K151115 · Vital Images, Inc. · LLZ · Jun 3, 2015 · Radiology
Device Facts
Record ID
K151115
Device Name
MR Core Software
Applicant
Vital Images, Inc.
Product Code
LLZ · Radiology
Decision Date
Jun 3, 2015
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 892.2050
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Software as a Medical Device, Real-World Evidence
Real-World Evidence
Submission
Device
Sponsor
RWD Sources
RWE Use Summary
Key Tags
K151115 · Jun 3, 2015
MR Core Software
Vital Images, Inc.
Post-market clinical evaluation report
Post-market information from a clinical evaluation report was used to assess the risk-benefit profile and safety history of the device and similar products.
General patient population using the device and similar products
Not applicable for this study
Assessment of injury or death rates
Indications for Use
MR Core is an option within Vitrea® that allows the examination and manipulation of a series of medical images obtained from MRI scanners. The option also enables clinicians to compare multiple series for the same patient, side-by-side, and switch to other integrated applications to further examine the data.
Device Story
MR Core is a software option within the Vitrea platform for MRI image review; inputs are DICOM-compliant MRI image series. It provides tools for 2D/4D viewing, multi-study comparison, image manipulation (pan, zoom, rotate, window/level), and quantitative measurements (distance, angle, ROI). A key feature is semi-automated image stitching to combine contiguous or overlapping MR datasets. Used in clinical settings by healthcare professionals to facilitate image interpretation and patient care. Output is displayed on a workstation for clinician review; does not perform automated diagnosis. Benefits include efficient navigation and visualization of MR data to support clinical decision-making.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical studies were performed. Evidence consists of bench testing, including software verification, validation, and simulated usability testing by experienced medical professionals. Risk management and design controls were applied.
Technological Characteristics
Radiological image processing software; DICOM-compliant; runs on Vitrea platform. Features include 2D/4D viewing, MIP/MinIP, image registration, and stitching. Software lifecycle follows IEC 62304:2006; risk management follows ISO 14971:2007. Connectivity via DICOM standard.
Indications for Use
Indicated for clinicians to examine, manipulate, and compare MRI medical image series. No specific patient population, age, or disease state restrictions apply.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A medical image management and processing system is a device that provides one or more capabilities relating to the review and digital processing of medical images for the purposes of interpretation by a trained practitioner of disease detection, diagnosis, or patient management. The software components may provide advanced or complex image processing functions for image manipulation, enhancement, or quantification that are intended for use in the interpretation and analysis of medical images. Advanced image manipulation functions may include image segmentation, multimodality image registration, or 3D visualization. Complex quantitative functions may include semi-automated measurements or time-series measurements.
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls; voluntary standards—Digital Imaging and Communications in Medicine (DICOM) Std., Joint Photographic Experts Group (JPEG) Std., Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers (SMPTE) Test Pattern).
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
June 3, 2015
Vital Images, Inc. % Mr. Parthiv Shah Sr. Regulatory Affairs Specialist 5850 Opus Parkway, Suite 300 MINNETONKA MN 55343
Re: K151115
Trade/Device Name: MR Core Software Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.2050 Regulation Name: Picture archiving and communications system Regulatory Class: II Product Code: LLZ Dated: April 24, 2015 Received: April 27, 2015
Dear Mr. Shah:
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,
Robert A Ochs
Robert Ochs. Ph.D. Acting Director Division of Radiological Health Office of In Vitro Diagnostics and Radiological Health Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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## Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K151115
Device Name MR Core software
Indications for Use (Describe)
MR Core is an option within Vitrea® that allows the examination of a series of medical images obtained from MRI scanners.
