K192541 · Allengers Medical Systems Limited · KPR · Oct 16, 2019 · Radiology
Device Facts
Record ID
K192541
Device Name
DigiX FDX
Applicant
Allengers Medical Systems Limited
Product Code
KPR · Radiology
Decision Date
Oct 16, 2019
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Special
Regulation
21 CFR 892.1680
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Pediatric
Indications for Use
The DigiX FDX radiographic systems are used in hospitals, clinics and medical practices. DigiX FDX enables radiographic exposure of the whole body including: Skull, chest, abdomen, and extremities and may be used on pediatric, adult and bariatric patients. It can also be used for intravenous, small interventions (like biopsy, punctures, etc.) and emergency (trauma critical ill) applications. Exposure may be taken with the Patient's sitting, standing, or in the prone/supine position. The DigiX FDX System is not meant for mammography. The DigiX FDX uses an integrated or portable or fixed or wi-fi digital detector for generating diagnostic images by converting X-Ray into electronics signals. DigiX FDX is also designed to be used with conventional film/screen or Computed Radiography (CR) Cassettes.
Device Story
DigiX FDX is a stationary digital X-ray imaging system for hospitals and clinics. It captures X-ray inputs via integrated, portable, or Wi-Fi solid-state detectors, or conventional film/CR cassettes. The system includes a ceiling-mounted tube suspension, vertical Bucky stand, patient table, X-ray generator, and tube. Operated by clinicians, it transforms X-ray energy into electronic signals for diagnostic image generation. New features include automatic image stitching and Dual Energy Subtraction (DES) to separate soft tissue from bone. Output is displayed on 19-inch monitors for clinical review, aiding in diagnosis and characterization of lesions. The system supports patient positioning (sitting, standing, prone, supine) and is designed for general radiography, including trauma and interventional procedures.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Bench testing only. Included verification and validation testing, image evaluation, and safety testing. Risk analysis performed on the entire system. EMC/electrical safety evaluated per IEC standards (e.g., IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-2-54).
Indicated for radiographic imaging of the whole body (skull, chest, abdomen, extremities) in pediatric, adult, and bariatric patients. Suitable for intravenous, small interventions (biopsy, punctures), and emergency/trauma applications. Contraindicated for mammography.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A stationary x-ray system is a permanently installed diagnostic system intended to generate and control x-rays for examination of various anatomical regions. This generic type of device may include signal analysis and display equipment, patient and equipment supports, component parts, and accessories.
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls). A radiographic contrast tray or radiology diagnostic kit intended for use with a stationary x-ray system only is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 892.9.
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Allengers Medical Systems Limited % Mr. Sanjeev K. Marjara Director Technical Bhankharpur, Mubarakpur Road Derabassi, Distt Mohali, Punjab 140507 INDIA
Re: K192541
Trade/Device Name: DigiX FDX Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.1680 Regulation Name: Stationary x-ray system Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: KPR Dated: September 10, 2019 Received: September 16, 2019
Dear Mr. Sanjeev Marjara:
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. Although this letter refers to your product as a device, please be aware that some cleared products may instead be combination products. The 510(k) Premarket Notification Database located at https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfpmn/pmn.cfm identifies combination product submissions. 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.
For
Thalia T. Mills, Ph.D. Director Division of Radiological Health OHT7: Office of In Vitro Diagnostics and Radiological Health Office of Product Evaluation and Quality Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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#### Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K192541
Device Name
DigiX FDX
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
The DigiX FDX radiographic systems are used in hospitals, clinics and medical practices. DigiX FDX enables radiographic exposure of the whole body including: Skull, chest, abdomen, and extremities and may be used on pediatric, adult and bariatic patients. It can also be used for intravenous, small interventions (like biopsy, punctures, etc.) and emergency (trauma critical ill) applications. Exposure may be taken with the Patient's sitting, standing, or in the prone/ supine position.
The DigiX FDX System is not meant for mammography.
