K163195 · Carl Zeiss Suzhou Co., Ltd. · OBO · Jun 21, 2017 · Ophthalmic
Device Facts
Record ID
K163195
Device Name
PRIMUS
Applicant
Carl Zeiss Suzhou Co., Ltd.
Product Code
OBO · Ophthalmic
Decision Date
Jun 21, 2017
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 886.1570
Device Class
Class 2
Indications for Use
The PRIMUS instrument is a non-contact, high resolution tomographic imaging device. It is indicated for in-vivo viewing of axial cross sections and measurement of posterior ocular structures, including retinal nerve fiber layer, macula, and optic disc. It is intended for use as a diagnostic device to aid in the detection and management of ocular diseases including, but not limited to, macular edema, diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration and glaucoma.
Device Story
PRIMUS 200 is a computerized, non-contact, spectral domain optical coherence tomography (SD-OCT) instrument for posterior ocular imaging. Device acquires cross-sectional tomograms of retina and optic nerve head using low-coherence interferometry; utilizes 840nm super luminescent diode. System comprises manually controlled patient interface and imaging engine box; operator interacts via keyboard, monitor, and mouse. Software version 2.0 performs automated retinal thickness measurement and quantitative analysis; generates reports for Macular Thickness Analysis (MTA), Optic Nerve Head (ONH), and Retinal Nerve Fiber Layer (RNFL) analysis. Data saved to computer; reports exportable to USB. Used in clinical settings by eye care professionals to visualize ocular microstructures; aids in diagnosis and management of retinal diseases and glaucoma by providing quantitative thickness and structural measurements.
Clinical Evidence
Prospective study of 127 subjects (45 normal, 39 retinal disease, 43 glaucoma) compared 19 measurement parameters (RNFL, ONH, macular thickness) between PRIMUS 200 and Cirrus HD-OCT. Results showed high similarity in mean values; 95% confidence intervals and limits of agreement were calculated. Repeatability and reproducibility study (125 subjects) using ANOVA mixed-effects model demonstrated good performance with low coefficients of variation (COV) for both normal and diseased eyes.
Technological Characteristics
Spectral Domain OCT (SD-OCT); 840nm super luminescent diode source; ≤ 725 µW optical power at cornea; 12,000 A-scans/sec; 2.0mm A-scan depth; 5µm axial resolution; <20µm transverse resolution. Confocal scanning laser ophthalmoscope (cSLO) for fundus imaging. Connectivity via USB for report storage. Software version 2.0; IEC 62304 compliant development. Manually controlled patient interface.
Indications for Use
Indicated for in-vivo viewing of axial cross sections and measurement of posterior ocular structures (retina, retinal nerve fiber layer, macula, optic disc) in patients to aid in detection and management of ocular diseases including macular edema, diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration, and glaucoma.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An ophthalmoscope is an AC-powered or battery-powered device containing illumination and viewing optics intended to examine the media (cornea, aqueous, lens, and vitreous) and the retina of the eye.
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls). The device, when it is an AC-powered opthalmoscope, a battery-powered opthalmoscope, or a hand-held ophthalmoscope replacement battery, is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 886.9.
Predicate Devices
Cirrus HD-OCT with Retinal Nerve Fiber Layer (RNFL), Macular, Optic Nerve Head and Ganglion Cell Normative Databases (K111157)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
June 21, 2017
Carl Zeiss Suzhou Co., Ltd. % Dong Hua Sr. Regulatory Affairs Specialist Carl Zeiss Meditec, Inc. 5160 Hacienda Drive Dublin, CA 94568
Re: K163195
Trade/Device Name: PRIMUS Regulation Number: 21 CFR 886.1570 Regulation Name: Ophthalmoscope Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: OBO Dated: Mav 8. 2017 Received: May 9, 2017
Dear Dong Hua:
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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## Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K163195
Device Name
PRIMUS
Indications for Use (Describe)
The PRIMUS instrument is a non-contact, high resolution tomographic imaging device. It is indicated for in-vivo viewing of axial cross sections and measurement of posterior ocular structures, including retinal nerve fiber layer, macula, and optic disc. It is intended for use as a diagnostic device to aid in the detection and management of ocular diseases including, but not limited to, macular edema, diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration and glaucoma.