The option also enables clinicians to compare multiple series for the same patient, side-by-side, and switch to other integrated applications to further examine the data.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
> Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
_ Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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# 510(k) Summary
This 510(k) summary is submitted in accordance with the requirements of 21 C.F.R. Part 807.92(c)
| Purpose of<br>Submission: | Modifications to a legally marketed device (K040305) which are not<br>qualified for a Special 510(k) notification |
|-----------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Submitter: | Vital Images, Inc.<br>5850 Opus Parkway<br>Suite 300<br>Minnetonka, MN, 55343-4414 |
| Establishment<br>Registration: | 2134213 |
| Contact Person: | Parthiv Shah<br>Sr. Regulatory Affairs Specialist<br>Phone: 952-487-9574<br>Fax: 952-487-9510<br>E-mail: pshah@vitalimages.com |
| 510(k) Type: | Traditional |
| Summary Date: | June 1, 2015 |
| Device Trade Name: | MR Core Software |
| Device Common<br>Name: | Radiological Image Processing Software |
| Device<br>Classification<br>Name: | System, Image Processing, Radiological |
| Regulatory<br>Description: | Picture Archiving and Communications System |
| Regulation Number: | 21 CFR 892.2050 |
| Product Code: | LLZ |
| Regulatory<br>Classification: | Class II |
| Device Panel: | Radiology |
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### Predicate Device:
| Predicate Device | Manufacturer | FDA 510(k) number |
|------------------------------------------------|--------------------|-------------------|
| Softread Software<br>(Legally Marketed Device) | Vital Images, Inc. | K040305 |
### Reference Device:
| Reference Device | Manufacturer | FDA 510(k) number |
|-------------------------------------|--------------|-------------------|
| Myrian<br>(Legally Marketed Device) | Intrasense | K091001 |
### Device Description:
MR Core allows intuitive navigation, quantification, and manipulation of medical images obtained from MRI scanners. This application enables clinicians to compare multiple series of the same patient, side-by-side, and switch to other integrated applications to further examine the data. It provides rich clinical tools to review images for efficient and effective patient care.
### Key features:
### General Viewing:
- . Linked 2D, MPR and 4D viewers for single and multi-study comparison
- Creation of retrievable evidence and snapshots
- . User defined flexible display protocols
### Access to Advanced Applications and Workflows:
- . In-application access to advanced analysis applications
- . Evidence creation and sharing across workflows
### General Image Display, Manipulation, and Analysis Tools:
- Maximum and Minimum Intensity Projection (MIP/MinIP) .
- Identification and Display of Regions of Interest (ROIs) .
- . CINE image display
- Multi-frame display ●
- Color image display ●
- Simultaneous multiple studies review .
- Cross-reference lines support
- . Display of selected images, series, or entire study
- Comparison of multiple series or studies
- . Scroll
- Pan ●
- Zoom ●
- Focus
- Flip (Vertically, horizontally) .
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- Invert ●
- Rotate (Clockwise, counter-clockwise) ●
- Arrow
- . Adjust Registration
- Window level/width selection and user configurable preset
- . Auto window level/width setting
- . Text/Arrow annotation (Label)
- Measurement of distance (Ruler), Angle, Cobb Angle, Ellipse ROI, and Freehand ROI ●
### Specialized MR Tools:
- Image subtraction of two MR series/datasets ●
- . Semi-automated image stitching
- Study and series linking .
- Automatic registration o
- Register two different series or groups that do not share a frame of reference to O link them spatially
### Intended Use / Indications for Use:
MR Core is an option within Vitrea® that allows the examination and manipulation of a series of medical images obtained from MRI scanners. The option also enables clinicians to compare multiple series for the same patient, side-by-side, and switch to other integrated applications to further examine the data.
### Changes from the last 510(k) clearance K040305:
| No. | Change(s) | Rationale for Changes |
|-----|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| 1 | Change-1: User Interface<br>Completely re-designed User Interface<br>(UI) screen | To utilize enhancements in the<br>software technology for better look<br>and user experience. |
| 2 | Change-2: Stitching of MR data<br>Added a new feature of "stitching" that<br>combines MR images covering distinct<br>contiguous, or slightly overlapping,<br>regions of the human body anatomy into<br>one or multiple images. | To combine separately acquired<br>images into a single view for easier<br>interpretation. |
| 3 | Change-3: Restricted Modality<br>Support<br>MR Core only allows the examination<br>and manipulation of a series of medical<br>images obtained from MRI scanners. | The current version of MR Core only<br>supports MR modality. |
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| No. | Change(s) | Rationale for Changes |
|-----|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| 4 | <b>Change-4: Restricted Features</b><br>MR Core does not support “Image <i>Filtering</i> ” and “ <i>Image Set Splitting</i> ”<br>(divide a single study into multiple<br>stacks) features. | The current version of MR Core does<br>not support “Image <i>Filtering</i> ” and<br>“ <i>Image Set Splitting</i> ” features. |
### Intended for Disease / Condition / Patient Population:
MR Core is a medical image viewer software device. Therefore, particular information regarding the disease, condition, and patient population are not applicable.
