K213562 · Nobel Biocare AB · LLZ · Mar 25, 2022 · Radiology
Device Facts
Record ID
K213562
Device Name
DTX Studio Clinic 3.0
Applicant
Nobel Biocare AB
Product Code
LLZ · Radiology
Decision Date
Mar 25, 2022
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 892.2050
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Software as a Medical Device
AI Performance
Output
Algorithm
Acceptance
Observed
Dev DS
Dev Readers
Test DS
Test Readers
Mandibular canal segmentation
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Indications for Use
DTX Studio Clinic is a software program for the acquisition, management, transfer and analysis of dental and craniomaxillofacial image information, and can be used to provide design input for dental restorative solutions. It displays and enhances digital images from various sources to support the diagnostic process and treatment planning. It stores and provides these images within the system or across computer systems at different locations.
Device Story
DTX Studio Clinic 3.0 is a software-based medical image management and processing system for dental and craniomaxillofacial practitioners. It ingests diverse inputs including DICOM volumes (CBCT/CT), 2D X-rays (OPG/panorex, cephalometric, intraoral), clinical photos, and 3D face/intraoral scans (STL/PLY/NXA). The software provides tools for image enhancement, measurement (distance, angle, volume), airway segmentation, and implant planning. It features an automated algorithm for mandibular canal annotation based on anatomical landmarks. Used in clinical settings, the software allows practitioners to visualize, annotate, and store patient data locally or across networked systems. Outputs include diagnostic reports, treatment plans, and exported image/model files. By centralizing imaging data and providing automated analysis tools, the device assists clinicians in diagnostic accuracy and treatment planning, potentially improving patient outcomes in restorative and surgical dental procedures.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. No clinical data provided. Verification and validation activities were conducted in accordance with FDA guidance for software validation and ISO 13485:2016/IEC 62304:2006 standards. Testing confirmed that all functional requirements were met for the software, which is classified as a Moderate Level of Concern.
Technological Characteristics
Software-based medical image management system. Operates on Windows 10 64-bit, macOS Catalina, and macOS BigSur. Supports DICOM, STL, PLY, and NXA file formats. Features include image filtering, annotation, distance/angular/volumetric measurements, airway segmentation, and automated mandibular canal annotation. Connectivity via local or networked database (DTX Studio Core).
Indications for Use
Indicated for dental and craniomaxillofacial practitioners to acquire, manage, transfer, and analyze medical imaging data (2D/3D) to support diagnostic processes and treatment planning, including dental restorative solutions.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A medical image management and processing system is a device that provides one or more capabilities relating to the review and digital processing of medical images for the purposes of interpretation by a trained practitioner of disease detection, diagnosis, or patient management. The software components may provide advanced or complex image processing functions for image manipulation, enhancement, or quantification that are intended for use in the interpretation and analysis of medical images. Advanced image manipulation functions may include image segmentation, multimodality image registration, or 3D visualization. Complex quantitative functions may include semi-automated measurements or time-series measurements.
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls; voluntary standards—Digital Imaging and Communications in Medicine (DICOM) Std., Joint Photographic Experts Group (JPEG) Std., Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers (SMPTE) Test Pattern).
