K192633 · Globalcare Medical Technology Co., Ltd. · CAF · May 1, 2020 · Anesthesiology
Device Facts
Record ID
K192633
Device Name
GUS831 Compressor Nebulizer
Applicant
Globalcare Medical Technology Co., Ltd.
Product Code
CAF · Anesthesiology
Decision Date
May 1, 2020
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 868.5630
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic, Pediatric
Indications for Use
GUS831 compressor nebulizer is designed for the production of compressed air to operate a nebulizer kit for the production of medical aerosol for respiratory disorders. The nebulizer kit is intended for multiple use by single patient for single medication. GUS831 compressor nebulizer is intended for domestic use with children from 5 years old, adolescent and adult patients and requires the order of a physician for medical use.
Device Story
Portable aerosol nebulizer; powered by external adapter or internal Li-Pol battery. Uses membrane pump to create compressed air; air flows into nebulizer kit; Venturi effect at nozzle atomizes liquid medication against plate. Produces medical aerosol for inhalation via mouthpiece. Used in home settings by patients (children >5, adolescents, adults) under physician order. Healthcare providers use device to deliver prescribed respiratory medications; output directly impacts patient respiratory therapy. Benefits include effective delivery of aerosolized medication to lungs for respiratory disorder management.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Aerosol characterization performed via Cascade Impactor at 28 LPM (adult) and 12 LPM (pediatric) using Albuterol sulfate, Ipratropium bromide, and Cromolyn sodium. Results demonstrate statistical equivalence in therapeutic delivery compared to predicate. Biocompatibility testing conducted per ISO 10993-1, -3, -5, -6, -10; gas pathway safety assessed per ISO 18562.
Technological Characteristics
Materials: ABS (case), PC (medicine chamber), PP (nozzle), HDPE (mouthpiece), PVC (air tube). Principle: Venturi effect via membrane pump. Power: 5V DC adapter or 3.7V 2570 mAh Li-Pol battery. Dimensions: 68x45x110mm. Standards: IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, IEC 60601-1-11. Non-sterile.
Indications for Use
Indicated for children from 5 years old, adolescents, and adults with respiratory disorders requiring physician-prescribed aerosolized medication. Intended for domestic use.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A nebulizer is a device intended to spray liquids in aerosol form into gases that are delivered directly to the patient for breathing. Heated, ultrasonic, gas, venturi, and refillable nebulizers are included in this generic type of device.
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May 1, 2020
Globalcare Medical Technology Co., Ltd. % Kevin Wang Consultant Chonconn Medical Device Consulting Co., Ltd. No. A415, Block A, Nanshan Medical device industrial park, Nanshan District Shenzhen, 518067 Cn
Re: K192633
Trade/Device Name: GUS831 Compressor Nebulizer Regulation Number: 21 CFR 868.5630 Regulation Name: Nebulizer Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: CAF Dated: April 22, 2020 Received: April 27, 2020
Dear Kevin Wang:
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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Please be advised that FDA's issuance of a substantial equivalence determination does not mean that FDA has made a determination that your device complies with other requirements of the Act or any Federal
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Sincerely,
James J. Lee Ph.D. Assistant Director DHT1C: Division of ENT, Sleep Disordered Breathing, Respiratory and Anesthesia Devices OHT1: Office of Ophthalmic, Anesthesia, Respiratory, ENT and Dental Devices 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) K192633
Device Name GUS831 Compressor Nebulizer
GUS831 compressor nebulizer is designed for the production of compressed air to operate a nebulizer kit for the production of medical aerosol for respiratory disorders. The nebulizer kit is intended for multiple use by single patient for single medication. GUS831 compressor nebulizer is intended for domestic use with children from 5 years old, adolescent and adult patients and requires the order of a physician for medical use.
| Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable) | |
|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| <span> <span style="font-size: 20px;">☑</span> Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) </span> | <span> □ Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C) </span> |
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# 510(K) Summary
### Prepared in accordance with the requirements of 21 CFR Part 807.92
Prepared Date: 2020/02/02
## 1. Submission sponsor
Name: Globalcare Medical Technology Co., Ltd. Address: 7th Building, 39 Middle Industrial Main Road, European Industrial Zone, Xiaolan Town, Zhongshan City, Guangdong Province, P.R. China Contact person: Janice Deng Title: Regulatory Officer E-mail: janice@globalcare.com.cn Tel: +86 760 22589901-608
#### 2. Submission correspondent
Name: Chonconn Medical Device Consulting Co., Ltd.