### Substantial Equivalence Comparison:
- Regulatory Comparison with the Predicate Device
| Criteria | Predicate Device | Subject Device | Comparison |
|---------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------|------------|
| | Softread Software<br>(K040305) | MR Core Software | |
| Device Type /<br>Classification Name | System, Image<br>Processing,<br>Radiological | System, Image<br>Processing,<br>Radiological | Same |
| Common Name | Radiological<br>Image Processing<br>Software | Radiological Image<br>Processing Software | Same |
| Regulation /<br>Classification Number | 21 CFR 892.2050 | 21 CFR 892.2050 | Same |
| Product Code | LLZ | LLZ | Same |
| Classification | Class II | Class II | Same |
| Review Panel | Radiology | Radiology | Same |
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| Criteria | Predicate Device | Subject Device | Comparison |
|---------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| | Softread Software<br>(K040305) | MR Core Software | |
| Indications for Use | Softread, is an option<br>within the Vitrea 2<br>system and is<br>intended to allow the<br>examination and<br>manipulation of a<br>series of 2D images in<br>a variety of modalities,<br>including CT, MR,<br>CR/DR/DX, SC, US,<br>NM, PET, XA, and RF,<br>etc.<br>The option also<br>enables clinicians to<br>compare multiple<br>series' for the same<br>patient, side-by-side,<br>and to switch to Vitrea<br>to further examine the<br>data in a 3D volume. | MR Core is an option<br>within Vitrea® that<br>allows the examination<br>and manipulation of a<br>series of medical<br>images obtained from<br>MRI scanners.<br>The option also<br>enables clinicians to<br>compare multiple<br>series for the same<br>patient, side-by-side,<br>and switch to other<br>integrated applications<br>to further examine the<br>data. | Same<br>Note: The<br>Intended Use<br>statement of the<br>modified software<br>is a subset (i.e.<br>only for MR<br>datasets) of<br>already cleared<br>Intended Use of<br>the legally<br>marketed device. |
#### Intended Use Comparison with the Predicate Device .
#### Technology Comparison with the Predicate Device .
| Criteria | Predicate Device | Subject Device | Comparison |
|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------|------------------|------------|
| | Softread Software<br>(K040305) | MR Core Software | |
| Image<br>Communication<br>Standard: DICOM | Yes | Yes | Same |
| 2D Image Review | Yes | Yes | Same |
| 2D Comparative<br>Review | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Multi-Planner<br>Reformatting | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Maximum and<br>Minimum Intensity<br>Projection<br>(MIP/MinIP) | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Criteria | Predicate Device | Subject Device | Comparison |
| | Softread Software<br>(K040305) | MR Core Software | |
| Image Editing,<br>Setting, Saving | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Annotation &<br>Tagging Tools<br>(Label) | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Display Options<br>(e.g. thickness) | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Quantitative<br>Measurements | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Snapshot | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Report Generation | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Cine Image Display | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Multi-frame Display | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Color Image Display | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Simultaneous<br>Multiple Studies<br>Review | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Cross-reference<br>Lines Support | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Display of Selected<br>Images, Series, or<br>Entire Study | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Comparison of<br>Multiple Series or<br>Studies | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Scroll Image | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Zoom Image | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Pan Image | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Focus Image | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Rotate Image | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Criteria | Predicate Device | Subject Device | Comparison |
| | Softread Software<br>(K040305) | MR Core Software | |
| Flip Image - Vertical | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Flip Image - Horizontal | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Rotate Image - Clockwise | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Rotate Image - Counter-clockwise | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Invert Image | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Arrow | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Window Level/Width Selection and User Configurable Preset | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Auto Window Level/Width Setting | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Measurement of Distance | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Measurement of Angle | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Measurement of Cobb Angle | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Identification and Display of Ellipse Regions of Interest (ROIs) | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Identification and Display of Freehand Regions of Interest (ROIs) | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Automatic Registration | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Adjust Registration | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Criteria | Predicate Device | Subject Device | Comparison |
| | Softread Software (K040305) | MR Core Software | |
| Image subtraction of<br>two MR<br>series/datasets | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Study and Series<br>Linking | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Ability to launching<br>into Vitrea platform<br>for any advanced<br>applications | Yes | Yes | Same |
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#### Technology Comparison with the Reference Device .