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March 25, 2022
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Nobel Biocare AB % Wim Vrydag QA/RA Manager Nobel Biocare c/o Medicim NV Stationsstraat 102 Mechelen, 2800 BELGIUM
Re: K213562
Trade/Device Name: DTX Studio Clinic 3.0 Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.2050 Regulation Name: Medical image management and processing system Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: LLZ Dated: February 18, 2022 Received: February 22, 2022
Dear Wim Vrydag:
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,
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Thalia T. Mills, Ph.D. Director Division of Radiological Health OHT7: Office of In Vitro Diagnostics and Radiological Health Office of Product Evaluation and Quality Center for Devices and Radiological Health
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K213562
Device Name DTX Studio Clinic 3.0
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
DTX Studio Clinic is a software program for the acquisition, management, transfer and analysis of dental and craniomaxillofacial image information, and can be used to provide design input for dental restorative solutions. It displays and enhances digital images from various sources to support the diagnostic process and treatment planning. It stores and provides these images within the system or across computer systems at different locations.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
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# 1. 510(k) Summary
#### I. Submitter
Submitted by: Nobel Biocare c/o Medicim NV Stationsstraat 102 Mechelen, 2800, Belgium Establishment Registration No. 3005739655 Telephone: +32 15 44 32 00 Facsimile: +32 15 44 32 09 Email: wim.vrydag@envistaco.com
Submitted for: Nobel Biocare AB Vastra Hamngatan 1 Göteborg, SE-411 17, Sweden Establishment Registration No. 9611992 Date Prepared: January 18, 2022
## II. Device
Name of Device: DTX Studio Clinic 3.0 Manufacturer: Nobel Biocare AB Common or Usual Name: Medical Image Management and Processing System Classification Name: System, Image Processing, Radiological CFR Number: 892.2050 Regulatory Class: II Product Code: LLZ
#### III. Predicate Device
Substantial equivalence is claimed to the following devices: Primary Predicate: Predicate Device: DTX Studio Clinic Predicate 510(k): K203156 Company: Nobel Biocare AB Common or Usual Name: Medical Image Management and Processing System Classification Name: System, Image Processing, Radiological CFR Number: 892.2050 Regulatory Class: II Product Code: LLZ
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DTX Studio Clinic 3.0 K213562
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## Reference device:
Reference Device: InvivoDental Reference 510(k): K123519 Company: Anatomage Inc. Common or Usual Name: Medical Image Management and Processing System Classification Name: System, Image Processing, Radiological CFR Number: 892.2050 Regulatory Class: II Product Code: LLZ
# IV. Device Description
DTX Studio Clinic is a software interface for dental/medical practitioners used to analyze 2D and 3D imaging data, in a timely fashion, for the treatment of dental, cramomaxillofacial and related conditions. DTX Studio Clinic displays and processes imaging data from different devices (i.e. intraoral X-Rays, (CB)CT scanners, intraoral scanners, intraoral and extraoral cameras).
# V. Indications for Use
DTX Studio Clinic is a software program for the acquisition, management, transfer and analysis of dental and craniomaxillofacial image information, and can be used to provide design input for dental restorative solutions. It displays and enhances digital images from various sources to support the diagnostic process and treatment planning. It stores and provides these images within the system or across computer systems at different locations.
## VI. Comparison of Technological Characteristics
The subject and predicate device are software-based data visualization tools which allow for transfer of medical images and enhancement with intention to support diagnostic process and treatment planning of craniomaxillofacial patients.
## Summary comparison of technological similarities and differences
The subject device DTX Studio Clinic 3.0 and the predicate device DTX Studio Clinic 2.0 share following characteristics:
- Clinical Use - intended to support the diagnostic and treatment planning process of craniomaxillofacial anatomical area
- Clinical image data import and acquisition from supported devices, data visualization, ● distance and angular measurements
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- Image enhancement image filter application, annotations .
- . Airway volume segmentation
- Intraoral radiograph (IOR) automatic image sorting to an FMX template ●
- Dental implant planning
- . Patient data management features
DTX Studio Clinic 3.0 is different from the predicate device DTX Studio Clinic 2.0 as follows:
- . Automatic annotation of the dental mandibular canal
- Importing Face scan
- Removal Intra oral scanner module (NOF) .
A comparison of the subject and predicate devices is provided in the table below.
