K161038 · Gyrus Acmi, Inc. · GEI · Oct 7, 2016 · General, Plastic Surgery
Device Facts
Record ID
K161038
Device Name
PK Morcellator
Applicant
Gyrus Acmi, Inc.
Product Code
GEI · General, Plastic Surgery
Decision Date
Oct 7, 2016
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 878.4400
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
The PK Morcellator is intended for cutting, and extracting tissue in laparoscopic gynecologic procedures. It is recommended to use the PK Morcellator in conjunction with the PneumoLiner containment device (WA90500US) for removal of uterine tissue.
Device Story
Pistol-grip laparoscopic power morcellator; features axially oriented 15cm hollow shaft (15mm OD/12mm ID). Uses bipolar RF energy for tissue cutting; incorporates distal lip for 'peeling' tissue removal rather than 'coring'. Includes active smoke evacuation system with intermittent/constant modes; elastomeric reducer at proximal shaft allows grasper passage while maintaining pneumoperitoneum. Operated by surgeons in clinical/OR settings; connects to electrosurgical generator (e.g., Olympus ESG-400). Clinician uses 'ski-pole' or pistol grip to manipulate device; output is resected tissue extracted through shaft. Designed for use with PneumoLiner containment device to mitigate risks during uterine tissue removal. Benefits include improved visibility via smoke evacuation and efficient tissue extraction.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Evaluated using bovine tongue tissue model (representing uterine tissue) and porcine/bovine blood for eschar simulation. Testing confirmed device performance, seal integrity, suction flow rates, and compatibility with PneumoLiner containment system. Usability validated via surgeon feedback and animal models.
Technological Characteristics
Bipolar electrosurgical cutting; pistol-grip form factor; 15cm shaft length; 15mm OD/12mm ID. Materials include stainless steel and polymers. Sterilized via ethylene oxide (10-6 SAL). Active smoke evacuation system. Complies with IEC 60601-1 and IEC 60601-2-2. Single-use.
Indications for Use
Indicated for cutting and extracting tissue during laparoscopic gynecologic procedures, specifically for the removal of uterine tissue when used with the PneumoLiner containment device.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An electrosurgical cutting and coagulation device and accessories is a device intended to remove tissue and control bleeding by use of high-frequency electrical current.
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
October 7, 2016
Gyrus Acmi, Inc. Graham Baillie Regulatory Affairs Manager 136 Turnpike Rd Southborough, Massachusetts 02649
Re: K161038
Trade/Device Name: PK Morcellator Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.4400 Regulation Name: Electrosurgical Cutting And Coagulation Device And Accessories Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: GEI, HET Dated: September 21, 2016 Received: September 26, 2016
Dear Graham Baillie:
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Benjamin R. Fisher, Ph.D. Director Division of Reproductive, Gastro-Renal, and Urological Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K161038
Device Name PK Morcellator
Indications for Use (Describe)
PK Morcellator WA90200A
The PK Morcellator is intended for cutting, and extracting tissue in laparoscopic gynecologic procedures. It is recommended to use the PK Morcellator in containment device (WA90500US) for removal of uterine tissue.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
2 Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
_ Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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K161038 Oct 6, 2016
## 510(k) Summary K161038 Olympus PK Morcellator
# General Information
| Manufacturer: | Gyrus Medical Ltd.<br>Fortran Road, St. Mellons<br>Cardiff, United Kingdom CF3 0LT |
|------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Establishment Registration Number: | 9617070 |
| 510(k) Submitter: | Gyrus ACMI, Inc.<br>136 Turnpike Rd.<br>Southborough, MA 01772-2104 |
| Establishment Registration Number: | 3003790304 |
| Contact Person: | Graham A. L. Baillie<br>Regulatory Affairs Manager |
| Date Prepared: | Oct 6, 2016 |
**Device Identification**
| Classification Name: | Laparoscope, Gynecologic and<br>accessories (21 CFR 884.1720), Class II,<br>Obstetrics/Gynecology Panel;<br>Electrosurgical cutting and coagulation<br>device and accessories<br>(21 CFR 878.4400), Class II<br>General and Plastic Surgery Panel |
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| Procode(s): | GEI: Electrosurgical, Cutting &<br>Coagulation & Accessories<br>HET: Laparoscope, Gynecologic (And<br>Accessories) |
| Trade Name: | PK Morcellator |
| Generic/Common Name: | Laparoscopic Power Morcellator |
| Device name / Model Number | PK Morcellator / WA90200A |
**Predicate Device**
| Gyrus ACMI PKS Plasma Morcellator | K080093 |
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No recalls reported for predicate device
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## Device Description
The proposed PK Morcellator is configured in an ergonomically friendly pistol grip configuration, and includes an axially oriented hollow shaft. The pistol grip integrates the electrical connection cable that allows bipolar RF energy to be supplied by the electrosurgical generator to the tissue site located at the distal end of the hollow shaft. The design of the pistol grip body is such that a clinician mav utilize a "ski-pole" grip on the Morcellator body, if that is their preference. The proposed PK Morcellator incorporates an improved smoke evacuation system to provide improved visibility during procedures. Smoke management can alternate between intermittent or constant by activating a trigger lock on the handle.
