K143729 · Aesculap, Inc. · KCT · Aug 18, 2015 · General Hospital
Device Facts
Record ID
K143729
Device Name
SterilContainer S
Applicant
Aesculap, Inc.
Product Code
KCT · General Hospital
Decision Date
Aug 18, 2015
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 880.6850
Device Class
Class 2
Indications for Use
The SterilContainer S is a reusable sterilization container system (consisting of perforated bottoms and perforated lids with filter retention plates, and single use polypropylene filters) intended to be used to enclose another medical device that is to be sterilized by a healthcare provider. This container system has been validated with stainless steel and Teflon lumens, hinged, and knurled instruments. It is intended to allow sterilization of the enclosed device and also maintain sterility of the enclosed device until used. This container system is compatible for use with the V-PRO 60 Low Temperature Sterilization System's Lumen, Non Lumen and Flexible Cycles. The SterilContainer S includes accessories such as silicone mats, baskets, trays, racks, eyepiece holders and sleeve holders.
Device Story
SterilContainer S is a reusable rigid container system made of non-anodized aluminum; utilizes single-use polypropylene filters. Designed to enclose medical instruments during low-temperature sterilization in the Steris V-PRO 60 system. Used in clinical settings by healthcare providers. Input: medical devices (lumened, non-lumened, hinged, knurled, endoscopes). Transformation: container allows sterilant penetration while maintaining a microbial barrier. Output: sterilized, protected instruments. Benefits: maintains sterility for 180 days post-sterilization. Accessories include silicone mats, baskets, trays, and racks. Provider uses output by retrieving instruments from container for surgical/clinical procedures.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Validated for V-PRO 60 cycles (Lumen, Non-Lumen, Flexible). Testing included 6-log reduction sterilization efficacy, whole package microbial aerosol challenge, 180-day event-related sterility maintenance, and material compatibility (100 cycles). Simulated use testing confirmed successful sterilization of worst-case dual-channel flexible endoscopes.
Technological Characteristics
Materials: non-anodized aluminum container, polypropylene filters. Design: perforated lid/bottom with filter retention plates. Dimensions: various sizes (Full, 3/4, 1/2, Mini). Connectivity: none. Sterilization: compatible with V-PRO 60 low-temperature hydrogen peroxide gas plasma. Accessories: silicone mats, stainless steel baskets/racks.
Indications for Use
Indicated for use by healthcare providers to enclose medical devices (including stainless steel/Teflon lumens, hinged/knurled instruments, and rigid/semi-rigid endoscopes) for sterilization and maintenance of sterility until use. Compatible with V-PRO 60 Low Temperature Sterilization System (Lumen, Non-Lumen, and Flexible cycles).
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A sterilization wrap (pack, sterilization wrapper, bag, or accessories, is a device intended to be used to enclose another medical device that is to be sterilized by a health care provider. It is intended to allow sterilization of the enclosed medical device and also to maintain sterility of the enclosed device until used.
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
August 18, 2015
Aesculap, Inc. Denise R. Adams, RAC Regulatory Affairs Specialist 3773 Corporate Parkway Center Valley, PA 18034
Re: K143729
Trade/Device Name: SterilContainer™ S Regulation Number: 21 CFR 880.6850 Regulation Name: Sterilization wrap containers, trays, cassettes & other accessory Regulatory Class: II Product Code: KCT Dated: July 22, 2015 Received: July 23, 2015
Dear Ms. Adams:
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. 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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Sincerely yours,
*Tejashri Purohit-Sheth, M.D.*
Tejashri Purohit-Sheth, M.D. Clinical Deputy Director DAGRID/ODE/CDRH FOR
Erin I. Keith, M.S. Director Division of Anesthesiology, General Hospital, Respiratory, Infection Control and Dental Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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### Indications for Use
Form Approved: OMB No. 0910-0120 Expiration Date: January 31, 2017 See PRA Statement below.
510(k) Number (if known) K143729
Device Name SterilContainer S
Indications for Use (Describe)
The SterilContainer S is a reusable sterilization container system (consisting of perforated lids with filter retention plates, and single use polypropylene filters) intended to enclose another medical device that is to be sterilized by a healthcare provider. This container system has been validated with stainless steel and Teflon lumens, hinged, and knurled instruments. It is intended to allow sterilization of the enclosed device and also maintain sterility of the enclosed device until used. This container system is compatible for use with the V-PRO 60 Low Temperature Sterilization System's Lumen and Flexible Cycles. The SterilContainer S includes accessories such as silicone mats, baskets, trays, racks, eyepiece holders and sleeve holders.
