ArgenIS Titanium Abutments are intended to be single use available by prescription only in the construction of dental restorations supported by the endosseous dental implant. The ArgenIs Titanium Abutments are designed to specifically fit an individual patient's needs of the final restoration. All digitally designed abutments files are intended to be sent to Argen manufacturer for milling.
Device Story
ArgenIS Titanium Abutments are patient-specific dental abutments milled from Titanium-6AL-4V ELI alloy. The process begins with digital design files sent to the Argen manufacturer, which are then milled to create a custom abutment with a pre-milled interface matching specific implant systems. The device is used in dental laboratories and clinics; it is fixed to the endosseous implant using a prosthetic screw. The system includes a final screw for clinical use and a lab screw for construction to prevent damage to the final component. The abutment supports the final prosthetic restoration, aiding in the restoration of dental function and aesthetics. It is intended for single use by prescription only.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. No clinical data provided. Testing included tolerance analysis for implant/abutment interface compatibility, dimensional verification, and functional fit checks. Fatigue testing was performed on worst-case samples (smallest diameter/shortest length) per ISO 14801. Biocompatibility and sterilization parameters were leveraged from previously cleared Sterngold devices.
Technological Characteristics
Material: Titanium-6AL-4V ELI alloy. Design: Patient-specific, machined. Interface: Pre-milled to match specific implant platforms (Nobel Biocare, Straumann, Astra Tech). Dimensions: Gingival height 0-6mm, post length >=4.0mm, wall thickness >=0.65mm, angulation up to 30°. Sterilization: Moist heat (steam). Connectivity: Digital file submission for manufacturing.
Indications for Use
Indicated for use in patients requiring dental restorations supported by endosseous dental implants. The device is a patient-specific abutment used to support prosthetic restorations (e.g., crowns, bridges).
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An endosseous dental implant abutment is a premanufactured prosthetic component directly connected to the endosseous dental implant and is intended for use as an aid in prosthetic rehabilitation.
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls). The guidance document entitled “Class II Special Controls Guidance Document: Root-Form Endosseous Dental Implants and Endosseous Dental Implant Abutments” will serve as the special control. (See § 872.1(e) for the availability of this guidance document.)
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
August 5, 2016
Argen Corporation % Ms. Maria Rao Regulatory Consultant Sterngold Dental, LLC 23 Frank Mossberg Drive Attleboro, Massachusetts 02703
Re: K160248
Trade/Device Name: ArgenIS Titanium Abutments Regulation Number: 21 CFR 872.3630 Regulation Name: Endosseous Dental Implant Abutment Regulatory Class: II Product Code: NHA Dated: June 30, 2016 Received: July 1, 2016
Dear Ms. Rao:
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,
Tina Kiang
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Tina Kiang, Ph.D. Acting 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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510(k) Number (if known):
Device Name: ArgenIS Titanium Abutments
### Indications for Use:
ArgenIS Titanium Abutments are intended to be single use available by prescription only in the construction of dental restorations supported by the endosseous dental implant. The ArgenIs Titanium Abutments are designed to specifically fit an individual patient's needs of the final restoration. All digitally designed abutments files are intended to be sent to Argen manufacturer for milling. The ArgenIS Titanium Abutments are compatible with the following implant systems:
| IMPLANT BRAND<br>NAME | PLATFORM | Manufacturer | Implant Trade<br>Name | Implant<br>Line/Connection | Implant<br>Diameter |
|---------------------------------|-----------|--------------------------|---------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------|
| Nobel Biocare Replace<br>Select | 6.0mm | Nobel Biocare USA | Nobel Replace<br>Tapered<br>Conical<br>Connection | Nobel Replace<br>Internal Conical<br>Connection WP | 6.0mm |