The hollow shaft of the Morcellator has an operative length of approximately 15 cm, extending distally from the pistol grip body. The surface of the Morcellator shaft is smooth, allowing the device to be introduced to the operative site through a trocar cannula seal, or with the use of the optional obturator, through an abdominal port. To facilitate optimal placement of the device during laparoscopic procedures, a depth stop normally located at the distal end of the pistol grip (at the junction of the pistol grip and Morcellator shaft), may be moved distally along the Morcellator shaft. The shaft has a nominal outer diameter of 15 mm. and a nominal inner diameter of 12 mm. The proximal end of the shaft also includes an elastomeric reducer that permits the passage of a grasper to the operative site and removal of tissue from the operative site, while preventing loss of pnuemoperitoneum.
### Intended Use
### "PK Morcellator WA90200A
The PK Morcellator is intended for cutting, and extracting tissue in laparoscopic gynecologic procedures. It is recommended to use the PK Morcellator in conjunction with the PneumoLiner containment device (WA90500US) for removal of uterine tissue."
Comparison with predicate intended use:
The predicate PKS Morcellator (K080093) was cleared with the following intended use statement:
"The Gyrus ACMI PKS Plasma Morcellator is intended for cutting, coring, and extracting tissue in various operative laparoscopy procedures, including laparoscopic general surgical procedures, laparoscopic urological procedures, and laparoscopic gynecologic procedures."
Differences between the proposed and predicate statements:
- . The name has been modified from Gyrus ACMI PKS Plasma Morcellator to PK Morcellator.
- Coring has been deleted from the proposed K161038 intended for use statement. ●
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Comment: The proposed PK Morcellator has a lip on the distal tip that allows a "peeling" removal of tissue as compared to the predicate "coring" technique.
- . Laparoscopic general surgical procedures and laparoscopic urological procedures have been deleted from the proposed intended use.
Comment: The bovine tongue tissue model evaluated in this submission is a more appropriate model for laparoscopic gynecological indications.
- The proposed statement now recommends the use the PK Morcellator in conjunction with the PneumoLiner containment device (WA90500US) for removal of uterine tissue
Comment: Validation testing confirmed the compatibility, safety and efficacy of the PK Morcellator when used with the ASC Pneumoliner for the removal of uterine tissue.
The aforementioned differences between the predicate and proposed indications do not affect the safety and effectiveness of the device and do not alter the intended surgical use of the device.
## Comparison of Technological Characteristics
The proposed PK Morcellator utilizes bipolar electrosurgical energy to cut tissue which is the same as the predicate PKS Plasma Morcellator. In addition the proposed PK Morcellator is dimensionally similar to the PKS Plasma Morcellator, having similar Morcellator shaft diameters. Like the predicate device the proposed PK Morcellator utilizes a pistol grip Morcellator with a hollow shaft through which a grasper is passed to grasp tissue to be resected. The proposed and predicate morcellators are sterilized for single use only.
The subject and predicate devices have similar technology, principles of operation, performance, dimensions and materials. A side-by-side comparison of the marketed and proposed devices is provided below.