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 (Revised)
## 510(k) SUMMARY (per 21 CFR §807.92)
PRIMUS
## GENERAL INFORMATION
| Applicant: | | Carl Zeiss Suzhou Co., Ltd.<br>Modern Industrial Square 3b<br>No. 333 Xing Pu Road Sip<br>Suzhou, Jiangsu 215126 China<br>+ 86-512-8227-3436 (phone)<br>+ 86-512-6287-1366 (fax)<br>Establishment Registration Number: 3008564898 | | | |
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| Contact Person: | | Dong Hua<br>Sr. Regulatory Affairs Specialist<br>Carl Zeiss Meditec, Inc.<br>5160 Hacienda Drive<br>Dublin, CA 94568<br>(925) 557-4204 Phone<br>(925) 557-4259 Fax<br>E-mail: dong.hua@zeiss.com | | | |
| Date Prepared: | | June 09, 2017 | | | |
| Common Name: | | Tomography, Optical Coherence | | | |
| Classification Name: | | Ophthalmoscope | | | |
| Product Code and Class: | | OBO - Class II | | | |
| Classification Number: | | 21 CFR 886.1570 | | | |
| Trade/Proprietary Name: | | PRIMUS | | | |
| Model: | | 200 | | | |
| PREDICATE DEVICE | | | | | |
| Company: | | Carl Zeiss Meditec, Inc. | | | |
| Device: | Cirrus HD-OCT with Retinal Nerve Fiber Layer (RNFL), Macular, Optic<br>Nerve Head and Ganglion Cell Normative Databases (K111157) | | | | |
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It is the opinion of Carl Zeiss Suzhou Company, Limited that the PRIMUS instrument is substantially equivalent to the predicate Cirrus HD-OCT with Retinal Nerve Fiber Layer (RNFL), Macular, Optic Nerve Head and Ganglion Cell Normative Databases Model 4000 (K111157) for the intended use for imaging and measurements of posterior ocular structures. The PRIMUS device is an ophthalmic diagnostic instrument that provides only the essential performance and functionality compared to Cirrus™ HD-OCT, e.g. with a separate manual-controlled patient interface and basic analysis features.
## INDICATIONS FOR USE (21 CFR §807.92(a)(5))
The PRIMUS instrument is a non-contact, high resolution tomographic and biomicroscopic imaging device. It is indicated for in-vivo viewing of axial cross sections and measurement of posterior ocular structures, including retina, retinal nerve fiber layer, macula, and optic disc. It is intended for use as a diagnostic device to aid in the detection and management of ocular diseases including, but not limited to, macular holes, cystoid macular edema, diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration and glaucoma.
## DEVICE DESCRIPTION SUMMARY (21 CFR §807.92(a)(4))
The PRIMUS device is an ophthalmic instrument that provides the essential performance and functionality compared to the Carl Zeiss Meditec CIRRUS™ HD-OCT Model 4000 (K11157), with a separate manually-controlled patient interface and simplified analysis features. PRIMUS uses the same SD-OCT technology from the CIRRUS and offers a simplified user interface. In addition, the camera in the PRIMUS instrument operates at a reduced speed to acquire OCT images at comparable resolution in approximately the same amount of time.
#### Device Overview
The PRIMUS device is a computerized ophthalmologic instrument that acquires and allows visualization of cross-sectional tomograms of the eye using spectral domain optical coherence tomography (SD-OCT). The instrument is designed to scan the eye in a non-contact manner to acquire detailed cross-sectional images of various posterior ocular structures such as the retina and the optic nerve head. Various retinal structures of the eye from the internal limiting membrane to the retinal pigment epithelium (including layers such as the ganglion and retinal nerve fiber) can be imaged.
