Ambu® NeurolineTM Cup MRI/CT (Models 72704/21US, 72704/23US, 72704/25US, 72704/27US) Ambu® NeurolineTM Cup MRI/CT-set (Models 72704/21-1010US, 72704/21-1010US, 72704/23-1010US, 72704/25-1010US, 72704/27-1010US) Ambu® NeurolineTM Cup MRI/CT-mini set (Models 72704/21-0301US, 72704/23-0301US, 72704/25-0301US, 72704/27-0301US)
Applicant
Ambu A/S
Product Code
GXY · Neurology
Decision Date
Jul 14, 2026
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 882.1320
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Pediatric
Indications for Use
The Ambu® Neuroline™ Cup MRI/CT is intended to obtain and transmit electroencephalography (EEG) or evoked potential (EP) signals to the compatible Ambu harness, from where the signals can be transmitted to a monitoring and recording device. The Ambu® Neuroline™ Cup MRI/CT is intended to be disconnected from all harness cables and left in place on the patient during Magnetic Resonance (MR) imaging and Computerized Tomography (CT) scanning. The Ambu® Neuroline™ Cup MRI/CT is indicated when there is a need for neurophysiological examination of the brain. The Ambu® Neuroline™ Cup MRI/CT can be used for adults and pediatrics (from 2 years and older).
Device Story
Ambu® Neuroline™ Cup MRI/CT is a non-sterile, single-use EEG electrode array; captures EEG or EP signals from the brain; transmits signals to a compatible Ambu harness for monitoring/recording. Device is MR Conditional; must be disconnected from harness cables before MRI or CT scanning. Used in clinical settings for neurophysiological examinations. Provides high-quality signal transmission via Ag/AgCl-coated sensor cups. Benefits include patient safety during imaging procedures by allowing electrodes to remain in place, reducing the need for re-application.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Performance verified via electrical/mechanical testing (ANSI/AAMI EC12, EC53), electrical safety (IEC 60601-1), and MR Conditional testing (ASTM F2052-21, ASTM F2213-17, ASTM F2119-07). Biocompatibility confirmed per ISO 10993-1 (cytotoxicity, irritation, sensitization). Stability and transportation testing performed per ASTM standards.
Technological Characteristics
Electrode: 20% carbon-filled PC ABS coated with Ag/AgCl; 10 mm diameter. Wire: Carbon conductor with TPE insulation. Connectivity: Touch-proof multipin connector. MR Conditional: 1.5T/3.0T fields, max spatial gradient 3,000 gauss/cm. Sterilization: Non-sterile. Single-use. Compliance: ANSI/AAMI EC12, IEC 60601-1, ASTM F2052, ASTM F2213, ASTM F2119, ASTM F640, ASTM D4169, ASTM F1980, ISO 10993.
Indications for Use
Indicated for neurophysiological examination of the brain in adults and pediatric patients aged 2 years and older.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A cutaneous electrode is an electrode that is applied directly to a patient's skin either to record physiological signals (e.g., the electroencephalogram) or to apply electrical stimulation.
Predicate Devices
Grass® MR Conditional/CT Cup Electrodes, Single and Array (K242346)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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July 14, 2026
Ambu A/S
% Sanjay Parikh
Senior Director, QA/RA
Ambu, Inc.
6721 Columbia Gateway Dr., Suite 200
Columbia, Maryland 21046
Re: K260578
Trade/Device Name: Ambu® NeurolineTM Cup MRI/CT
(Models 72704/21US, 72704/23US, 72704/25US, 72704/27US);
Ambu® NeurolineTM Cup MRI/CT-set
(Models 72704/21-1010US, 72704/23-1010US, 72704/25-1010US, 72704/27-1010US);
Ambu® NeurolineTM Cup MRI/CT-mini set
(Models 72704/21-0301US, 72704/23-0301US, 72704/25-0301US, 72704/27-0301US)
Regulation Number: 21 CFR 882.1320
Regulation Name: Cutaneous Electrode
Regulatory Class: Class II
Product Code: GXY
Dated: February 20, 2026
Received: February 20, 2026
Dear Sanjay Parikh:
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.
U.S. Food & Drug Administration
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Silver Spring, MD 20993
www.fda.gov
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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-devices/medical-device-safety/medical-device-reporting-mdr-how-report-medical-device-problems.