| Nobel Biocare Active | 3.5mm | Nobel Biocare AB | NobelActive<br>Internal<br>Connection<br>Implant | Nobel Active<br>Internal Conn.<br>RP and NP | 3.0, 3.5, 4.3,<br>5.0mm |
| Nobel Biocare Active | 4.3/5.0mm | Nobel Biocare AB | NobelActive<br>Internal<br>Connection<br>Implant | Nobel Active<br>Internal Conn.<br>RP and NP | 3.0, 3.5, 4.3,<br>5.0mm |
| Straumann Bone Level | 3.3mm | Straumann USA | Straumann<br>Bone Level<br>Tapered<br>Implants | Bone Level<br>Internal Conn.<br>NC | 3.3mm |
| Straumann Bone Level | 4.1/4.8mm | Straumann USA | Straumann<br>Bone Level<br>Tapered<br>Implants | Bone Level<br>Internal Conn.<br>RC | 4.1, 4.8mm |
| Straumann Synocta | 4.8mm | Institut Straumann<br>AG | Straumann<br>Dental Implant | Synocta Implant<br>Internal Conn.<br>4.8mm RN (Reg.<br>Neck) | 4.8, 6.5mm |
| Straumann Synocta | 6.5mm | Institut Straumann<br>AG | Straumann<br>Dental Implant | Synocta Implant<br>Internal Conn.<br>6.5mm (Wide<br>Neck) | 4.8, 6.5mm |
| Astra Tech OsseoSpeed | 3.5/4.0mm | Astra Tech AB | AstraTech<br>Implant<br>OsseoSpeed | OsseoSpeed<br>Internal Conical<br>Connection RP | 3.6, 4.2, 4.8mm |
| Astra Tech OsseoSpeed | 4.5/5.0mm | Astra Tech AB | AstraTech<br>Implant<br>OsseoSpeed<br>Plus | OsseoSpeed Plus<br>Internal Conical<br>Connection RP | 3.0, 3.5, 4.0, 4.5,<br>5.0mm |
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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)
Prescription Use _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ (Part 21 CFR 801 Subparts D) AND/OR
Over-the -Counter Use (21 CFR 807 Subpart D)
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### 510(k) Summary
- 1. Sponsor: The Argen Corporation 5855 Oberlin Drive San Diego, CA 92121
- 2. Contact: Paul Cascone Senior Vice-President of Research & Development Phone: 858-455-7900
- 3. Date: August 3, 2016
- 4. Trade Name: ArgenIS Titanium Abutments
- 5. Common Name: Implant Abutment
- 6. Classification Name: Endosseous Dental Implant Abutment
- 7. Classification: 872.3630, Class II
- 8. Product Code: NHA
- 9. Legally Marketed Device to which Equivalence is claimed (Predicate Devices):
#### 9.1 Primary Predicate:
Trade Name: ArgenIS 510(k) Number: K143051 Regulation Number: 872.3630 Classification Code: NHA Device Classification Name: Endosseous Dental Implant Abutment
#### 9.2 Reference Device No. 2
Trade Name: Nobel Biocare Replace 510(k) Number: K022424 Regulation Number: 872.3640 Classification Code: DZE Device Classification Name: Implant, Endosseous, Root-Form
#### 9.3 Reference Device No. 3
Trade Name: Nobel Biocare Active 510(k) Number: K102436, K071370, K142260 Regulation Number: 872.3640 Classification Code: DZE Device Classification Name: Implant, Endosseous, Root-Form
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#### 9.4 Reference Device No. 4
Trade Name: Straumann Bone Level 510(k) Number: K083550, K121131 Regulation Number: 872.3640 Classification Code: DZE Device Classification Name: Implant, Endosseous, Root-Form
#### 9.5 Reference Device No. 5
Trade Name: Straumann Dental Implant System 510(k) Number: K033243 Regulation Number: 872.3640 Classification Code: DZE Device Classification Name: Implant, Endosseous, Root-Form
#### 9.6 Reference Device No. 6
Trade Name: Astra Tech Implants OsseoSpeed 510(k) Number: K024111 Regulation Number: 872.3640 Classification Code: DZE Device Classification Name: Endosseous Dental Implant Abutment
### 10.0 Description of Device:
Argen IS Titanium Abutments are designed specifically for an Individual patient and then
milled from a Titanium blank with a pre-milled interface correlating to a specific implant system. This abutment can be fixed in the laboratory model work containing the implant analog for final construction of the related prosthetic restoration. The Argen IS Titanium Abutments are then intended to be fixed in the mouth with the included prosthetic screw. The Argen IS Titanium Abutments are supplied with 2 screws (1) A Final Screw for fixing to the endosseuos Implant. (2) A lab screw for Laboratory use during construction of related restoration to avoid any damage to the final prosthetic screw will be marked "final Screw". The final screw must be torqued on the endosseuos Implant with the specific torque setting provided. The device is finalized at the Argen facility and provided to the dental laboratory in a final patient specific form.