The PRIMUS instrument is available in one model, Model 200, which has a manually controlled patient interface and separate enclosure with components used in OCT scanning. The operator utilizes a keyboard, monitor and mouse to interface with the computer. Data acquired can be saved to the computer; PDFs of the reports may be saved to a USB-connected storage device.
The principle of operation is identical in that both devices employ a non-invasive, non-contact low-coherence interferometry technique [spectral domain optical coherence tomography (SD-OCT) to generate high-resolution cross-sectional images of internal ocular tissue microstructures by measuring optical reflections from tissue. Both provide cross sectional images of the posterior structures of the eye (i.e., retina, including the ganglion and retinal
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nerve fiber layers).
The device consists of two main parts: a manually controlled separate patient interface and an imaging engine box. The system is composed of a number of electrical, mechanical, and optical subsystems that are required to facilitate measurements and aid in patient alignment:
- Optical head modules
- SD-OCT engine modules
- Patient module
- Support modules
As part of its report driven workflow, at the completion of scan acquisition, PRIMUS presents the pre-ordered report(s) to the user in a sequential manner. The visualization and analysis reports that available in PRIMUS are as follows:
- Macular Thickness Analysis (MTA) Based on 512 X 32 Macular Cube Scan
- Optic Nerve Head (ONH) & Retinal Nerve Fiber Layer (RNFL) Analysis Based on 128 X 128 ONH & RNFL Cube Scan
- HD 5-line Analysis Based on 5 line HD Raster Scan
- HD 1-line Analysis Based on 1 line HD Raster Scan
## Description of Software
Software version 2.0 at Release 1 (R1) provides functions of patient management, image acquisition, visualization and analysis capabilities that are categorized into the following groups:
- Patient Management and Administration
- Acquisition
- Analysis
CZSC has implemented a software development process according to IEC 62304. With software version 2.0 at Release 1 (R1), PRIMUS offers automatic retinal thickness measurement and quantitative analysis reports.
Risk Management and General Safety and Effectiveness
The device labeling contains instructions for use and any necessary cautions and warnings to provide for safe and effective use of the device.
Risk management is ensured via a risk analysis, which is used to identify potential hazards and mitigations. These potential hazards are controlled by software means, user instructions, verification of requirements and validation of the clinical workflow to ensure that the product meets its intended uses. To minimize electrical, mechanical and radiation hazards, ZEISS adheres to recognized and established industry practice and relevant international standards.
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#### Technological Characteristics and Substantial Equivalence (21 CFR §807.92(a)(6)):
It is the opinion of Carl Zeiss Meditec, Incorporated that the proposed device, the PRIMUS 200, is substantially equivalent to the CIRRUS HD-OCT with Software Version 6.0.
The indications for use for the PRIMUS 200 is similar to the indications for the predicate device CIRRUS HD-OCT with Software Version 6.0.
A technological comparison and clinical testing demonstrate that the PRIMUS 200 system is functionally equivalent to the primary predicate CIRRUS HD-OCT (K111157) and does not raise new questions regarding safety and effectiveness.
#### Summary of Verification and Validation Activity (21 CFR §807.92(b)):
#### Bench Testing (21 CFR §807.92(b)(1))
Bench testing in the form of Unit, Integration and System Integration testing was performed to evaluate the performance and functionality of the software version 2.0. The System level software verification and regression testing has been performed successfully to meet their previously determined acceptance criteria as stated in the Test Plans.
PRIMUS is designed and tested to applicable standards for electrical and optical safety with established specifications. Performance testing conducted on the PRIMUS instrument was consistent to the intended use claim. The verification testing demonstrates that the device performance complies with specifications and requirements. Results of verification and validation demonstrate safety and effectiveness as the predicate device, tests can be categorized into the following groups:
- Device System Verification
- Verification According to Harmonized/Recognized Standards
- . Electrical Safety and Electromagnetic Compatibility
- Environmental Simulation .