The Steril Container S was demonstrated to maintain the sterility of its contents for 180 days following successful sterilization.
| Lid | Bottom | Description | Total<br>loaded<br>container<br>weight (lbs) | Intended Container Load |
|-------|--------|--------------------------------|----------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| JM440 | JM440 | Full Size 90mm (4 ½")* | 21.46 | • Lumened and non-lumened devices with<br>diffusion-restricted spaces such as the hinged<br>portion of forceps and scissors |
| JM489 | JM441 | Full Size 120mm (5 ½")* | 21.46 | |
| | JM442 | Full Size 135mm (6")* | 21.46 | • Medical devices, including single, dual and<br>triple channeled rigid and semi-rigid<br>endoscopes, with the following configurations: |
| JM789 | JM740 | ¾ Size 90mm (4 ¼")* | 13.85 | • single or dual lumen devices with stainless<br>lumen(s) that is (are) ≥ 0.77 mm internal<br>diameter (ID) and ≤ 410 mm length |
| | JM741 | ¾ Size 120mm (5 ½")* | 13.85 | • triple lumen devices with stainless steel<br>lumens that are |
| | JM742 | ¾ Size 135mm (6")* | 13.85 | ≥ 1.2 mm ID and ≤ 275 mm length |
| JM389 | JM340 | ½ Size 90mm (4 ¼")* | 13.85 | |
| | JM341 | ½ Size 120mm (5 ½")* | 13.85 | ≥ 1.8 mm ID and ≤ 310 mm length |
| | JM342 | ½ Size 135mm (6")* | 13.85 | ≥ 2.8 mm ID and ≤ 317 mm length |
| JM020 | JM021 | Extra Long Mini 73mm<br>(3")** | 7.65 | |
| JM174 | JM188 | Mini 67mm<br>(2 ⅝")** | 7.65 | |
## V-PRO 60 Sterilizer Lumen Cycle
* The validation chamber load consisted of one containing a basket iid, mat, accessories, 12 lumens, and metal and non-metal medical devices
** The validation chamber load consisted of two containing a basket and basket lid, mat, accessories, and metal and non-metal medical devices for a total chamber load weight of 15.30 lbs. Each container held six (6) lumens for a total of 12 total lumens per load.
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### V-PRO 60 Sterilizer Non Lumen Cycle
| Lid | Bottom | Description | Total<br>loaded<br>container<br>weight (lbs) | Intended Container Load |
|-------|--------|-----------------------------|----------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| JM489 | JM440 | Full Size 90mm (4 ¼”)* | 20.0 | |
| JM489 | JM441 | Full Size 120mm (5 ½”)* | 20.0 | |
| JM489 | JM442 | Full Size 135mm (6”)* | 20.0 | |
| JM789 | JM740 | ¾ Size 90mm (4 ¼”)* | 13.85 | Non-lumened devices including<br>devices with stainless steel or<br>titanium diffusion-restricted spaces<br>such as the hinged portion of forceps<br>and scissors. |
| JM789 | JM741 | ¾ Size 120mm (5 ½”)* | 13.85 | |
| JM789 | JM742 | ¾ Size 135mm (6”)* | 13.85 | |
| JM389 | JM340 | ½ Size 90mm (4 ¼”)* | 13.85 | |
| JM389 | JM341 | ½ Size 120mm (5 ½”)* | 13.85 | |
| JM389 | JM342 | ½ Size 135mm (6”)* | 13.85 | |
| JM020 | JM021 | Extra Long Mini 73mm (3")** | 7.64 | |
| JM174 | JM188 | Mini 67mm (2 ⅝")** | 7.64 | |
* The validation chamber load consisted of one container with a basket lid, mat, accessories, and metal and nonmetal medical devices
** The validation chamber load consisted of two containers with a basket lid, mat, accessories, and metal and nonmetal medical devices for a total chamber load weight of 15.30 lbs.
