Sakura Steam Sterilizer ASSV-AB-09 / Skytron Integrity 215 Steam Sterilizer, Sakura Steam Sterilizer ASSV-AB09E / Skytron Integrity 215 SG Steam Sterilizer are designed and optimized for use in health care facilities. Sakura Steam Sterilizer ASSV-AB-09 / Skytron Integrity 215 Steam Sterilizer, Sakura Steam Sterilizer ASSV-AB09E / Skytron Integrity 215 SG Steam Sterilizer incorporate high-pressure steam to sterilize non-porous and porous, heat and moisture-stable items and materials used in the health care facilities. Sakura Steam Sterilizer ASSV-AB-09 / Skytron Integrity 215 Steam Sterilizer, Sakura Steam Sterilizer ASSV-AB09E / Skytron Integrity 215 SG Steam Sterilizer are available in the following configuration. Note: Sakura Steam Sterilizer ASSV-AB09E / SKYTRON Integrity 215 SG Steam Sterilizer equip the integrated steam generator. 21.5" x 21.5" x 38" chamber size. Single Door Prevacuum and Gravity.
Device Story
Steam sterilizer for healthcare facilities; utilizes high-pressure steam to sterilize heat/moisture-stable items. Inputs: user-selected sterilization cycles (Flash, Prevacuum, Gravity, Liquid, Leak Test, Warm Up, Bowie-Dick). Operation: microprocessor-controlled steam injection; monitors cycle conditions; aborts cycle/alerts user if parameters not met. Outputs: sterilized medical instruments/materials. Used in clinical settings; operated by healthcare staff. Benefits: ensures sterility of instruments, reducing cross-contamination risk. Includes integrated steam generator in 'SG' models.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Sterilization cycles validated per ANSI/AAMI ST8:2008. Verification and validation activities confirmed performance, functionality, and reliability. No clinical data presented.
Technological Characteristics
Steam sterilizer; 21.5" x 21.5" x 38" chamber. Materials: stainless steel/carbon steel frame, stainless steel piping. Microprocessor-controlled; integrated steam generator (SG models). Complies with IEC 60601-1-2, IEC 61010-1, IEC 61010-2-040, and ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code Section VIII Division 1.
Indications for Use
Indicated for sterilization of non-porous and porous, heat and moisture-stable items and materials in healthcare facilities. Includes unwrapped/wrapped instrument trays, lumen instruments (min 2mm ID, max 400mm length), and fabric packs. Liquid cycle for non-patient contacting devices only.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A steam sterilizer (autoclave) is a device that is intended for use by a health care provider to sterilize medical products by means of pressurized steam.
Predicate Devices
Steris Amsco Century Gravity and Prevacuum Sterillizers (K030789)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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## Attachment 2
MAY - 8 2012
### 510(K) SUMMARY
This summary of 510(k) safety and effectiveness information is being submitted in accordance with the requirements of SMDA 1990 and 21 CFR §807.92.
The assigned 510(k) number is: K120149
- Submitter's Identification: 1. Sakura Seiki Co., Ltd. 46-1, Shinden Chikuma, Nagano 387-0018 Japan Phone: 81-26-273-3583 Fax: 81-26-273-2584
Date Summary Prepared: April 16th 2012
#### 2. Name of the Device:
Proprietary name: SKYTRON Integrity 215 Steam Sterilizer SKYTRON Integrity 215 SG Steam Sterilizer Sakura Steam Sterilizer ASSV-AB09 Sakura Steam Sterilizer ASSV-AB09E
Common Name: Steam Sterilizer Regulation: 21CFR Part 880.6880, Class II Product Code: FLE
3. Common or Usual Name:
> Common name: Steam Sterilizer Classification name: Sterilizer, Steam
#### Predicate Device Information: 4.
Steris Amsco Century Gravity and Prevacuum Sterillizers K030789
#### 5. Description:
The SKYTRON Integrity 215 Steam Sterilizer. SKYTRON Integrity 215 SG Steam Sterilizer, Sakura Steam Stenlizer ASSV-AB09, Sakura Steam Sterilizer ASSV-AB09E Steam Sterilizers are Class II, Product Code FLE Medical Devices as defined by CFR\$880.6880 and defined for use in healthcare facilities.
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The SKYTRON Integrity 215 Steam Sterilizer, SKYTRON Integrity 215 SG Steam Sterilizer, Sakura Steam Sterilizer ASSV-AB09, Sakura Steam Sterilizer ASSV-AB09E Steam Sterilizers provide efficient steam sterilization of non-porous and porous, heat and moisture stable materials. The sterilizers also dry items that have been sterilized with wet steam.
