The device is intended to be used for measuring, storing, and to generate prompts for, multiple physiological parameters of adults and pediatrics (including neonates). The device is intended for use by trained healthcare professionals in hospital environments. Parameters include: NIBP, SpO2, PR (pulse rate), TEMP. The F3000 Quick Temp module is not intended for neonates. The device is not intended for MRI environments.
Device Story
Vital signs monitor (iM3s, iM3As, iM3Bs, iHM3s) measures NIBP, SpO2, pulse rate, and temperature. Inputs include physiological signals via NIBP cuffs, SpO2 sensors, and temperature probes. Device processes signals to display real-time values, store data, and generate clinical prompts. Used in hospital environments by trained healthcare professionals for spot-checking or ward rounds. Output provides clinicians with patient vital signs to support clinical decision-making and patient monitoring. Connectivity includes Wi-Fi and E-Link (Bluetooth) for data transmission.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Substantial equivalence supported by bench testing, including electrical safety (IEC 60601-1), EMC (IEC 60601-1-2), and performance testing per consensus standards: IEC 80601-2-30 (NIBP), ISO 80601-2-56 (thermometers), and ISO 80601-2-61 (pulse oximeters).
Technological Characteristics
Class II monitor. Parameters: NIBP (oscillometric), SpO2, PR, TEMP (various modules: F3000, Exergen, HTD8808C, T100A). Connectivity: Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n, 2.4/5GHz) and Bluetooth (BR, EDR, BLE). Standards: IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, IEC 80601-2-30, ISO 80601-2-56, ISO 80601-2-61.
Indications for Use
Indicated for measuring, storing, and generating prompts for physiological parameters (NIBP, SpO2, PR, TEMP) in adult, pediatric, and neonatal populations. Intended for use by trained healthcare professionals in hospital settings. Contraindicated for MRI environments; F3000 Quick Temp module contraindicated for neonates.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A cardiac monitor (including cardiotachometer and rate alarm) is a device used to measure the heart rate from an analog signal produced by an electrocardiograph, vectorcardiograph, or blood pressure monitor. This device may sound an alarm when the heart rate falls outside preset upper and lower limits.
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March 8, 2024
Edan Instruments, Inc. Tracy Yue Regulatory Affairs Engineer 15 Jinhui Road, Jinsha Community, Kengzi Sub-district Pingshan District, Shenzhen, Shenzhen 518122 China
Re: K233038
Trade/Device Name: Vital Signs monitor, Model: iM3s, iM3As, iHM3s Regulation Number: 21 CFR 870.2300 Regulation Name: Cardiac Monitor (Including Cardiotachometer And Rate Alarm) Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: MWI Dated: September 25, 2023 Received: September 25, 2023
Dear Tracy Yue:
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 (the 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 available 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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Additional information about changes that may require a new premarket notification are provided in the FDA guidance documents entitled "Deciding When to Submit a 510(k) for a Change to an Existing Device"
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(https://www.fda.gov/media/99812/download) and "Deciding When to Submit a 510(k) for a Software Change to an Existing Device" (https://www.fda.gov/media/99785/download).
Your device is also subject to, among other requirements, the Quality System (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820), which includes, but is not limited to, 21 CFR 820.30, Design controls; 21 CFR 820.90, Nonconforming product; and 21 CFR 820.100, Corrective and preventive action. Please note that regardless of whether a change requires premarket review, the QS regulation requires device manufacturers to review and approve changes to device design and production (21 CFR 820.30 and 21 CFR 820.70) and document changes and approvals in the device master record (21 CFR 820.181).
Please be advised that FDA's issuance of a substantial equivalence determination does not mean that FDA has made a determination that your device complies with other requirements of the Act or any Federal statutes and regulations administered by other Federal agencies. You must comply with all the Act's requirements, including, but not limited to: registration and listing (21 CFR Part 807); labeling (21 CFR Part 801); medical device reporting of medical device-related adverse events) (21 CFR Part 803) for devices or postmarketing safety reporting (21 CFR Part 4, Subpart B) for combination products (see https://www.fda.gov/combination-products/guidance-regulatory-information/postmarketing-safety-reportingcombination-products); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820) for devices or current good manufacturing practices (21 CFR Part 4, Subpart A) for combination products; and, if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR Parts 1000-1050.
Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR 807.97). For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803), please go to https://www.fda.gov/medical-device-safety/medical-device-reportingmdr-how-report-medical-device-problems.
