The HomeSleepTest is a non-invasive prescription device for home use with patients suspected to have sleep disorders including sleep-related breathing disorders. The HomeSleepTest is a diagnostic aid for the detection of sleep-related breathing disorders, sleep staging (REM, N1, N2, N3, Wake), and snoring level. Using three frontal electrodes and one mastoid electrode, the HomeSleepTest records electrical data. In addition, the device records triaxial accelerometer data, ambient light and acoustic data. With help of the ComfortOxyRing, the device records plethysmographic data, as well as SpO2, heart rate and activity data. The HomeSleepTest calculates and reports to clinicians EEG/EOG/EMG, sleep stages, SpO2, plethysmography, pulse rate and snoring level. Based on this, the HomeSleepTest indices derived parameters, such as autonomic arousal (based on plethysmogram of ring), oxygen desaturation index and hypnogram-derived indices, such as time in each sleep stage, as well as other sleep-related parameters, to aid in determining sleep quality and quantity. HomeSleepTest data is not intended to be used as the sole or primary basis for diagnosing any sleep disorders, or sleep-related breathing disorders, prescribing treatment, or determining whether additional diagnostic assessment is warranted. The HomeSleepTest is not intended for use in life-support and monitoring systems. The HomeSleepTest and its accessories are not intended for patients requiring and intensive care. The HomeSleepTest is a prescription device indicated for adult patients aged 21 years and over.
Device Story
Non-invasive, prescription-only home sleep testing device; records 3x frontopolar EEG, 2x EOG, EMG, snoring (via tablet microphone), triaxial accelerometer, ambient light, and head position; uses ComfortOxyRing for plethysmography, SpO2, heart rate, and activity. Patient initializes recording in clinic using device and tablet; tablet app provides video guidance for application and biocalibration. Data recorded via Bluetooth to tablet, then automatically uploaded to HST cloud. Physician accesses data via cloud-based DOMINO software for manual scoring and report generation. Provides sleep staging (REM, N1, N2, N3, Wake), snoring level, ODI, and autonomic arousal indices. Aids clinicians in determining sleep quality/quantity; not for sole diagnostic basis or life-support.
Clinical Evidence
Prospective, open validation study (n=30 adults) compared HST with ComfortOxyRing against gold standard PSG (SOMNOscreen plus). Primary endpoints: sleep stages, oxygen desaturation, pulse rate, snoring. Concordance for manually scored sleep stages was 83.0% (Cohen's kappa 0.77), meeting 82.0% pass criterion. Automated pre-evaluation concordance was 53.7% (kappa 0.40), meeting 50.0% pass criterion. Interrater agreement between two scorers was 71.3%. Key sleep parameters (TST, sleep efficiency, latency, arousal index) and oxygen desaturation parameters met acceptance criteria.
Indicated for adult patients aged 21 years and over suspected of having sleep disorders, including sleep-related breathing disorders. Not intended for patients requiring intensive care or life-support monitoring.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An electroencephalograph is a device used to measure and record the electrical activity of the patient's brain obtained by placing two or more electrodes on the head.
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Re: K240700
Trade/Device Name: HomeSleepTest (HST, HST REM+) Regulation Number: 21 CFR 882.1400 Regulation Name: Electroencephalograph Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: OLV, MNR Dated: March 14, 2024 Received: March 14, 2024
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K240700
#### Device Name HomeSleepTest (HST, HST REM+)
### Indications for Use (Describe)
The HomeSleepTest is a non-invasive prescription device for home use with patients suspected to have sleep disorders including sleep-related breathing disorders.
The HomeSleepTest is a diagnostic aid for the detection of sleep-related breathing disorders, sleep staging (REM, N1, N2, N3, Wake), and snoring level. Using three frontal electrodes and one mastoid electrode, the HomeSleepTest records electrical data. In addition, the device records triaxial accelerometer data, ambient light and acoustic data. With help of the ComfortOxyRing, the device records plethysmographic data, as well as SpO2, heart rate and activity data.
