Kangaroo Skin Level Balloon Gastrostomy Kit, Kangaroo Bolus Feed Set with ENFIT Connection, Kangaroo Continuous Feed Set with ENFIT Connection
K232046 · Xeridiem Medical Devices, A Spectrum Plastics Group Company · PIF · Oct 6, 2023 · Gastroenterology, Urology
Device Facts
Record ID
K232046
Device Name
Kangaroo Skin Level Balloon Gastrostomy Kit, Kangaroo Bolus Feed Set with ENFIT Connection, Kangaroo Continuous Feed Set with ENFIT Connection
Applicant
Xeridiem Medical Devices, A Spectrum Plastics Group Company
Product Code
PIF · Gastroenterology, Urology
Decision Date
Oct 6, 2023
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 876.5980
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic, Pediatric
Indications for Use
The feeding tube is indicated for use in percutaneous placement of an enteral feeding tube in adult and pediatric patients that require enteral feeding, medication administration, or decompression through an established gastrointestinal stoma tract. The Kangaroo Skin Level Gastrostomy Device Feed Set Kit with ENFit® Connection is indicated for use in adult and pediatric patients that require enteral feeding, medication administration, or decompression through a Kangaroo Skin Level Device.
Device Story
Kangaroo Skin Level Balloon Gastrostomy Kit (Kangaroo SLD) is a low-profile gastrostomy tube for enteral access. Device consists of a silicone hub overmolded onto a bi-lumen shaft with a radiopaque barium-filled tip and a reverse-bonded silicone retention balloon. In use, the physician inserts the distal balloon end through a gastrointestinal stoma tract into the stomach; the balloon is inflated with sterile or distilled water to secure the device. Extension sets (bolus or continuous) connect to the hub's reflux valve to deliver nutrients or medication or perform decompression. The device is used in clinical settings. Output is a secure channel for enteral delivery. Benefits include patient comfort via the subsumed tip design and compatibility with ENFit-compliant systems.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Substantial equivalence supported by bench testing, including biocompatibility (cytotoxicity, sensitization, irritation), sterilization (EO residuals), tensile strength, leak testing, valve connector force, torque testing, pinch clamp functionality, and simulated use testing with blenderized diet.
Indicated for adult and pediatric patients requiring enteral feeding, medication administration, or gastric decompression via an established gastrointestinal stoma tract.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A gastrointestinal tube and accessories is a device that consists of flexible or semi-rigid tubing used for instilling fluids into, withdrawing fluids from, splinting, or suppressing bleeding of the alimentary tract. This device may incorporate an integral inflatable balloon for retention or hemostasis. This generic type of device includes the hemostatic bag, irrigation and aspiration catheter (gastric, colonic, etc.), rectal catheter, sterile infant gavage set, gastrointestinal string and tubes to locate internal bleeding, double lumen tube for intestinal decompression or intubation, feeding tube, gastroenterostomy tube, Levine tube, nasogastric tube, single lumen tube with mercury weight balloon for intestinal intubation or decompression, and gastro-urological irrigation tray (for gastrological use).
Special Controls
*Classification.* (1) Class II (special controls). The barium enema retention catheter and tip with or without a bag that is a gastrointestinal tube and accessory or a gastronomy tube holder accessory is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 876.9.(2) Class I (general controls) for the dissolvable nasogastric feed tube guide for the nasogastric tube. The class I device is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to § 876.9.
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October 6, 2023
Xeridiem Medical Devices, A Spectrum Plastics Group Company Mr. Steve Murray Regulatory Affairs Specialist 4700 S. Overland Dr. Tucson, AZ 85714
Re: K232046
> Trade/Device Name: Kangaroo Skin Level Balloon Gastrostomy Kit, Kangaroo Bolus Feed Set with ENFIT Connection, Kangaroo Continuous Feed Set with ENFIT Connection Regulation Number: 21 CFR 876.5980 Regulation Name: Gastrointestinal tube and accessories Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: PIF Dated: July 5, 2023 Received: July 10, 2023
Dear Steve Murray:
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.
Sivakami Venkatachalam -S
for
Shanil P. Haugen, Ph.D. Assistant Director DHT3A: Division of Renal, Gastrointestinal, Obesity and Transplant Devices OHT3: Office of GastroRenal, ObGyn, General Hospital and Urology Devices Office of Product Evaluation and Quality Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K232046
Device Name Kangaroo Skin Level Balloon Gastrostomy Kit Kangaroo Bolus Feed Set with ENFIT Connection Kangaroo Continuous Feed Set with ENFIT Connection
Indications for Use (Describe)
The feeding tube is indicated for use in percutaneous placement of an enteral feeding tube in adult and pediatric patients that require enteral feeding, medication, or decompression through an established gastrointestinal stoma tract.