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| Criteria | DTX Studio Clinic 3.0 (subject<br>device) | DTX Studio Clinic 2.0 (Primary<br>predicate device)<br>K203156 | InVivoDental (reference device<br>for automatic annotation of<br>mandibular canal)<br>K123519 | Comments |
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| Indications for<br>Use Statement | DTX Studio Clinic is a software<br>program for the acquisition,<br>management, transfer and analysis<br>of dental and craniomaxillofacial<br>image information, and can be used<br>to provide design input for dental<br>restorative solutions. It displays and<br>enhances digital images from<br>various sources to support the<br>diagnostic process and treatment<br>planning. It stores and provides<br>these images within the system or<br>across computer systems at different<br>locations. | DTX Studio Clinic is a software<br>program for the acquisition,<br>management, transfer and analysis<br>of dental and craniomaxillofacial<br>image information, and can be used<br>to provide design input for dental<br>restorative solutions. It displays and<br>enhances digital images from<br>various sources to support the<br>diagnostic process and treatment<br>planning. It stores and provides<br>these images within the system or<br>across computer systems at different<br>locations. | InVivoDental is a software<br>application used for the display and<br>3D visualization of medical image<br>files from scanning devices, such as<br>CT, MRI, or 3D Ultrasound. It is<br>intended for use by radiologists,<br>clinicians, referring physicians and<br>other qualified individuals to<br>retrieve, process, render, review,<br>store, print, assist in diagnosis, and<br>dis tribute images utilizing standard<br>PC hardware. Additionally,<br>InVivoDental is a preoperative<br>software application used for the<br>simulation and evaluation of dental<br>implants, orthodontic planning and<br>surgical treatments | Same |
| Classification<br>code | LLZ | LLZ, NOF | LLZ | |
| Input<br>data/Image<br>acquisition | DICOM image data volumes, 2D<br>and 3D images such as (CB)CT<br>scans and 2D images such as<br>OPG/panorex images, acquisition of<br>X-Ray images from intra-oral<br>sensors, cephalometric images,<br>intra-oral images, clinical pictures<br>and face scans | DICOM image data volumes, 2D<br>and 3D images such as (CB)CT<br>scans and 2D images such as<br>OPG/panorex images, acquisition of<br>X-Ray images from intra-oral<br>sensors, cephalometric images,<br>intra-oral images and clinical<br>pictures. | 2D and 3D images such as CT and<br>MRI, optical scans STL or PLY and<br>prosthetic designs<br>of restorations, photos.<br>Image Capture and Export<br>AVI (Movie) Capture and Export<br>Import from PACS | Different – See<br>discussion below |
| | STL, NXA, PLY files from intraoral<br>and optical scanner. | STL, NXA, PLY files from intraoral<br>and optical scanner. | | |
| Output data | Data is stored locally or in remotely<br>accessible database in the network<br>(DTX Studio Core).<br>2D and 3D image export (DICOM<br>image data volumes, 2D and 3D<br>images such as (CB)CT scans and<br>2D images such as OPG/panorex<br>images, acquisition of X-Ray<br>images from intra-oral sensors,<br>cephalometric images, intra-oral<br>images and clinical pictures.), STL,<br>PLY, NXA file export.<br>Export implant or restorative<br>treatment plan<br>Diagnostic findings report export. | Data is stored locally or in remotely<br>accessible database in the network<br>(DTX Studio Core).<br>2D and 3D image export (DICOM<br>image data volumes, 2D and 3D<br>images such as (CB)CT scans and<br>2D images such as OPG/panorex<br>images, acquisition of X-Ray<br>images from intra-oral sensors,<br>cephalometric images, intra-oral<br>images and clinical pictures.), STL,<br>PLY, NXA file export.<br>Export implant or restorative<br>treatment plan<br>Diagnostic findings report export. | Data is stored locally.<br>2D and 3D image export (DICOM<br>image data volumes, 2D and 3D<br>images such as (CB)CT scans and<br>2D images such as<br>OPG/panorex images, acquisition of<br>X-Ray images from intra-oral<br>sensors, cephalometric<br>images, intra-oral images and<br>clinical pictures.), STL, PLY,<br>NXA file export.)<br>Export data in<br>DICOM/DICOMDIR format or<br>proprietary format, including<br>treatment plans with implants and<br>measurements, traced nerves<br>or other annotations, images<br>captured, sculpting operations,<br>imported models, ortho tracings<br>from 3D analysis.<br>Export optionally with a<br>proprietary viewer or with web<br>browser-based 3D viewer.<br>Export to PACS | Same |