- . Usability
- Biocompatibility
- Software Verification and Validation
- Product Validation
#### Testing to Consensus Standards (21 CFR §807.92(b)(1))
The PRIMUS 200 system has been tested (as needed) to meet the requirements for conformity (where applicable) to multiple industry standards. The R&D evaluation of the relevant testing to consensus standards is documented.
#### Substantial Equivalence to Predicates (21 CFR §807.92(b)(1))
Verification testing to the system requirements (SRS) for the PRIMUS 200 system and the validation of the intended use is intended to support the claim of substantial equivalence to the following Substantial Equivalence table:
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| Device | PRIMUS<br>(Proposed Device K163195) | Cirrus HD-OCT with Retinal Nerve Fiber Layer<br>(RNFL), Macular, Optic Nerve Head and<br>Ganglion Cell Normative Database (K111157)<br>[Model: 4000] |
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| | | The CirrusTM HD-OCT with Retinal Nerve Fiber |
| Intended Use | The PRIMUS is used for in-vivo<br>viewing of axial cross-sectional<br>imaging and measurement of<br>posterior ocular structures. | Layer (RNFL), Macular, Optic Nerve Head and<br>Ganglion Cell Normative Databases is indicated<br>for in-vivo viewing, axial cross-sectional, and<br>three-dimensional imaging and measurement<br>of anterior and posterior ocular structures. |
| Indication for Use | The PRIMUS instrument is a non-<br>contact, high resolution<br>tomographic and biomicroscopic<br>imaging device. It is indicated for<br>in-vivo viewing of axial cross<br>sections and measurement of<br>posterior ocular structures,<br>including retina, retinal nerve<br>fiber layer, macula, and optic<br>disc. It is intended for use as a<br>diagnostic device to aid in the<br>detection and management of<br>ocular diseases including, but not<br>limited to, macular holes, cystoid<br>macular edema, diabetic<br>retinopathy, age-related macular<br>degeneration and glaucoma | The CirrusTM HD-OCT is a non-contact, high<br>resolution tomographic and biomicroscopic<br>imaging device. It is indicated for in-vivo<br>viewing, axial cross-sectional, and three-<br>dimensional imaging and measurement of<br>anterior and posterior ocular structures,<br>including cornea, retina, retinal nerve fiber<br>layer, ganglion cell plus inner plexiform layer,<br>macula, and optic nerve head. The Cirrus<br>normative databases are quantitative tools for<br>the comparison of retinal nerve fiber layer<br>thickness, macular thickness, ganglion cell plus<br>inner plexiform layer thickness, and optic<br>nerve head measurements to a database of<br>normal subjects. The Cirrus HD-OCT is<br>intended for use as a diagnostic device to aid<br>in the detection and management of ocular<br>diseases including, but not limited to, macular<br>holes, cystoid macular edema, diabetic<br>retinopathy, age-related macular<br>degeneration, and glaucoma |
| Device Classification | Optical Coherence Tomography | Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) |
| Name<br>Generic Common Name | (OCT)<br>Optical Coherence Tomography<br>(OCT) | Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) |
| Classification Product<br>Code | OBO | OBO |
| Class | II | II |
| Technology | Spectral Domain OCT (SD-OCT) | Spectral Domain OCT (SD-OCT) |
| OCT Imaging | | |
| Methodology | Spectral Domain OCT (SD-OCT) | Spectral Domain OCT (SD-OCT) |
| Optical Source | Super Luminescent Diode, 840nm | Super Luminescent Diode, 840nm |