The Kangaroo Skin Level Gastrostomy Device Feed Set Kit with ENFit® Connection is indicated for use in adult and pediatic patients that require enteral feeding, medication administration, or decompression through a Kangaroo Skin Level Device.
| Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable) | |
|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| <div> <span> <span style="font-size: 16px;">☑</span> Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) </span> </div> | <div> <span> <span style="font-size: 16px;">☐</span> Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C) </span> </div> |
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### 5.0 510(k) SUMMARY
### 5.1 Submitter Information
| Date Prepared: | June 30, 2023 |
|-------------------|------------------------------------------|
| 510(k) Submitter: | Xeridiem Medical Devices, |
| | A Spectrum Plastics Group Company |
| | 4700 S. Overland Dr. |
| | Tucson, AZ 85714 |
| Contact Person: | Steve Murray, Regulatory Affairs Special |
| Contact Person: | Steve Murray, Regulatory Affairs Specialist<br>(520) 882-7794 ext. 178<br>steven.murray@spectrumplastics.com |
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### 5.2 Device Information
| Trade Name: | Kangaroo™ Skin Level Balloon Gastrostomy Kit |
|-------------|------------------------------------------------------|
| | Kangaroo™ Bolus Feed Set with ENFit® Connection |
| | Kangaroo™ Continuous Feed Set with ENFit® Connection |
| Common Name: | Low Profile Gastrostomy Tube |
|-----------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Classification Name: | Gastrointestinal tube and accessories<br>(21 CFR 876.5980, Product Code PIF) |
| Classification Panel: | Gastroenterology/Urology |
#### Predicate Device Information 5.3
| Trade Name: | Entuit® LP Gastrostomy BR Balloon Retention<br>Feeding Tube Kit with ENFit® Connection |
|----------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Common Name: | Low Profile Gastrostomy Tube |
| Classification Name: | Gastrointestinal tube and accessories<br>(21 CFR 876.5980, Product Code PIF) |
| 510(k) Number: | K180708 |
### Reference Device Information 5.4
| Trade Name: | EndoVive™ 3s Low Profile Balloon Kit*<br>EndoVive™ 3s Bolus Extension Sets<br>EndoVive™ 3s Continuous Extension Sets<br>EndoVive™ 3s Medication Extension Set |
|----------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Common Name: | Gastrostomy Tube |
| Classification Name: | Gastrointestinal tube and accessories<br>(21 CFR 876.5980, Product Codes PIF, PIO) |
| 510(k) Number: | K142297 |
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* Low profile device from the Low Profile Balloon Kit is the only part of the cleared device beinq used for reference considerations in technological characteristics.
#### 5.5 Device Description
The proposed devices are listed below in Table 5.5-1 and are described following the table.
| Device Part<br>Number | Device Brand Name | Hereafter Referred to As |
|-----------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------|
| 50-0508 | Kangaroo™ Skin Level Device | Kangaroo™ SLD |
| 70-0079 | Kangaroo™ Skin Level Balloon Gastrostomy Kit | Kangaroo™ SLD Kit |
| 20-1724 | Kangaroo™ 24" Continuous Feed Extension Set | Continuous ES |
| 20-1725 | Kangaroo™ 12" Bolus Feed Extension Set | Bolus ES |
| 50-0509 | Kangaroo™ Bolus Feed Set with ENFit® Connection (10 pack of Bolus Feed Set) | FSK - Bolus |
| 50-0510 | Kangaroo™ Continuous Feed Set with ENFit® Connection (10 pack of Continuous Feed Set) | FSK - Continuous |
Table 5.5-1 - Proposed Devices
The Kangaroo ™ Skin Level Balloon Gastrostomy Kit will be comprised of one Kangaroo™ Skin Level Device and one of each of the feed sets. The feed sets, continuous and bolus, are also available in Feed Set Kits packaged individually and then boxed as a 10-pack.