| Image<br>processing | Enhancement (image filter<br>application), annotations,<br>measurements (distance and<br>angular, volume and surface area<br>for data segmentation),<br>import/export.<br>Airway volume segmentation. | Enhancement (image filter<br>application), annotations,<br>measurements (distance and<br>angular, volume and surface area<br>for data segmentation),<br>import/export.<br>Airway volume segmentation. | Enhancement (image filter<br>application), annotations, Linear,<br>Angular, Circumferential, Area, and<br>Volumetric Measurements (distance<br>and angular, volume and surface<br>area for data<br>segmentation), bone density evaluat<br>ion, import/export.<br>Creation of fly-through /<br>presentation movies in AVI format. | Same |
| | Alignment of surface scans, such as<br>intra-oral or dental cast scans<br>.STL/.PLY files with (CB)CT data<br>for accurate implant planning | Alignment of surface scans, such as<br>intra-oral or dental cast scans<br>.STL/.PLY files with (CB)CT data<br>for accurate implant planning | Airway volume segmentation.<br>Endo visualizations.<br>TMJ visualizations.<br>Automatic Superimposition and<br>Mirroring<br>Alignment of surface scans, such as<br>intra-oral or dental cast scans<br>.STL/.PLY files with (CB)CT data<br>for accurate implant planning. | |
| Software<br>Features | Scan data: | Scan data: | Scan data: | Same |
| | The software can directly acquire<br>images from supported imaging<br>modalities or allow manual import<br>of images by import dialog. The<br>data can be manually adjusted with<br>the wizard editor.<br>The data can be also imported from<br>3rd party patient management<br>systems via standard protocol -<br>VDDS, or via Nobel Biocare<br>proprietary OPP protocol. | The software can directly acquire<br>images from supported imaging<br>modalities or allow manual import<br>of images by import dialog. The<br>data can be manually adjusted with<br>the wizard editor.<br>The data can be also imported from<br>3rd party patient management<br>systems via standard protocol -<br>VDDS, or via Nobel Biocare<br>proprietary OPP protocol | The software can open DICOM<br>3D images from various device<br>types and producers by import<br>dialog. The data can be manually<br>adjusted with the wizard editor.<br>Scan can be reoriented in 3D<br>coordinates.<br>Stitching of 3D volumes | |
| | Diagnostic:<br>The diagnostic module allows to<br>review and diagnose 2D and 3D<br>image data as well as clinical<br>images. The user can apply image<br>filters and can measure length,<br>angles and HU units.<br>The software allows to compare 3D<br>images and 2D intraoral images in<br>the same workspace | Diagnostic:<br>The diagnostic module allows to<br>review and diagnose 2D and 3D<br>image data as well as clinical<br>images. The user can apply image<br>filters and can measure length,<br>angles and HU units.<br>The software allows to compare 3D<br>images and 2D intraoral images in<br>the same workspace | Diagnostic:<br>The software allows to review 2D<br>and 3D image data. The user can<br>apply image filters, modify<br>brightness and contrast.<br>The user can apply image filters and<br>can measure length, angles, HU<br>units<br>volumetric measurements of render<br>Comparison of multiple 3D | Different - See<br>discussion below |
