The Flat Panel Digital X-ray Detector 14HQ701G-B is a prescription device, and it is not intended to be used for mammography. - The detector is indicated for digital imaging solution designed for general radiographic system for human anatomy - The detector is indicated to replace film or screen based radiographic systems in all general purpose diagnostic procedures.
Device Story
14HQ701G-B is a flat panel digital X-ray detector using amorphous silicon and a high-performance scintillator to acquire and process digital X-ray images. It functions as an image acquisition component within a larger system, requiring integration with an external X-ray generator and an operating PC. The device captures X-ray signals and transmits them via wired or wireless connection to the PC for radiological diagnosis. It supports manual and automatic (AED) exposure modes and a semi-dynamic mode (5 images/sec). Used in clinical settings by healthcare professionals, the output is displayed on a workstation for diagnostic review. The device does not control the X-ray generator. It benefits patients by providing high-definition digital imaging (3.6 lp/mm resolution) to replace traditional film/screen systems, facilitating faster image processing and transfer.
Clinical Evidence
Clinical data was provided as supplemental evidence to demonstrate the device works as intended, though not required to establish substantial equivalence. No specific clinical study metrics (e.g., sensitivity, specificity) were reported in the summary.
Indicated for digital imaging in general radiographic systems for human anatomy; intended to replace film or screen-based systems in general-purpose diagnostic procedures. Not for mammography or dental applications.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A stationary x-ray system is a permanently installed diagnostic system intended to generate and control x-rays for examination of various anatomical regions. This generic type of device may include signal analysis and display equipment, patient and equipment supports, component parts, and accessories.
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls). A radiographic contrast tray or radiology diagnostic kit intended for use with a stationary x-ray system only is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 892.9.
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LG Electronics, Inc. % Woo Chai Kyoung Senior consultant GMS Consulting 4th Floor, Digital Cube, 34, Sangamsan-ro Seoul, Mapo-gu 03909 REPUBLIC OF KOREA
Re: K221394
Trade/Device Name: 14HQ701G-B Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.1680 Regulation Name: Stationary x-ray system Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: MQB Dated: May 10, 2022 Received: May 17, 2022
Dear Woo Chai Kyoung:
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.
If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 898. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register.
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
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Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR Part 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.
For comprehensive regulatory information about mediation-emitting products, including information about labeling regulations, please see Device Advice (https://www.fda.gov/medicaldevices/device-advice-comprehensive-regulatory-assistance) and CDRH Learn (https://www.fda.gov/training-and-continuing-education/cdrh-learn). Additionally, you may contact the Division of Industry and Consumer Education (DICE) to ask a question about a specific regulatory topic. See the DICE website (https://www.fda.gov/medical-device-advice-comprehensive-regulatoryassistance/contact-us-division-industry-and-consumer-education-dice) for more information or contact DICE by email (DICE@fda.hhs.gov) or phone (1-800-638-2041 or 301-796-7100).
Sincerely,
Laurel Burk, Ph.D. Assistant Director Diagnostic X-Ray Systems Team DHT8B: Division of Radiological Imaging Devices and Electronic Products OHT8: Office of Radiological Health 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) K221394
Device Name 14HQ701G-B
Indications for Use (Describe)
The Flat Panel Digital X-ray Detector 14HQ701G-B is indicated for digital imaging solution designed for general radiographic system for human anatomy. It is intended to replace film or screen based radiographic systems in all general purpose diagnostic procedures. Not to be used for mammography.