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Sincerely,
# Stephen C. Browning -S
LCDR Stephen Browning Assistant Director Division of Cardiac Electrophysiology, Diagnostics, and Monitoring Devices Office of Cardiovascular 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) K233038
Device Name
Vital Signs monitor, Model: iM3s, iM3As, iM3Bs, iHM3s
Indications for Use (Describe)
The device is intended to be used for measuring, storing, and to generate prompts for, multiple physiological parameters of adults and pediatrics (including neonates). The device is intended for use by trained healthcare professionals in hospital environments.
Parameters include: NIBP, SpO2, PR (pulse rate), TEMP.
The F3000 Quick Temp module is not intended for neonates.
The device is not intended for MRI environments.
| Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable) | |
|-------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------|
| Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) | Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C) |
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#### 510(K) Summary
## Prepared in accordance with the content and format regulatory requirements of 21 CFR Part 807.92
| <b>1. Submitter:</b> | Edan Instruments, Inc.<br>#15 Jinhui Road, Jinsha Community,<br>Kengzi Sub-District, Pingshan District,<br>Shenzhen, 518122 P.R.China.<br>Tel: +86(0755) 26858736<br>Fax: +86(0755) 26882223 |
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| <b>Contact person:</b> | Tracy Yue |
| <b>Preparing date:</b> | September 25, 2023 |
| <b>2. Device name and classification:</b> | Trade Name: Vital Signs Monitor, Model: iM3s, iM3As, iM3Bs, iHM3s<br>Common/Usual Name: Vital Signs Monitor |
| Classification Name | Product code |
|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------|
| 21 CFR 870.2300<br>Monitor, Physiological, Patient (Without Arrhythmia Detection Or Alarms) | MWI |
| Subsequent Product Code | |
|----------------------------------------------------------------------|-----|
| 21 CFR 870.1130<br>System, Measurement, Blood-Pressure, Non-Invasive | DXN |
| 21 CFR 880.2910<br>Thermometer, Electronic, Clinical | FLL |
| 21 CFR 870.2700<br>Oximeter | DQA |
| Regulatory Class: Class II | |
**3. Predicate Device(s):**
1) Edan Instruments, Inc., Vital Signs Monitor:iM3s, iM3As, iM3Bs, iHM3s, K202892 (Primary predicate device)
- 2) Shenzhen Mindray Bio-Meidcal Electronics Co., LTD, VS 9 Vital Signs Monitor, K221267 (Reference device)
- 3) HeTaiDa Technology Co., Ltd, Non-contact Infrared Body Thermometer, Model HTD8808C, K203332 (Reference device)
- 4) TaiDoc Technology Corporation, FORA IR20B EAR
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THERMOMETER , K090395 (Reference device)
The iM3s series vital signs monitors including iM3s\iM3As\iM3Bs\ iHM3s are 4. Device Description: intended to be used for measuring, storing, reviewing of, and generating prompts for multiple physiological parameters of adults and pediatrics. 5. Indication for Use The device is intended to be used for measuring, storing, and reviewing of, and to generate prompts for, multiple physiological parameters of adults and pediatrics (including neonates). The device is intended for use by trained healthcare professionals in hospital environments. Parameters include: NIBP, SpO2, PR (pulse rate), TEMP. The F3000 Quick TEMP module is not intended for neonates. The device is not intended for MRI environments.
#### 6. Predicate Device Comparison
The intended use of the subject devices iM3s series is the same as the primary predicate device Vital Signs Monitor: iM3s, iM3As, iHM3s (K202892) which is intended to be used for measuring, storing, and reviewing of, and to generate prompts for, multiple physiological parameters of adults and pediatrics in healthcare environments by trained healthcare professionals.
The table below compares the indication for use and parameter modules of the subject devices to the primary predicate devices.