The HomeSleepTest calculates and reports to clinicians EEG/EOG/EMG, sleep stages, SpO2, plethysmography, pulse rate and snoring level. Based on this, the HomeSleepTest indices derived parameters, such as autonomic arousal (based on plethysmogram of ring), oxygen desaturation index and hypnogram-derived indices, such as time in each sleep stage, as well as other sleep-related parameters, to aid in determining sleep quality and quantity.
HomeSleepTest data is not intended to be used as the sole or primary basis for diagnosing any sleep disorders, or sleeprelated breathing disorders, prescribing treatment, or determining whether additional diagnostic assessment is warranted. The HomeSleepTest is not intended for use in life-support and monitoring systems. The HomeSleepTest and its accessories are not intended for patients requiring and intensive care. The HomeSleepTest is a prescription device indicated for adult patients aged 21 years and over.
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## 510(K) SUMMARY- K240700
The following information is provided as required by 21 CFR § 807.87 for HomeSleepTest 510(k) premarket notification. In response to the Safe Medical Devices Act of 1990, the following is a summary of the information upon which the substantial equivalence determination is based.
- Sponsor: SOMNOmedics GmbH Am Sonnenstuhl 63 Randersacker, Germany D-97236
- Contact: Cherita James ProPharma Group Ph: 347-954-0624 cherita.james@propharmagroup.com
December 6, 2024 Date Prepared: HomeSleepTest (HST, HST REM+) Proprietary Name: Common Name: Standard Polysomnograph with Electroencephalograph Regulatory Class: II 882.1400 Electroencephalograph Regulation Number & Name: Review Panel: Neurology Product Codes: OLV, MNR Predicate Device: SOMNOscreen plus, K201054 Reference Device: Somfit, K231546
Indications for Use: The HomeSleepTest is a non-invasive prescription device for home use with patients suspected to have sleep disorders including sleep-related breathing disorders. The HomeSleepTest is a diagnostic aid for the detection of sleep-related breathing disorders, sleep staging (REM, N1, N2, N3, Wake), and snoring level. Using three frontal electrodes and one mastoid electrode, the HomeSleepTest records electrical data. In addition, the device records triaxial accelerometer data, ambient light and acoustic data. With help of the ComfortOxyRing, the device records plethysmographic data, as well as SpO2, heart rate and activity data.
The HomeSleepTest calculates and reports to clinicians EEG/EOG/EMG, sleep stages, SpO2, plethysmography, pulse rate and snoring level. Based on this, the HomeSleepTest indices derived parameters, such as autonomic arousal (based on plethysmogram of ring), oxygen
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desaturation index and hypnogram-derived indices, such as time in each sleep stage, as well as other sleep-related parameters, to aid in determining sleep quality and quantity. HomeSleepTest data is not intended to be used as the sole or primary basis for diagnosing any sleep disorders, or sleep-related breathing disorders, prescribing treatment, or determining whether additional diagnostic assessment is warranted. The HomeSleepTest is not intended for use in life-support and monitoring systems. The HomeSleepTest and its accessories are not intended for patients requiring monitoring and intensive care. The HomeSleepTest is a prescription device indicated for adult patients aged 21 years and over.
Device Description: The HomeSleepTest is used to record vital signs to determine a hypnogram (sleep profile) and sleep parameters that can be helpful in objectively determining sleep quality and quantity.
The HomeSleepTest is available in a standard HomeSleepTest (HST) version and a HomeSleepTest REM+ (HST REM+) version. The only difference between the two basic devices is the measuring point of the outer electrodes on the forehead. HomeSleepTest refers to both versions of the device.
Furthermore, the HomeSleepTest can be used to detect the patient's activity, head position and snoring. A recording with the HomeSleepTest is initialized in the clinic/practice. For this purpose, the patient is given the HomeSleepTest and a tablet to take home. The recording can thus be carried out independently in the home environment. Immediately after recording, the data is automatically transferred to the HST cloud. The physician has access to this data via the HST cloud where they can analyze the data via the HST cloud in DOMINO and generate a report.
A tablet app with video sequences supports the patient in correct application and guides them through the required biocalibration of the system. Once the test is started, all data from the HomeSleepTest is recorded via Bluetooth. The HomeSleepTest records nine signals (3 x frontopolar EEG, 2 x EOG, EMG, snoring, activity and head position). Snoring and snoring rhythm are recorded via the tablet's microphone. Head position, movement and light support information about time in bed (TIB) and other sleep-related parameters.