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# 510(k) Summary
[As Required by 21 CFR 807.92]
# 1. Date Prepared [21 CFR 807.92(a)(a)]
May 10, 2022
#### 2. Submitter's Information [21 CFR 807.92(a)(1)]
| ● | Name of Sponsor:<br>Address: | LG Electronics Inc.<br>77, Sanho-daero, Gumi-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do, 39381,<br>Republic of Korea |
|---|---------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| ● | Name of Manufacturer:<br>Address: | LG Electronics Inc.<br>77, Sanho-daero, Gumi-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do, 39381,<br>Republic of Korea |
| ● | Contact Name:<br>Telephone No.:<br>Email Address: | Jinhwan Jun / Chief Research Engineer<br>+82-31-8066-5641<br>jinhwan.jun@lge.com |
## 3. Trade Name, Common Name, Classification [21 CFR 807.92(a)(2)]
| Trade/Device/Model Name | 14HQ701G-B |
|-----------------------------|-----------------------------------|
| Common Name | Flat Panel Digital X-ray Detector |
| Device Classification Name | Stationary X-ray System |
| Regulation Number | 21 CFR 892.1680 |
| Classification Product Code | MQB |
| Device Class | II |
| 510(k) Review Panel | Radiology |
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# 4. Identification of Predicate Device(s) [21 CFR 807.92(a)(3)]
The identified predicate devices within this submission are shown as follow;
#### Predicate Device
| ● | 510(k) Number: | K182348 |
|---|--------------------------------|-----------------------------------|
| ● | Applicant: | LG Electronics Inc. |
| ● | Trade/Device Name: | 14HK701G-W |
| ● | Common Name: | Flat Panel Digital X-ray Detector |
| ● | Classification Name: | Stationary X-ray System |
| ● | Regulation Number: | 21 CFR 892.1680 |
| ● | Classification Product<br>Code | MQB |
| ● | Device Class: | II |
| ● | 510(k) Review Panel: | Radiology |
The predicate devices have not been subject to a design-related recall
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#### 5. Description of the Device [21 CFR 807.92(a)(4)]
This model is an x-ray imaging device, a system that can acquire and process X-ray images as digital images. It utilizes amorphous silicon and a high-performance scintillator to ensure sharp high-definition image quality with the resolution of 3.6 lp/mm and the pixel pitches of 140 um. This device is a flat panel based X-ray image acquisition device. This device must be used in conjunction with an operating PC and an X-ray generator. This device can be used for digitizing and transferring X-ray images for radiological diagnosis. The data transmission between the Detector and PC can be enabled with a wired (cable) or wireless connection.
14HQ701G-B is indicated for digital imaging solution designed for providing general radiographic diagnosis of human anatomy. It is intended to replace radiographic film/screen systems in all general purpose diagnostic procedures. This device is not intended for mammography or dental applications. We understand the Agency has become aware of situations where solid state detectors inserted into radiographic systems adversely impacted device performance due to improper integration (reference:
http://www.fda.gov/downloads/MedicalDevices/ResourcesforYou/Industry/UCM385149.pdf).
Below is a summary of the information from the 14HQ701G-B user manuals covering key electromechanical and computer requirements needed for X-ray system interface and integration.
- 1. Mechanical interface requirements.
- 2. Computer requirements
- 3. Data communication interface requirements
- 4. Electrical power requirements
5. X-ray trigger interface requirements Neither the 14HQ701G-B nor its software act as an X-ray generator controller, and therefore, the device is not subject to Electronic Product Radiation Control (EPRC) performance standards and reporting requirements.
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## 6. Indications for use [21 CFR 807.92(a)(5)]
The Flat Panel Digital X-ray Detector 14HQ701G-B is indicated for digital imaging solution designed for general radiographic system for human anatomy. It is intended to replace film or screen based radiographic systems in all general purpose diagnostic procedures. Not to be used for mammography.
# 7. Intended Use [21 CFR 807.92(a)(5)]
The Flat Panel Digital X-ray Detector 14HQ701G-B is a prescription device, and it is not intended to be used for mammography.
- The detector is indicated for digital imaging solution designed for general radiographic system for human anatomy
- The detector is indicated to replace film or screen based radiographic systems in all general purpose diagnostic procedures.