Address: No. A415, Block A, NanShan Medical devices Industrial Park Nanshan District, Shenzhen,
Guangdong, P.R. China 518067
Contact person: Kevin Wang
E-mail: kevin@chonconn.com
Tel: +86-755 33941160
| Trade/Device Name | Compressor Nebulizer |
|-------------------|-----------------------------------|
| Model | GUS831 |
| Common Name | Compressor Nebulizer |
| Regulatory Class | Class II |
| Classification | 21CFR §868.5630 / Nebulizer / CAF |
| Submission type | Traditional 510(K) |
#### Subject Device Information 3.
#### 4. Predicate Device
By submission of the Traditional 510(k), Globalcare Medical Technology Co., Ltd. is requesting clearance for Compressor Nebulizer. It is comparable to the following legally marketed system: 1. TaiDoc Technology Corporation, U-RIGHT Compressor Nebulizer under K121969.
The subject device has same intended use, same target patient population, same performance effectiveness, performance safety as the predicate devices and no question is raised regarding to effectiveness and safety. So, the conclusion is that the subject device is substantial equivalent to the predicate.
#### 5. Intended use & Indication for use
GUS831 compressor nebulizer is designed for the production of compressed air to operate a nebulizer kit for the production of medical aerosol for respiratory disorders. The nebulizer kit is intended for multiple use by single patient for single medication. GUS831 compressor nebulizer is intended for domestic use with children from 5 years old, adolescent and adult patients and requires the order of a physician for medical use.
#### Device Description 6.
GUS831 Compressor Nebulizer is a portable aerosol nebulizer electronically powered by an external power
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adapter and by an internal rechargeable lithium polymer battery. The compressed air, created by the membrane pump of the device, flows into the nebulizer container kit. The air pressure forced the liquid through the nozzle where it is atomized against a plate within the container. The device is equipped with a mouthpiece to easily delivery the medical aerosol.
#### 7. Principle of Operation
This device operates on the Venturi principle. Compressed air is driven through a converging nozzle, where it accelerates and emerges at a high velocity, creating a vacuum (Venturi effect). The vacuum draws a liquid residing in a reservoir up through a cylindrical channel and into the emerging airstream formed by the nozzle, to mix with air and impact upon a rigid surface. This process uses energy from the airstream to convert liquid into small droplets called aerosol. Upon reaching the user aerosol is suitably refined to enter the lungs effectively.
#### Comparison to the Predicate Device 8.
The GUS831 Compressor Nebulizer and U-RIGHT Compressor Nebulizer (K121969), are identical in purpose, function, core technology and method of operation. Only minor differences exist between the GUS831 Compressor Nebulizer and predicate, which do not affect the safety or effectiveness of the subject device. Table 1 provides a comparison of the subject and predicate devices.
| Features | Subject Device<br>GUS831 Compressor Nebulizer | Predicate Device<br>U-RIGHT Compressor Nebulizer | Comment |
|-------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------|
| K number | K192633 | K121969 | / |
| Indication for use | GUS831 compressor nebulizer is<br>designed for the production of<br>compressed air to operate a<br>nebulizer kit for the production of<br>medical aerosol for respiratory<br>disorders. The nebulizer kit is<br>intended for multiple use by single<br>patient for single medication.<br>GUS831 compressor nebulizer is<br>intended for domestic use with<br>children from 5 years old,<br>adolescent and adult patients and<br>requires the order of a physician for<br>medical use. | U-RIGHT Compressor Nebulizer,<br>model TD-7013/TD-7012, is<br>designed to provide a compressed<br>air source to aerosolize<br>physician-prescribed liquid<br>medication when used in<br>combination with the packaged<br>Nebulizer kit, except for<br>Pentamidine. The packaged<br>Nebulizer kit is intended for single<br>use by single patient. U-RIGHT<br>Compressor Nebulizer, model<br>TD-7013/TD-7012, is intended for<br>use with children, adolescents (5<br>years to 18 years old), and adult<br>patients in the homecare settings. | Substantially<br>equivalent |
| Product Code | CAF | CAF | Same |