#### Intended Use: 6.
Sakura Steam Sterilizer ASSV-AB-09 / Skytron Integrity 215 Steam Sterilizer, Sakura Steam Sterilizer ASSV-AB09E / Skytron Integrity 215 SG Steam Sterllizer are designed and optimized for use in health care facilities. Sakura Steam Sterilizer ASSV-AB-09 / Skytron Integrity 215 Steam Sterilizer, Sakura Steam Sterilizer ASSV-AB09E / Skytron Integrity 215 SG Steam Sterilizer incorporate high-pressure steam to sterilize non-porous and porous, heat and moisture-stable items and materials used in the health care facilities. Sakura Steam Sterilizer ASSV-AB-09 / Skytron Integrity 215 Steam Sterilizer, Sakura Steam Sterilizer ASSV-AB09E / Skytron Integrity 215 SG Steam Sterilizer are available in the following configuration.
Note: Sakura Steam Sterilizer ASSV-AB09E / SKYTRON Integrity 215 SG Steam Sterilizer equip the integrated steam generator.
21.5" x 21.5" x 38" chamber size. Single Door Prevacuum and Gravity.
Sakura Steam Sterilizer ASSV-AB-09 / Skytron Integrity 215 Steam Sterilizer, Sakura Steam Sterilizer ASSV-AB09E / Skytron Integrity 215 SG Steam Sterilizer are equipped with the following factory-programmed sterilization cycle values. The following factory-programmed cvcles are validated according to ANSI/AAMI ST8: 2008.
| Cycle | Maximum Validated<br>Loads | Sterilize<br>Temp | Sterilize<br>Time | Dry Time |
|---------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------|-------------------|------------|
| Flash 1 | One unwrapped,<br>nonporous instrument | 270 F (132 C) | 3 minutes | 1 minute |
| (IU 1) | heavier than 0.22 lbs. (100 gram) | | | |
| Flash 2<br>(IU 2) | Maximum of six (6)<br>unwrapped instrument<br>trays, maximum weight 25<br>pound (11.3 kg) each.<br>The maximum of three (3)<br>2 mm inside diameter<br>(minimum) and 400 mm<br>long (maximum) lumen<br>instruments per cycle load. | 270 F (132 C) | 4 minutes | 1 minute |
| Prevacuum.<br>270 | Maximum of six (6)<br>double-wrapped<br>instrument trays,<br>maximum weight 25<br>pound (11.3kg) each. The<br>maximum of three (3) 2<br>mm inside diameter<br>(minimum) and 400 mm<br>long (maximum) lumen<br>instruments per cycle load. | 270 F (132 C) | 4 minutes | 30 minutes |
| Prevacuum<br>275 | Maximum of six (6)<br>double-wrapped<br>instrument trays,<br>maximum weight 25<br>pound (11.3 kg) each.<br>The maximum of three (3)<br>2 mm inside diameter<br>(minimum) and 400 mm<br>long (maximum) lumeri<br>instruments per cycle load. | 275 F (135 C) | 3 minutes | 30 minutes |
| Express | Maximum of six (6) single | 270 °F (132 C) | 4 minutes | 3 minutes |
| Prevacuum<br>(IU 3) | wrapped instrument trays,<br>maximum weight 25<br>pound (11.3 kg) each.<br>The maximum of three (3)<br>2 mm inside diameter<br>(minimum) and 400 mm<br>long (maximum) lumen<br>instruments per cycle load.<br>This cycle is intended for<br>immediate use and the<br>wrap used for this cycle is<br>not intended to be a sterile<br>barrier. | | | |
| Gravity 1 | Maximum of twelve (12) -<br>fabric packs. | 250 °F (121 C) | 30 minutes | 15 minutes |
| Gravity 2 | Maximum of six (6)<br>double-wrapped<br>instrument trays,<br>maximum weight 25<br>pound (11.3 kg) each. | 270 °F (132 C) | 15 minutes | 30 minutes |
| Liquid | Maximum of three (3)<br>1,000 mill-liter containers<br>with vented closures. This<br>cycle is intended for non-<br>patient contacting devices<br>only. | 250 °F (121 C) | 45 minutes | 0 Minute |
| Leak Test | Empty Chamber, test time<br>of 15 minutes. | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Warm Up | Empty Chamber | 270 °F (132C) | 4 minutes | 3 minutes |
| Bowie-Dick<br>Test | Bowie-Dick Test Pack | 273 F (134 C) | 3.5 minutes | 2 Minute |
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Note:
- ♪ Prevacuum 270 - Adjusting the Dry Time to be 15 minutes allows the sterilization of 12 fabric packs (maximum).
