K200336 · Andersen Sterilizers, Inc. · FRG · Nov 12, 2020 · General Hospital
Device Facts
Record ID
K200336
Device Name
Tyvek Sterilization Pouches with Chevron Seal
Applicant
Andersen Sterilizers, Inc.
Product Code
FRG · General Hospital
Decision Date
Nov 12, 2020
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 880.6850
Device Class
Class 2
Indications for Use
Tyvek Sterilization Pouches with Chevron Seal are intended to enclose medical devices that are to be sterilized in a single pouch configuration at a healthcare facility. They are used in 3-hour and 6-hour gas exposures at 50°C in the EOGas 4 Ethylene Oxide Gas Sterilizer.
Device Story
Tyvek Sterilization Pouches with Chevron Seal enclose medical devices for ethylene oxide (EO) sterilization. Pouches consist of uncoated high-density polyethylene (Tyvek) backing and clear laminated PET/LDPE or LDPE-EVA film front. Available as self-seal or heat-sealable pouches/tubing. Used in healthcare facilities; operated by clinical staff. Devices inserted and sealed; processed in EOGas 4 Sterilizer (3-hour or 6-hour cycles at 50°C). AN85 EO indicators on pouch exterior change color (yellow-green to blue) to confirm EO exposure. Pouches maintain sterility for 6 months post-processing. Facilitates safe sterilization of surgical instruments, endoscopes, and reusable materials.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Sterilization efficacy validated using half-dose method, achieving 10^-6 SAL. Package integrity (seal strength, microbial barrier, burst, peel) verified per ISO 11607-1 and ASTM standards. Shelf life studies confirmed 6-month sterility maintenance post-processing. Biocompatibility testing passed.
Technological Characteristics
Materials: Uncoated HDPE Tyvek (back), laminated PET/LDPE or LDPE-EVA film (front). Construction: Heat-sealed or self-seal chevron design. Sterilization: Ethylene Oxide (EO) gas. Connectivity: None. Software: None.
Indications for Use
Indicated for enclosing medical devices for sterilization in a single pouch configuration at healthcare facilities. Used in 3-hour and 6-hour gas exposures at 50°C in the EOGas 4 Ethylene Oxide Gas Sterilizer. Compatible with metal instruments, plastics, fabrics, and endoscopes (including duodenoscopes and colonoscopes).
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A sterilization wrap (pack, sterilization wrapper, bag, or accessories, is a device intended to be used to enclose another medical device that is to be sterilized by a health care provider. It is intended to allow sterilization of the enclosed medical device and also to maintain sterility of the enclosed device until used.
Predicate Devices
Tyvek Sterilization Pouches with Chevron Seal (K152058)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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November 12, 2020
Andersen Sterilizers, Inc. William Andersen President 3154 Caroline Drive Haw River, North Carolina 27258
Re: K200336
Trade/Device Name: Tyvek Sterilization Pouches with Chevron Seal Regulation Number: 21 CFR 880.6850 Regulation Name: Sterilization Wrap Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: FRG Dated: October 8, 2020 Received: October 13, 2020
#### Dear William Andersen:
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CAPT Elizabeth Claverie, MS Assistant Director DHT4B: Division of Infection Control and Plastic Surgery Devices OHT4: Office of Surgical and Infection Control Devices Office of Product Evaluation and Quality Center for Devices and Radiological Health
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### Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K200336
Device Name
Tyvek Sterilization Pouches with Chevron Seal
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
Tyvek Sterilization Pouches with Chevron Seal are intended to enclose medical devices that are to be sterilized in a single pouch configuration at a healthcare facility. They are used in 3-hour gas exposures at 50°C in the EOGas 4 Ethylene Oxide Gas Sterilizer.
Critical process parameters for the cycle are summarized in Table 1.
Table 1. Critical sterilization cycle parameters in the EOGas 4 Ethylene Oxide Gas Sterilizer
| Ethylene Oxide | Temperature | Relative Humidity | EO Exposure Time | Total Cycle Time |
|----------------|-------------|-------------------|------------------|------------------|
| 17.6 g ± 5% | 50°C ± 3°C | 35-70% | 3 hours | 3.5 hours |
| | | | 6 hours | 7 hours |
The EOGas 4 Ethylene Oxide Gas Sterilizer 3-hour gas exposure is used for surface sterilization of medical devices, including instruments with diffusion-restricted spaces (hinges or mated surfaces), as well as for the sterilization of endoscopes working length shorter than 1100 mm as specified in the sterilizer labeling.
The EOGas 4 Ethylene Oxide Gas Sterilizer 6-hour gas exposure is used for sterilization of duodenoscopes and colonoscopes with working length longer than 1100 mm as specified in the sterilizer labeling.