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## 8. Technological Characteristics (Equivalence to Predicate Device) [21 CFR 807.92(a)(6)]
There are no significant differences in the technological characteristics of these devices compared to the predicate devices which adversely affect safety or effectiveness. Provided below is a table summarizing and comparing the technological characteristics of the 14HQ701G-B and the predicate devices:
| | Proposed Device | Predicate Device | Note |
|----------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------|
| K Number | TBD | K182348 | - |
| Manufacturer | LG Electronics Inc. | LG Electronics Inc. | Same |
| Trade Name | 14HQ701G-B | 14HK701G-W | - |
| Common Name | Flat Panel Digital X-ray Detector | Flat Panel Digital X-ray Detector | Same |
| Product Code | MQB | MQB | Same |
| Regulation<br>Number | 21 CFR 892.1680 | 21 CFR 892.1680 | Same |
| 510(k) Review<br>Panel | Radiology | Radiology | Same |
| Indications for<br>Use | The Flat Panel Digital X-ray Detector<br>14HQ701G-B is indicated for digital<br>imaging solution designed for general<br>radiographic system for human<br>anatomy. It is intended to replace<br>film or screen based radiographic<br>systems in all general purpose<br>diagnostic procedures. Not to be<br>used for mammography. | Flat Panel Digital X-ray Detectors are<br>indicated for digital imaging solution<br>designed for general radiographic<br>system for human anatomy. It is<br>intended to replace film or screen<br>based radiographic systems in<br>general purpose diagnostic<br>procedures all and not to be used for<br>mammography. | Same |
| Intended use | The Flat Panel Digital X-ray Detector<br>14HQ701G-B is a prescription device,<br>and it is not intended to be used for<br>mammography.<br>- The detector is indicated for<br>digital imaging solution<br>designed for general<br>radiographic system for<br>human anatomy<br>- The detector is indicated to<br>replace film or screen based<br>radiographic systems in all<br>general purpose diagnostic<br>procedures. | The Flat Panel Digital X-ray Detector<br>14HK701G-W is a prescription device,<br>and it is not intended to be used for<br>mammography.<br>- The detector is indicated for<br>digital imaging solution<br>designed for general<br>radiographic system for<br>human anatomy<br>- The detector is indicated to<br>replace film or screen based<br>radiographic systems in all<br>general purpose diagnostic<br>procedures. | Same |
| Detector | | | |
| Scintillator | CsI | CsI | Same |
| Imaging Area | 14 x 17 inches | 13.7 x 16.8 inches | Different |
| Pixel Matrix | 2,500 x 3,052 pixels | 2,500 x 3,052 pixels | Same |
| Pixel Pitch | 140 um | 140 um | Same |
| High Contrast<br>Limiting<br>Resolution<br>(LP/mm) | 3.6 lp/mm | 3.6 lp/mm | Same |
| Communication | Wired/Wireless | Wired/Wireless | Same |
| DQE | Typ.66% @0.1lp/mm | Typ.72% @0.1lp/mm | Different |
| MTF | Typ.84% @0.5lp/mm | Typ.89% @0.5lp/mm | Different |
| | Proposed Device | Predicate Device | Note |
| Resolution | 3.6lp | 3.6lp | Same |
| Anatomical Sites | General | General | Same |
| Exposure Mode | Manual, Auto (AED) | Manual, Auto (AED) | Same |
| Semi Dynamic<br>mode | O | O | Same |
| Wireless | Standard:<br>802.11 a/b/g/n/ac compliance<br>Frequency: 2.4 GHz/5GHz<br>Bandwidth: 20MHz/40MHz/80MHz<br>MIMO: 2x2 | Standard:<br>802.11 a/b/g/n/ac compliance<br>Frequency: 2.4 GHz/5GHz<br>Bandwidth: 20MHz/40MHz/80MHz<br>MIMO: 2x2 | Same |
| Rating | 24V --- 2.1A | 24V --- 2.1A | Same |
| Gap Analysis | There is minor difference in the 'Imaging Area', 'DQE', and 'MTF'. The minor differences between the subject and predicate device do not affect a decision of substantial equivalence. So Proposed device (14HQ701G-B) and Predicate Device (14HK701G-W) are substantially same. | | |
[Table 1. Comparison of Proposed Device to Predicate Device]
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** Semi Dynamic mode is a function that can transmit five images per second to the PC.
There are no significant differences between the 14HQ701G-B and the predicate device that would adversely affect the use of the product. It is substantially equivalent to these devices in design, function, materials, operational principles and intended use. The proposed device, 14HQ701G-B has been tested about electrical safety, EMC and performance, and the software has been validated. In addition, the clinical data has been provided to support the substantial equivalence to the predicate devices.
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#### 9. Non-Clinical Test summary
The 14HQ701G-B comply with voluntary standards for electrical safety, electromagnetic compatibility. The following data were provided in support of the substantial equivalence determination:
1) Electrical Safety, Electromagnetic Compatibility and Performance:
The 14HQ701G-B comply with the electrical safety and electromagnetic compatibility requirements established by the standards.
