BELLYSTEP, HEADSTEP, BREASTSTEP, PROSTEP, WINGSTEP AND ICAST
Applicant
It-V Medizintechnik, GmbH
Product Code
IYE · Radiology
Decision Date
Jul 21, 2008
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 892.5050
Device Class
Class 2
Indications for Use
The function of the BellySTEP™ is for positioning of the lower abdomen of a patient during radiotherapy and diagnostics. The function of the HeadSTEP™ is for fixation and (re)positioning of the head and neck area of the patient during radiotherapy and diagnostics. The function of the BreastSTEP™ is for positioning of the lung- and thorax area of the patient during radiotherapy and diagnostics. The function of the ProSTEP™ is for positioning of hip and lower extremities of a patient for radiotherapy. The function of the WingSTEP™ is for positioning of the lung- and thorax area of the patient during radiotherapy and diagnostics. The function of the iCAST™ thermoplastic materials are for use in retaining and reproducing a patient's position during radiation therapy.
Device Story
IT-V positioning devices (BellySTEP, HeadSTEP, BreastSTEP, ProSTEP, WingSTEP, iCAST) are patient immobilization systems used in radiotherapy and diagnostic environments. Devices consist of baseplates, cushions, and thermoplastic materials designed to secure specific body regions (abdomen, head/neck, thorax, hip/extremities) to ensure accurate, reproducible patient positioning during treatment. Operated by clinical staff in radiotherapy departments; devices are placed on treatment or CT-scanner couches. Some models feature inclination mechanisms or interchangeable inserts to optimize patient comfort and alignment. iCAST is a low-temperature thermoplastic sheet material molded to the patient to create custom immobilization masks. These devices facilitate precise radiation delivery by minimizing patient movement, potentially improving treatment accuracy and patient outcomes.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data provided; bench testing only. Substantial equivalence is based on design, material, and functional comparison to legally marketed predicate devices.
Technological Characteristics
Devices utilize radio-translucent materials including carbon fiber sandwich construction, polyethylene foam, acrylic, and thermoplastic sheets. Systems are mechanical, non-powered, and designed for compatibility with CT-scanners and linear accelerators. Fixation is achieved via indexing bars or strips on standard treatment couches. iCAST is a low-temperature thermoplastic material.
Indications for Use
Indicated for patient positioning and immobilization during radiotherapy and diagnostic procedures. BellySTEP: lower abdomen. HeadSTEP: head and neck. BreastSTEP/WingSTEP: lung and thorax. ProSTEP: hip and lower extremities. iCAST: thermoplastic material for patient immobilization. Target populations include patients with tumors in the respective anatomical regions.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
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Submission Summary (Full Text)
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### 510(k) SUMMARY IT-V positioning devices
#### 1. BellySTEP™
| | IT - V Medizintechnik GmbH | |
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| Submitted by | Kranebitterbodenweg 40a | |
| | 6020 Innsbruck | |
| | Austria | |
| Contact person | Markus Völp (C.E.O.) | |
| | Phone: +43/664 4009009 | |
| Preparation Date | Feb. 11, 2008 | |
| Trade Name | BellySTEP™ | |
| Common name | Pelvis and lower extremities immobilization system. | |
| Classification name | Accelerator, Linear, Medical | |
| | Class 2 devices, 892.5050 IYE | |
| Predicate device | Bellyboard system by SINMED BV | |
| Description of the devices | The BellySTEP™ is made for the positioning of the lower<br>abdomen of a patient. The BellySTEP™ Baseplate enables<br>the use of Inter-changeable inserts. It is made of<br>Polyethylene Foam and covered with artificial leather. | |
| Intended use | Positioning of the lower abdomen of a patient during<br>radiotherapy and diagnostics. | |
| Summary of the technological<br>characteristics of your device<br>compared to the predicate device | The BellySTEP™ is substantially equivalent to the SINMED<br>Bellyboard System in design, construction, and function. The<br>BellySTEP™ is flat and has a similar, generally rectangular-<br>shaped contour, with areas specifically designed for the<br>abdomen, and thighs. The Prone pillow support cushion has<br>a contoured opening so that the patient may rest his/her<br>head comfortably in the prone position during treatment<br>process. The inter-changeable inserts are also designed with<br>an open, contoured cut out region. The patient is positioned<br>over the abdominal cushion such that the belly drops into the<br>cut out region during the radiation therapy session. The<br>BellySTEP™ is constructed in a manner similar to the<br>bellyboard System from SINMED. | |