- ♪ Gravity 2 - Adjusting the Steam Purge Time to 10 minutes, the Sterilize Time to 25 minutes, and the Dry Time to 15 minutes allows the sterilization of 12 fabric packs (maximum).
- > "IU" means "Immediate Use" cycle.
- ♪ Liquid cycle is for non-patient contact use only.
#### Technological Characteristics 7.
### Comparison to Predicate Device
The proposed sterilizers offered within this submission are equipped with the same options offered under the predicate device, in design and construction except for: predicate device offers a stainless steel frame in addition to the carbon steel, subject device offers stainless steel option for piping, subject device utilizes 2 types of air filters and an Integrated Water recirculation system.
### EFFECTIVENESS:
Efficacv of sterilizer function and exposure time recommendations are ultimately shown by complete kill of biological indicators and verifying an appropriate safety factor or sterility assurance level (SAL) of at least 10° reduction. Sakura Seiki Co., Ltd. validates its sterilization cycles by recommended practices, standards and guidelines developed by various independent organizations such as the Association for Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI). Prior to release, the sterilizers were validated to meet the requirements of AAMIIANSI ST8: 2008.
The software validation for the cycle operation was performed according to FDA's moderate level of concern recommendations provided in the document "Guidance for the Content for Premarket Submissions for Software Contained in Medical Devices (May 2005).
### SAFETY:
The SKYTRON Integrity 215 Steam Sterilizer, SKYTRON Integrity 215 SG Steam Sterilizer, Sakura Steam Sterilizer ASSV-AB09, Sakura Steam Sterilizer ASSV-AB09E Steam Sterilizers have been designed, constructed and tested to meet the safety and performance requirements of various national safety codes and standards. The SKYTRON Integrity 215 Steam Sterilizer, SKYTRON Integrity 215 SG Steam Sterilizer, Sakura Steam Sterilizer ASSV-AB09, Sakura
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Steam Sterilizer ASSV-AB09E Steam Sterilizers complies with the following safety standards:
IEC 60601-1-2:2007 IEC61010-1 (200 Edition) 2008 / CSA C22.2 No.61010-1 IEC61010-2-040: 2005 CISPR11: 2009 ED5.0: AMENDMENT1: 2010 IEC61000-3-2:2005 ED3.0: AMENDMENT1:2010 IEC61000-3-3:2008 ED2.0 (EMC) - PART 3-3 IEC61000-4-2: 2008 ED2.0 (EMC) - PART 4-2 IEC61000-4-3: 2006 ED3.0 +AMENDMENT1: 2007+AMENDMENT2:2010 (EMC) IEC61000-4-4: 2004 ED2.0 +AMENDMENT1:2010 IEC61000-4-5: 2005 ED2.0 IEC61000-4-6: 2003 ED2.0+AMENDMENT1:2004+AMENDMENT1:2006 IEC61000-4-8: 2009 ED2.0 IEC61000-4-11: 2004 ED2.0 American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Boiler and Pressure Vessel ·
Code Section VIII Division 1 2010 Edition: Rules for the Construction of Pressure Vessels.
### HAZARDS-FAILURE OF PERFORMANCES
Failure of the sterilization process can lead to incidence of cross contamination. the transmission of potentially infectious organisms from one infected person to another who was not otherwise infected prior to the incident.
To avoid failure, the user must ensure the materials, instruments and devices to be sterilized are thoroughly cleaned, that the manufacturer's instructions for use are followed. that the cycle to be used for each type of sterilizer load has been validated, that the sterilizer has been maintained in accordance with the sterilizer's manufacturer's maintenance schedule and is operating properly, and that each sterilizer load is monitored with available and validated biological and chemical sterilization process indicators.
Today, there are many steam sterilizers in daily use in hospitals throughout the United States. The incident of sterilizer malfunction or sterilization process failure is relatively rare considering the wide spread use of steam sterilizers. Further, there are no reports in the literature of patient infection that have resulted from steam sterilizer failure.