| Standards<br>No. | Standards<br>Organization | Standard Title | Version | Publication<br>Year |
|------------------|---------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------|---------------------|
| ES60601-1 | AAMI | Medical Electrical Equipment - Part 1: General<br>Requirements For Basic Safety And Essential<br>Performance (IEC 60601-1:2005, MOD) | ES60601-1:<br>2005(R)201<br>2 and<br>A1:2012 | 2014 |
| 60601-1-2 | IEC | Medical Electrical Equipment - Part 1-2: General<br>Requirements for Safety – Collateral Standard:<br>Electromagnetic Compatibility - Requirements<br>and Tests | 60601-1-2<br>Edition 4.0<br>2014-02 | 2016 |
| - | FDA | Radio Frequency Wireless Technology in Medical<br>Devices | August 14 | 2013 |
| - | FDA | Guidance for the Submission of 510(k)s for Solid<br>State X-ray Imaging Devices | September 1 | 2016 |
#### 2) Software Validation
The 14HQ701G-B contains MODERATE level of concern software as firmware. The software was designed and developed according to a software development process and was verified and validated. Software information is provided in accordance with FDA guidance:
- . The content of premarket submissions for software contained in medical devices, on May 11, 2005
#### 3) Biocompatibility
- . ISO 10993-1 and series, Biological evaluation of medical devices
#### 4) Performance Test
Imaging performance test has been conducted according to:
- IEC 62220-1, Medical Electrical Equipment – Characteristics of Digital X-ray Imaging Devices – Part 1-1: Determination of the Detective Quantum Efficiency – Detectors Used in Radiographic Imaging.
#### 5) Cybersecurity
- Content of Premarket Submissions for Management of Cybersecurity in Medical Devices, on October 18, 2018
- Postmarket Management of Cybersecurity in Medical Devices, on December 28, 2016
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#### 6) Label
- CFR Part 801
- Pediatric Information for X-ray Imaging Device Premarket Notifications, on November 28, 2017 ●
#### 10. Clinical Test Summary
Clinical data has been provided according to FDA quidance document "Guidance for the Submission of 510(k)s for Solid State X-ray Imaging Devices". The data was not necessary to establish substantial equivalence based on the modifications to the device but provided further evidence in addition to the laboratory performance data to show that the device works as intended.
#### 11. Substantial Equivalence [21 CFR 807.92(b)(1) and 807.92]
There are no significant differences between 14HQ701G-B and the predicate device, K182348 that would adversely affect the use of the product. It is substantially equivalent to these devices in indications for use and technology characteristics.
#### 12. Conclusion [21 CFR 807.92(b)(3)]
In according with the Federal Food & Drug and cosmetic Act, 21 CFR Part 807, and based on the information provided in this premarket notification LG Electronics, concludes that the 14HQ701G-B is substantially equivalent in safety and effectiveness to the predicate device as described herein.
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Part 1 — Search, results, and everyday workflows 16 min
Part 2 — Embeddings: the galaxy map 3 min
1. Search: exact and fuzzy
Type a phrase like "coronary artery calcification" into the search box. You get two kinds of results. Exact results match the literal phrase — prefix searches work ("coronary artery calcificati") but suffix searches do not. Fuzzy results match on the meaning and intent of your phrase rather than the exact words, and are sorted by relevance score. Hover over the Exact or Fuzzy badge on any row to see exactly why it matched.
Use the checkboxes above the results to narrow: SaMD keeps only software-only devices, AI / ML keeps only devices with AI.
Exact vs. fuzzy search: what's the difference?
Exact matches on the literal phrase (prefix search works, suffix does not). Fuzzy matches on the meaning and intent of the phrase rather than the exact words. Hover over the badge on any row to see why it matched.
You search "coronary artery calcification" and want only software devices with AI. What two filters do you apply?
Narrow by SaMD (software-only devices), then narrow by AI/ML (devices with AI).
2. The results table
Scroll right in the results table. The intended use is extracted for you — no need to open the PDF. The device story gives a high-level snapshot of what the device does and how it's used. The AI Performance sub-table shows each output name, acceptance criteria, observed values, and development/test dataset descriptions — the same format Innolitics uses for regulatory strategy outputs, and the fastest high-level fingerprint of an AI device. It is AI-generated but has been very reliable in practice.
Where do you find a device's intended use without opening the PDF?
Scroll right in the search results table. The intended use column is extracted for you; no need to dig into the 510(k) summary PDF.
What does the AI Performance sub-table show, and why is it useful?
Output name, acceptance criteria, observed values, development dataset description, and test dataset description. It's the same format we use for regulatory strategy output and Fast 510(k) input, and the fastest high-level fingerprint of an AI device. AI-generated but reliable in practice.