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| Device Type | Maximum Load | Device Examples | Required Aeration |
|-------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Metal | 24 lbs (11 kg) | Surgical instruments,<br>delicate sharps,<br>including those with<br>hinges and mated<br>surfaces | No additional aeration<br>required;<br>Follow pouch or wrap<br>manufacturer's<br>instructions (Example: Tyve<br>pouches require ≥ 6 hours<br>at 50°C) |
| Plastic | 7.0 lbs (3.2 kg) | Reusable power cords,<br>trocars, and similar<br>devices | 24 hours at 50°C;<br>Follow manufacturer's<br>instructions |
| Fabric | 6.1 lbs (2.8 kg) | Reusable cloth gowns,<br>towels, and similar devices | |
| ≤ 1100 mm<br>Working<br>Lumen<br>Length<br>Endoscopes | One (1)<br>≥ 2.0 mm ID biopsy channel<br>≤ 1100 mm working length | Gastrovideoscopes,<br>gastrointestinal videoscopes,<br>and similar devices | 8 hours at 50°C;<br>Follow manufacturer's<br>instructions |
| | Four (4)<br>> 1.2 mm ID biopsy channel<br>≤700 mm working length | Bronchoscopes,<br>bronchovideoscopes, cystoscopes,<br>ureteroscopes, choledocoscopes, | |
6-Hour EO Exposure, EOGas 4 Endo-SteriTest PCD (Gold Purge Probe)
| | Two (2) Duodenoscopes* | Olympus TJF-Q180V, | |
|------------|------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------|--------------------------|
| | ≥ 2.0 mm ID biopsy channel | Olympus TJF-Q160VF, | 6 hours at 50°C for |
| | ≤ 1250 mm working length | Olympus TJF-Q190V, | Olympus and Pentax |
| | ≥ 1.2 mm ID, ≤ 3530 mm<br>maximum length of any<br>channel | Olympus PJF-160,<br>Fujifilm ED-530XT, | endoscopes in Sterisheet |
| | | Pentax ED34-i10T2, | |
| >1100 mm | | Pentax ED-3490TK | 8 hours at 50°C for |
| Working | Two (2) Colonoscopes* | | Fujifilm endoscopes |
| Lumen | ≥ 3.7 mm ID biopsy channel | Olympus CF-Q180AL, | in Sterisheet |
| Length | ≤ 1700 mm working length | Fujifilm EC-600HL, | Follow manufacturer's |
| Endoscopes | ≥ 1.2 mm ID, ≤ 3530 mm<br>maximum length of any channel | Pentax EC-3490Li | instructions |
* One (1) duodenoscope may also be paired with one (1) colonoscope
After completion of the sterilization process, the pouches maintain sterility of the enclosed medical devices for 6 months. 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 K200336
| Applicant's Name and Address | Andersen Sterilizers, Inc.<br>Establishment Registration Number 3004634710<br>3154 Caroline Drive<br>Haw River, NC 27258 |
|------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Contact Person | William K. Andersen, BE, MD, FAAOS<br>President<br>Phone: 336-376-8622, Fax: 336-376-5428 |
| Date of Preparation | February 3, 2020 |
| Device | | | | | | | | | |
|------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------|-----------------------------------------------|-------------|---------------------|----------------|----------------------------|--------------|-----|
| | <table><tr><td>Proprietary Name</td><td>Tyvek Sterilization Pouches with Chevron Seal</td></tr><tr><td>Common Name</td><td>Sterilization Pouch</td></tr><tr><td>Classification</td><td>Class II (21 CFR 880.6850)</td></tr><tr><td>Product Code</td><td>FRG</td></tr></table> | Proprietary Name | Tyvek Sterilization Pouches with Chevron Seal | Common Name | Sterilization Pouch | Classification | Class II (21 CFR 880.6850) | Product Code | FRG |
| Proprietary Name | Tyvek Sterilization Pouches with Chevron Seal | | | | | | | | |
| Common Name | Sterilization Pouch | | | | | | | | |
| Classification | Class II (21 CFR 880.6850) | | | | | | | | |
| Product Code | FRG | | | | | | | | |
| Predicate Device | | | | | | | |
|------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------|-----------------------------------------------|---------------|---------|--------------|-----------------------|
| | <table><tr><td>Device Name</td><td>Tyvek Sterilization Pouches with Chevron Seal</td></tr><tr><td>510(k) number</td><td>K152058</td></tr><tr><td>Manufacturer</td><td>Amcor Flexibles, Inc.</td></tr></table> | Device Name | Tyvek Sterilization Pouches with Chevron Seal | 510(k) number | K152058 | Manufacturer | Amcor Flexibles, Inc. |
| Device Name | Tyvek Sterilization Pouches with Chevron Seal | | | | | | |
| 510(k) number | K152058 | | | | | | |
| Manufacturer | Amcor Flexibles, Inc. | | | | | | |
The predicate Tyvek Sterilization Pouches with Chevron Seal (K152058) were cleared as an
accessory for use in 3-hour gas exposures in the EOGas 4 Ethylene Oxide Gas SterilizationSystem manufactured by Andersen Sterilizers, Inc.