| Optical Power | ≤ 725 µW at the cornea | < 725 µW at the cornea |
| Scan Speed | 12,000 (±10%) A-scans per second | 27,000 A-scans per second |
| A-Scan Depth | 2.0 mm (in tissue), 1,024 points | 2.0 mm (in tissue), 1,024 points |
| Axial Resolution | 5 µm ±1 (in tissue) | 5 µm (in tissue) |
| Transverse Resolution | < 20µm (in tissue, FWHM*) | 15 µm (in tissue) |
| | | |
| Device | PRIMUS<br>(Proposed Device K163195) | Cirrus HD-OCT with Retinal Nerve Fiber Layer<br>(RNFL), Macular, Optic Nerve Head and<br>Ganglion Cell Normative Database (K111157)<br>[Model: 4000] |
| Scan Pixels | 1024 axial x (128-1024) transverse | 1024 axial × (200-4096) transverse |
| Acquisition Time | Up to 2.5 seconds (depending on #<br>of pixels scanned) | Up to 2.9 sec (depending on # of pixels<br>scanned) |
| Scan Patterns | 5-line raster scan, 1-line HD scan,<br>Macular Cube scan (512x32),<br>ONH/RNFL cube scan (128x128) | Line, circle, cross-hair, raster (a series of<br>closely spaced lines), radial scans and<br>combinations of the above. Includes Macular<br>Cube Scan (512x128); ONH/RNFL Cube Scan<br>(200x200); HD 5-line raster; HD Single line scan |
| Fundus Imaging | | |
| Methodology | Confocal Scanning "Laser"<br>Ophthalmoscope (cSLO) | Line Scanning Ophthalmoscope |
| Optical Source | Super Luminescent Diode (SLD),<br>840nm | Super Luminescent Diode (SLD), 750 nm |
| Optical Power | ≤ 725µW at the cornea | < 1.5 mW at the cornea |
| Field of View | 29 × 21 degrees (W × H) | 36 × 30 degrees (W × H) |
| Frame Rate | Alignment: ≥ 4.0 Hz | > 20 Hz |
| Transverse Resolution | Alignment : ≤ 80µm (in Tissue) | 25 µm (in tissue) |
| Fixation | | |
| Internal Fixation Source | Consistently displayed 525 nm Green<br>colored LED | LCD (green pixels) |
| Internal Fixation Focus<br>Adjustment | -23D to +17D (diopters) Focus of<br>Internal Fixation will change<br>according to different refractive<br>error adjustment | -20D to +20D (diopters) |
| External Fixation Source | Mechanically adjustable arm with<br>blinking LED at the tip | Mechanically adjustable arm with blinking<br>LED at the tip |
# Table 1: Substantial Equivalence Table
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# Table 1: Substantial Equivalence Table
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#### CLINICAL EVALUATION
Clinical evaluation performed on the PRIMUS supports the indications for use statement and demonstrates that the device is substantially equivalent to the predicate device and does not raise new questions regarding safety and effectiveness.
A prospective study was conducted to support the indication for use statement for the PRIMUS with software version 2.0 at Release 1 (R1) and to determine comparability of the measurements obtained from both the PRIMUS 200 and the Cirrus HD-OCT Model 4000 instruments. Clinical data was collected and analyzed to determine the repeatability and reproducibility of the measurements of the PRIMUS 200. The study enrolled normal eyes, eyes with retinal disease and glaucoma.
#### Comparative analysis for the PRIMUS 200 and CIRRUS Model 4000
A study was performed on total 127 subjects, which included 45 normal subjects, 39 retinal disease subjects and 43 glaucoma subjects were analyzed in the study to evaluate equivalence of the means of 19 measurement parameters: retinal nerve fiber layer (RNFL) thickness (5 parameters), optic nerve head (ONH) (5 parameters), and macular thickness (9 parameters) between the PRIMUS 200 and Cirrus HD-OCT Model 4000.
