the predicate device based on the information summarized here:
The subject device has a similar design and dimensions and uses similar or identical materials as the device cleared in K181688. The subject device has the same intended use and similar technological characteristics (i.e., nerve stimulation for relief of chronic intractable pain) to the devices cleared in K181688, K973929, and K160280. These technological characteristics have undergone testing to ensure the device is as safe and effective as the predicate.
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| | Subject Device | Predicate Device | Reference Device | Reference Device | Statement of Equivalence |
|--------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| | NeuraLace Medical, Inc.<br>Axon Therapy | Shenzhen Roundwhale Technology<br>Co., Ltd.<br>R-C1 TENS and EMS Stimulator; R-E1<br>EMS Stimulator; R-T1 TENS<br>Stimulator<br>K181688 | Neotonus, Inc.<br>MS-101 Magnetic Muscle Stimulator<br>System<br>K973929 | Tonica Elektronik A/S<br>MagPro R20<br>K160280 | |
| Product Codes /<br>Regulation Number | QPL / 21 CFR 882.5890<br>IPF / 21 CFR 890.5850 | GZJ / 21 CFR 882.5890<br>IPF / 21 CFR 890.5850 | IPF / 21 CFR 890.5850 | GWF / 21 CFR 882.1870 | The regulation is identical<br>to the predicate device.<br>QPL is a new product code<br>that was generated due to<br>product design differences<br>No impact on safety and<br>effectiveness. |
| Technological Characteristics | | | | | |
| Power source | Power Supply: 110V to 240V ac,<br>50/60Hz<br><br>Power consumption: 800VA<br>maximum, 115W idle | 4x AAA Batteries | Unknown | Power Supply via Isolation<br>Transformer<br>Power Supply: 120V~, 50/60<br>Hz.<br>Power consumption:<br>Maximum 800VA | Substantially equivalent to<br>the predicate device. ES<br>testing demonstrates there<br>is no impact on safety and<br>effectiveness. |
| User Interface | LED display | LCD display | Unknown | Intensity display (coil<br>temperature, intensity)<br>Menu display and indicators | Substantially equivalent to<br>the predicate device. No<br>impact on safety and<br>effectiveness. |
| Output channels | N/A | 2 alternating channels | Unknown | Unknown | This feature is not<br>applicable to the subject<br>device. Performance and<br>clinical data demonstrate<br>that there is no impact on<br>safety and effectiveness. |
| Number of treatment<br>programs | N/A | 12 TENS, 9 EMS | Unknown | Unknown | This feature is not<br>applicable to the subject<br>device. Performance and<br>clinical data demonstrate<br>that there is no impact on<br>safety and effectiveness. |
| Waveform | Biphasic wave | Biphasic square | Unknown | Biphasic wave | Identical to the reference<br>device. Performance and<br>clinical data demonstrate<br>that there is no impact on<br>safety and effectiveness<br>when compared to the<br>predicate device. |
| Constant current or<br>constant voltage? | N/A | Constant current | Unknown | Unknown | This feature is not<br>applicable to the subject<br>device. ES and EMC testing<br>demonstrate that there is<br>no impact on safety and<br>effectiveness. |
| | Subject Device | Predicate Device | Reference Device | Reference Device | Statement of Equivalence |
| | NeuraLace Medical, Inc. | Shenzhen Roundwhale Technology<br>Co., Ltd. | Neotonus, Inc. | Tonica Elektronik A/S | |
| | Axon Therapy | | MS-101 Magnetic Muscle Stimulator<br>System | MagPro R20 | |
| | | R-C1 TENS and EMS Stimulator; R-E1 | | | |
| | | EMS Stimulator; R-T1 TENS<br>Stimulator | | | |
| | | K181688 | K973929 | K160280 | |
| Software/Firmware/<br>Microprocessor<br>Control? | Yes | Yes | Unknown | Unknown | Identical to the predicate<br>device. No impact on safety<br>and effectiveness. |
| Indication<br>functions | On/off status<br>Ready status | On/off status<br>Low battery<br>Voltage/current level | Unknown | Unknown | Substantially equivalent to<br>the predicate device. No<br>impact on safety and<br>effectiveness. |
| Time range | 800 seconds (400 pulses at 0.5 Hertz) | Nonadjustable 28, 30 and 32<br>minutes | Unknown | Unknown | Substantially equivalent to<br>the predicate device.<br>Clinical and performance<br>testing demonstrate that<br>there is no impact on safety<br>and effectiveness. |
| Patient<br>Leakage<br>Current | N/A | Normal condition: 11.4 μΑ<br>Single fault condition: 9.6 μΑ | Unknown | Unknown | This feature is not<br>applicable to the subject<br>device. ES and EMC testing<br>demonstrate that there is<br>no impact on safety and<br>effectiveness. |
| | Subject Device | Predicate Device | Reference Device | Reference Device | Statement of Equivalence |
| | NeuraLace Medical, Inc. | Shenzhen Roundwhale Technology<br>Co., Ltd. | Neotonus, Inc. | Tonica Elektronik A/S | |
| | Axon Therapy | R-C1 TENS and EMS Stimulator; R-E1<br>EMS Stimulator; R-T1 TENS<br>Stimulator | MS-101 Magnetic Muscle Stimulator<br>System | MagPro R20 | |
| | | K181688 | K973929 | K160280 | |