| Manufacturer/Item | <Predicate Device><br>EDAN Instrument Inc.<br>iM3s series Vital Signs Monitor | <Subject Device><br>EDAN Instrument Inc.<br>iM3s series Vital Signs Monitor | Comparison<br>Result |
|-----------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------|
| K# | K202892 | Current Submission | -- |
| Intended Use | | | |
| Description | The device is intended to be used for<br>measuring, storing, and reviewing of,<br>and to generate prompts for, multiple<br>physiological parameters of adults and<br>pediatrics. The device is intended for<br>use by trained healthcare professionals<br>in hospital environments.<br>Parameters include: NIBP, SpO2, PR<br>(pulse rate), TEMP.<br>The F3000 Quick TEMP module is not<br>intended for neonates. | The device is intended to be used<br>for<br>measuring, storing, and<br>reviewing of, and to generate<br>prompts for, multiple physiological<br>parameters of adults and pediatrics<br>(including neonates). The device is<br>intended for use by trained<br>healthcare professionals in hospital<br>environments.<br>Parameters include: NIBP, SpO2,<br>PR (pulse rate), TEMP | Different |
| | The device is not intended for MRI | The F3000 Quick TEMP module is | |
| | environments. | not intended for neonates.<br>The device is not intended for MRI<br>environments. | |
| Measurement<br>Parameters | SpO2, PR, NIBP, TEMP | SpO2, PR, NIBP, TEMP | Same |
| Operation mode | Spot-checking, Ward round | Spot-checking, Ward round | |
| SpO2 (EDAN Module) | | | |
| Measurement Range | 0% to 100% | 0% to 100% | |
| | Adult /Pediatric (not including<br>neonate): | Adult /Pediatric (not including<br>neonate): | |
| | 70% to100% : ±2% | 70% to100% : ±2% | |
| Accuracy | 0% to 69%: Undefined | 0% to 69%: Undefined | Same |
| | Neonate: | Neonate: | |
| | 70% to100%: ±3% | 70% to100%: ±3% | |
| | 0% to 69%: Undefined | 0% to 69%: Undefined | |
| PR from SpO2 | | | |
| Measurement range | 25 to 300 bpm | 25 to 300 bpm | |
| Accuracy | ±2 bpm | ±2 bpm | Same |
| | TEMP (Covidien F3000 Quick Temp Module) | | |
| Measuring range | 30°C~43°C | 30°C~43°C | |
| Prediction<br>measurement range | 35°C~43°C | 35°C~43°C | Same |
| Sensor type | Oral /axillary /rectal | Oral /axillary /rectal | |
| Measuring Mode | Direct Mode /Adjusted Mode | Direct Mode /Adjusted Mode | |
| | TEMP (Exergen TAT-5000S-RS232-QR Temp Module) | | |
| Temperature Range | 61 to 110°F (15.5 to 43°C) | 61 to 110°F (15.5 to 43°C) | |
| | ± 0.2°F or 0.1°C | ± 0.2°F or 0.1°C | |
| Clinical Accuracy | Per ASTM E1112 | Per ASTM E1112 | |
| Arterial Heat Balance<br>Range<br>for Body<br>Temperature | 94 to 110°F (34.5 to 43°C) | 94 to 110°F (34.5 to 43°C) | Same |
| | TEMP (HTD8808C Non-contact Infrared Thermometer Temp Module) | | |
| Measurement Range | 34 °C to 42.9 °C | 34 °C to 43.0 °C | |
| | 34.0~34.9°C: ± 0.3°C | 34.0~34.9°C: ± 0.3°C | |
| | (93.2-94.8°F: ± 0.5°F); | (93.2-94.8°F: ± 0.5°F); | |
| | Accuracy | 35.0~42.0°C: ± 0.2°C | 35.0~42.0°C: ± 0.2°C |
| | (95.0-107.6°F: ± 0.4°F); | (95.0-107.6°F: ± 0.4°F); | |
| | 42.1~42.9°C: ± 0.3°C | 42.1~43.0°C: ± 0.3°C | |
| (107.8-109.2°F: ± 0.5°F); | | | |
| TEMP (T100A Internal Forehead TEMP Module) | | | |
| Measurement Range | / | | |
| Accuracy | 34°C~43°C (93.2°F~109.4°F)<br>±0.3 °C: 34.0 °C -34.9 °C;<br>±0.2 °C: 35.0 °C -42.0 °C;<br>±0.3 °C: 42.1°C -43.0 °C; | Different | |
| TEMP (FORA IR20B EAR THERMOMETER TEMP Module) | | | |
| Displayed<br>Temperature Range | 89.6°F to 109.4°F (32°C to 43°C) | | |
| Accuracy | ±0.4°F (±0.2°C) for the range of<br>96.8°F to 102.2°F (36.0°C to 39.0°C)<br>±0.5°F (±0.3°C) from 89.6°F to<br>96.6°F (32.0°C to 35.9°C) and from<br>102.4°F to 109.4°F (39.1°C to 43.0°C) | Different | |
| Wi-Fi | | | |
| IEEE | 802.11b/g/n | Same | |
| Frequency Band | 5GHz & 2.4GHz | | |
| Max. Transmit Power<br>(±2 dBm) | 2.4GHz:<br>17dBm (802.11b DSSS)<br>17dBm (802.11b CCK)<br>17dBm (802.11g/n OFDM)<br><br>5GHz:<br>10dBm (802.11g OFDM)<br>9dBm (802.11n) | | |
| E-Link | | | |
| Radio Technology | BR, EDR, BLE | Same | |
| Frequency Range | 2402 MHz ~ 2480 MHz | | |
| EDAN-NIBP(ICFUS) | | | |
| Principle | Oscillometry | Same | |