| Criteria | Reference Device | Subject Device | Comparison |
|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------|------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| | Myrian (K091001) | MR Core Software | |
| Feature: Stitching | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Stitching feature<br>combines MR<br>images covering<br>distinct contiguous,<br>or slightly<br>overlapping, regions<br>of the human body<br>anatomy into one or<br>multiple images. | | | Note: The<br>added<br>"Stitching"<br>feature is similar<br>to the feature on<br>the already<br>cleared<br>Intrasense,<br>MYRIAN<br>("Reference<br>device")'s<br>"Image<br>Alignment"<br>feature by<br>K091001.<br>Therefore, the<br>added feature<br>does not raise<br>different<br>questions of<br>safety and<br>effectiveness. |
| Criteria | Predicate Device | Subject Device | Comparison |
| | Softread Software<br>(K040305) | MR Core Software | |
| Feature: Stitching<br>Stitching feature<br>combines MR<br>images covering<br>distinct contiguous,<br>or slightly<br>overlapping, regions<br>of the human body<br>anatomy into one or<br>multiple images. | No | Yes | The added feature<br>does not affect the<br>intended use or<br>fundamental scientific<br>technology of already<br>cleared Softread<br>software (K040305).<br>Note: The added<br>"Stitching" feature is<br>similar to the feature<br>on the already<br>cleared Intrasense,<br>MYRIAN ("Reference<br>device")'s "Image<br>Alignment" feature by<br>K091001. Therefore,<br>the added feature<br>does not raise<br>different questions of<br>safety and<br>effectiveness. |
| Restricted Modality<br>Support<br>The current version<br>of MR Core only<br>supports MR<br>modality. | Multi-modality | MR | The support for<br>additional modalities<br>is available in the<br>predicate device but<br>not in the subject<br>device.<br>Therefore, they do<br>not raise different<br>questions of safety<br>and effectiveness of<br>the subject device. |
| Restricted<br>Features<br>The current version<br>of MR Core does not<br>support "Image<br>Filtering" and "Image<br>Set Splitting"<br>features. | • Image Filtering<br>• Image Set<br>Splitting | None | These additional<br>features are available<br>in the predicate<br>device but not in the<br>subject device.<br>Therefore, they do<br>not raise different<br>questions of safety |
| Criteria | Predicate Device | Subject Device | Comparison |
| | Softread Software<br>(K040305) | MR Core Software | |
| | | | and effectiveness of<br>the subject device. |
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#### Differences in Technology with the Predicate Device .
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#### ● Substantial Equivalence Analysis
The enhancements in the software do not affect the intended use or alter the fundamental scientific technology of legally marketed Softread software (K040305). The modified Softread software (known as MR Core) has the same indications for use, principle of operation, and performs similar technological functions as the already cleared Softread software (K040305) (Predicate Device). The added "Stitching" feature is similar to the already cleared Intrasense, Myrian software (K091001) (Reference Device). The modifications are not consequential from the standpoint of device operation, safety, effectiveness or intended use.
Any minor differences noted have been explained and do not raise different questions of safety or effectiveness when used as labeled. The implemented design controls, risk management activities, labeling, and the performed verification and validation tests demonstrate the safety and efficacy of the device is equivalent to the predicate device. Based on the comparison data and test data, Vital Images believes the subject device should be found substantially equivalent to the predicate device.
### Summary of Non-Clinical Tests:
The changes to the Softread software were designed, developed and tested according to written procedures that included applying risk management. Software testing was completed to ensure the new features operate according to their requirements.