The DigiX FDX uses an integrated or portable or fixed or wi-fi digital detector for generating diagnostic images by converting X-Ray into electronics signals. DigiX FDX is also designed to be used with conventional film/screen or Computed Radiography (CR) Cassettes.
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#### 510(k) SUMMARY K192541
This summary of 510(k) safety and effectiveness information is being submitted in accordance with the requirements of Safe Medical Device Act 1990 and 21 CFR 807.92
#### 1. Classification and Device Name
| Device (trade) Name: DigiX FDX | |
|----------------------------------|--|
|----------------------------------|--|
Common/usual Name: Digital X-Ray imaging system
Classification Name: Stationary X-Ray system, Class II
Classification: 21 CFR 892.1680
Classification Name: Stationary X-Ray System
Classification Panel: Radiology
> Device Class: Class II
Device Code: KPR
510(K) Submission: Special
#### 2. Contact Person and Address
| Company Name: | Allengers Medical Systems Limited |
|-----------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Address: | Bhankharpur, Mubarakpur<br>Road, Derabassi, Distt Mohali-140507<br>India |
| Telephone No: | +91 1762-272600,<br>+91 9872980168 |
| Contact Person: | Sanjeev K. Marjara |
| Date Prepared: | 10 September 2019 |
#### 3. Predicate Device:
| Predicate Device: DigiX FDX |
|-------------------------------------------------|
| Classification: 21 CFR 892.1680 |
| Classification Name: Stationary X-Ray system |
| Common/usual Name: Digital X-Ray imaging system |
| Device Class: Class II |
| 510(K) Number: K162529 |
| Product Code: KPR |
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- 4. Secondary Predicate Device:
Secondary Device: Ysio
| Classification: | 21 CFR 892.1680 |
|----------------------|------------------------------|
| Classification Name: | Stationary X-Ray system |
| Common/usual Name: | Digital X-Ray imaging system |
| Device Class: | Class II |
| 510(K) Number: | K081722 |
| Product Code: | KPR |
Allengers supplies digital detectors that have been previously cleared by the FDA or tested and evaluated per Guidance for the Submission of 510(k)s for Solid State X-Ray Imaging Devices. Table 1 provides the list of solid state X-Ray image detectors used in device
| Solid State X-Ray Image Detectors | 510(K) Numbers |
|--------------------------------------------|----------------|
| Varex PaxScan 4343R – Fixed | K130318 |
| Varex PaxScan 4343R v3- Fixed | K183541 |
| Thales Pixium RAD 4343 C-E (Fixed) | K181279 |
| Varex Paxscan 4343CB - Fixed | K190373 |
| IRAY VENU 1717X – Fixed | -- |
| Varex PaxScan 4336R - Portable | K130318 |
| Varex (Perkin Elmer ) XRPAD 4343F | K142698 |
| Varex PaxScan 4336W - Wireless | K142049 |
| Varex (Perkin Elmer) XRPAD 4336 – Wireless | K140551 |
| Varex PaxScan 4336W v4 - Wireless | K183541 |
| Varex PaxScan 4336W v4 + - Wireless | -- |
| Thales Pixium 3543 DR-CS (Wireless) | K182517 |
| IRAY VENU 1417V (Wireless) | -- |
*Table 1 List of Solid State X-Rav Image Detectors
* All the above mentioned Solid State X-Ray Image Detectors (Digital detectors) can be used with Dual Energy Subtraction feature.
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#### 5. Device Description:
The DigiX FDX system is a diagnostic X-Ray system intended for general purpose radiographic imaging of the human body. It is not intended for mammographic imaqing.
The DigiX FDX system is comprised of a combination of devices that include a ceiling mounted X-Ray tube suspension, vertical Bucky stand, fixed or mobile patient Bucky table, X-Ray generator, X-Ray tube, beam limiting device, and a solid-state image receptor.
The DigiX FDX systems are not intended to be operated with any other cleared devices, or to be integrated with other software/hardware devices via direct or indirect connections.