| Measuring parameter | SYS, DIA, MAP, PR | | |
| Measurement Range | Adult Mode: | | |
| | | | |
| | SYS: 25 mmHg to 290 mmHg<br>DIA: 10 mmHg to 250 mmHg<br>MAP: 15 mmHg to 260 mmHg | SYS: 25 mmHg to 290 mmHg<br>DIA: 10 mmHg to 250 mmHg<br>MAP: 15 mmHg to 260 mmHg | |
| | Pediatric Mode:<br>SYS: 25 mmHg to 240 mmHg<br>DIA: 10 mmHg to 200 mmHg<br>MAP: 15 mmHg to 215 mmHg | Pediatric Mode:<br>SYS: 25 mmHg to 240 mmHg<br>DIA: 10 mmHg to 200 mmHg<br>MAP: 15 mmHg to 215 mmHg | |
| | Neonatal Mode:<br>SYS: 25 mmHg to 140 mmHg<br>DIA: 10 mmHg to 115 mmHg<br>MAP: 15 mmHg to 125 mmHg | Neonatal Mode:<br>SYS: 25 mmHg to 140 mmHg<br>DIA: 10 mmHg to 115 mmHg<br>MAP: 15 mmHg to 125 mmHg | |
| NIBP PR<br>Measurement range | 40 bpm to 240 bpm | 40 bpm to 240 bpm | |
| NIBP PR Accuracy | $\pm$ 3 bpm or 3.5%, whichever is greater | $\pm$ 3 bpm or 3.5%, whichever is greater | |
| EDAN-NIBP(IFAST) | | | |
| Principle | | Oscillometry | |
| Measuring parameter | | SYS, DIA, MAP | |
| | | Adult Mode:<br>SYS: 25 mmHg to 290 mmHg<br>DIA: 10 mmHg to 250 mmHg<br>MAP: 15 mmHg to 260 mmHg | |
| Measurement Range | / | Pediatric Mode:<br>SYS: 25 mmHg to 240 mmHg<br>DIA: 10 mmHg to 200 mmHg<br>MAP: 15 mmHg to 215 mmHg | Different |
| | | iFAST: 15 s (depend on SYS, arm<br>circumference and HR/motion<br>disturbance) (measured with E8<br>cuff, PR is set as 80 bpm and<br>systolic pressure within 120/80<br>mmHg) | |
| Typical<br>measurement time | | | |
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As seen in the comparison tables, the subject and predicate devices have similar design features and performance specifications. The technological differences between the subject and predicate devices do not raise different questions of safety or effectiveness.
## 7. Performance Data:
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#### Non-clinical data:
#### Electrical safety and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)
iM3s Series Vital Signs Monitor were assessed for conformity with the relevant requirements of the following standards and found to comply:
- IEC 60601-1: 2005/A1: 2012/A2: 2020 Medical electrical equipment - Part 1: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance.
- IEC 60601-1-2:2014+A1:2020 Medical electrical equipment - Part 1-2: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance – Collateral Standard: electromagnetic disturbances – Requirements and tests.
#### Performance testing-Bench
Edan has conducted functional and system level testing to validate the performance of the devices. The results of the bench testing show that the subject device meets its accuracy specification and meet relevant consensus standards.
- IEC 80601-2-30:2018 Medical electrical equipment - part 2-30: particular requirements for the basic safety and essential performance of automated non-invasive sphygmomanometers
- ISO 80601-2-56: 2017+A 1:2018 Medical electrical equipment - part 2-56: particular requirements for basic safety and essential performance of clinical thermometers for body temperature measurement
- ISO 80601-2-61: 2017 Medical electrical equipment - part 2-61: particular requirements for basic safety and essential performance of pulse oximeter equipment
#### Software Verification and Validation Testing
Software verification and validation testing were conducted and documentation was provided as recommended by FDA's Guidance for Industry and FDA Staff, "Guidance for the Content of Premarket Submissions for Software Contained in Medical Devices".
#### Clinical data: Not applicable.
#### Summary
The non-clinical performance testing showed that the subject devices are as safe and as effective as the predicate device.
#### 8. Conclusion
The bench testing data and software verification and validation demonstrate that iM3s Series Vital Signs Monitor are substantially equivalent to the predicate devices.
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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.
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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).
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.