| Lid | Bottom | Description* | Total<br>loaded<br>container<br>weight<br>(lbs) | Intended Container Load |
|-------|--------|------------------------|-------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------|
| JM489 | JM440 | Full Size 90mm (4 ¼") | 21.46 | One flexible surgical endoscope or |
| | JM441 | Full Size 120mm (5 ½") | 21.46 | bronchoscope with a light cord (if not integral |
| | JM442 | Full Size 135mm (6") | 21.46 | to the endoscope) and mat without any |
| JM789 | JM740 | ¾ Size 90mm (4 ¼") | 13.85 | additional load. The flexible endoscopes may |
| | JM741 | ¾ Size 120mm (5 ½") | 13.85 | contain: |
| | JM742 | ¾ Size 135mm (6") | 13.85 | · single or dual lumen devices with lumens |
| JM389 | JM340 | ½ Size 90mm (4 ¼") | 13.85 | that are ≥ 1 mm ID and ≤ 990 mm length |
| | JM341 | ½ Size 120mm (5 ½") | 13.85 | |
| | JM342 | ½ Size 135mm (6") | 13.85 | |
### V-PRO 60 Sterilizer Flexible Cycle
* The validation chamber load consisted of one container with a basket and lid, mat, accessories, three (3) 1 x 1000mm lumens, one flexible endoscope, and one light cable.
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| Accessories | V-PRO 60 |
|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------|
| Stainless Steel baskets,<br>basket lids, and dividers | Yes |
| Instrument Organization<br>System (Silicone and<br>Stainless Steel racks,<br>brackets, holders, and<br>clamps) | Yes |
| Silicone mats | Yes |
| Stainless Steel racks, trays,<br>holders, clamps, brackets<br>and platforms | Yes |
#### V-PRO 60 Sterilizer Compatible SterilContainer S Accessories
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
X Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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# AESCULAP
# 510(k) SUMMARY (as required by 21 CFR 807.92) K143729
| SPONSOR: | Aesculap, Inc.<br>3773 Corporate Parkway<br>Center Valley, PA 18034<br>Establishment Registration Number: 2916714 |
|----------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| CONTACT: | Denise R. Adams, RAC<br>610-984-9076 (phone)<br>610-791-6882 (fax)<br>denise.adams@aesculap.com (email) |
| DATE: | July 7, 2015 |
| TRADE NAME: | SterilContainer™ S |
| COMMON NAME: | Sterilization container |
| CLASSIFICATION NAME: | Sterilization wrap containers, trays, cassettes & other accessories<br>(21 CFR 880.6850, Product Code KCT) |
| DEVICE CLASS: | Class II per 21 CFR 880.6850 |
| PREDICATE: | K093649, Aesculap SterilContainer S cleared for use in V-PRO 1<br>and V-PRO 1 Plus |
#### DEVICE DESCRIPTION
The SterilContainer S is a container system that will allow for sterilization and storage of medical devices. This container system is for use in low-temperature sterilization technology such as with the Steris V-PRO 60 Sterilization System. The SterilContainer Srigid containers are made from non-anodized Aluminum and utilize disposable (single use) polypropylene filters. The SterilContainer S includes accessories such as mats, baskets, trays, holders, organizers, filters, indicator cards and tamper-evident locks.
### INDICATIONS FOR USE
The SterilContainer S is a reusable sterilization container system (consisting of perforated bottoms and perforated lids with filter retention plates, and single use polypropylene filters) intended to be used to enclose another medical device that is to be sterilized by a healthcare provider. This container system has been validated with stainless steel and Teflon lumens, hinged, and knurled instruments. It is intended to allow sterilization of the enclosed device and also maintain sterility of the enclosed device until used. This container system is compatible for use with the V-PRO 60 Low Temperature Sterilization System's Lumen, Non Lumen and Flexible Cycles. The SterilContainer Sincludes accessories such as silicone mats, baskets, trays, racks, eyepiece holders and sleeve holders.
Aesculap, Inc. 3773 Corporate Parkway Center Valley, PA 18034 Phone: 800-258-1946 www.aesculapusa.com
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# AESCULAP
The SterilContainer S was demonstrated to maintain the sterility of its contents for 180 days following successful sterilization.