| Feature | Predicate K080093 | Proposed |
|---------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Working Length | 15 cm | 15 cm |
| Shaft ID/OD | 12 mm / 15mm | 12 mm / 15 mm |
| Distal tip OD | 15 mm | 15 mm |
| Mode of tissue dissection | Bipolar RF energy | Bipolar RF energy |
| Morcellation technique | "Coring" morcellation technique<br>yields round slugs of tissue<br>removal | A lip added to distal cutting<br>tip promotes a more efficient<br>"Peeling" method of tissue<br>morcellation |
| Generator Compatibility | Gyrus PK SuperPulse; and Gyrus<br>General Surgery Workstation | Olympus ESG-400 |
| Power Input | 300W max., 200W nominal | 300W max., 200W nominal |
| Sterilization | 10-6 SAL, by Ethylene Oxide | 10-6 SAL, by Ethylene Oxide |
| Electrical Safety | Meets IEC 60601-1, IEC60601-2-2 | Meets IEC 60601-1,<br>IEC60601-2-2 |
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| Feature | Predicate K080093 | Proposed |
|-------------------|--------------------------|--------------------------|
| Grasper Shaft/Jaw | Anodized Aluminum/SS 303 | N/A No Graspers included |
| Smoke Evacuation | Passive | Active |
## Summary of Non-Clinical Testing
Biocompatibility testing on all patient contacting surfaces has been performed in compliance to relevant requirements of ISO-10993. Biocompatibility testing included the following tests:
- ISO 10993-5, 2009 Biological evaluation of medical devices Part5: Tests for ● in vitro cytotoxicity
- ISO 10993-10, 2010 Biological evaluation of medical devices. Tests for irritation and sensitization
- ISO 10993-11:2006. Biological evaluation of medical devices. Tests for ● systemic toxicity
The Olympus PK Morcellator will be delivered in a sterile state and is intended for single patient use only. Sterilization (ethylene oxide) and packaging of the device was validated using the following standards:
- ANSI/AAMI/ISO 11607-1, 2006 Packaging for terminally sterilized medical ● devices - Part 1: Requirements for materials, sterile barrier systems and packaging systems
- ANSI/AAMI/ISO 11135-1, 2007 Sterilization of health-care products -● ethylene oxide - Requirements for the development, validation and routine control of a sterilization process for medical devices
Packaging integrity and performance testing on devices that had undergone accelerated aging support a labeled three year shelf life.
Electrical safety and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) testing were conducted on the PK Morcellator. The device complies with the following standards:
- AAMI/ANSI ES60601-1:2005/(R)2012, C1:2009/(R)2012 and . A2:2010/(R)2012 Medical electrical equipment - Part1: General Requirements for basic safety and essential performance
- IEC 60601-2-2: 2009 Medical electrical equipment. Particular requirements for the basic safety and essential performance of high frequency surgical equipment and high frequency surgical accessories
### Bench Testing
Bovine tongue was selected as the tissue model for the PK Morcellator representing normal uterine tissue along with porcine/bovine blood to provide comparable eschar
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build up and ingress at the tip of the device as would occur during a procedure. The following non-clinical/bench performance tests were conducted without the containment device:
| Test Ref | Description | Objective |
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| VE28 | Device HF Dielectric<br>Strength Test | Device to withstand specified peak voltage for 30 secs<br>when wrapped in a saline soaked cloth. No breakdown<br>of the insulation shall occur |
| VE20 | Device Mains Dielectric<br>Test | Device to withstand specified voltage when wrapped in<br>a saline soaked cloth for 30 secs. No breakdown of the<br>insulation or flash over. |
| VE31 | System Compatibility | Accurate default setting |
| VE54 | Cable Surface<br>Temperature Test | Over the duration of the procedure the temperature of<br>the cable shall not exceed specified temp for more than<br>1 minute. |
| VE22 | Device Through Cannula | Withstands insertion into 15mm cannula (3 times) |
| VE10 | Enteral Adaptor Strength<br>Test | Device withstands assembly with tubing |
| VE13 | Force to Depress Trigger -<br>Before Conditioning | Force to depress trigger must be between specified limits |
| VE29 | Suction, Flow Rate and<br>Leakage - Before<br>Conditioning | Flow rate between specified volume rate with a<br>specified suction pressure when trigger depressed<br>using Olympus KV5 Suction unit |
| | | Device must provide Constant suction<br>Loss of insufflant less than 1 L/min with -700 mm/Hg<br>suction pressure when trigger not activated and using<br>the Olympus KV-5 suction unit |
| VE34 | Trigger Assembly<br>Endurance | Trigger must function after application of specified force for 225 cycles |
| VE13 | Force to Depress Trigger -<br>After Conditioning | Force to depress trigger must be between specified limits. |
| VE52 | Distal Tip Seal Test | No leak path permissible between outer shaft and<br>overmold active ring at 50 mm/Hg |
| VE19 | Obturation (Normal use) | No damage to device after application of specified<br>Torsional force, during inspection.<br>No damage to device after application of specified<br>force applied to obturator during normal use. |