The 510(k) submission modifies the indications for use of the predicate device in order to include Tyvek Sterilization Pouches with Chevron Seal as an accessory for use in 6-hour gas exposures in the EOGas 4 Ethylene Oxide Sterilization System manufactured by Andersen Sterilizers, Inc. No modifications were made to the manufacturing method, technology, or intended use.
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### Device Description
Tyvek Sterilization Pouches with Chevron Seal are constructed from an uncoated Tyvek backing of fine, continuous, high-density polyethylene fibers, with front material consisting of a clear, laminated polyethylene terephthalate / low density polyethylene (LDPE) or LDPE-ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer film. The pouches are used to enclose medical devices that are to be sterilized by a healthcare provider in 3-hour and 6-hour gas exposures at 50°C in the EOGas 4 Ethylene Oxide Gas Sterilizer. Following manufacturer's instructions, devices are inserted into Tyvek Sterilization Pouches and sealed. The self-seal pouch permits sealing of the pouch without heatsealing equipment, whereas the heat-sealable pouches must be heat sealed prior to the cycle. Andersen Sterilizers' AN85 EO Indicators, when placed on the outside of the sterilization pouches. indicate EO exposure and offer a convenient way to differentiate pouches that have been processed in EO sterilization cycles from unprocessed units. The color of the AN85 EO Indicators changes from yellow-green to blue after exposure to EO. After completion of the sterilization process, the pouches maintain sterility of the enclosed medical devices for 6 months.
## Indications for Use
Tyvek Sterilization Pouches with Chevron Seal are intended to enclose medical devices that are to be sterilized in a single pouch configuration at a healthcare facility. They are used in 3-hour and 6-hour gas exposures at 50°C in the EOGas 4 Ethylene Oxide Gas Sterilizer. Critical process parameters for the cycle are summarized in Table 5-1.
| Ethylene Oxide | Temperature | Relative<br>Humidity | Ethylene Oxide<br>Exposure Time | Total Cycle Time |
|----------------|-------------|----------------------|---------------------------------|------------------|
| 17.6 g ± 5% | 50°C ± 3°C | 35-90% | 3 hours | 3.5 hours |
| | | | 6 hours | 7 hours |
Table 5-1. Critical sterilization cycle parameters for EOGas 4 Ethylene Oxide Gas Sterilizer
The EOGas 4 Ethylene Oxide Gas Sterilizer 3-hour gas exposure is used for surface sterilization of medical devices, including instruments with diffusion-restricted spaces (hinges or mated surfaces), as well as for the sterilization of endoscopes working length shorter than 1100 mm as specified in the sterilizer labeling.
The EOGas 4 Ethylene Oxide Gas Sterilizer 6-hour gas exposure is used for sterilization of duodenoscopes and colonoscopes with working length longer than 1100 mm as specified in the sterilizer labeling.
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| Device Type | Maximum Load | Device Examples | Required Aeration |
|-------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| 3-Hour EO Exposure, EOGas 4 SteriTest PCD (Blue Purge Probe) | | | |
| Metal | 24 lbs<br>(11 kg) | Surgical instruments,<br>delicate sharps,<br>including those with<br>hinges and mated<br>surfaces | No additional aeration<br>required;<br>Follow pouch or wrap<br>manufacturer's<br>instructions (Example:<br>Tyvek pouches require<br>≥ 6 hours at 50°C) |
| Plastic | 7.0 lbs<br>(3.2 kg) | Reusable power cords,<br>trocars, and similar<br>devices | 24 hours at 50°C; |
| Fabric | 6.1 lbs<br>(2.8 kg) | Reusable cloth gowns,<br>towels, and similar<br>devices | Follow manufacturer's<br>instructions |
| ≤ 1100 mm<br>Working<br>Lumen<br>Length<br>Endoscopes | One (1)<br>≥ 2.0 mm ID biopsy channel<br>≤ 1100 mm working length | Gastrovideoscopes,<br>gastrointestinal<br>videoscopes, and similar<br>devices | 8 hours at 50°C if in<br>Sterisheet; |
| | Four (4)<br>≥ 1.2 mm ID biopsy channel<br>≤ 700 mm working length | Bronchoscopes,<br>bronchovideoscopes,<br>cystoscopes,<br>ureteroscopes,<br>choledocoscopes, and<br>similar devices | Follow manufacturer's<br>instructions |
| 6-Hour EO Exposure, EOGas 4 Endo-SteriTest PCD (Gold Purge Probe) | | | |
| >1100 mm<br>Working<br>Lumen<br>Length<br>Endoscopes | Two (2) Duodenoscopes *<br>≥ 2.0 mm ID biopsy channel<br>≤ 1250 mm working length<br>≥ 1.2 mm ID, ≤ 3530 mm<br>maximum length of any<br>channel | Olympus TJF-Q180V,<br>Olympus TJF-Q160VF,<br>Olympus TJF-Q190V,<br>Olympus PJF-160,<br>Fujifilm ED-530XT,<br>Pentax ED34-i10T2<br>Pentax ED-3490TK | 6 hours at 50°C for<br>Olympus and Pentax<br>endoscopes in<br>Sterisheet; |
| | Two (2) Colonoscopes *<br>≥ 3.7 mm ID biopsy channel<br>≤ 1700 mm working length<br>≥ 1.2 mm ID, ≤ 3530 mm<br>maximum length of any<br>channel<br>* One (1) duodenoscope may also be paired with one (1) | Olympus CF-Q180AL,<br>Fujifilm EC-600HL,<br>Pentax EC-3490Li | 8 hours at 50°C for<br>Fujifilm endoscopes in<br>Sterisheet;<br>Follow manufacturer's<br>instructions |
| | colonoscope | | |
Table 5- 2. Load and material types validated in the EOGas 4 Ethylene Oxide Gas Sterilizer
After completion of the sterilization process, the pouches maintain sterility of the enclosed medical devices for 6 months.