For comprehensive regulatory information about medical devices and radiation-emitting products, including information about labeling regulations, please see Device Advice (https://www.fda.gov/medical-
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Tushar Bansal, PhD
Acting Assistant Director, Acute Injury Devices Team
DHT5B: Division of Neuromodulation and
Physical Medicine Devices
OHT5: Office of Neurological and
Physical Medicine Devices
Office of Product Evaluation and Quality
Center for Devices and Radiological Health
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Food and Drug Administration
# Indications for Use
Form Approved: OMB No. 0910-0120
Expiration Date: 07/31/2026
See PRA Statement below.
510(k) Number (if known)
K260578
Device Name
Ambu® Neuroline™ Cup MRI/CT (Models 72704/21US, 72704/23US, 72704/25US, 72704/27US);
Ambu® Neuroline™ Cup MRI/CT-set (Models 72704/21-1010US, 72704/23-1010US, 72704/25-1010US, 72704/27-1010US);
Ambu® Neuroline™ Cup MRI/CT-mini set (Models 72704/21-0301US, 72704/23-0301US, 72704/25-0301US, 72704/27-0301US)
Indications for Use (Describe)
The Ambu® Neuroline™ Cup MRI/CT is intended to obtain and transmit electroencephalography (EEG) or evoked potential (EP) signals to the compatible Ambu harness, from where the signals can be transmitted to a monitoring and recording device.
The Ambu® Neuroline™ Cup MRI/CT is intended to be disconnected from all harness cables and left in place on the patient during Magnetic Resonance (MR) imaging and Computerized Tomography (CT) scanning.
The Ambu® Neuroline™ Cup MRI/CT is indicated when there is a need for neurophysiological examination of the brain.
The Ambu® Neuroline™ Cup MRI/CT can be used for adults and pediatrics (from 2 years and older).
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
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Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
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Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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## 510(k) Summary – K260578
| Date Prepared | 14-July-2026 |
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| Company Name and Address | Ambu A/S Baltorpbakken 13 DK-2750 Ballerup Denmark Tel: +45 7225 2000 |
| Prepared and Submitted by: | Lenka Vaculčiaková Regulatory Affairs Professional Tel: +45 7225 2837 Email: leva@ambu.com |
| Official Contact: | Sanjay Parikh Senior Director, QA/RA Address: Ambu Inc. 6721 Columbia Gateway Drive, Suite 200 Columbia, Maryland 21046 Tel: +1 443 831 9844 Email: sap@ambu.com |
| Applicant Device Trade Name: | Ambu® Neuroline™ Cup MRI/CT (Models 72704/21US, 72704/23US, 72704/25US, 72704/27US) Ambu® Neuroline™ Cup MRI/CT-set (Models 72704/21-1010US, 72704/23-1010US, 72704/25- 1010US, 72704/27-1010US) Ambu® Neuroline™ Cup MRI/CT-mini set (Models 72704/21-0301US, 72704/23-0301US, 72704/25- 0301US, 72704/27-0301US) |
| Classification Name : | 21 CFR § 882.1320, Cutaneous electrode |
| FDA Product Code: | GXY |
| Regulatory Class: | II |
| Type of Submission: | Traditional |
| Predicate Device Trade Name: | Grass® MR Conditional/CT Cup Electrodes, Single and Array |
| 510(k) Number: | K242346 |
| Manufacturer Name: | Natus Manufacturing Limited |
| Reference Device | No reference devices were used in this submission. |
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## 1. Device Description
Ambu® Neuroline™ Cup MRI/CT is a non-sterile, single-use and Magnetic Resonance (MR) Conditional set of electroencephalography (EEG) electrode arrays, intended to obtain and transmit EEG or evoked potential signals from the brain. The Ambu® Neuroline™ Cup MRI/CT can be left in place on the patient during MR imaging (MRI) and Computerized Tomography (CT) scanning. The Ambu® Neuroline™ Cup MRI/CT supports various EEG montages of 21, 23, 25 and 27 sensor cups.
## 2. Intended Use / Indications for Use
The Ambu® Neuroline™ Cup MRI/CT is intended to obtain and transmit electroencephalography (EEG) or evoked potential (EP) signals to the compatible Ambu harness, from where the signals can be transmitted to a monitoring and recording device.