| Housing materials<br>construction | Stimulator: AL sheet EN AW 5754<br>H111<br>Coil: ABS | Plastic (ABS) enclosure | Unknown | Unknown | Substantially equivalent to<br>the predicate device.<br>Biocompatibility, electrical<br>safety, and clinical testing<br>demonstrate that there are<br>no new questions of safety<br>and effectiveness. |
| Applied part(s) | Coil 60BF-NL | Electrode pad | C-shaped magnetic coil | Compatible coils:<br>Static cooled coils (MCF-B65,<br>MCF-125, MCF-B70)<br>Non-cooled coils (C-100, C-<br>B60, MMC-140-II, RT-120-II) | Substantially equivalent to<br>the predicate device.<br>Performance and clinical<br>testing demonstrate that<br>there are no new questions<br>of safety and effectiveness. |
| Applied part area | 16 cm2 | 25 cm2 | Unknown | Circular coils: Ø110-126 mm<br>Butterfly coils: 2x75 mm, 2x96<br>mm<br>Special coils: Ø80x160 mm | Substantially equivalent to<br>the predicate device.<br>Performance and clinical<br>testing demonstrate that<br>there are no new questions<br>of safety and effectiveness |
| Treatment area | Any area, such as Hand, Arm, Chest,<br>Waist, Buttock, Thigh, Calf, Back and<br>low back etc. | Any area, such as Hand, Arm, Chest,<br>Waist, Buttock, Thigh, Calf, Back and<br>low back etc. | Unknown | Unknown | Identical to the predicate<br>device. No impact on safety<br>and effectiveness. |
| Weight | Stimulator: 17 kg<br>Coil: 3.2 kg<br>Full system (with cart): 54 kg | 0.243 lbs | Unknown | 44 lbs (20 kg) | Substantially equivalent to<br>the predicate device.<br>Device weight will have<br>little to no impact on safety<br>and effectiveness. |
| Unit Dimensions | 485 x 380 x 165 mm | 2.78x 4.82x 1.08 in (HxWxD) | Unknown | 5.9x15.3x17.3 in (HxWxD) | Substantially equivalent to<br>the predicate device. Unit<br>dimensions will have little<br>to no impact on safety and<br>effectiveness. |
| Pulse frequency | 0-2 Hz | Unknown | 1-55 Hz | 0-22 Hz | Similar to the reference<br>devices. Performance and<br>clinical testing demonstrate<br>that there are no new<br>questions of safety and<br>effectiveness when<br>compared to the predicate<br>device. |
| | Subject Device | Predicate Device | Reference Device | Reference Device | Statement of Equivalence |
| | NeuraLace Medical, Inc.<br>Axon Therapy | Shenzhen Roundwhale Technology Co., Ltd.<br>R-C1 TENS and EMS Stimulator; R-E1<br>EMS Stimulator; R-T1 TENS<br>Stimulator<br>K181688 | Neotonus, Inc.<br>MS-101 Magnetic Muscle Stimulator<br>System<br>K973929 | Tonica Elektronik A/S<br>MagPro R20<br>K160280 | |
| Pulse amplitude | 0 to 100%<br>A maximum of 80% intensity is<br>recommended to reduce the risk of<br>coil overheating | Unknown | 0-100% | 0-100% | Identical to the reference<br>devices. Performance and<br>clinical testing demonstrate<br>that there are no new<br>questions of safety and<br>effectiveness when<br>compared to the predicate<br>device. |
| On-cycle duty period | 2-800 seconds | Unknown | 1-30 seconds | Unknown | Similar to the reference<br>device. Performance and<br>clinical testing demonstrate<br>that there are no new<br>questions of safety and<br>effectiveness when<br>compared to the predicate<br>device. |
| Off-duty rest period | N/A | Unknown | 0-60 seconds | Unknown | Similar to the reference<br>device. Performance and<br>clinical testing demonstrate<br>that there are no new<br>questions of safety and<br>effectiveness when<br>compared to the predicate<br>device. |
| Maximum repetition<br>rate | 2 pulses per second (pps) | Unknown | Unknown | 20 pulses per second (pps) | Similar to the reference<br>device. Performance and<br>clinical testing demonstrate<br>that there are no new<br>questions of safety and<br>effectiveness when<br>compared to the predicate<br>device. |
| Pulse mode | Standard | Unknown | Unknown | Standard | Identical to reference<br>device. Performance and<br>clinical testing demonstrate<br>that there are no new<br>questions of safety and<br>effectiveness when<br>compared to the predicate<br>device. |
| | Subject Device | Predicate Device | Reference Device | Reference Device | Statement of Equivalence |
| | NeuraLace Medical, Inc.<br>Axon Therapy | Shenzhen Roundwhale Technology Co., Ltd.<br>R-C1 TENS and EMS Stimulator; R-E1 EMS Stimulator; R-T1 TENS<br>Stimulator<br>K181688 | Neotonus, Inc.<br>MS-101 Magnetic Muscle Stimulator System<br>K973929 | Tonica Elektronik A/S<br>MagPro R20<br>K160280 | |
| Pulse width | Biphasic (290 µsec) | Unknown | Unknown | Biphasic (280 µsec) | Identical to reference device. Performance and clinical testing demonstrate that there are no new questions of safety and effectiveness when compared to the predicate device. |
| Maximum output power | 100% at 2 pps | Unknown | Unknown | 100% at 5 pps<br>75% at 10 pps<br>40% at 15 pps<br>35% at 20 pps | Similar to the reference device. Performance and clinical testing demonstrate that there are no new questions of safety and effectiveness when compared to the predicate device. |