| VE26 | Seal Durability | Leakage through shaft valve less than specified rate<br>when no instrument inserted and no significant damage<br>(tear or section removed >3mm) on inspection<br>Leakage through shaft seal less than specified rate at<br>the end of the procedure. Using Storz 1x1 grasper for<br>50% of testing and the Olympus 3x2 for 50%<br>Loss of insufflant less than specified volume when<br>obturator is fully inserted<br>Loss to be less than specified volume over 10<br>insertions and retractions of the grasper after<br>completing morcellation. |
| Test Ref | Description | Objective |
| | | Loss of insufflation less than specified rate upon completion of morcellation<br>After completing morcellation with a 10mm instrument, leakage through shaft valve to be less than specified volume when no instrument inserted and no significant damage (tear or section removed >3mm) on inspection<br>Valve and Shaft seals intact after morcellating tissue<br>Valve and Shaft seals intact after insertion/retraction of 5mm adaptor (for specified cycles) |
| VE09 | Depth Stop Removal | Tip remains intact and functional after removal and after completing morcellation |
| VE14 | Force to Insert 5mm Adaptor | Force to insert meets specified acceptance criteria |
| VE16 | Force to Remove 5mm Adaptor | Force to remove adaptor to be meet specified acceptance criteria upon completion of morcellation. |
| VE15 | Force to Lock/Unlock Trigger | Force to unlock between specified limits. |
| VE21 | Tip Push Out Force | No damage to device after obturation.<br>Device withstands specified force at the tip, after completing morcellation. |
| VE37 | Cantilever Force Test | Intact and functioning after application of specified weight.<br>Meets force specification after completing morcellation. Tip to be positioned so that resultant torque force is applied to beak at 90°. |
| VE33 | Tip Force Test | Tip withstands specified force when removing depth gauge, after completing morcellation.<br>Tip withstands specified force when removing depth gauge, after completing morcellation.<br>> than specified force after completing morcellation.<br>Shaft withstands specified force when removing Depth Stop, after completing morcellation.<br>Device withstands >44.1 Ncm when removing depth gauge, after completing morcellation. |
| VE27 | Shaft Force Test | Tip remains functional and intact after completing morcellation<br>Meets specification after completing morcellation. |
| VE49 | Part B Drop Test | No unacceptable risk after drop test. No damaged or loose parts that could lead to user or patient harm |
| VE49 | Part C - Mold Stress Relief | No unacceptable risk after being heated to specified temp for 7 hours. No damaged or loose parts that could lead to user or patient harm. |
| 574414<br>ID 140.02 | Blister Peel Strength | Blister peel seal strength meets specification |
| VE05 | Cable Insulation Mains Dielectric Strength Test | Cable to withstand specified voltage when immersed in a bath of saline for 5 mins. No breakdown of the insulation shall occur |
| VE04 | Cable Insulation HF | Cable HF leakage shall not exceed the specified limit |
| Test Ref | Description | Objective |
| | Leakage Test | when wrapped in a saline soaked cloth and tested at<br>specified Vpeak |
| VE03 | Cable Insulation HF<br>Dielectric Strength Test | Cable to withstand specified peak voltage for 30 secs<br>after pre-conditioning in saline. A bare conductive wire<br>wrapped a maximum of 5 turns around the cable. No<br>breakdown of the insulation shall occur. |
| VE06 | Continuity | Active & Return resistance between tip and plug pins,<br>out of the box. |
| VE17 | Force to Remove<br>Obturator | Force to remove obturator meets specification |
| VE07 | Cutting Force | Maintains specified force for the duration of the<br>procedure. Using the same grasper for back-to-back<br>testing<br>Pull force equivalent or less than SORD I + G400 for<br>the duration of the procedure using the same grasper<br>for back-to-back testing |
| VE08 | Cutting Speed | Cutting speed equivalent or greater than SORD I +<br>G400 for the duration of the procedure using the same<br>grasper for back-to back testing |
| VE35 | Trigger Lock Force Test | Trigger lock must be able to withstand application of<br>specified force |
| VE36 | Trigger Lock Function<br>(Trigger Released) | No adverse effects by locking without depressing<br>trigger<br>Trigger lock must remain functioning after specified<br>cycle |
| VE46 | Cable Anchorage | The cord shall not have worked loose or show any<br>damage, including a short circuit, after oscillating for<br>specified cycles and cycle rate |
| VE32 | Tip Durability<br>(Conditioning) | Workstation must provide foot switching capability<br>Device is activated by footswitch<br>Compressive force after completing morcellation meets<br>specification<br>Maximum stall out force meets specification<br>Device tip successfully completes blanch test after 5<br>seconds<br>Only activates at active tip for the duration of the<br>procedure<br>Device remains functional (initial tissue mass of<br>1.425Kg)<br>Device remains intact and functioning after application<br>of specified impact force, throughout morcellation.<br>Using Jarit 1x1 grasper<br>Device driven by workstation |