Two study devices, PRIMUS 200 & Cirrus HD-OCT Model 4000 and each measurement parameter, the mean of the available measurements was calculated for each study eye. The difference in each of the 19 measurement parameters between the PRIMUS 200 and Cirrus HD-OCT Model 4000 was calculated for each study eye. The mean difference, the corresponding 95% confidence intervals, and 95% limits of agreement were calculated for each measurement parameter. The comparative analyses utilized on one PRIMUS 200 device, and the results are presented in Tables 2, 3 and 4 for the normal, retinal disease and glaucoma disease eye studies, respectively. Additionally 95% Cls for the lower and upper limits of agreement are provided in Table 2a (normal eyes), Table 3a (retinal disease eyes) and Table 4a (glaucomatous eyes).
The mean values of the 19 thickness parameters were very similar between the two devices. The results of the study parameters demonstrate substantial equivalence between the PRIMUS 200 and Cirrus HD-OCT Model 4000.
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## Table 2: Mean difference in macular thickness, RNFL thickness and ONH measurements between PRIMUS 200 and CIRRUS 4000 (Normal eyes)
| | Primus 200<br>Mean (SD) | Cirrus 4000<br>Mean (SD) | Difference<br>Mean (SD) | 95%<br>Confidence<br>Interval of<br>Mean<br>Difference | 95% Limits of<br>Agreement for<br>Differences<br>Between<br>Subject Means |
|----------------------------------|-------------------------------------|--------------------------|-------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| | Macular Thickness Parameters (N=45) | | | | |
| Central Subfield (µm) | 236.1 (19.87) | 236.0 (20.77) | 0.1 (5.36) | (-1.5, 1.7) | (-10.4, 10.6) |
| Inner Nasal (µm) | 315.1 (17.16) | 316.2 (18.14) | -1.1 (6.74) | (-3.1, 0.9) | (-14.3, 12.1) |
| Inner Superior (µm) | 311.9 (16.11) | 315.6 (16.47) | -3.8 (6.30) | (-5.6, -2.0) | (-16.1, 8.5) |
| Inner Temporal (µm) | 299.4 (16.59) | 301.5 (16.49) | -2.1 (6.25) | (-3.9, -0.3) | (-14.3, 10.2) |
| Inner Inferior (μm) | 309.6 (16.80) | 312.4 (16.96) | -2.8 (6.44) | (-4.7, -0.9) | (-15.4, 9.8) |
| Outer Nasal (μm) | 291.0 (13.47) | 293.9 (14.08) | -3.0 (4.96) | (-4.4, -1.6) | (-12.7, 6.7) |
| Outer Superior (µm) | 273.5 (11.67) | 274.1 (10.37) | -0.6 (6.71) | (-2.6, 1.4) | (-13.8, 12.6) |
| Outer Temporal (µm) | 252.7 (12.81) | 255.6 (12.02) | -2.9 (5.11) | (-4.4, -1.4) | (-12.9, 7.1) |
| Outer Inferior (µm) | 258.0 (12.18) | 262.8 (13.37) | -4.8 (3.78) | (-5.9, -3.7) | (-12.2, 2.6) |
| RNFL Thickness Parameters (N=45) | | | | | |
| Average RNFL<br>Thickness (µm) | 90.6 (10.03) | 92.8 (10.00) | -2.3 (4.05) | (-3.5, -1.1) | (-10.2, 5.6) |
| Temporal (µm) | 58.4 (6.11) | 59.7 (8.65) | -1.2 (5.49) | (-2.8, 0.4) | (-12.0, 9.6) |
| Superior (µm) | 115.5 (16.88) | 118.0 (16.64) | -2.5 (7.41) | (-4.7, -0.3) | (-17.0, 12.0) |
| Nasal (µm) | 71.7 (9.86) | 74.2 (10.93) | -2.5 (5.06) | (-4.0, -1.0) | (-12.4, 7.4) |
| Inferior (µm) | 116.6 (17.20) | 119.5 (16.31) | -2.8 (7.14) | (-4.9, -0.7) | (-16.8, 11.2) |
| ONH Parameters (N=45) | | | | | |
| Rim Area (mm²) | 1.29 (0.194) | 1.31 (0.1…
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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.