The following in Table 2 are the specific components for various configurations of the system. A complete system will consist of a selection of one of the devices in each category.
| Component | Manufacture | Model |
|------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------|--------------------|
| Ceiling Mounted X-Ray Tube Suspension | Allengers | CSA FDX |
| Vertical Bucky Stand | Allengers | VBS ADV |
| Vertical Bucky Stand | Allengers | VBS M XL |
| Patient Table - Fixed | Allengers | Floatex ADV |
| Patient Table - Fixed | Allengers | Floatex |
| Patient Table - Fixed | Allengers | Floatex XL |
| Patient Table - Mobile | Allengers | MobiT 6C |
| Patient Table - Mobile | Allengers | MobiT 4C |
| Patient Table - Mobile | Allengers | MobiT C |
| X-Ray Generator | Allengers | XGEN-80R |
| X-Ray Generator | Allengers | XGEN-65R |
| X-Ray Tube | Varex | A192 |
| X-Ray Tube | Varex | A292 |
| X-Ray Tube | Varex | G292 |
| X-Ray Tube | Varex | G1092 |
| X-Ray Tube | Varex | RAD14 |
| Beam Limiting Device | Ralco | R225 ACS |
| Solid State X-Ray Image Detector - Fixed | Varex | PaxScan 4343R |
| Solid State X-Ray Image Detector - Fixed | Varex | PaxScan 4343R v3 |
| Solid State X-Ray Image Detector -<br>Portable Wired | Varex | PaxScan 4336R |
| Solid State X-Ray Image Detector -<br>Portable Wired | Varex (Perkin<br>Elmer) | XRPAD 4343F |
| Solid State X-Ray Image Detector - Fixed | Varex | PaxScan 4343CB |
| Solid State X-Ray Image Detector - Fixed | Thales | Pixium Rad 4343 CE |
Table 2 Combination Detail
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| Solid State X-Ray Image Detector - Fixed | IRAY | VENU 1717X |
|------------------------------------------|-------------------------|--------------------|
| Solid State X-Ray Image Detector – WiFi | Varex | PaxScan 4336W |
| Solid State X-Ray Image Detector – WiFi | Varex | PaxScan 4336W V4 |
| Solid State X-Ray Image Detector – WiFi | Varex | PaxScan 4336W V4 + |
| Solid State X-Ray Image Detector – WiFi | Varex (Perkin<br>Elmer) | XRPAD 4336 |
| Solid State X-Ray Image Detector - WiFi | Thales | Pixium 3543DR-CS |
| Solid State X-Ray Image Detector - WiFi | IRAY | MARS 1417V |
### 6. Technological Characteristics Comparison to Predicate Device:
The Subject device DigiX FDX design is based on the Allenger's DigiX FDX (K162529) including the system control, Indication for use and mechanical design.
The modifications do not affect the intended use of the device the subject device and predicate device are based on the following same fundamental scientific technologies elements:
- Energy emission to the patient X-Ray ●
- Power requirement, Environmental requirement ●
- . Mechanism to generate X-Rav
- . Mechanism to acquire, process and store image data
- Use of the hardware components ●
- Use of software processing
This 510(k) submission describes some modifications to the previously cleared predicate devices the DigiX FDX (K162529). The changes to the predicate DigiX FDX (K162529) include:
### System Software Synergy DR FDX
Synergy DR FDX comparable to ECOM DROC (K130883) added with same functionality along with below said additional features.
- . Operating System: Updated operating system from Windows 7 to Windows 10
- Automatic Stitching: Image stitching is the process of overlapping two or more images taken at different viewpoints and different times to generate a wider viewing panoramic image.
- . **Dual Energy Subtraction: Dual energy subtraction (DES) radiography, a new added feature for software Synergy DR FDX, is a technique which aims to improve the diagnostic value of an X-Ray by separating soft tissue from bones, producing two different images.
** Dual Energy Subtraction feature can be used with all the Solid State X-Ray Image detectors (Digital detectors) listed in table 1 of this 510(k) summary.
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### Component Change
- X-Ray Tube : RAD-14 (Make : Varex Imaging) is added ●
- . 43x36cm Wireless Detectors are added (Listed below),
- Paxscan 4336W v4 manufactured by Varex Imaging ●
- . Pixium 3543 DR-CS manufactured by Thales.