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| Substantial Equivalence Device | The BellySTEP TM is defined as substantially equivalent (SE)<br>in terms of intended use to the SINMED Bellyboard,<br>manufactured by SINMED BV (Registration number<br>8030455) and cleared by FDA with K060131. |
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| | BellySTEPT™ | SINMED bellyboard system |
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| Intended use | Positioning of the lower abdomen of<br>a patient during radiotherapy and<br>diagnostics. | Positioning of the lower abdomen of<br>a patient during radiotherapy and<br>diagnostics. |
| Target population | Patients with tumors in the lower-<br>abdomen area. | Patients with tumors in the lower-<br>abdomen area. |
| Position of the<br>patient | Prone position on this device. | Prone position on this device. |
| Material | Made of Polyethylene Foam and<br>covered with artificial leather. The<br>PE foam material is commonly used<br>in radiotherapy. | Carbon fiber sandwich construction. |
| Dimensions | Thick hollow construction with an<br>aperture to place the belly. Flat top-<br>part for positioning the arms and<br>head. | Thick hollow construction with an<br>aperture to place the belly. Flat top-<br>part for positioning the arms and<br>head. |
| Design / Shape | Ergonomic design for a comfortable<br>position and support of the patient. | Ergonomic design for a comfortable<br>position of the patient. Extra ruler for<br>laser - alignment along the sides of<br>the bellyboard. |
| Possible adjustments | No adjustments possible, only by<br>using additional cushions like the<br>prone pillow support cushion. | No adjustments possible, only by<br>using additional cushions like the<br>prone-cushion. |
| Couch fixation | Can be placed at indexed position<br>on the couch. | Can be placed at indexed position<br>on the couch, using fixation strips. |
| Accessories | Various Inter-changeable inserts and<br>prone pillow to optimize the<br>positioning and comfort of the<br>patient. | Prone cushion for bellyboard to<br>improve the position on the<br>bellyboard. |
| Compatibility with the<br>environment and<br>other devices | This device can be used both in<br>combination with an CT-scanner and<br>an accelerator. | This device can be used both in<br>combination with an CT-scanner<br>and an accelerator. |
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#### 2. HeadSTEP™
| | IT - V Medizintechnik GmbH | |
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| Submitted by | Kranebitterbodenweg 40a | |
| | 6020 Innsbruck | |
| | Austria | |
| Contact person | Markus Völp (C.E.O.) | |
| | Phone: +43/664 4009009 | |
| Preparation Date | Feb. 11, 2008 | |
| Trade Name | HeadSTEP™ | |
| Common name | Head and neck immobilization systems | |
| Classification name | Accelerator, Linear, Medical | |
| | Class 2 devices, 892.5050 IYE | |
| Predicate device | Positilt head inclination system by SINMED BV | |
| Description of the devices | The HeadSTEP™ iFRAME based immobilization system<br>guarantees high precision and facile repositioning in routine<br>cranial as well as head and neck immobilization. | |
| Intended use | Fixation and (re)positioning of the head and neck during<br>radiotherapy and diagnostics | |
| Summary of the technological<br>characteristics of your device<br>compared to the predicate device | The HeadSTEP™ is designed to position the head and neck of<br>a patient for diagnostics and radiotherapy and reposition it<br>several times. | |
| | This is exactly the purpose of the Positilt head inclination<br>system. The same kind of construction and materials are used<br>to reach this. Products from both companies are used for the<br>same kind of radiotherapy treatments. These products from<br>both companies are really competitive systems. | |
| Substantial Equivalence | The HeadSTEP™ is defined as substantially equivalent (SE) in<br>terms of intended use to the SINMED Positilt head inclination<br>system, manufactured by SINMED BV (Registration number<br>8030455) and cleared by FDA with K060131. | |
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| | HeadSTEP™ | SINMED Positilt |
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| Intended use | Fixation and (re) positioning of the<br>head and neck during radiotherapy<br>and diagnostics. | Fixation and (re) positioning of the<br>head and neck during radiotherapy<br>and diagnostics. |
| Target population | Radiotherapy patients with tumors in<br>head and neck area. | Radiotherapy patients with tumors in<br>head and neck area. |