The Ambu® Neuroline™ Cup MRI/CT is intended to be disconnected from all harness cables and left in place on the patient during Magnetic Resonance (MR) imaging and Computerized Tomography (CT) scanning.
The Ambu® Neuroline™ Cup MRI/CT is indicated when there is a need for neurophysiological examination of the brain.
The Ambu® Neuroline™ Cup MRI/CT can be used for adults and pediatrics (from 2 years and older).
## 3. Comparison of Indications for use and Technological Characteristics with the Predicate Device
| | **Applicant** Ambu® Neuroline™ Cup MRI/CT | **Predicate Device** Grass® MR Conditional/CT Cup Electrodes, Array | **Substantial equivalence assessment** |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | **REGULATORY INFORMATION** | | |
| Manufacturer | Ambu A/S | Natus Manufacturing Limited | N/A |
| Device trade name and model no. | Ambu® Neuroline™ Cup MRI/CT | Grass® MR Conditional/CT Cup Electrodes, Array | N/A |
| 510(k) number | K251583 - application | K242346 | N/A |
| Product code | GXY | | Same |
| Regulation description | Cutaneous electrode | | Same |
| Regulation number | 882.1320 | | Same |
| Device Classification | Class II | | Same |
| | **USE OF PRODUCT** | | |
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| | Applicant Ambu® Neuroline™ Cup MRI/CT | Predicate Device Grass® MR Conditional/CT Cup Electrodes, Array | Substantial equivalence assessment |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Intended use/Indications for use | The Ambu® Neuroline™ Cup MRI/CT is intended to obtain and transmit electroencephalography (EEG) or evoked potential (EP) signals to the compatible Ambu harness, from where the signals can be transmitted to a monitoring and recording device. The Ambu® Neuroline™ Cup MRI/CT is intended to be disconnected from all harness cables and left in place on the patient during Magnetic Resonance (MR) imaging and Computerized Tomography (CT) scanning. The Ambu® Neuroline™ Cup MRI/CT is indicated when there is a need for neurophysiological examination of the brain. The Ambu® Neuroline™ Cup MRI/CT can be used for adults and pediatrics (from 2 years and older). | The Grass MR Conditional/CT cup Electrodes and Arrays are intended for use in the recording of the Electroencephalogram (EEG), the evoked potential (EP), or as a ground and reference in an EEG or EP recording. This device is non-sterile for Single Patient Use Only and may remain on the patient in an MRI or CT environment under specific conditions. Intended Patient Population: 2 Years and Older. | Equivalent to predicate (Ref. Note 1) |
| Device configuration | Array | | Same |
| Rx Only | Yes | | Same |
| MR designation | MR conditional | | Same |
| MR conditions | A person with Ambu® Neuroline™ Cup MRI/CT attached (arranged in a configuration of maximum of 3 Sensor Arrays with max. 9 Sensor Lead Wires each, i.e., a total of 27 Sensor Lead) may be safely scanned under the following conditions: - Static magnetic field of 1.5 or 3.0 Tesla - Maximum spatial field gradient of 3,000 gauss/cm [30 T/m] | Non-clinical testing has demonstrated that the MR Conditional /CT Cup and Electrodes Array is MR Conditional in configurations of 1 to 30 electrodes, using 5 to 9 arrays. These electrodes can safely remain on a patient during a MR scan meeting the following conditions: - Static magnetic field of 1.5 or 3.0 Tesla - Maximum spatial field gradient of 3,000 gauss/cm [30 T/m] | Equivalent to predicate device (Ref. note 2) |
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| | Applicant Ambu® Neuroline™ Cup MRI/CT | Predicate Device Grass® MR Conditional/CT Cup Electrodes, Array | Substantial equivalence assessment |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | - MR system reported whole-body averaged specific absorption rate [SAR] ≤ 2 W/kg and whole-head averaged SAR ≤ 3.2 W/kg - Quadrature driven / Circularly Polarized (CP) RF coils: Use only scanner's transmit body coil and a receive-only head coil. Other types (e.g. surface array coils) are acceptable if they are receive-only. - Normal operating mode SAR limits for 60 minutes of continuous RF for body and head/neck landmarks | - Maximum MR system reported whole-body averaged specific absorption rate [SAR] of 2 W/kg and whole-head averaged SAR of 3.2 W/kg. - Quadrature driven transmit body and head coil. - Normal operating mode SAR limits for 60 minutes of continuous RF | |
| CT imaging in presence of the device | Yes | | Same |
| **TECHNOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS and SPECIFICATIONS** | | | |
| Electrode Material | 20% carbon filled polycarbonate (PC) acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) coated with Ag/AgCl | ABS 20% glass filled, Ag/AgCl coated | Equivalent to predicate device (Ref. note 3) |