Minimum and Maximum Gingival Height is 0-6mm
Minimum diameter at abutment/implant interface is 3.5mm to interface base
Maximum length of abutment from abutment/implant interface is 12.5mm
Minimum length of abutment post (length above the abutment collar/gingival height) is 4.0mm.
Minimum wall thickness at abutment/implant interface is 0.65mm
Maximal angle in relationship to the long axis of implant is 30°
The available range of diameters and connection type is summarized on the table below:
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### 11. Intended Use
ArgenIS Titanium Abutments are intended to be single use available by prescription only in the construction of dental restorations supported by the endosseous dental implant. The ArgenIs Titanium Abutments are designed to specifically fit an individual patient's needs of the final restoration. All digitally designed abutments files are intended to be sent to Argen manufacturer for milling.
The ArgenIS Titanium Abutments are compatible with the following implant systems:
| IMPLANT BRAND NAME | PLATFORM | Manufacturer | Implant Trade Name | Implant Line/Connection | Implant Diameter |
|------------------------------|-----------|-----------------------|------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------|----------------------|
| Nobel Biocare Replace Select | 6.0mm | Nobel Biocare USA | Nobel Replace Tapered Conical Connection | Nobel Replace Internal Conical Connection WP | 6.0mm |
| Nobel Biocare Active | 3.5mm | Nobel Biocare AB | NobelActive Internal Connection Implant | Nobel Active Internal Connection RP and NP | 3.0, 3.5, 4.3, 5.0mm |
| Nobel Biocare Active | 4.3/5.0mm | Nobel Biocare AB | NobelActive Internal Connection Implant | Nobel Active Internal Connection RP and NP | 3.0, 3.5, 4.3, 5.0mm |
| Straumann Bone Level | 3.3mm | Straumann USA | Straumann Bone Level Tapered Implants | Bone Level Internal Connection NC | 3.3mm |
| Straumann Bone Level | 4.1/4.8mm | Straumann USA | Straumann Bone Level Tapered Implants | Bone Level Internal Connection RC | 4.1, 4.8mm |
| Straumann Synocta | 4.8mm | Institut Straumann AG | Straumann Dental Implant | Synocta Implant Internal Connection 4.8mm RN (Reg. Neck) | 4.8, 6.5mm |
| Straumann Synocta | 6.5mm | Institut Straumann AG | Straumann Dental Implant | Synocta Implant Internal Connection 6.5mm (Wide Neck) | 4.8, 6.5mm |
| Astra Tech OsseoSpeed | 3.5/4.0mm | Astra Tech U.S.A. | AstraTech Implant OsseoSpeed | OsseoSpeed Internal Conical Connection RP | 3.5/4.0mm |
| Astra Tech OsseoSpeed | 4.5/5.0mm | Astra Tech U.S.A. | AstraTech Implant System OsseoSpeed | OsseoSpeed Plus Internal Conical Connection RP | 4.5/5.0mm |
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### 12. Technological Characteristics
The Argen IS Titanium Abutments are substantially equivalent to the currentlmarketed predicate devices. The intended use, basic design, fundamental operating principles, materials, technology and processes are the same as other Sterngold dental devices previously cleared by FDA.
### 13. Substantial Equivalence
The Argen IS Titanium Abutments are substantially equivalent to the currently marketed predicate devices. The intended use, basic design, fundamental operating principles and materials are the same as the predicate devices. Compatibility and substantial equivalency was determined by comparing the design features including diameters, lengths, materials, implant-to-abutment connection platform and intended use of proposed devices to predicate devices. Indications for Use and abutment design parameters are the same or similar to the predicate devices. Minor changes in descriptive terms used in the indications for use do not change the intended use of the proposed device. Any differences between the proposed devices and predicate devices do not render the device NSE. See Substantial Equivalence Comparison table below.