The Kangaroo™ SLD is constructed primarily of silicone and consists of a hub which is overmolded on to a previously extruded bi-lumen shaft. The tip of the shaft is filled with radiopaque barium RTV. At the distal end, a silicone subsumed tip balloon is reverse bonded to the shaft using a silicone RTV. This subsumed tip balloon accomplishes patient comfort by not exposing the tip of the shaft to the patient as well as being in line with the shaft. In use, the balloon end of the catheter is inserted through a gastrointestinal stoma tract and into the stomach. The balloon is then inflated with sterile or distilled water (per the recommended volume for the specific device size) to secure the device in place. To confirm placement of the device in the stomach, fluoroscopic procedures are typically used since the catheter shaft tip has radiopaque
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barium stripe present. Accessories for the Kangaroo™ SLD include two feed extension set confiqurations (ENFit bolus and continuous), an inflation syringe, a feeding syringe (ENFit), and gauzes.
The hub has two ports. The top (center) port contains a reflux valve assembly which is keyed to accept the feed set valve connectors. Leaks are prevented by the reflux valve assembly (with cross-slit valve design). The second port is the inflation port and contains the inflation valve.
The device is available in the configurations per determined market needs shown below in Table 5.5-2.
| FR | LENGTH (CM) | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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| SIZE | 0.8 - | 1.0 1.2 | | 1.5 | 1.7 | 2.0 | 2.3 | 2.5 | | 2.7 3.0 | 3.5 | 4.0 4.5 | | 5.0 |
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| Table 5.5-2 – Kangaroo™ SLD Configurations (Length [cm] for Each FR Size) | |
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| FR | LENGTH (CM) |
The feed extension sets have a valve connector end that inserts into the Kangaroo™ SLD reflux valve. For these ENFit Feed Sets, the opposite end has an ENFit-compatible connector complying with ISO 80369-3 (for prevention of misconnections with nonenteral feeding devices). The extension set can then connect to any ENFit-compatible enteral giving sets or ENFit-compatible syringes. Finally, both the Kangaroo™ Skin Level Device and the Kangaroo™ Feed Sets are compatible with competitor devices currently on the market.
### 5.6 Indications for Use
# 5.6.1 KangarooTM Skin Level Balloon Gastrostomy Kit
The feeding tube is indicated for use in percutaneous placement of an enteral feeding tube in adult and pediatric patients that require enteral feeding, medication administration, or decompression through an established gastrointestinal stoma tract.
The Kanqaroo™ Skin Level Gastrostomy Device Feed Set Kit with ENFit® Connection is indicated for use in adult and pediatric patients that require enteral feeding, medication administration, or decompression through a Kangaroo™ Skin Level Device.
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### 5.6.2 Kangaroo™ Bolus Feed Set with ENFit® Connection and Kangaroo™ Continuous Feed Set with ENFit® Connection (10-Pack Kits)
The Kangaroo™ Skin Level Gastrostomy Device Feed Set Kit with ENFit® Connection is indicated for use in adult and pediatric patients that require enteral feeding, medication administration, or decompression through a Kangaroo™ Skin Level Device.
### 5.7 Technological Characteristics
The proposed device, as shown in Table 5.7 below with specific similarities and differences, have the same or very similar technological characteristics as the predicate device. The intended uses of the proposed device and predicate device are the same and there are no significant differences noted in the table below that would affect the performance of the proposed device as compared to the predicate device. The reference device is used as the comparison for certain balloon characteristics (see Table 5.7a below the main table).