| Electrode Diameter | 10 mm | | Same |
| Wire | Carbon conductor, Thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) insulation | Carbon conductive cable, polyvinyl chloride (PVC) coated | Equivalent to predicate device (Ref. note 4) |
| Electrode Cable Length | 320 mm | 270 mm | Equivalent to predicate device (Ref. note 5) |
| Connector | Touch proof multipin connector(s) | | Same |
| Delivered sterile | No | | Same |
| Single use | Single Use | Single Patient Use Only | Equivalent to predicate device (Ref. note 6) |
| **GENERAL PERFORMANCE** | | | |
| Resistance | < 100 Ω | < 36.5 Ω | Equivalent to predicate device (Ref. note 7) |
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| | Applicant Ambu® Neuroline™ Cup MRI/CT | Predicate Device Grass® MR Conditional/CT Cup Electrodes, Array | Substantial equivalence assessment |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Impedance | ≤ 2 kΩ @10Hz for a sensor pair | 2 kOhms Maximum (Average Value of 10 Hz impedance for 12 electrode pairs), 3 kOhms Maximum (Individual pair impedance) | Equivalent to predicate device (Ref. note 8) |
Note 1. The applicant and predicate devices are MR conditional and intended for EEG and EP recording and monitoring. Both devices are equally intended to be disconnected and detached from the harness cables during MRI or CT scanning. The applicant and predicate devices are considered equivalent in their intended use.
Note 2. Both, the applicant device and the predicate device support standard EEG montage configurations. MR conditional designation of both devices is supported for identical MR systems. Both predicate and subject devices are to be used with quadrature driven transmit body coil, which is widely used in clinical settings for MRI scanning.
In addition to the transmit body coil, the predicate device supports the use in combination with quadrature driven transmit head coil. Therefore, the applicant device specifies the exact type of head coil to be receive-only in the MRI safety information section of the Instructions for Use. The applicant device specifies MRI scanner landmark positions for a set of landmarks typically associated with neurophysiological examinations of the brain as per simulations.
Based on the RF heating simulation results, the use of other types of receive-only surface array coils is supported, which differs from the predicate. RF heating simulation results show worst case RF induced heating occurring around landmark 10 cm (upper neck region) and then reduces significantly towards landmark position 30 (sternum), as the patients head (and hence the subject device) is subjected to a rapidly decreasing E-field when the patients head protrudes out of the scanner bore. Thus, it is concluded that the applicant device can be used with any types of surface array receive-only coils, since their effect on local E-field relevant to RF induced heating of the subject device is minimal. In addition, the receive-only coils don't produce RF energy by themselves, meaning that the subject device can be used with any type of receive-only coil, at any landmark position.
The MRI scan duration limits follow FDA guidance: Testing and Labelling Medical Devices for Safety in the Magnetic Resonance (MR) Environment and were determined by simulations. The scan durations of both the predicate and subject devices are in a range where obtaining MRI scans in a clinical setting is feasible. Because the final calculated tissue temperature rise (3.8°C) is below the 4°C safety threshold for thermally non-sensitive tissue, a continuous 60-minute scan duration with the above MR scan parameter limits is acceptable.
Given the above information, the differences are considered negligible and do not raise different questions of safety and effectiveness.
Note 3. The applicant device as well as the predicate device use the silver/silver chloride (Ag/AgCl) layer on the cup serving as the conductive interface making direct contact with the patient. This conducting silver/silver chloride layer ensures accurate signal transmission during use and is commonly found in surface electrodes used for biosignal monitoring. The cup material underneath the conducting layer is different compared to the predicate device. The 20% carbon filled PC ABS is chosen to enhance the signal transmission, while the material is tested to withstand necessary mechanical properties needed to
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fulfill the intended use. Sensor underwent biological evaluation testing. The use of 20% carbon filled PC ABS instead of ABS 20% glass filled as the cup material underneath the conducting layer, raises no additional questions of safety or effectiveness.