## 14. Performance Data
Bench testing was conducted to evaluate and determine conformance to performance specifications and functionality according to its intended use.
Testing included tolerance analysis to ensure abutment/implant interface compatibility. Functional fit checks of abutment blank to compatible implant and prosthetic screw. Testing showed correct functionality of the device as per its intended use, including dimensional compatibility, and mechanical performance. Fatigue testing was conducted on worst case scenario samples. Worst case scenario was defined as the smallest diameter and shortest length from each platform. The worst case scenarios from each of the proposed platforms were tested per ISO 14801.
The Argen IS Titanium Abutments have the same sterilization process and parameters, and biocompatibility as previous cleared Sterngold devices. As a result, they are substantial equivalent to its predicates. No changes were made that would affect the bio-compatibility and sterilization validation previously conducted.
Non-clinical test data was used to support the substantially equivalence claim. The non- clinical testing consisted of tolerance analysis of platforms to ensure implant/abutment compatibility, dimensional verification and implant mating checks. The evaluation was based on FDA guidance "Class II Special Controls Guidance Document: Root-Form Endosseous Dental Implants and Endosseous Dental Implant Abutments."
The summary of technological characteristics, tolerance analysis, and functional testing indicate that the device is substantially equivalent for its intended use and performs as well as the predicate devices.
### 15. Conclusion
Based on the above analysis, technological characteristics and performance testing, the Argen IS Titanium Abutments are substantially equivalent in intended use, material, design and performance to its predicate devices. The Argen IS Titanium Abutments do not create any new risks or increased risks compared to the predicate devices. The summary of technological characteristics and performance testing indicate that the device is substantially equivalent to its predicate devices.
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# The Argen Corporation
Abbreviated 510(k) Premarket Notification
# ArgenIS Titanium Abutment Blanks
| Features | New Device | Primary Predicate | Reference 2 | Reference 3 | Reference 4 | Reference 5 | Reference 6 |
|-------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| | ArgenIS Titanium Abutments<br>The Argen Corporation | Argen IS Titanium<br>Abutments<br>K143051<br>The Argen Corporation | Nobel Replace Tapered<br>Conical Connection<br>Nobel Biocare U.S.A.<br>K022424 | Nobel Active Implants<br>Nobel Biocare US.A.<br>K102436, K071370,<br>K142260 | Straumann Bone<br>Level<br>K083550, K121131<br>Straumann USA | Synocta Implants<br>K033243<br>Straumann USA | Astra Tech Implants<br>OsseoSpeed<br>K024111<br>Astra Tech |
| Material | Titanium-6AL-4 Vanadium<br>ELI Alloy | Titanium-6AL-4<br>Vanadium ELI Alloy | CP Titanium | CP Titanium | CP Titanium | CP Titanium | CP Titanium |
| Prosthetic<br>Connection | Nobel Biocare Replace Select<br>6.0mm<br>Nobel Biocare Active<br>Straumann Bone Level,<br>Straumann Synocta,<br>Astra Tech OsseoSpeed | Nobel Biocare Replace<br>Select<br>Biomet 3i Certain<br>Straumann SynOcta<br>Zimmer Tapered Screw-<br>Vent | Nobel Replace Tapered<br>Conical Abutments | Nobel Biocare Active | Straumann Bone<br>Level | Straumann SynOcta | Astra OsseoSpeed<br>3.5/4.0mm and 4.5/5.0mm |