| Regulation<br>number | 21 CFR §868.5630 | 21 CFR §868.5630 | Same |
| Panel | Anesthesiology | Anesthesiology | Same |
| Class | Class II | Class II | Same |
| Use | Prescription Use | Prescription Use | Same |
| Features | Subject Device<br>GUS831 Compressor Nebulizer | Predicate Device<br>U-RIGHT Compressor Nebulizer | Comment |
| Target<br>Population | >5<br>years old | >2 years old | Same |
| Environmental<br>Use | Home use | Homecare setting | Same |
| Principle of<br>Operation | Compressor Air | Compressor Air | Same |
| Power source | DC adaptor: 5Vd.c.,<br>Internal lithium polymer (Li-Pol)<br>battery: 3.7Vd.c., 2570 mAh | DC adaptor: 6Vd.c. | Substantially<br>equivalent |
| Power<br>consumption | 10W | 6W | Difference has no<br>effect on safety or<br>effectiveness |
| Compressor<br>pressure range<br>(only compressor) | 13 ~ 17 psi | 15 ~ 17 psi | Difference has no<br>effect on safety or<br>effectiveness |
| Operating<br>pressure range<br>(with nebulizing<br>chamber) | 5.1 ~ 8 psi | 6 ~ 8 psi | Difference has no<br>effect on safety or<br>effectiveness |
| Flow Rate | 4 ~ 6 LPM | 4 LPM Max. | Substantially<br>equivalent |
| Noise Level | 45 dBA | 60 dBA | Difference has no<br>effect on safety or<br>effectiveness |
| Mode of<br>operation | 30 mins on/ 30 mins off | 30 mins on/ 30 mins off | Same |
| Nebulization<br>Rate (avg) | 0.25 ml/min | 0.25ml/min | Same |
| Medication<br>capacity | 2ml ~ 6ml | 2ml ~ 6ml | Same |
| User interface | On/Off switch<br>LED indicators | On/Off switch | Difference has no<br>effect on safety or<br>effectiveness |
| Standards met | IEC 60601-1<br>IEC 60601-1-2<br>IEC 60601-1-11 | IEC 60601-1<br>IEC 60601-1-2 | Subject device<br>complies with<br>more recent<br>standards |
| Patient contact /<br>anatomical site | Mouth | Mouth | Same |
| Contact materials<br>per<br>ISO 10993-1 | External communicating<br>components with tissue contact | External communicating<br>components with tissue contact | Same |
| Features | Subject Device<br>GUS831 Compressor Nebulizer | Predicate Device<br>U-RIGHT Compressor Nebulizer | Comment |
| Biocompatibility<br>testing | Cytotoxicity (ISO 10993-5)<br>Irritation (ISO 10993-10)<br>Sensitization (ISO 10993-10)<br>Implantation (ISO 10993-6)<br>Genotoxicity (ISO 10993-3)<br>Gas pathways ISO 18562 | Cytotoxicity (ISO 10993-5)<br>Irritation (ISO 10993-10)<br>Sensitization (ISO 10993-10)<br>Implantation (ISO 10993-6)<br>Genotoxicity (ISO 10993-3) | Subject device<br>complies with<br>more recent<br>standards |
| Dimensions (mm) | 68x45x110 | 125x115x46 | Difference has no<br>effect on safety or<br>effectiveness |
| Weight (Kg) | 0.250 | 0.290 | Difference has no<br>effect on safety or<br>effectiveness |
| Operating<br>conditions | 10-40°C<br>10-95% RH<br>700-1060 hPa | 10-40°C<br>30-85% RH<br>700-1060 hPa | Difference has no<br>effect on safety or<br>effectiveness |
| Storage<br>conditions | -20-60°C<br>10-95% RH<br>700-1060 hPa | -25-70°C<br>10-95% RH<br>700-1060 hPa | Difference has no<br>effect on safety or<br>effectiveness |
| Materials | Case: ABS<br>Medicine chamber: PC<br>Nozzle: PP<br>Mouthpiece: HDPE<br>Air tube: PVC | Case: ABS<br>Medicine chamber: PC<br>Nozzle: PP<br>Mouthpiece: HDPE<br>Air tube: PVC | Same |
| Sterility | No | No | Same |
| Reusable parts | Nebulizing chamber and<br>mouthpiece<br>Compressor and air tube | Compressor and air tube | Difference has no<br>effect on safety or<br>effectiveness |
| Device Cleaning | Compressor: Soft dry cloth and<br>non-abrasive cleaners for the outer<br>case of the compressor<br>Kit: wash with soap and hot water<br>after each treatment | Compressor: Alcohol cotton swabs<br>for the outer casing of the compressor<br>Kit: wash with running water or soak<br>in warm water | Difference has no<br>effect on safety or<br>effectiveness |
| Contraindications | None | Pentamidine | Difference has no<br>effect on safety or<br>effectiveness |
| Device lifetime | 400 hours running time | 3 years | Difference has no<br>effect on safety or<br>effectiveness |
| Features | Drug | Subject Device<br>GUS831 | Predicate Device<br>U-RIGHT |
| Particle Characterization per Cascade Impactor @ 28 LPM | | | |
| Particle Size (MMAD) | Albuterol Sulfate (2.5 mg/3 ml) | 2.64±0.35 | 3.87±0.31 |
Table 1: Comparison to Predicate Device
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# 9. Device Testing
Testing and equivalence analysis were performed to support the substantial equivalence determination.