Testing included verification, validation, and evaluation on previously acquired medical images. The following quality assurance measures were applied to the development:
- Risk Management .
- Requirements reviews ●
- Code designs
- Code reviews ●
- Design reviews ●
- Verification of the software that included performance and safety testing ●
- Validation of the software – that included simulated usability testing by independent experienced medical professionals.
### Risk Management:
Each risk pertaining to this feature has been individually assessed to determine if the benefits outweigh the risk. Every risk has been reduced as low as possible and has been evaluated to have a probability of occurrence of harm of at least "Remote". All risks for this feature were collectively reviewed to determine if the benefits outweigh the risk. Based on the post market information contained in our Clinical Evaluation Report, injury or death is very rare for our product and products similar to ours. Because of this history and because of the risk control measures included in this feature, it is believed that the risk for the feature as a whole is extremely low. Taking into account all risks against the benefits of this feature, it has been assessed that the benefits do outweigh the risks for this feature.
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During the design review, the following conclusions were reached:
- All risks were reduced as low as possible ●
- The medical benefits of the device outweigh the residual risk for each individual risk . and all risks together
- . The overall residual risk for the project is deemed acceptable
### Verification:
The software verification team's primary goal was to assure that the software fully satisfies all expected system requirements and features. Test cases were executed against the system features and requirements. As a part of creating the test cases, the verification team reviewed and monitored the Requirements Traceability Matrix ("RTM") to ensure coverage of the items within the RTM.
### Validation:
The software validation team's primary goal was assuring the software conforms to user needs and intended use. The validation team conducted workflow testing that provided evidence that the system requirements and features were implemented, reviewed and met.
### External Validation:
During external validation of MR Core software, experienced medical professionals evaluated the application. All validators confirmed that the MR Core software fulfills its intended uses.
### Summary of Clinical Tests:
The subject of traditional 510(k) notification, MR Core software, did not require clinical studies to support safety and effectiveness of the software.
### Cyber and Information Security:
- Confidentiality
The Vitrea platform (K150258) relies on built in Windows Login security to limit access to the system. The Vitrea platform can only be installed and configured by an administrator of the Windows machine.
#### . Intearitv
The Vitrea platform complies with the DICOM standard for transfer and storage of this data and does not modify the contents of DICOM instances.
#### . Availability
The Vitrea platform is always available to the logged on user as long as the Windows machine itself is properly maintained.
#### . Accountability
The Vitrea platform includes an audit capability that tracks authenticated and authorized user operations along with information on what data was accessed. Vitrea audit logs are time stamped, enabling correlation with Windows system logging to track information accessed by a user.
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### Performance Standards:
The FDA has not established mandatory performance standards and no special controls exist for this device. General software verification and validation tests were conducted to confirm proper function of the device's features.
| Standard No. | Standards<br>Organization | Standard Title | Version | Date |
|---------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------|------------|
| PS 3.1-3.20<br>(2011)<br>(Recognition<br>Number 12-238) | NEMA | Digital Imaging and<br>Communications in<br>Medicine (DICOM) Set<br>(Radiology) | 3 | 03/16/2012 |
| ISO 14971:2007<br>(Recognition<br>Number 5-70) | AAMI / ANSI<br>/ ISO | Medical Devices -<br>Applications of Risk<br>Management to Medical<br>Devices | 2007 | 03/16/2012 |
| IEC 62304:2006<br>(Recognition<br>Number 13-32) | AAMI / ANSI<br>/ IEC | Medical Device Software -<br>Software Life Cycle<br>Processes (Software /<br>Informatics) | 2006 | 08/20/2012 |
The MR Core software complies with the following voluntary recognized consensus standards:
### Conclusion:
Vital Images believes that the MR Core software application has the same intended use and indications and similar principle of operation, and technological characteristics as the predicate and reference devices. Any minor differences noted have been explained and do not raise different questions of safety or effectiveness when used as labeled. The implemented design controls, risk management activities, labeling, and performed tests demonstrate the safety and efficacy of the device in comparison to the predicate device. Based on the comparison data and test data, Vital Images believes the subject device should be found substantially equivalent to the predicate device. The MR Core software device is as safe and effective as the predicate device.
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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.