| | PREDICATE DEVICE<br>(K180708) | PROPOSED DEVICE |
|---------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------|
| | Entuit® LP Gastrostomy BR Balloon<br>Retention Feeding Tube Kit with<br>ENFit® Connection | Kangaroo™ Skin Level Device Kit<br>with Feed Sets |
| FDA Class | Class II | Same as K180708 |
| FDA Product Code | PIF (for ENFit-compatible) | Same as K180708 |
| FDA Regulation | 876.5980 - Tubes, gastrointestinal<br>(and accessories) | Same as K180708 |
| 510(k) Number | K180708 | TBD |
| Indications for Use | The feeding tube is indicated for<br>use in percutaneous placement of<br>an enteral feeding tube in adult and<br>pediatric patients that require<br>enteral feeding, medication<br>administration or decompression<br>through an established<br>gastrointestinal stoma tract. | Same as K180708 |
| User Population | Adult and Pediatric | Same as K180708 |
| Operating Principle | Device tip enters through the stoma<br>tract and into the stomach, then the<br>device is secured in place by<br>inflating the retention balloon. Once<br>secured in place, the appropriate<br>extension set is connected to the<br>device and it then serves as a<br>channel for administering nutrients<br>and medication into the stomach<br>and for gastric decompression. | Same as K180708 |
| | Table 5.7 - Device Comparison Table (Predicate Device) | | |
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| | | | |
| | PREDICATE DEVICE<br>(K180708) | PROPOSED DEVICE | |
| | Entuit® LP Gastrostomy BR Balloon<br>Retention Feeding Tube Kit with<br>ENFit® Connection | Kangaroo™ Skin Level Device Kit<br>with Feed Sets | |
| Sterile | Yes (ETO) for pouch-sealed low<br>profile device | Same as K180708 | |
| Shaft | Silicone 65D | Silicone 65D (same as K180708);<br>adds four additional functional<br>lengths: 1.2cm, 1.7cm, 2.3cm,<br>2.7cm | |
| Balloon | Silicone 24D | Silicone 24D (with reverse bonding<br>for subsumed device tip)* | |
| Balloon Inflation Rating | 12-16 FR tubing size: 5-7 mL<br>18-24 FR tubing size: 5-10 mL | 12 FR tubing size: 4 mL*<br>14 FR tubing size: 4.5 mL*<br>16 FR tubing size: 5 mL*<br>18 FR tubing size: 6 mL*<br>20 FR tubing size: 7 mL*<br>22 FR tubing size: 8 mL*<br>24 FR tubing size: 10 mL* | |
| Reflux Valve | Silicone cross-slit valve | Silicone cross-slit valve (with<br>silicone back-up seal) | |
| Radiopaque Marker | Barium sulfate | Same as K180708 | |
| Balloon Inflation Valve | Thermoplastic housing with silicone<br>valve | Same as K180708 | |
| Inflation Valve Port | Port on Silicone 60D hub which<br>houses inflation valve | Same as K180708 | |
| Connectors (Feed<br>Extension Sets) | Valve Connector - Polycarbonate,<br>straight (bolus) or right angle<br>(continuous) | Same as K180708 | |
| Pinch Clamps (Feed<br>Extension Sets) | Feeding Connector – Nylon (ENFit)<br>Both Bolus and Continuous ES -<br>print "Not for IV Use" symbol and<br>"For Enteral Use Only" warning on<br>pinch clamp;<br>Bolus ES - 6.8 mm OD<br>polypropylene pinch clamp<br>Continuous ES – 3.0 mm OD<br>polypropylene pinch clamp | Same as K180708 | |
| Low Profile Kit<br>Contents | Inflation syringe, feeding syringe,<br>gauze, Bolus Extension Set,<br>Continuous Extension Set | Same as K180708 | |
| Replacement Feed<br>Extension Kit Contents | 1 each Bolus Extension Set and<br>Continuous Extension Set | 10 each Bolus Feed Extension Sets<br>or 10 each Continuous Feed<br>Extension Sets | |
| Packaging System/<br>Materials | Tyvek Pouch (only with LPK),<br>Polybag, IFU, Corrugate Case &<br>Shipper | Same as K180708 | |
| Competitor Device<br>Compatibility | No | Yes - for select competitor devices<br>(competitor ES with Kangaroo SLD;<br>competitor LP device with<br>Kangaroo Feed Sets) | |
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*The Reference Device comparison in Table 5.7a supports these balloon characteristics.