Note 4. The applicant device as well as the predicate device use carbon as the lead wire conductor material. The insulation is different with TPE being used compared to PVC used in the predicate device. The TPE lead wire insulation is tested to perform similar insulating properties as PVC insulation, and the TPE insulation material withstands the necessary mechanical and electrical properties needed to fulfil the intended use. Sensor lead wire insulation underwent biological evaluation testing. The use of TPE as an insulation does not raise additional question of safety or effectiveness.
Note 5. The electrode cable length of the applicant device is longer than the predicate device. The performance of the subject device (e.g. Impedance) is not adversely impacted by the increased electrode cable length, which is supported by verification test ensuring compliance with ANSI AAMI EC12, Section 4.2.2.1.
The longer lead wire length does not adversely impact the safety of the device under intended use. Mechanical and electrical testing have verified the safety of the device under intended use conditions. The effect of longer lead wire length on the product's MR Conditional labelling has been considered. The product follows FDA guidance: Testing and Labelling Medical Devices for Safety in the Magnetic Resonance (MR) Environment and the product safety (where the device is disconnected and unpowered while still mounted on a patient undergoing MRI scanning) is supported by testing in compliance with ASTM F2052, ASTM F2213 and ASTM F2119-07. Additional support is provided by simulations of the product using a validated model.
Note 6. Restriction to single use designation of the applicant device in comparison to the single-patient use designation of the predicate device is considered a risk-reducing change. At the same time, the applicant device as well as the predicate carry 'Do not re-use' symbol in labelling. The applicant device contains a warning stating 'Do not reuse, clean, or disinfect the sensor array as it is a single-use device. Failure to comply can cause patient injury leading to infections or cause device malfunction.' Considering the content of the warning and cautions, both devices are equivalent in their uses.
Note 7. The applicant device as well as the predicate devices meet the performance criteria per FDA Guidance for Cutaneous Electrodes for Recording Purposes – Performance Criteria for Safety and Performance Based Pathway, supported by testing.
Note 8. Both devices are compliant with ANSI AAMI EC12, Section 4.2.2.1. The predicate device requires 1) that the average impedance of 12 electrodes pairs must be no greater than 2 kΩ and 2) that the impedance of each pair must be no greater than 3 kΩ. In comparison, the Ambu® Neuroline™ Cup MRI/CT has tightened this requirement, so that the impedance of each pair must be no greater than 2 kΩ. This ensures that the average of 12 electrode pairs will also be no greater than 2 kΩ.
### 4. Non-Clinical Tests Summary
The following tests were performed to verify/validate the design and evaluate the performance of the Ambu® Neuroline™ Cup MRI/CT. Where relevant, the testing was conducted on Ambu® Neuroline™ Cup MRI/CT in conjunction with Ambu® Neuroline™ EEG Harness.
Verification tests include:
- Strength of Sensor
- Electrical and Mechanical test (inspired by ANSI/AAMI EC53)
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- Electrical testing (ANSI/AAMI EC12)
- Electrical safety (IEC 60601-1)
- MR Conditional Testing (ASTM F2052-21, ASTM F2213-17 and ASTM F2119-07 (2013))
- Sensor Radiopacity (ASTM F640-23)
- Product Packaging and Labelling
Transportation study according to ASTM D4169-22.
Stability study to document shelf life after accelerated aging according to ASTM F1980.
Biocompatibility according to ISO 10993-1 including tests for:
- Physical and/or chemical information (ISO 10993-18)
- Cytotoxicity (ISO 10993-5)
- Irritation (ISO 10993-23)
- Sensitization (ISO 10993-10)
In all instances, the Ambu® Neuroline™ Cup MRI/CT performed as expected and met the test specifications set.
### 5. Conclusions
All included bench tests, which have been designed to evaluate substantial equivalence as well as the product's conformity to established quality and performance measures, have been successfully conducted, documented, and have passed the predefined acceptance criteria. As a result, it is concluded that the Ambu® Neuroline™ Cup MRI/CT meets its predefined specifications and performs as intended in conjunction with Ambu® Neuroline™ EEG Harness.
Based on the intended use, technological characteristics and the non-clinical performance tests, the subject device is as safe, as effective, and performs at least as safely and effectively as the predicate device.
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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.