| VE48 | Shaft Temperature Test | Over the duration of the procedure the temperature of<br>the device shall not exceed specified temperatures at<br>various time intervals. |
| VE51 | IPA Wipe Test on Shaft<br>Insertion Depth Markings | Remain clearly legible on completion of wipe test with<br>the following media; Methylated Spirits, Distilled<br>Water, IPA |
| Test Ref | Description | Objective |
| VE29 | Suction, Flow Rate and<br>Leakage Test<br>-After Conditioning | The minimum flow rate at the end of the procedure<br>(after morcellating tissue of initial mass ) to be equal to<br>or greater than specified limit |
| | | Loss of insufflant less than specified volume with -700<br>mm/Hg suction pressure when trigger not activated and<br>using Olympus KV-5 suction unit<br>Constant suction |
| VE32 | Tip Durability Part B –<br>Silicone Erosion | Silicone rubber erosion rate evaluated to be at<br>maximum specified rate<br>Detached fragments of silicone are not acceptable. |
| VE25 | 5mm Adaptor Retention | 5mm adaptor retained when Gyrus ACMI 5.5mm scope<br>inserted and removed |
| VE24 | 5mm Adaptor Endurance | Withstands specified insertion and removal cycles,<br>after completing morcellation |
| VE02 | Tip Grasper Force Test | Withstands specified rotational force after completing<br>morcellation |
| | | Intact and functioning after application of > 60N<br>impact, throughout morcellation. |
| | | Withstands specified rotational force after completing<br>morcellation |
| VE49 | IEC60601 Mechanical<br>Testing Part A – Push Test | No unacceptable risk after push test. No damaged or<br>loose parts that could lead to user or patient harm |
| VE23 | Obturation (Forseeable<br>Misuse) | Torsional force, during insertion meets specification<br>Force applied to the handle during foreseeable misuse. |
| VE30 | Force to Remove Filter<br>Assembly | No damage to device after application of specified<br>force after completing morcellation |
| 920315 | Dye Penetrant Test | Dye ingress permissible providing $≥$ 7.5mm of<br>'adhesive transfer seal width' remains intact |
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### Human Factors/Usability Engineering
Inputs to the PK Morcellator requirements have included user feedback from PKS PlasmaSORD, which has been in clinical use for over 5 years. The PK Morcellator is an upgrade of the PKS PlasmaSORD to include an integral smoke extraction system to improve visibility, and a beak to promote tissue peeling, and avoid coring.
The subject of usability has been widely considered during the four year development of the PK Morcellator, with the opinions of users regularly sought and fed back into the instrument design. Usability evaluation included surgeons with varying levels of experience and utilized various bench models and an animal model for assessments. The instructions for use were validated to ensure they provide clear and concise statements which convey to the user the correct modes of use, an understanding of the functionality offered, the nature of the tissue effect obtained and how to avoid potential hazards. In summary, the verification and validation activities successfully demonstrated that the usability characteristics of the user interface have met the acceptance criteria.
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### Containment System Compatibility
During the development of the PK Morcellator, evaluations were conducted to demonstrate the successful deployment of the PK Morcellator in a containment system. The purpose of the compatibility validation was to ascertain that the PK Morcellator device can function as expected in conjunction with the containment system chosen for validation. Test criteria evaluated the insertion/removal of the device, as well as morcellation within the containment system. The overall conclusion, as regards compatibility of the validation of the PK Morcellator device when used in conjunction with the ASC PneumoLiner containment system is that the function of the morcellator remained unaffected.
Additionally, Advanced Surgical Concept (ASC) performed an evaluation to show compatibility of the PneumoLiner Containment Device, with different morcellators, including the PK Morcellator. The purpose of ASC's design validation was to show that the PneumoLiner device can be used safely and effectively by users. Testing in bench models simulating clinical use and a porcine model by trained laparoscopists with a range of experience, demonstrate that the PK Morcellator can be used within the PneumoLiner without any adverse effects on the design or performance of either device. The overall conclusion of was that "the PneumoLiner" device meets user needs and has been shown to be able to be used safely and effectively by users using all of the tested morcellators, including the PK Morcellator.
#### Conclusion:
Performance testing summarized above demonstrates that the proposed PK Morcellator is substantially equivalent to the predicate device and that the PK Morcellator can be used in conjunction with the PneumoLiner containment device.
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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.