After completion of the measurement the next morning by the patient, the data is automatically uploaded to the HST cloud where it can be analyzed with help of DOMINO software. After the data has been successfully transferred to the cloud, an exchange with the physician is possible via the feed-back function. It is also possible to release a new
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measurement for this patient, so that recordings can be made over several nights to capture variability.
An overview of all measurements is available to the physician in the HST Cloud. A chat area is used for communication between doctor and patient. In the cloud-based evaluation software, both the pre-evaluation and the raw data of the measurement should be analyzed or edited in an AASM compliant manner. A simple report is available immediately after uploading the measurement.
However, the recorded data must still be verified by a physician: for the detailed report (standard report), the measurement is opened in the DOMINO software and scored manually. After evaluation, the standard report is also available in the overview and provides additional information on the various sleep parameters.
Performance Testing Summary: Performance testing was conducted to confirm compliance to device specifications. All functions were verified to operate as designed. Signals recorded by the HomeSleepTest underwent performance testing demonstrating that all signal types being recorded comply with the performance criteria set forth by SOMNOmedics. Testing according to ISO 10993 Parts 5 and 10 of the HST Electrode adhesive demonstrated biocompatibility for the intended use; additional direct contact components including the snap fastener cable, ComfortOxyRing and NuPrep skin paste have been tested and are marketed by OEM manufacturers.
Basic documentation for software design and validation was provided. Cybersecurity assessment including assessment of impact severity and likelihood were provided. The following FDA guidance were conformed to:
- Content of Premarket Submissions for Device Software Functions: June 2023
- . Cybersecurity in Medical Devices: Quality System Considerations and Content of Premarket Submissions: September 2023
Electrical Safety and EMC testing according to IEC 60601-1: Medical electrical equipment - Part 1: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance, IEC 60601-1-2: Medical electrical equipment - Part 1-2: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance -Collateral Standard: Electromagnetic disturbances - Requirements and tests, and IEC 60601-1-11:2015 Medical electrical equipment - Part 1-11: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance - Collateral Standard: Requirements for medical electrical equipment and medical electrical systems used in the home healthcare environment confirm the HomeSleepTest
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performs as intended in the proposed operating environments.
### Standards
SOMNOmedics GmbH has demonstrated compliance with the following standards for the
HomeSleepTest:
| Standard | Edition | 3.2 | 2020-08 | CONSOLIDATED | VERSION |
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| Medical electrical equipment - Part 1: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance | | | | | |
| IEC 60601-1-2:2014 | Medical electrical equipment - Part 1-2: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance - Collateral Standard: Electromagnetic disturbances - Requirements and tests | | | | |
| IEC 60601-1-11:2015 | Medical electrical equipment - Part 1-11: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance - Collateral Standard: Requirements for medical electrical equipment and medical electrical systems used in the home healthcare environment | | | | |
| ISO 10993-5 | Third edition | | 2009-06-01 | | |
| Biological evaluation of medical devices - Part 5: Tests for in vitro cytotoxicity | | | | | |
| ISO 10993-10 | Fourth edition | | 2021-11 | | |
| Biological evaluation of medical devices - Part 10: Tests for skin sensitization | | | | | |
| EN 60529:1991+A1:2000+A2:2013 | Degree of Degrees of Protection Provided by Enclosures | | | | |
| IEC 62304:2006 + A1:2015 | Medical device software - Software life cycle processes [Including Amendment 1 (2016)] | | | | |
Clinical Performance: Design validation of the sleep-staging capabilities of the HomeSleepTest (HST) was performed by comparing performance to SOMNOscreen plus (PSG configuration) in 20 subjects. This confirmed the device is suitable for the intended use.
Additionally, a study of 30 adult patients was conducted with a primary objective for the validation of parameters measured with the HomeSleepTest in combination with ComfortOxyRing against the gold standard PSG (SOMNOscreen plus, K201054). This includes parameters regarding sleep stages, oxygen desaturation, pulse rate, snoring, and general parameters. The study was designed as a prospective and open validation study. The measurements of the PSG device and the HST with ComfortOxyRing were evaluated manually according to the current AASM guidelines in random order by a trained and certified scorer. A total of 24563 epochs (excluding epochs with artefacts) from 30 patients were compared. The concordance of the sleep-stages for manually scored epochs is 83.0%, Cohen's kappa is 0.77. The pass criterion of a concordance of 82.0% is achieved.