- . MARS 1417V manufactured by IRAY technology.
- . 43x43cm Fixed Detectors are added (Listed below),
- Paxscan 4343R v3 manufactured by Varex imaging ●
- Pixium Rad 4343 C-E manufactured by Thales ●
- VENU 17171X manufactured by IRAY technology. ●
- Paxscan 4343CB manufactured by Varex Imaging. ●
- . Wireless IR Remote (Optional) added.
- Monitor with 19" or more in size (touch and Non touch) added.
- Patient Table: Minor changes in mechanical dimensions and increase the ● load carrying capacity of patient tables.
### Others Change
- EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) was tested according to IEC ed. 4.0. ●
- Combination Name change (Refer Table 4 for more detail) ●
- Brand Name M/s Varian to M/s Varex imaging (FPD & X-Ray Tube ● Manufacturer)
### 7. Indications for Use:
The DigiX FDX radiographic systems are used in hospitals, clinics and medical practices. DigiX FDX enables radiographic exposure of the whole body including: Skull, chest, abdomen, and extremities and may be used on pediatric, adult and bariatric patients. It can also be used for intravenous, small interventions (like biopsy, punctures, etc.) and emergency (trauma critical ill) applications.
Exposure may be taken with the Patient's sitting, standing, or in the prone/supine position.
The DigiX FDX System is not meant for mammography.
The DigiX FDX uses an integrated or portable or wi-fi digital detector for generating diagnostic images by converting X-Ray into electronics signals. DigiX FDX is also designed to be used with conventional film/screen or Computed Radiography (CR) Cassettes.
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#### 8. Substantial Equivalence:
The DigiX FDX radiographic X-Ray system is substantially equivalent to the commercially available primary predicate Allenger's DigiX FDX Cleared March 3, 2017 with K162529
Mechanical dimensions was slightly change, however the changes doesn't impact the intended use of device. Table 3 provides primary and secondary predicate comparable information
| Predicate Device(s) Name<br>and Manufacture | 510(K)<br>Number | Clearance Date | Comparable<br>Properties |
|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------|----------------|----------------------------------------------------------------|
| Primary Predicate Device<br>DigiX FDX<br>Product Code: KPR<br>Address: Allengers<br>Medical Systems Ltd.<br>Bhankharpur, Mubarakpur<br>Road, Derabassi, Distt<br>Mohali-140507 India | K162529 | 3/3/2017 | • Technical Design<br>• Mechanical Design<br>• System Software |
| Secondary Predicate<br>Device: Ysio<br>Product Code: KPR<br>Address: Siemens Medical<br>Solutions USA, Inc,<br>51 valley stream, Parkway<br>E-50, Malvern PA, 19335-<br>1406 | K081722 | 8/25/2008 | • Technical Design<br>• Mechanical Design<br>• System Software |
#### Table 3 Predicate Device Comparable Properties
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| | | Table 4: Functional and Specification Differences | |
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| Feature | Subject Device<br>DigiX FDX | Predicate 1<br>DigiX FDX | Predicate 2<br>Siemens Ysio | Comparison<br>Results |
|-------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------|
| 1. 510(K) | K192541 | K162529 | K081722 | Same |
| 2. Classification | | | | |
| Classification | 21 CFR 892.1680 | 21 CFR 892.1680 | 21 CFR 892.1680 | Same |
| Clinical Characteristics | | | | |
| 3. Indication for Use | | | | |