| Position of the<br>patient | Lying on a couch in prone or supine<br>position. Shoulders and head are<br>positioned by in a certain position<br>using accessories for an optimized<br>treatment. | Lying on a couch in prone or supine<br>position. Shoulders and head are<br>positioned by in a certain position<br>using accessories for an optimized<br>treatment. |
| Material | Radio-translucent carbon fiber<br>construction. The skin contact<br>material carbon fiber is exactly the<br>same as those used in the predicate<br>device. | Carbon fiber and acrylic, polyethylene<br>foam. |
| Dimensions | Square shaped baseplate which<br>follows the patients contours of the<br>head. | Square shaped baseplate which<br>follows the patients contours of the<br>head. |
| Design / Shape | Flat baseplate on which the<br>thermoplastic mask can be placed.<br>Using a 23-step elevation<br>mechanism, the baseplate can be<br>inclined to change the position of the<br>head. | Flat baseplate on which the<br>thermoplastic mask and various head<br>supports can be placed. Using the<br>Positilt or other accessories, the<br>baseplate can be inclined to change<br>the position of the head. |
| Possible adjustments | Head can be lifted or inclined by<br>using the 23-step elevation<br>mechanism, without any wedges. | Head can be lifted or inclined by using<br>the blocks and wedges or the Positilt<br>system. |
| Couch fixation | The aluminum fixation rails connects<br>the baseplate to the couch. The<br>adjustable aluminum rails can be<br>mounted on the baseplate. They<br>allow the baseplate to be locked<br>down in the desired position on the<br>simulator or treatment couch. | The aluminum fixation rails connects<br>the baseplate to the couch. The<br>adjustable aluminum rails can be<br>mounted on all of our baseplates. They<br>allow the baseplate to be locked down<br>in the desired position on the simulator<br>or treatment couch. |
| Accessories | Foam head supports, which can<br>position the head for an optimized<br>treatment.<br>Thermoplastic mask-material which<br>can be placed on the baseplate with<br>plastic profiles. | Foam head supports, which can<br>position the head for an optimized<br>treatment.<br>Thermoplastic mask-material which<br>can be placed on the baseplate with<br>plastic profiles. |
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| Compatibility with the environment and other devices | Can be used on all brands of couches in diagnostic and radiotherapy environment. |
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| | Can be used on all brands of couches in diagnostic and radiotherapy environment. |
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#### 3. BreastSTEP™
| | IT - V Medizintechnik GmbH |
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| Submitted by | Kranebitterbodenweg 40a<br>6020 Innsbruck<br>Austria |
| Contact person | Markus Völp (C.E.O.)<br>Phone: +43/664 4009009 |
| Preparation Date | Feb. 11, 2008 |
| Trade Name | BreastSTEP™ |
| Common name | Breast and thorax immobilization systems |
| Classification name | Accelerator, Linear, Medical<br>Class 2 devices, 892.5050 IYE |
| Predicate Device | Posiboard by SINMED BV |
| Description of the devices | The BreastSTEP™ enable positioning, repositioning and high<br>comfort in the routine breast and thorax fixation. |
| Intended use | Positioning of the lung- and thorax area of the patient during<br>radiotherapy and diagnostics. |
| Summary of the technological<br>characteristics of your device<br>compared to the predicate device | The SINMED Posiboard is intended to position patients<br>undergoing irradiation treatment in the breast- and lung area.<br>This is exactly the same purpose of the BreastSTEP™. The<br>patient support of the SINMED Posiboard can be inclined for<br>better treatment. This same inclination of the upper body is<br>also possible with the BreastSTEP™. To keep the arms out of<br>the treatment area, the arms are placed above the head.<br>Various arm supports can be fixed on the SINMED Posiboard.<br>This arm support fixation is also possible on the<br>BreastSTEP™. The features of the SINMED Posiboard can all<br>be found on the BreastSTEP™. |
| Substantial Equivalence Device | The BreastSTEP™ is defined as substantially equivalent (SE)<br>in terms of intended use to the SINMED Posiboard,<br>manufactured by SINMED BV (Registration number 8030455)<br>and cleared by FDA with K060131. |
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| | BreastSTEP™ | SINMED Posiboard |
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| Intended use | Positioning of the lung- and thorax<br>area of the patient during<br>radiotherapy and diagnostics. | Positioning of the lung- and thorax<br>area of the patient during radiotherapy<br>and diagnostics. |