Sleep Parameters were evaluated in a comparative analysis of sleep stages and therefore key sleep parameters performance was compared between PSG and HST.
Lights off/on was set equal for both devices based on the video of the PSG recording.
Total Sleep Time (TST) measured with PSG and HST showed only minor differences in TST
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between the devices. The sustained sleep efficiency of 81.85% for PSG and 80.40% for HST showed a difference of 1.45%.
Sleep latency, REM latency, Sleep Period Time and Wake After Sleep Onset also showed only minor time differences between the subject and predicate device.
Comparison of sleep stages in relation to the parameter of Time in Bed (TIB) were evaluated.
Comparison of different sleep stages as % TIB showed that wake, REM, N1, N2, N3 all meet the acceptance criteria of + 10%. Manually scored arousal index for both the subject and predicate devices also met the acceptance criteria.
The following oxygen desaturation parameters also met acceptance criteria:
- Number of Desaturations total, 90%, and <80%
- ODI
- Minimal and average SpO2
- Baseline O2 Saturation ●
- . SpO2 time<90%
- Largest, average and longest desaturation .
- Average minimum desaturation ●
- . Deepest desaturation, sum of all desaturations
- Artifact
Comparison of the average pulse rate obtained for PSG and HST demonstrated minimal differences.
Snoring parameters including snore number, index, absolute snore and snore for total sleep time met acceptance criteria. General parameters for subject position (upright or not upright) provided comparable results.
In the second step the pre-evaluation (automated analysis) of the HST sleep stages is compared to the manually scored measurements of the reference PSG device, A total of 24042 epochs (excluding epochs with artefacts) from 30 patients were compared. The concordance was 53.7%, Cohen's kappa was 0.40. For the pre-evaluation of the HST, the pass criterion of a concordance of 50.0% was achieved.
The DOMINO Scorer Manager was used to evaluate the interrater variability. The HST sleep stages were scored by two scorers. The agreement over all 30 HST measurements between scorer 1 and scorer 2 was 71.3%. Therefore, the pass criterion of an agreement above 70.0% was achieved.
The results indicate strong consistency between manually-scored PSG and manually-scored HST recordings across key sleep parameters.
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# Substantial Equivalence Comparison
| Features / Technical<br>Information | HomeSleepTest (REM+)<br>Subject device | SOMNOscreen®<br>plus Predicate<br>device | Somfit® by<br>Compumedics Limited<br>Reference device | Discussion of difference/Substantial<br>Equivalence |
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| Product Code | OLV, MNR | OLV, MNR | MNR, OMC | |
| K-Number | K240700 | K201054 | K231546 | |
| Indications for Use / Intended<br>Use | The HomeSleepTest is a non-<br>invasive prescription device for<br>home use with patients suspected to<br>have sleep disorders including<br>sleep-related breathing disorders.<br>The HomeSleepTest is a diagnostic<br>aid for the detection of sleep-related<br>breathing disorders, sleep staging<br>(REM, N1, N2, N3, Wake), and<br>snoring level. Using three frontal<br>electrodes and one mastoid<br>electrode, the HomeSleepTest<br>records electrical data. In addition,<br>the device records triaxial<br>accelerometer data, ambient light<br>and acoustic data. With help of the<br>ComfortOxyRing, the device<br>records plethysmographic data, as<br>well as SpO2, heart rate and<br>activity data.<br>The HomeSleepTest calculates and<br>reports to clinicians<br>EEG/EOG/EMG, sleep stages,<br>SpO2, plethysmography, pulse rate<br>and snoring level. Based on this,<br>the HomeSleepTest indices derived<br>parameters, such as autonomic<br>arousal (based on plethysmogram<br>of ring), oxygen desaturation index<br>and hypnogram-derived indices, | The SOMNOscreen® plus is<br>a non-life-supporting<br>portable physiological signal<br>recording device intended to<br>be used for testing adults and<br>children (age 2 to 12<br>years)/adolescents (age 12<br>and above) suspected of<br>having sleep-related<br>breathing disorders.