| Lid | Bottom | Description | Total<br>loaded<br>container<br>weight (lbs) | Intended Container Load |
|-------|--------|--------------------------------|----------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| | JM440 | Full Size 90mm (4 ¼")* | 21.46 | Lumened and non-lumened devices with |
| JM489 | JM441 | Full Size 120mm (5 ½")* | 21.46 | diffusion-restricted spaces such as the hinged<br>portion of forceps and scissors |
| | JM442 | Full Size 135mm (6")* | 21.46 | • Medical devices, including single, dual and |
| JM789 | JM740 | ¾ Size 90mm (4 ¼")* | 13.85 | triple channeled rigid and semi-rigid<br>endoscopes, with the following configurations: |
| | JM741 | ¾ Size 120mm (5 ½")* | 13.85 | • single or dual lumen devices with stainless<br>lumen(s) that is (are) ≥ 0.77 mm internal<br>diameter (ID) and ≤ 410 mm length |
| | JM742 | ¾ Size 135mm (6")* | 13.85 | |
| JM389 | JM340 | ½ Size 90mm (4 ¼")* | 13.85 | • triple lumen devices with stainless steel<br>lumens that are |
| | JM341 | ½ Size 120mm (5 ½")* | 13.85 | ≥ 1.2 mm ID and ≤ 275 mm length |
| | JM342 | ½ Size 135mm (6")* | 13.85 | ≥ 1.8 mm ID and ≤ 310 mm length<br>≥ 2.8 mm ID and ≤ 317 mm length |
| JM020 | JM021 | Extra Long Mini 73mm<br>(3")** | 7.65 | |
| JM174 | JM188 | Mini 67mm<br>(2 ⅝")** | 7.65 | |
# V-PRO 60 Sterilizer Lumen Cycle
* The validation chamber load consisted of one containing a basket and basket lid, mat, accessories, 12 lumens, and metal and non-metal medical devices
**The validation chamber load consisted of two containers containing a basket lid, mat, accessories, and metal and non-metal medical devices for a total chamber load weight of 15.30 lbs. Each container held six (6) lumens for a total of 12 total lumens per load
| Lid | Bottom | Description | Total<br>loaded<br>container<br>weight (lbs) | Intended Container Load |
|-------|--------|-----------------------------|----------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| | JM440 | Full Size 90mm (4 ¼”)* | 20.0 | |
| JM489 | JM441 | Full Size 120mm (5 ½”)* | 20.0 | |
| | JM442 | Full Size 135mm (6”)* | 20.0 | |
| | JM740 | ¾ Size 90mm (4 ¼”)* | 13.85 | Non-lumened devices including<br>devices with stainless steel or<br>titanium diffusion-restricted spaces<br>such as the hinged portion of forceps<br>and scissors. |
| JM789 | JM741 | ¾ Size 120mm (5 ½”)* | 13.85 | |
| | JM742 | ¾ Size 135mm (6”)* | 13.85 | |
| | JM340 | ½ Size 90mm (4 ¼”)* | 13.85 | |
| JM389 | JM341 | ½ Size 120mm (5 ½”)* | 13.85 | |
| | JM342 | ½ Size 135mm (6”)* | 13.85 | |
| JM020 | JM021 | Extra Long Mini 73mm (3”)** | 7.64 | |
| JM174 | JM188 | Mini 67mm (2 ⅝” )** | 7.64 | |
### V-PRO 60 Sterilizer Non Lumen Cycle
* The validation chamber load consisted of one container with a basket lid, mat, accessories, and metal and non-metal medical devices
** The validation chamber load consisted of two containers with a basket lid, mat, accessories, and metal and non-metal medical devices for a total chamber load weight of 15.30 lbs.
Aesculap, Inc. 3773 Corporate Parkway Center Valley, PA 18034 Phone: 800-258-1946 www.aesculapusa.com
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# AESCULAP.
| Lid | Bottom | Description* | Total<br>loaded<br>container<br>weight<br>(lbs) | Intended Container Load |
|-------|--------|------------------------|-------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| JM489 | JM440 | Full Size 90mm (4 ¼") | 21.46 | One flexible surgical endoscope or<br>bronchoscope with a light cord (if not integral<br>to the endoscope) and mat without any<br>additional load. The flexible endoscopes may<br>contain: |
| | JM441 | Full Size 120mm (5 ½") | 21.46 | |
| | JM442 | Full Size 135mm (6") | 21.46 | |
| JM789 | JM740 | ¾ Size 90mm<br>(4 ¼") | 13.85 | additional load. The flexible endoscopes may<br>contain:<br>• single or dual lumen devices with lumens<br>that are ≥ 1 mm ID and ≤ 990 mm length |
| | JM741 | ¾ Size 120mm<br>(5 ½") | 13.85 | |
| | JM742 | ¾ Size 135mm (6") | 13.85 | |
| JM389 | JM340 | ½ Size 90mm<br>(4 ¼") | 13.85 | |
| | JM341 | ½ Size 120mm<br>(5 ½") | 13.85 | |
| | JM342 | ½ Size 135mm (6") | 13.85 | |
# V-PRO 60 Sterilizer Flexible Cycle
* The validation chamber load consisted of one container with a basket and lid, mat, accessories, three (3) 1 x 1000mm lumens, one flexible endoscope, and one light cable.