| Target population | Patients with tumors in breast and<br>thorax. | Patients with tumors in breast and<br>thorax. |
| Position of the<br>patient | Supine position, can be inclined, with<br>arms above the head. | Supine position, can be inclined, with<br>arms above the head. |
| Material | Carbon fiber sandwich construction,<br>PE Foam, and acrylic. Only non-<br>metal materials are used, like foam,<br>acrylic and carbon fiber sandwich in<br>the treatment area.<br>The skin contact material carbon<br>fiber is exactly the same as those<br>used in the predicate device. | Carbon fiber sandwich construction,<br>PE Foam, and acrylic. Only non-metal<br>materials are used, like foam, acrylic<br>and carbon fiber sandwich in the<br>treatment area. |
| Dimensions | Optimized dimensions (width) to be<br>CT-scanner compatible. | Optimized dimensions (width) to be<br>CT-scanner compatible. |
| Design / Shape | Baseplate, with an aperture for<br>placing headsupports. Above the<br>head the arms can be placed by<br>using various armsupports. | Baseplate, with an aperture for placing<br>headsupports. Above the head the<br>arms can be placed by using various<br>armsupports. |
| Possible adjustments | 0-20 degrees inclination possible. | 0-25 degrees inclination possible. |
| Couch fixation | The BreastSTEP™ is fixed onto the<br>couch using indexing bars. | The Posiboard is fixed onto the couch<br>with fixationstrips. |
| Accessories | Various headsupports for a<br>comfortable patient positioning.<br>Various armsupports for patient<br>positioning. | Various headsupports for a<br>comfortable patient positioning.<br>Various armsupports for patient<br>positioning. |
| Compatibility with the<br>environment and<br>other devices | Due to the chosen construction and<br>materials, these products can be<br>used during both diagnostics and<br>radiotherapy. | Due to the chosen construction and<br>materials, these products can be used<br>during both diagnostics and<br>radiotherapy. |
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#### 4. ProSTEP™
| | IT - V Medizintechnik GmbH | |
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| Submitted by | Kranebitterbodenweg 40a | |
| | 6020 Innsbruck | |
| | Austria | |
| Contact person | Markus Völp (C.E.O.)<br>Phone: +43/664 4009009 | |
| Preparation Date | Feb. 11, 2008 | |
| Trade Name | ProSTEP™ | |
| Common name | Pelvis and lower extremities immobilization systems | |
| Classification name | Accelerator, Linear, Medical<br>Class 2 devices, 892.5050 IYE | |
| Predicate device | Combifix by SINMED BV | |
| Description of the devices | The ProSTEP™ was designed to improve the accuracy of the<br>positioning of the hip and the lower extremities. | |
| Intended use | Positioning of hip and lower extremities of a patient for<br>radiotherapy | |
| Summary of the technological<br>characteristics of your device<br>compared to the predicate device | The SINMED Combifix is intended for positioning and<br>immobilization of pelvis and lower extremities.<br>The ProSTEP™ is a system with which the pelvis and lower<br>extremities are positioned in the same way as with the<br>SINMED Combifix. Both devices are exactly the same in terms<br>of intended use and technical characteristics. | |
| Substantial Equivalence Device | The ProSTEP™ is defined as substantially equivalent (SE) in<br>terms of intended use to the SINMED Combifix, manufactured<br>by SINMED BV (Registration number 8030455) and cleared by<br>FDA with K060131. | |
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| | ProSTEP™ | SINMED Combifix |
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| Intended use | Positioning of hip and lower<br>extremities of a patient for<br>radiotherapy. | Positioning of hip and lower<br>extremities of a patient for<br>radiotherapy. |
| Target population | Patients undergoing irradiation<br>treatment in pelvis or lower<br>extremities. | Patients undergoing irradiation<br>treatment in pelvis or lower<br>extremities. |
| Position of the<br>patient | Supine position. | Supine position. |
| Material | Carbon fiber sandwich construction<br>or plastic (PE-Foam) devices. | Carbon fiber sandwich construction or<br>plastic (acrylic and PE-Foam) devices. |
| Design | Baseplate on which the hip and<br>lower extremities of the patient can<br>be positioned by using a KneeSTEP<br>and FeetSTEP system. | Baseplate on which the hip and lower<br>extremities of the patient can be<br>positioned by using a Kneefix or<br>Feetfix. |
| Possible adjustments | These devices can be adjusted to<br>optimize the fit for the patient.<br>Individual adjustment can be<br>reached by changing distances. | These devices can be adjusted to<br>optimize the fit for the patient.<br>Individual adjustment can be reached<br>by changing distances. |