<br>The SOMNOscreen® plus is<br>indicated for use in the<br>recording, displaying,<br>monitoring, printing, and<br>storage of biophysical<br>parameters for the purpose of<br>assisting in the diagnosis of<br>Neurological and Sleep<br>Disorders.<br>The device is NOT designed<br>to be used in a Life Support<br>situation. The device is not<br>designed for use on patients<br>with cardiac pacemakers. | The Somfit® system is a non-<br>invasive prescription device<br>for home use with patients<br>suspected to have sleep-<br>related breathing disorders.<br>The Somfit is a diagnostic<br>aid for the detection of sleep<br>related breathing disorders,<br>sleep staging (REM, N1, N2,<br>N3, Wake), and snoring<br>level.<br>The Somfit system acquires<br>electrical data from three<br>frontal electrodes, tri-axial<br>accelerometer data,<br>acoustical and<br>plethysmographic data. The<br>Somfit calculates and reports<br>to clinicians EEG/EOG<br>channels, Sleep Stages,<br>SpO2, Peripheral Arterial<br>Tonometry (PAT) signal,<br>pulse rate, and snoring level.<br>The Somfit calculates and<br>reports to clinicians derived<br>parameters such as PAT-<br>derived Apnea Hypopnea<br>Index, Obstructive<br>Desaturation Index; and<br>hypnogram- derived indices | SOMNOscreen® plus is used as the<br>predicate device. Both the<br>HomeSleepTest and SOMNOscreen®<br>plus help the physician to diagnose<br>sleep related breathing disorders. The<br>same signals are used and the same<br>DOMINO software for analyzing the<br>measurement is part of the system.<br>The patient population of the HST is<br>included in the patient population of<br>the SOMNOscreen® plus.<br>Somfit is used as a reference device<br>for the same indication for use. Both<br>HST and Somfit are intended for adult<br>populations. |
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| well as other sleep-related<br>parameters, to aid in determining<br>sleep quality and quantity.<br>HomeSleepTest data is not intended<br>to be used as the sole or primary<br>basis for diagnosing any sleep<br>disorders, or sleep-related breathing<br>disorders, prescribing treatment, or<br>determining whether additional<br>diagnostic assessment is warranted.<br>The HomeSleepTest is not intended<br>for use in life-support and<br>monitoring systems. The<br>HomeSleepTest and its accessories<br>are not intended for patients<br>requiring monitoring and intensive<br>care. The HomeSleepTest is a<br>prescription device indicated for<br>adult patients aged 21 years and<br>over. | stage. Somfit data is not<br>intended to be used as the<br>sole or primary basis for<br>diagnosing any sleep- related<br>breathing disorder,<br>prescribing treatment, or<br>determining whether<br>additional diagnostic<br>assessment is warranted. The<br>Somfit is not intended for<br>use as life support<br>equipment, for example vital<br>signs monitoring in intensive<br>care unit. The Somfit is a<br>prescription device indicated<br>for adult patients aged 21<br>years and over. | | | |
| Type of Use | Prescription Use Only | Prescription Use Only | Prescription Use Only | Equivalent |
| Patient population | Adults – 21 years and above | Adults and children (age 2<br>to 12 years)/adolescents<br>(age 12 and above) | Adults – 21 years and<br>above | Equivalent to Somfit predicate device |
| Usage Environment | Home and further possible<br>applications are to be found in | N/A | Home | HomeSleepTest (REM+) and<br>Somfit® are intended for home use.<br>In addition |
| Features / Technical | HomeSleepTest (REM+) | SOMNOscreen® plus | Somfit® by | Discussion of difference/Substantial |
| Information | Subject device | Predicate device | Compumedics Limited<br>Reference device | Equivalence |
| | clinics and physicians' practices<br>with relevant diagnostic potential. | | | the HomeSleepTest (REM+) can be<br>used in physicians' practices.<br>Difference does not affect safety or<br>effectiveness. |
| Mass | 28 g (with battery) | 220 g (with battery)…
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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.
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.