## 9.1 Biocompatibility testing
The biocompatibility evaluation for the GUS831 compressor nebulizer was conducted in accordance with the FDA Biocompatibility guidance, 2016 (Use of International Standard ISO 10993-1, "Biological
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evaluation of medical devices - Part 1: Evaluation and testing within a risk management process") and International Standard ISO 10993-1 "Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices - Part 1: Evaluation and Testing Within a Risk Management Process," as recognized by FDA.
All the patient-contacting parts of the GUS831 compressor nebulizer are:
Device: External Communicating (Indirect gas pathway) Tissue / Bone / Dentin communicating
Duration of Use - permanent (> 30 days)
Mouthpiece: Surface Contact Mucosal membrane
Duration of Use - permanent (> 30 days)
The GUS compressor nebulizer use an identical nebulizing kit to U-RIGHT TD-7013, which is already cleared under K121969. Mouthpiece and nebulizing bottle have same formulation and processing, and no other chemicals have been added (e.g., plasticizers, fillers, cleaning agents, mold, release agents etc.) so new issue regarding biological safety are not raised.
Mouthpiece and nebulizer bottle tests were performed for K121969 clearance as external communicating components with tissue contact:
- Cytotoxicity (ISO 10993-5) .
- . Sensitization (ISO 10993-10)
- . Irritation (ISO 10993-10)
- . Genotoxicity (ISO 10993-3)
- Implantation (ISO 10993-6) .
### 9.2 Biocompatibility evaluation of breathing gas pathways
Additional testing pertaining to the gas pathway and associated risk assessments/conclusions were conducted according to the ISO 18562 family of standard by an independent source. Testing included the following assessments:
- . Volatile Organic Compound Analysis (VOCs)
- Emitted Particulate Gas Analysis (EPA PM2.5) .
- . Leachables in condensate (metal ions and organic impurities)
### 9.3 Aerosol Characterization
Aerosol characterization testing for the subject device and predicate device was conducted in accordance with the relevant sections of the CDRH Guidance Document "Reviewer Guidance for Nebulizer, Metered Dose Inhalers, Spacers and Actuators" (FDA/CDRH – 1993). The particle size distribution test via Cascade Impactor of GUS831 Compressor Nebulizer was performed in comparison to the predicate device K121969 with three drugs (Albuterol sulfate, Ipratropium bromide, Cromolyn sodium). The test has shown almost all the performance parameters of the two different nebulizers were statistically identical for adult conditions and substantially equivalent in the therapeutic amount of medication delivered for pediatric conditions. The measured differences raise no new safety and efficacy issues; therefore, device equivalence is proved.