| Visualization of airways, volume<br>segmentation, volume measurement<br>and maximum constriction point<br>determination.<br>Automatic annotation of the<br>mandibular canals based on<br>anatomical landmarks | Visualization of airways, volume<br>segmentation, volume measurement<br>and maximum constriction point<br>determination. | Visualization of airways, volume<br>segmentation, volume measurement<br>and maximum constriction point<br>determination.<br>Creation and visualization of the<br>nerve manually or by using the<br>Automatic Nerve feature | | |
| Intraoral scanner:<br>Import of surface scan files and<br>their registration with other scans. | Intraoral scanner:<br>DTX Studio ioscan module is a user<br>interface supporting a dental optical<br>impression system, more<br>specifically an intraoral scanning<br>device.<br>Review of STL, PLY, NXA type<br>data within dedicated workspace | Intraoral scanner:<br>Import of surface scan files and<br>their registration with other scans. | Different - See<br>discussion below | |
| Automatic sorting algorithm:<br>Intraoral radiograph (IOR)<br>automatic image sorting to an FMX<br>template (dental X-ray image<br>layout). | Automatic sorting algorithm:<br>Intraoral radiograph (IOR)<br>automatic image sorting to an FMX<br>template (dental X-ray image<br>layout). | N/A | Same | |
| Implant Planning:<br>Functionality for implant planning<br>treatment. Adding dental implant<br>shapes to DICOM data for treatment<br>planning. | Implant Planning:<br>Functionality for implant planning<br>treatment. Adding dental implant<br>shapes to DICOM data for treatment<br>planning. | Implant Planning:<br>Functionality for implant planning<br>treatment. Adding dental implant<br>shapes to DICOM data for treatment<br>planning.<br>Density profile control<br>Abutment planning and margin<br>planning<br>Bone graft simulation | Same | |
| | Virtual tooth setup: | Virtual tooth setup: | Virtual tooth setup: | Same |
| | Algorithm calculates and visualizes<br>a 3D tooth shape for a missing tooth<br>position, based on a set of indicated<br>landmarks and the loaded intra-oral<br>scan | Algorithm calculates and visualizes<br>a 3D tooth shape for a missing tooth<br>position, based on a set of indicated<br>landmarks and the loaded intra-oral<br>scan | Library of wax-up and prosthetic<br>restorations for crown-down<br>planning<br>Mesh editing and collision<br>detecting features<br>Articulation | |
| Operating<br>system<br>requirements | Windows 10 64-bit, macOS<br>Catalina, macOS BigSur | Windows 10 64-bit<br>macOS Mojave, macOS Catalina | Windows 7 64-bit, Windows 8 64-<br>bit or Windows 10 64-bit., Apple<br>Bootcamp with Windows, macOS<br>Yosemite and higher | Different - See<br>discussion below |
| Recommended<br>hardware<br>requirements | CPU: quad-core of 2.8 GHz or more<br>(such as Intel Core i5 or i7)<br>RAM: 8GB<br>Graphics card with support of<br>OpenGL 3.3 and 2GB memory or<br>more (4GB or more for 4K<br>displays)<br>HDD: 10GB of free space<br>Monitor: FullHD (1920x1080) or<br>higher | CPU: quad-core of 2.8 GHz or more<br>(such as Intel Core i5 or i7)<br>RAM: 8GB<br>Graphics card with support of<br>OpenGL 3.3 and 2GB memory or<br>more (4GB or more for 4K<br>displays)<br>HDD: 10GB of free space<br>Monitor: FullHD (1920x1080) or<br>higher | CPU: Intel Core i5 2400,<br>recommended Intel Core i7 4000 or<br>similar. RAM min 4GB,<br>recommended 8GB. Graphic<br>card Intel HD 4000, recommended<br>AMD Radeon RX 580 or<br>comparable.<br>HDD: 100 GB minimum, 500<br>GB recommended. | Same |
# Table 1: Comparison of DTX Studio Clinic to Predicate Devices
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DTX Studio Clinic 3.0
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DTX Studio Clinic 3.0 K213562
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DTX Studio Clinic 3.0 K213562
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DTX Studio Clinic 3.0 K213562
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#### Discussion
#### Similarities:
The subject device DTX Studio Clinic 3.0 and primary predicate device DTX Studio Clinic 2.0 (K203156) have the same Intended Use and share most software functions/features. Automatic annotation of the mandibular canals is shared with the reference device InVivoDental (K123519).