| Non-Clinical Testing | Electrical safety per IEC 60601-1<br>EMC testing per IEC 60601-1-2<br>Software testing per IEC 62304<br>Usability testing per IEC 62366-1 | Testing<br>Performance testing per IEC 60601-2-10<br>Electrical safety per IEC 60601-1 and IEC 60601-1-11 (home use standard)<br>EMC testing per IEC 60601-1-2<br>Software testing per IEC 62304<br>Usability testing per IEC 62366-1 | Unknown | Electrical safety per IEC 60601-1<br>EMC testing per IEC 60601-1-2 | Substantially equivalent to the predicate device. Performance and clinical testing demonstrate that there are no new questions of safety and effectiveness |
| Clinical Testing | Three studies that evaluated the effectiveness and safety of the subject device. | None | Comparative study of the physiological effect of the MS-101 and the predicate on the knee extensor muscles of 9 healthy volunteers | None | Substantially equivalent to the predicate device. Performance and clinical testing demonstrate that there are no new questions of safety and effectiveness. |
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### SUMMARY OF NON-CLINICAL TESTING
The following tests were performed to demonstrate safety based on current industry standards:
Software Verification: The software development and testing were executed in compliance to IEC 62304:2006 Medical device software - Software life cycle processes
Electromagnetic Compatibility and Electrical Safety: The subject device was tested in compliance to:
- IEC 60601-1:2005+AMD1:2012 CSV Consolidated version, Medical electrical equipment -। Part 1: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance
- IEC 60601-1-2 Edition 4.0 2014-02 Medical Electrical Equipment Part 1-2: General -Requirements For Basic Safety And Essential Performance - Collateral Standard: Electromagnetic Disturbances - Requirements And Tests
- -IEC 60601-1-8 Edition 2.1 2012-11 Medical electrical equipment - Part 1-8: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance - Collateral Standard: General requirements, tests and guidance for alarm systems in medical electrical equipment and medical electrical systems
Usability: The subject device was tested in compliance to:
- -IEC 60601-1-6 Edition 3.1 2013-10 Medical electrical equipment - Part 1-6: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance - Collateral standard: Usability
- -IEC 62366:2007+AMD1:2014 CSV Medical devices - Application of usability engineering to medical device
Performance Testing: The subject device underwent the following performance testing:
- -Cleaning validation
- Packaging validation l
- Magnetic field characteristic measurements and stimulation model -
- -Stimulation protocol accuracy validation
- Temperature on surface at maximum output validation -
- -Magnetic field model and measurement comparison
## SUMMARY OF CLINICAL TESTING
NeuraLace conducted multiple clinical studies to assess the safety and effectives of the Axon Therapy in subjects with post-traumatic or post-surgical neuropathic pain. All subjects (n=105) were evaluated for pain prior to and after device use using the numeric rating scale (NRS) or the Mechanical Visual Analog Scale (MVAS). Twenty-five of 105 subjects underwent three consecutive sessions within one week and were asked to rate their pain after the session, one week, and one month later. All subjects had a statistically significant decrease in their pain
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score. The remaining subjects followed a 12-week schedule (a total of nine sessions). Pain levels were assessed multiple times throughout the study commencement, after the first three sessions, after session 6, after session 9 using the MVAS. After 12 weeks, all subjects had a decreased MVAS score, highlighting the effectiveness of the subject device. During the studies, two non-serious adverse events related to device use occurred: hypersensitivity (n=3) and muscle soreness (n=5). These adverse events are the same or similar to the adverse events associated with the predicate TENS device. Furthermore, unlike the predicate device, Axon Therapy does not result in burn marks, skin irritation, or analgesic tolerance, highlighting the safety benefit of the subject device.
## CONCLUSION
Based on the testing performed, including clinical testing, software validation, electrical safety testing, and performance testing, it can be concluded that the subject device does not raise new issues of safety and effectiveness compared to the predicate device. The similar indications for use, technological characteristics, and performance characteristics for the proposed Axon Therapy are assessed to be substantially equivalent to the predicate device supported by the performance data discussed above.
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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.