# V-PRO 60 Sterilizer Compatible SterilContainer S Accessories
| Accessories | V-PRO 60 |
|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------|
| Stainless Steel baskets, basket lids,<br>and dividers | Yes |
| Instrument Organization System<br>(Silicone and Stainless Steel racks,<br>brackets, holders, and clamps) | Yes |
| Silicone mats | Yes |
| Stainless Steel racks, trays, holders,<br>clamps, brackets, and platforms | Yes |
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# AESCULAP.
# TECHNOLIGICAL CHARACTERISTICS (compared to predicates)
The SterilContainer S is for use in low-temperature sterilization technology such as the Steris V-PRO 60. The SterilContainer S is the same container system as was cleared in K093649. The materials and design have not changed.
| System | SterilContainer S<br>(K143729) | SterilContainer S<br>(K093649) |
|----------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Intended Use | The SterilContainer S is a reusable<br>sterilization container system<br>(consisting of perforated bottoms<br>and perforated lids with filter<br>retention plates, and single use<br>polypropylene filters) intended to be<br>used to enclose another medical<br>device that is to be sterilized by a<br>healthcare provider. This container<br>system has been validated with<br>stainless steel and Teflon lumens,<br>hinged, and knurled instruments. It<br>is intended to allow sterilization of<br>the enclosed device and also<br>maintain sterility of the enclosed<br>device until used. This container<br>system is compatible for use with the<br>V-PRO 60 Low Temperature<br>Sterilization System's Lumen, Non<br>Lumen and Flexible Cycles. The<br>SterilContainer S includes<br>accessories such as silicone mats,<br>baskets, trays, racks, eyepiece<br>holders and sleeve holders. | The Aesculap Sterilcontainer S is a<br>reusable sterilization container<br>system intended to be used to<br>enclose another medical device that<br>is to be sterilized by a healthcare<br>provider. It is intended to allow<br>sterilization of the enclosed device<br>and also maintain sterility of the<br>enclosed device until used. This<br>container system is compatible for<br>use with the V-PRO 1<br>and V-PRO Plus Systems. |
| Sterilizer | Steris V-PRO 60 | Steris V-PRO 1 and V-PRO 1 Plus |
| Material | Non-anodized aluminum | Non-anodized aluminum |
| Container type | Perforated | Perforated |
| Filter type | Polypropylene | Polypropylene |
Aesculap, Inc. 3773 Corporate Parkway Center Valley, PA 18034 Phone: 800-258-1946 www.aesculapusa.com
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# AESCULAP.
## PERFORMANCE DATA
The SterilContainer S has been fully validated for the Steris V-PRO 60 Sterilizer. These validations were conducted by a qualified testing laboratory. The performance testing demonstrates substantial equivalence to the predicate devices.
| Performance Properties | Results |
|----------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Sterilization Efficacy | Testing demonstrated a 6 log reduction to no growth in a half<br>cycle validation. This testing supports a sterility assurance level<br>(SAL) of 10-6 in a full cycle validation. |
| Whole Package Microbial<br>Aerosol Challenge | After exposure to a defined amount of aerosol<br>microorganisms contents maintained sterility |
| Event Related Sterility<br>Maintenance | Testing demonstrated the ability to provide an effective<br>barrier for maintaining sterility of the contents after<br>processing followed by a 180 day event related storage<br>under conditions which simulate hospital sterile package<br>handling and storage conditions. |
| Material Compatibility | After 100 cycles of processing no visible or functional<br>changes were observed |
| Simulated Use | A worst case dual channel flexible endoscope was<br>reproducibly sterilized under worst case simulated use<br>testing conditions in the Flexible Cycle. |
### CONCLUSION
Based on the nonclinical tests performed the subject device is as safe, as effective and performs at least as safely and effectively as the legally marketed predicate device (K093649), Class II (21 CFR 880.6850), product code KCT.
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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.