| Table 5.7a - Device Comparison Table (Reference Device) | | |
|--------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| | REFERENCE DEVICE<br>(K142297) | PROPOSED DEVICE |
| | EndoViveTM 3s Low Profile<br>Balloon Kit | KangarooTM Skin Level Device<br>Kit with Feed Sets |
| Indications for Use<br>(applicable to low profile<br>device) | The EndoVive 3S Low Profile<br>Balloon is indicated for use in<br>adult and pediatric patients who<br>require long term feeding, are<br>unable to tolerate oral feeding,<br>are at low risk for aspiration or<br>require gastric decompression<br>and/or medication delivery<br>directly into the stomach. | The feeding tube is indicated for<br>use in percutaneous placement<br>of an enteral feeding tube in<br>adult and pediatric patients that<br>require enteral feeding,<br>medication administration or<br>decompression through an<br>established gastrointestinal<br>stoma tract. |
| Balloon | Silicone 24D (with reverse<br>bonding for subsumed device<br>tip) | Same as K142297 |
| Balloon Inflation Rating | 12 FR tubing size: 4 mL<br>14 FR tubing size: 4.5 mL<br>16 FR tubing size: 5 mL<br>18 FR tubing size: 6 mL<br>20 FR tubing size: 7 mL<br>22 FR tubing size: 8 mL<br>24 FR tubing size: 10 mL | Same as K142297 |
As can be seen from the above tables, the changes are limited in scope and many characteristics are unchanged from the predicate device. The limited differences are as follows:
- . Addition of four additional functional lengths on the Skin Level Device (low profile gastrostomy tube) only offers additional options but does not impact functionality of the device;
- . Balloon is reverse bonded to create a subsumed device tip for enhanced patient comfort while retaining equivalent performance in retention;
- . The balloon inflation volume rating difference is due to the reverse bonded balloon process; the balloon is reversed and trimmed, resulting in less surface area of the balloon; the balloon is then positioned over the shaft, crating a subsumed tip when inflated; this process results in enhanced patient comfort but a decrease in inflation volume for most FR sizes; however, performance testing indicates retention requirements are met;
- . The updated reflux valve design (cross-slit valve with silicone back-up seal) performs the same function as the predicate device's reflux valve and is shown to be equivalent or better based on performance testing;
- The change from providing replacement feed extension sets in a pack of 1 each ● bolus/continuous to 10-pack of either bolus or continuous simply provides
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convenient options for replacing the type set a specific user needs and has no impact on safety or effectiveness;
- Compatibility of the Kangaroo™ devices with select competitor devices offers . more flexibility to the end user and has been verified through performance testing.
Any differences noted above do not raise new or different questions of safety or effectiveness as compared to the predicate device. The proposed device is deemed substantially equivalent.
### 5.8 Performance Data
# 5.8.1 Non-Clinical Tests
Based on detailed analysis of the proposed devices as compared to the predicate device (documented design equivalency analysis) and considering previous testing on materials in both the predicate and reference devices, it was determined what new Verification and Validation Testing was required for the proposed devices and what testing can be legitimately leveraged from the predicate and reference devices. Based on the combination of new and leveraged testing, it was found the proposed devices are in compliance with design and performance requirements according to ISO 80369-3:2016/AMD1:2019 Small-bore connectors for liquids and gases in healthcare applications – Part 3: Connectors for enteral applications, EN1615:2000 Enteral feeding catheters and enteral giving sets for single use and their connectors - Design and testing (with additional support from ISO 20695:2020 Enteral feeding systems - design and testing), and biocompatibility requirements per ISO 10993-1:2018 Biological evaluation of medical devices – Part 1: Evaluation and testing within a risk management process.
The following testing was conducted on proposed devices or leveraged from the predicate device or reference device (leveraging based on design equivalency) to support substantial equivalence of the proposed devices:
Biocompatibility
- Per prior assessment consistent with ISO 10993-1:2018, confirming cytotoxicity, ● sensitization and irritation tests completed on predicate device and deemed applicable to proposed device per design equivalency assessment
Sterilization
- Based on sterilization adoption assessment and design equivalency assessment, ● EO residuals testing on predicate device deemed applicable to proposed device
- Performance Testing Bench (combined new and leveraged)
- Resistance to device migration (hub or balloon) ●
- Enteral feeding devices (with a retention balloon) testing per ASTM F2528-. 06(2014)
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- Tensile testing per EN 1615:2000 and EN 1618:1997 ●
- Leak testing per EN1615:2000, EN 1618:1997 and ISO 20695:2020 ●
- . Valve connector insertion/removal force testing per ISO 20695:2020
- Low profile device-valve connector torque testing
- Feed/extension set pinch clamp testing (able to stop fluid flow) ●
- Testing for resistance to expected chemical exposure .
- Distribution simulation testing
- Design validation testing per simulated use conditions, including blenderized diet ●
Results from all the above tests met the acceptance criteria for each test.
### 5.8.2 Animal Tests
Animal tests were not required to demonstrate the performance of the proposed devices. Product functionality has been adequately assessed by the non-clinical tests discussed in 5.8.1.
### 5.8.3 Clinical Tests
Clinical tests were not required to demonstrate the performance of the proposed devices. Product functionality has been adequately assessed by the non-clinical tests discussed in 5.8.1.
#### 5.9 Conclusion
The conclusions drawn from the device comparison for technological characteristics and results of the non-clinical testing demonstrate that the proposed devices in the Kangaroo™ device family are as safe, effective, and perform as well or better than the legally marketed predicate device identified in 5.3, and/or the legally marketed reference device identified in 5.4.
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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.