The technology designed in the SKYTRON Integrity 215 Steam Sterilizer, SKYTRON Integrity 215 SG Steam Sterilizer, Sakura Steam Sterilizer ASSV-AB09, Sakura Steam Sterilizer ASSV-AB09E Steam Sterilizers provide microprocessor controller safeguards that abort the cycle and give appropriate signals, alerts and warnings when required conditions have not been met or when a malfunction occurs.
### USER INFORMATION
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Sakura Seiki Co., Ltd. provides information to the user that is intended to insure safe and effective use of steam sterilization in its detailed User's Manual and other labeling.
Sakura Seiki Co., Ltd. also recommends the use and periodic review of the AAMI steam sterilization standards to ensure further assurance of the safe and effective use of steam sterilization equipment in health care facilities.
#### 8. Performance Data:
Non-clinical: Verification, validation and testing activities were conducted to establish the performance, functionality and reliability characteristics of the SKYTRON Integrity 215 Steam Sterilizer, SKYTRON Integrity 215 SG Steam Sterilizer. Sakura Sterilizer ASSV-AB09, Sakura Steam Sterilizer ASSV-AB09E Steam Sterilizers. The device passed all of the tests based on pre-determined Pass/Fail criteria.
#### 9. Conclusions:
The data from consensus standard testing and comparison to the predicate device show that the SKYTRON Integrity 215 Steam Sterilizer, SKYTRON Integrity 215 SG Steam Sterilizer, Sakura Steam Sterilizer ASSV-AB09, Sakura Steam Sterilizer ASSV-AB09E Steam Sterilizers are as safe and effective as the legally marketed predicate device.
Therefore Sakura Seiki Co., Ltd. conclude that the each of the sterilizers included under this submission are substantially equivalent to the predicate device.
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Room -WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
Sakura Seiki Company, Limited C/O Ms. Dawn Tibodeau Responsible Third Party Official TUV SUD America, Incorporated 1775 Old Highway 8 NW New Brighton, Minnesota 55112-1891
AUG 1 7 2012
Re: K120149
Trade/Device Name: Sakura Steam Sterilizer ASSV-AB09 Sakura Steam Sterilizer ASSV-AB09E Skytron Integrity 215 Steam Sterilizer Skytron Integrity 215 SG Steam Sterilizer Regulation Number: 21 CFR 880.6880 Regulation Name: Steam Sterilizer Regulatory Class: II Product Code: FLE Dated: April 20, 2012 Received: April 23, 2012
Dear Ms. Tibodeau:
This letter corrects our substantially equivalent letter of April 20, 2012.
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device referenced above and have deternined 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. The general controls provisions of the Act include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration. Please note: CDRH does not evaluate information related to contract liability warranties. We remind you, however, that device labeling must be truthful and not misleading.
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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.
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If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801), please go to http://www.fda.gov/AboutFDA/CentersOffices/CDRH/CDRHOffices /ucm115809.htm for the Center for Devices and Radiological Health's (CDRH's) Office of Compliance. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803), please go to http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Safety/ReportaProblem/default.htm for the CDRH's Office of Surveillance and Biometrics/Division of Postmarket Surveillance.
You may obtain other general information on your responsibilities under the Act from the Division of Small Manufacturers, International and Consumer Assistance at its tollfree number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 796-7100 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Resourcesfor You/Industry/default.htm.
Sincerely yours.
For
Anthony D. Watson, B.S., M.S., M.S., M.B.A. Director Division of Anesthesiology, Genera Hospital, Infection Control and Dental Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
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Attachment 1
### Indications for Use Statement .
1 of 3 Page
# 510(k) Number (if known): ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
### Device Name:
Sakura Steam Sterilizer ASSV-AB09 Sakura Steam Sterilizer ASSV-AB09E Skytron Integrity 215 Steam Sterilizer Skytron Integrity 215 SG Steam Sterilizer
#### Indications For Use:
Sakura Steam Sterilizer ASSV-AB-09 / Skytron Integrity 215 Steam Sterilizer, Sakura Steam Sterilizer ASSV-AB09E / Skytron Integrity 215 SG Steam Sterilizer are designed and optimized for use in health care facilities. Sakura Steam Sterilizer ASSV-AB-09 / Skytron Integrity 215 Steam Sterilizer, Sakura Steam Sterilizer ASSV-AB09E / Skytron Integrity 215 SG Steam Sterilizer incorporate high-pressure steam to sterilize non-porous and porous, heat and moisturestable items and materials used in the health care facilities. Sakura Steam Sterilizer ASSV-AB-09 / Skytron Integrity 215 Steam Sterilizer, Sakura Steam Sterilizer ASSV-AB09E / Skytron Integrity 215 SG Steam Sterilize are available in the following configuration.