| Indications for Use | ArgenIS Titanium<br>Abutments are intended<br>to be single use available<br>by prescription only in<br>the construction of dental<br>restorations supported by<br>the endosseuos dental<br>implant. The ArgenIs<br>Titanium abutments are<br>designed to specifically<br>fit an individual patient's<br>needs of final restoration.<br>All digitally designed<br>abutment files are<br>intended to be sent to<br>Argen manufacturer for<br>milling. | ArgenIS patient specific<br>abutments are intended to<br>be single use available by<br>prescription only to<br>dental professionals<br>(dental technicians and<br>Dentists) in the<br>constructions of dental<br>restorations supported by<br>endosseuos dental<br>implants. The Argen IS<br>Abutment is designed to<br>specifically fit an<br>individual pateints needs<br>in order to more naturally<br>support the tissue,<br>esthetics, and functions<br>of the final restoration. | The Replace HA Coated Implant<br>is both for single-stage or two-<br>stage surgical procedures and<br>cement or screw retained<br>restorations. The Replace HA<br>Coated Implant is intended for<br>immediate placement and<br>function on single tooth and/or<br>multiple tooth applications in<br>good quality bone (type I or<br>type II bone), to restore<br>chewing function. Multiple<br>tooth applications may be<br>splinted with a bar. . | Intended to be<br>surgically placed in the<br>bone of the upper or<br>lower jaw arches to<br>provide support for<br>prosthetic devices,<br>such as an artificial<br>tooth, in order to<br>restore patient<br>esthetics and chewing<br>function. | Intended for the<br>treatment of oral<br>endosteal<br>implantation in the<br>upper and lower jaw<br>and for functional<br>and esthetic oral<br>rehabilitation of<br>edentulous and<br>partially dentate<br>patients. | Abutments are<br>intended to be<br>placed into dental<br>implants to provide<br>support for<br>prosthetic<br>reconstruction such<br>as crowns or<br>bridges. The ITI<br>synOcta Measo<br>abutments are<br>indicated for<br>cemented<br>restorations in<br>esthetic areas of the<br>mouth. The<br>abutment can be<br>used in single tooth<br>replacements and<br>multiple tooth<br>restorations. | Intended for endosseous<br>implantation in the<br>mandible and maxilla<br>supporting single-tooth<br>replacements, partial and<br>total fixed/fixed detachable<br>bridges and overdentures.<br>One or two stage surgical<br>procedure can be used.<br>When using one stage<br>surgical protocol,<br>immediate loading may be<br>applied in the anterior<br>mandibular region if at<br>least four implants are<br>splinted with a bar, or a<br>continuous suprastructure. |
| Implant Diameters,<br>Lengths | 3.3mm , 3.5mm, 4.0mm,<br>4.1mm, 4.3mm, 4.5mm,<br>4.8mm, 6.0mm, 6.5mm | 3.25mm - 6.0mm | Diameters 3.5mm, 4.3mm,<br>5.0mm, 6.0mm<br>Lengths 10mm, 13mm, 16mm | Diameters 3.0mm,<br>3.5mm, 4.3mm,<br>5.0mm<br>Lengths: 10- 15mm | Diameters 3.3mm,<br>4.1mm, 4.8mm<br>Lengths 8mm,<br>10mm, 12mm, 14mm | Diameters 4.8mm,<br>6.5mm | Diameters 3.5mm, 4.0mm,<br>4.5 mm, 5.0mm<br>Lengths 8mm, - 19mm, |
| Type of Retention | Screw-retained to the implant.<br>The prosthesis can be cement-<br>retained to the abutment. | Screw-retained to the<br>implant. The prosthesis<br>can be cement-retained to<br>the abutment. | Screw-retained to the implant.<br>The prosthesis can be cement-<br>retained to the abutment. | Screw-retained to the<br>implant. The<br>prosthesis can<br>be cement-retained to<br>the abutment. | Screw-retained to the<br>implant. The<br>prosthesis can<br>be cement-retained to<br>the abutment. | Screw-retained to<br>the implant. The<br>prosthesis can<br>be cement-retained<br>to the abutment. | Screw-retained to the<br>implant. The prosthesis can<br>be cement-retained to the<br>abutment. |
| Manufacturing<br>Process | Machining | Machining | Machining | Machining | Machining | Machining | Machining |
| Abutment<br>Sterilization | Moist Heat (Steam) | Moist Heat (Steam) | Moist Heat (Steam) | Moist Heat (Steam) | Moist Heat (Steam) | Moist Heat (Steam) | Moist Heat (Steam) |
| Abutment<br>Angulation | 0° - 30° | 0° - 30° | 0° - 30° | 0° - 30° | 0° - 25° | 0° - 20° | 0° - 20° |
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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.