| Indications for<br>Use | The DigiX FDX<br>radiographic systems<br>are used in hospitals,<br>clinics and medical<br>practices. DigiX FDX<br>enables radiographic<br>exposure of the whole<br>body including: Skull,<br>chest, abdomen, and<br>extremities and may be<br>used on pediatric, adult<br>and bariatric patients. It<br>can also be used for<br>intravenous, small<br>interventions (like<br>biopsy, punctures, etc.)<br>and emergency<br>(trauma critical ill)<br>applications.<br>Exposure may be taken<br>with the Patient's<br>sitting, standing, or in<br>the prone/supine<br>position.<br>The DigiX FDX System<br>is not meant for<br>mammography.<br>The DigiX FDX uses an<br>integrated or portable<br>or fixed or Wi-Fi digital<br>detector for generating<br>diagnostic images by<br>converting X-Ray into<br>electronics signals. | The DigiX FDX<br>radiographic<br>systems are used<br>in hospitals, clinics<br>and medical<br>practices. DigiX<br>FDX enables<br>radiographic<br>exposure of the<br>whole body<br>including: Skull,<br>chest, abdomen,<br>and extremities<br>and may be used<br>on pediatric, adult<br>and bariatric<br>patients. It can<br>also be used for<br>intravenous, small<br>interventions (like<br>biopsy, punctures,<br>etc.) and<br>emergency<br>(trauma critical ill)<br>applications.<br>Exposure may be<br>taken with the<br>Patient's sitting,<br>standing, or in the<br>prone/supine<br>position.<br>The DigiX FDX<br>System is not<br>meant for<br>mammography. | The Ysio (New RAD<br>Family) systems are<br>the radiographic<br>systems used in<br>hospitals, clinics, and<br>medical practices. Ysio<br>enables radiographic<br>and tomographic<br>exposures of the whole<br>body including: skull,<br>chest, abdomen, and<br>extremities and may be<br>used on pediatric, adult<br>and bariatric patients.<br>It can also be used for<br>intravenous, small<br>interventions (like<br>biopsy, punctures, etc.)<br>and emergency<br>(trauma, critical ill)<br>applications.<br>Exposures may be<br>taken with the patient<br>sitting, standing, or in<br>the prone position. The<br>Ysio system is not<br>meant for<br>mammography. The<br>Ysio uses an<br>integrated or portable<br>digital detector for<br>generating diagnostic<br>images by converting<br>X-Rays into electronic<br>signals. Ysio is also<br>designed to be used | Same as<br>predicate 1 |
| | DigiX FDX is also<br>designed to be used<br>with conventional<br>film/screen or<br>Computed<br>Radiography (CR)<br>Cassettes. | The DigiX FDX<br>uses an integrated<br>or portable or fixed<br>or Wi-Fi digital<br>detector for<br>generating<br>diagnostic images<br>by converting X-<br>Ray into<br>electronics<br>signals. DigiX FDX<br>is also designed to<br>be used with<br>conventional<br>film/screen or<br>Computed<br>Radiography (CR)<br>Cassettes. | with conventional<br>film/screen or<br>Computed<br>Radiography (CR)<br>Cassettes | |
| Technical Characteristics | | | | |
| 4. | Ceiling Mounted X-Ray Tube Suspension | | | |
| Model | CSA FDX | CSAAdv & CSAFDX | Ysio | |
| Longitudinal<br>travel | 300 cm | 300 cm | 346 cm | Same as<br>predicate 1 |
| Transverse<br>travel | 200 cm | 200 cm | 220 cm | Same as<br>predicate 1 |
| Vertical travel | 150 cm | 150 cm | 190 cm | Same as<br>predicate 1 |
| Tube rotation<br>(horiz.) | $ \pm 180^\circ $ | $ \pm 180^\circ $ | $ \pm 180^\circ $ | Same |
| Tube rotation<br>(vert.) | $ \pm 180^\circ $ | $ \pm 180^\circ $ | $ \pm 180^\circ $ | Same |
| Fully<br>automated | Yes | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Digital<br>Readout | Yes | Yes | Yes | Same |
| 5. Vertical Bucky Stand | | | | |
| Model | VBS ADV | VBSAdv | BWS with Max static | Same as |
| Vertical travel | 125 cm | 125 cm | 145 cm | predicate 1 |
| Model | VBS M XL | VBS MXL | BWS wi-D | Same as |
| Vertical travel | 162 cm | 162 cm | 141 cm | predicate 1 |
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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.