Note: Sakura Steam Sterilizer ASSV-AB09E / SKYTRON Integrity 215 SG Steam Sterilizer equip the integrated steam generator.
21.5" x 21.5" x 38" chamber size, Single Door Prevacuum and Gravity.
| Prescription Use | | Over-The Counter Use _X_ |
|----------------------------|----|--------------------------|
| (Per 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) | OR | (21 CFR 807 Subpart C) |
(PLEASE DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE-CONTINUE ON ANOTHER PAGE IF NEEDED)
Concurrence of CDRH. Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)
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Sakura Steam Sterilizer ASSV-AB-09 / Skytron Integrity 215 Steam Sterilizer, Sakura Steam Sterilizer ASSV-AB09E / Skytron Integrity 215 SG Steam Sterilizer are equipped with the following factory-programmed sterilization cycle values. The following factory-programmed cycles are validated according to ANSI/AAMI ST8: 2008.
| Cycle | Maximum Validated<br>Loads | Sterilize<br>Temp | Sterilize<br>Time | Dry Time |
|--------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------|-------------------|------------|
| Flash 1<br>(IU 1) | One unwrapped, nonporous instrument no heavier than 0.22 lbs. (100 gram) | 270 F (132 C) | 3 minutes | 1 minute |
| Flash 2<br>(IU 2) | Maximum of six (6) unwrapped instrument trays, maximum weight 25 pound (11.3 kg) each. The maximum of three (3) 2 mm inside diameter (minimum) and 400 mm long (maximum) lumen instruments per cycle load. | 270 F (132 C) | 4 minutes | 1 minute |
| Prevacuum<br>270 | Maximum of six (6) double-wrapped instrument trays, maximum weight 25 pound (11.3kg) each. The maximum of three (3) 2 mm inside diameter (minimum) and 400 mm long (maximum) lumen instruments per cycle load. | 270 F (132 C) | 4 minutes | 30 minutes |
| Prevacuum<br>275 | Maximum of six (6) double-wrapped instrument trays, maximum weight 25 pound (11.3 kg) each. The maximum of three (3) 2 mm inside diameter (minimum) and 400 mm long (maximum) lumen instruments per cycle load. | 275 F (135 C) | 3 minutes | 30 minutes |
| Express<br>Prevacuum<br>(IU 3) | Maximum of six (6) single wrapped instrument trays, maximum weight 25 pound (11.3 kg) each.<br>The maximum of three (3) 2 mm inside diameter (minimum) and 400 mm long (maximum) lumen | 270 F (132 C) | 4 minutes | 3 minutes |
| | This cycle is intended for<br>immediate use and the<br>wrap used for this cycle is<br>not intended to be a sterile<br>barrier. | | | |
| Gravity 1 | Maximum of twelve (12) -<br>fabric packs. | 250 F (121 C) | 30 minutes | 15 minutes |
| Gravity 2 | Maximum of six (6)<br>double-wrapped<br>instrument trays,<br>maximum weight 25<br>pound (11.3 kg) each. | 270 F (132 C) | 15 minutes | 30 minutes |
| Liquid | Maximum of three (3)<br>1,000 mill-liter containers<br>with vented closures. This<br>cycle is intended for non-<br>patient contacting devices<br>only. | 250 F (121 C) | 45 minutes | 0 Minute |
| Leak Test | Empty Chamber, test time<br>of 15 minutes. | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Warm Up | Empty Chamber | 270 F (132 C) | 4 minutes | 3 minutes |
| Bowie-Dick<br>Test | Bowie-Dick Test Pack | 273 F (134 C) | 3.5 minutes | 2 minutes |
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Note:
- Prevacuum 270 Adjusting the Dry Time to be 15 minutes allows the sterilization > of 12 fabric packs (maximum).
- Gravity 2 Adjusting the Steam Purge Time to 10 minutes, the Sterilize Time to > 25 minutes, and the Dry Time to 15 minutes allows the sterilization of 12 fabric packs (maximum).
- "IU" means "Immediate Use" cycle. >
- Liquid cycle is for non-patient contact use only. >
Edith S. (Clarence-Wells
(Division Sign-Off) Division of Anesthesiology, General Hospital Inféction Control, Dental Devices
510(k) Number: K120149
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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.