As seen in the table above, the subject and predicate devices are equivalent in terms of software functionalities. All devices allow import of variety of 2D/3D imaging data, its enhancement, viewing, processing and visualization for the purpose of supporting the diagnostic and treatment planning process.
Difference in indications for use and software features are discussed below.
#### Differences:
#### Indications for Use
The Indications for Use statement between the subject and the primary predicate device (K203156) are the same.
Both DTX Studio Clinic 3.0 and the primary predicate device DTX Studio Clinic 2.0 allow display and enhancement of medical images from various sources, i.e. from various digital imaging systems. In addition, they also allow for retrieving and storage of image data within the system (locally) or across computer systems in distributed locations. DTX Studio Clinic 3.0 allows transfer of images and patient data (store and retrieval) to and from the DTX Studio Core database, thus making the data available in different locations.
Both the subject and primary predicate are software solutions indicated for the display and processing of medical image information and are intended to support the diagnostic process predominately within dentistry. Oral and maxillofacial surgeons offer treatments which can cover the complete craniomaxillofacial area (including the dental area). For this reason, the subject device allows the user to visualize and evaluate data for the entire craniomaxillofacial area, as a support for the diagnostic process.
Both the subject and primary predicate provide design input for restorative solutions to 3rd party software or software from DTX Studio ecosystem, but it does not provide functionality of designing restorations within the software itself.
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## Differences in software features/functionality
Input data/Image acquisition - 3D Face scans - The difference between the subject device and the predicate device is that 3D facial scans can now be imported and visualized in the software. 3D Face scans can be used to provide the user with additional information to perform diagnosis and treatment planning.
Diagnostic -Automatic annotation of the mandibular canals - The difference between the subject device and the predicate device is that DTX Studio Clinic 3.0 allows the segmentation and visualization of the mandibular canals. The software automatically segments the mandibular canal based on the identification of the mandibular foramen and the mental foramen. This functionality is similar as in the reference device InVivoDental (K123519). The user can also manually indicate or adjust the mandibular canal.
Intraoral scanner- The difference between the subject device and the predicate device is that the DTX Studio ioscan module, classified as NOF, 872.3661 (510k exempt) is no longer available into the DTX Studio Clinic 3.0. This change does not affect the intended use of the software, since customers can import data from optical intraoral scanners into DTX Studio Clinic 3.0
## Minor differences:
Various operating systems are currently supported by DTX Studio Clinic 3.0, due to release of new versions of these operating systems during the lifecycle of DTX Studio Clinic 3.0. DTX Studio Clinic 3.0 was tested and validated on these operating systems
#### VII. Performance Data
DTX Studio Clinic 3.0 is designed and manufactured under the Quality System Regulations as outlined in 21 CFR § 820 and ISO 13485:2016 Standards. This device is in conformance with the applicable parts of IEC 62304:2006 standards. Design Control Activities, including risk management following the ISO 14971:2019, verification/validation testing, were conducted and are included in this submission.
The performance of the subject device was verified and validated following the guidance provided in FDA Guidance General Principles of Software Validation. This documentation includes testing which demonstrates that the requirements for the features have been met. Software documentation for Moderate Level of Concern and description of respective V&V activities, per the FDA guidance document, "Guidance for the Content of Premarket Submissions for Software Contained in Medical Devices" issued on May 11, 2005, is also included as part of this submission.
## Software Validation
Software verification and validation testing was conducted on the subject device and documentation was provided as recommended by FDA's Guidance for Industry and FDA
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## VIII. Conclusion
Based on the comparison of the intended use, the features and workflows, the user interface, the technical characteristics, and based on the software verification/validation activities described in this submission, DTX Studio Clinic 3.0 is found to be substantially equivalent to the identified Predicate Device.
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.