| Couch fixation | Baseplate can be positioned on the<br>couch on indexed positions. | Baseplate can be positioned on the<br>couch on indexed positions. |
| Accessories | N. a. | Repovac vacuum cushions.<br>Multi Purpose Support Cushion |
| Compatibility with the<br>environment and<br>other devices | The ProSTEP™ can be used both in<br>the diagnostic and treatment<br>environment, due to the materials<br>and construction chosen. | The Combifix system can be used both<br>in the diagnostic and treatment<br>environment, due to the materials and<br>construction chosen. |
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#### 5. WingSTEP™
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| | IT - V Medizintechnik GmbH |
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| Submitted by | Kranebitterbodenweg 40a |
| | 6020 Innsbruck |
| | Austria |
| Contact person | Markus Völp (C.E.O.) |
| | Phone: +43/664 4009009 |
| Preparation Date | Feb. 11, 2008 |
| Trade Name | WingSTEPTM |
| Common name | Breast and thorax immobilization systems |
| Classification name | Accelerator, Linear, Medical |
| | Class 2 devices, 892.5050 IYE |
| Predicate Device | PET-armsupport by SINMED BV |
| Description of the devices | The WingSTEPTM enable positioning, repositioning and high<br>comfort in the routine breast and thorax fixation. |
| Intended use | Positioning of the lung- and thorax area of the patient during<br>radiotherapy and diagnostics. |
| | The SINMED PET-armsupport is intended to position patients<br>undergoing irradiation treatment in the breast- and lung area.<br>This is exactly the same purpose of the WingSTEPTM. |
| Summary of the technological<br>characteristics of your device<br>compared to the predicate device | To keep the arms out of the treatment area the SINMED PET-<br>armsupport place the arms above the head. This positioning of<br>the arms above the head to achieve more space around the<br>breast- and lung area is also the exact intended use of the<br>WingSTEPTM. |
| Substantial Equivalence Device | The WingSTEPTM is defined as substantially equivalent (SE) in<br>terms of intended use to the SINMED PET-armsupport,<br>manufactured by SINMED BV (Registration number 8030455)<br>and cleared by FDA with K060131. |
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| | WingSTEP™ | SINMED PET-armsupport |
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| Intended use | Positioning of the lung- and thorax<br>area of the patient during<br>radiotherapy and diagnostics. | Positioning of the lung- and thorax<br>area of the patient during radiotherapy<br>and diagnostics. |
| Target population | Patients with tumors in breast and<br>thorax. | Patients with tumors in breast and<br>thorax. |
| Position of the<br>patient | Supine position with arms above the<br>head. | Supine position with arms above the<br>head. |
| Material | Acrylic construction, PE foam. Only<br>non-metal materials are used, like<br>foam and acrylic in the treatment<br>area. | Acrylic construction, PE foam. Only<br>non-metal materials are used, like<br>foam and acrylic in the treatment area. |
| Dimensions | Optimized dimensions (width) to be<br>CT-scanner compatible. | Optimized dimensions (width) to be<br>CT-scanner compatible. |
| Design / Shape | Baseplate, with an aperture for<br>placing headsupports. Above the<br>head the arms can be placed by<br>using armsupports. | Baseplate, with an aperture for placing<br>headsupports. Above the head the<br>arms can be placed by using<br>armsupports. |
| Possible adjustments | No adjustments possible. | No adjustments possible. |
| Couch fixation | The WingSTEP™ is fixed onto the<br>couch using indexing bars. | The PET-armsupport is fixed onto the<br>couch with fixationstrips. |
| Accessories | Various headsupports for a<br>comfortable patient positioning.<br>Armsupports for patient positioning. | Various headsupports for a<br>comfortable patient positioning.<br>Armsupports for patient positioning. |
| Compatibility with the<br>environment and<br>other devices | Due to the chosen construction and<br>materials, these products can be<br>used during both diagnostics and<br>radiotherapy. | Due to the chosen construction and<br>materials, these products can be used<br>during both diagnostics and<br>radiotherapy. |
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#### 6. iCAST™
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Learn the FDA Browser
Two short videos show you everything — or skip straight to the written tutorial if you'd rather read. You can reopen this any time from the Tutorial button in the top bar.
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.