### ADULT CONDITIONS:
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| (μm) | Ipratropium Bromide (0.5 mg/2.5 ml) | 2.51±0.36 | 3.37±0.46 |
|------------------------------------|-------------------------------------|-----------|-----------|
| | Cromolyn Sodium (20 mg/2.0 ml) | 2.64±0.34 | 2.87±0.15 |
| Geometric Standard Deviation | Albuterol Sulfate (2.5 mg/3 ml) | 3.32±0.57 | 3.77±0.48 |
| | Ipratropium Bromide (0.5 mg/2.5 ml) | 3.59±0.48 | 4.14±0.25 |
| | Cromolyn Sodium (20 mg/2.0 ml) | 3.37±0.70 | 3.70±0.55 |
| Total Dose Delivered | Albuterol Sulfate (2.5 mg/3 ml) | 471±45 | 514±55 |
| (µg) | Ipratropium Bromide (0.5 mg/2.5 ml) | 91±9 | 89±12 |
| | Cromolyn Sodium (20 mg/2.0 ml) | 3286±383 | 2772±441 |
| Total Respirable Dose (0.5-5 um) | Albuterol Sulfate (2.5 mg/3 ml) | 263±38 | 259±37 |
| (µg) | Ipratropium Bromide (0.5 mg/2.5 ml) | 50±8 | 42±5 |
| | Cromolyn Sodium (20 mg/2.0 ml) | 1913±328 | 1448±312 |
| Coarse Particle Dose (>4.7 um) | Albuterol Sulfate (2.5 mg/3 ml) | 178±23 | 253±38 |
| (µg) | Ipratropium Bromide (0.5 mg/2.5 ml) | 35±6 | 41±8 |
| | Cromolyn Sodium (20 mg/2.0 ml) | 1268±316 | 1143±106 |
| Fine Particle Dose (<4.7 um) | Albuterol Sulfate (2.5 mg/3 ml) | 293±45 | 261±17 |
| (µg) | Ipratropium Bromide (0.5 mg/2.5 ml) | 56±7 | 48±4 |
| | Cromolyn Sodium (20 mg/2.0 ml) | 2018±430 | 1628±338 |
| Ultra-Fine Particle Dose (<1.0 um) | Albuterol Sulfate (2.5 mg/3 ml) | 87±23 | 56±33 |
| (µg) | Ipratropium Bromide (0.5 mg/2.5 ml) | 20±3 | 17±3 |
| | Cromolyn Sodium (20 mg/2.0 ml) | 687±133 | 540±80 |
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## PEDIATRIC CONDITIONS:
| Features | Drug | Subject Device<br>GUS831 | Predicate Device<br>U-RIGHT |
|---------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------|--------------------------|-----------------------------|
| Particle Characterization per Cascade Impactor @ 12 LPM | | | |
| Particle Size (MMAD)<br>(μm) | Albuterol Sulfate (2.5 mg/3 ml) | 5.00±0.95 | 5.57±0.45 |
| | Ipratropium Bromide (0.5 mg/2.5 ml) | 4.57±1.12 | 6.80±0.61 |
| | Cromolyn Sodium (20 mg/2.0 ml) | 4.93±0.47 | 7.23±0.49 |
| Geometric Standard Deviation | Albuterol Sulfate (2.5 mg/3 ml) | 3.00±0.07 | 3.90±0.29 |
| | Ipratropium Bromide (0.5 mg/2.5 ml) | 3.42±0.09 | 3.74±0.24 |
| | Cromolyn Sodium (20 mg/2.0 ml) | 4.35±0.62 | 3.63±0.79 |
| Total Dose Delivered<br>(µg) | Albuterol Sulfate (2.5 mg/3 ml) | 1106±53 | 1148±69 |
| | Ipratropium Bromide (0.5 mg/2.5 ml) | 221±26 | 232±11 |
| | Cromolyn Sodium (20 mg/2.0 ml) | 5523±154 | 6633±595 |
| Total Respirable Dose (0.5-5 um)<br>(µg) | Albuterol Sulfate (2.5 mg/3 ml) | 541±93 | 423±15 |
| | Ipratropium Bromide (0.5 mg/2.5 ml) | 103±19 | 79±5 |
| | Cromolyn Sodium (20 mg/2.0 ml) | 2370±132 | 2263±207 |
| Coarse Particle Dose (>4.7 um)<br>(µg) | Albuterol Sulfate (2.5 mg/3 ml) | 576±36 | 701±107 |
| | Ipratropium Bromide (0.5 mg/2.5 ml) | 113±27 | 152±8 |
| | Cromolyn Sodium (20 mg/2.0 ml) | 2920±113 | 4343±426 |
| Fine Particle Dose (<4.7 um)<br>(µg) | Albuterol Sulfate (2.5 mg/3 ml) | 531±88 | 447±39 |
| | Ipratropium Bromide (0.5 mg/2.5 ml) | 108±32 | 80±2 |
| | Cromolyn Sodium (20 mg/2.0 ml) | 2603±111 | 2290±478 |
| Ultra-Fine Particle Dose (<1.0 um)<br>(µg) | Albuterol Sulfate (2.5 mg/3 ml) | 80±26 | 51±4 |
| | Ipratropium Bromide (0.5 mg/2.5 ml) | 17±5 | 17±3 |
| | Cromolyn Sodium (20 mg/2.0 ml) | 737±51 | 571±161 |
### 10. Conclusion
It has been shown in this 510(k) submission that the difference between the proposed devices and the predicate devices do not raise any questions regarding safety and effectiveness. Performance testing and compliance with voluntary standards demonstrate that the proposed are substantially equivalent to the relevant aspects of the predicate devices in terms of design, components, materials, of operation, biocompatibility, performance characteristics, and intended use.
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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.