3. Judging fuzzy relevance
Fuzzy results trail off in relevance as you scroll. Use three signals to decide how far down to go: the fuzzy badge explanations, the intended use column, and whether your target output (e.g., Cobb angle) still appears in the AI Performance sub-table. Once it stops appearing, you're past the relevant zone. A top hit with a low score (~0.4) and a stretched explanation is a hint the closest predicates are far away — the project may be headed for De Novo. Note the fuzzy search is a pattern match: it doesn't handle negation ("not") well, and hardware devices can appear — filter by SaMD/AI ML to cut them.
How do you judge how far down fuzzy search results to go?
Use the relevancy signals: the fuzzy badge explanations, the intended use column, and whether the target output (e.g., Cobb angle) still appears in the AI Performance sub-table. Once it stops appearing, results are trailing off in relevancy.
4. Device detail page: chat and citations
Click a device name to open its detail page: device facts on the left, a chat window on the right. Ask something like "Describe the training data". The answer carries little citation bubbles — click one to jump to the highlighted passage in the source PDF, so you can verify every AI answer against the document. There's also a Download PDF button for sharing.
How do you verify an AI chat answer on the device detail page?
Click the citation bubbles to jump to the relevant highlight in the source document.
Reading rule for every project: how many summaries do you read in full?
At least the three most relevant 510(k) or De Novo summaries, in full. After that, use targeted chat questions to confirm your memory quickly. The tool supports this professional habit — it doesn't replace it.
5. Side-by-side comparison
Select multiple rows in the results table (aim for under ~10), then open the PDF Viewer tab. Ask one question — it goes to all selected devices in parallel, each with citations. This is the fastest way to compare and contrast devices: training data, PCCP scope, how they handled adding new scanners, and so on.
What does the side-by-side PDF viewer mode do?
Select multiple devices, open the PDF viewer tab, and ask one question (e.g., "Describe the training data"). It queries all selected devices simultaneously with citations, so you can compare and contrast quickly.
6. Collections
With rows selected, go to the Collections tab and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). Reload that selection any time — before a client call, pull up the collection and ask questions across all of its devices at once.
How do you save a set of selected devices for later use?
Select the rows, go to the Collections tab, and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). You can reload the selection anytime and carry it into the PDF viewer and other tabs that support selections.
7. Product codes and the regulations tree
Click a product code in the results to jump to it in the regulations tree — identification text, sibling product codes, and devices you can open in a PDF viewer on the right. Click a regulation number to see its identification, special controls, and related product codes. You can also search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree. Always read the special controls if any exist for your device — it broadens your search and sharpens pre-kickoff research.
What can you do from the regulations tree view?
Browse product codes and regulation numbers, read the identification text and special controls, browse sibling product codes, open device PDFs on the right, and search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree.
8. Chart view
Click Show Chart and segment by regulation number (or product code) to see which regulations dominate your result set. Clicking a regulation takes you into the regulations tree. Great for spotting that most matches are, say, hardware laparoscopic devices — a cue to go back and filter.
How do you see which regulations dominate a search result set?
Click "Show Chart" and segment by Regulation Number. Clicking a regulation takes you to the regulations tree.
9. The predicate graph
Open the Predicates tab for a family-tree view of predicate relationships. Click a node to trace its parents and children; selections from search carry over pre-selected. Commonly predicated devices are worth reading — a lot of people predicated them for a reason. The visual lineage is also handy on client calls, e.g. to show how a predicate family evolved and justify why your predicate still holds.
In the predicate graph, why are commonly predicated devices worth reading?
A lot of people predicated them for a reason. Clicking a node traces parents and children, and selections from search carry over pre-selected.
10. Embeddings: the galaxy map
The Embeddings tab plots every matching document in a 2-D "galaxy map" where semantically similar devices cluster together. Hover or click clusters to explore, and let AI label the clusters for you. Embeddings beat product codes for grouping: two devices can carry different product codes (LLZ vs. QIH) yet do the same thing — the embedding captures the meaning of the intended use and device story. This is also exactly how retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) works under the hood, and it makes a great visual on client calls.
Try it yourself
Head to the search page and work through a few of these AI/ML fuzzy searches to build intuition: perivascular fat on CT · aortic valve calcification opportunistic screening on noncontrast CT · breast cancer prediction on digital pathology slides · autism detection · gestational age prediction · a hearing aid that can also detect a pulse · foundation model based analysis of ECG · large language models · penetration test. Watch how the relevance scores, intended use, and AI Performance tables tell you when results stop being meaningful.