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# Technological Characteristics
The technological characteristics of Tyvek Sterilization Pouches with Chevron Seal are identical to the predicate device (K152058) - both are intended for the same use, use the same technology, and are designed in the same way.
The subject Tyvek Sterilization Pouches with Chevron Seal differ from the predicate device only in the indicated sterilization cycles. A comparison between the devices is listed in Table 5-3.
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| Elements | Predicate Device: Tyvek Sterilization<br>Pouches (K152058) | Subject Device: Tyvek<br>Sterilization Pouches (K200336) |
|-----------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Intended Use | To enclose medical devices, allow sterilization<br>of the enclosed devices, and maintain sterility<br>of the enclosed devices | Identical |
| Indications for<br>Use | Tyvek Sterilization Pouches with Chevron Seal<br>are intended to enclose medical devices that<br>are to be sterilized in a single pouch<br>configuration at a healthcare facility. They are<br>used in 3-hour gas exposures at 50°C in the<br>EOGas 4 Ethylene Oxide Gas Sterilizer. | Tyvek Sterilization Pouches with<br>Chevron Seal are intended to<br>enclose medical devices that are<br>to be sterilized in a single pouch<br>configuration at a healthcare<br>facility. They are used in 3-hour<br>and 6-hour gas exposures at 50°C<br>in the EOGas 4 Ethylene Oxide<br>Gas Sterilizer. |
| Design | Adhesive laminated film is a clear, high<br>strength material;<br>Uncoated Tyvek is compatible with EO<br>sterilization, resistant to microbial penetration,<br>and resistant to puncture | Identical |
| Pouch Types | Self-seal pouch; Heat seal pouch; Heat seal<br>tubing | Identical |
| Device<br>Construction | Self-seal and heat seal pouches: front and back<br>materials are heat sealed together on three<br>sides; fourth side (end) remains open for<br>filling; end is sealed by heat (heat seal<br>pouches) or by removing protective liner strip,<br>folding along the pre-fold, and pressing to the<br>film (self-seal pouches).<br>Heat seal tubing: front and back materials are<br>heat sealed together on two sides; two ends are<br>open for selecting size and filling; ends are<br>sealed by heat. | Identical |
| Materials | Clear laminated PET/LDPE or LDPE-EVA<br>film (front) and uncoated HDPE Tyvek (back) | Identical |
| Configuration | Single pouch configuration | Identical |
| Shelf Life | 5 years from date of manufacture | Identical |
| Biocompatibility | Materials and biological evaluations (Agar<br>Diffusion Test, Cytotoxicity Test) meet ISO<br>11607-1 requirements | Identical |
| Maintenance of<br>Sterility | Sterility is maintained for 3 months after<br>processing in the EOGas 4 Ethylene Oxide Gas<br>Sterilizer | Sterility is maintained for 6<br>months after processing in the<br>EOGas 4 Ethylene Oxide Gas<br>Sterilizer |
| Aeration Time | ≥ 6 hours | ≥ 6 hours |
| Package<br>Integrity | Seal strength, microbial barrier, burst, and peel<br>open characteristics meet ISO and ASTM<br>requirements | Identical |
Table 5-3. Device Comparison
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# Summary of Non-Clinical Testing
#### Performance Testing
Performance testing was conducted to demonstrate that Tyvek Sterilization Pouches with Chevron Seal perform as intended to allow sterilization of the enclosed medical devices. Sterilization efficacy testing demonstrated a sterility assurance level of 10 ° using the half dose validation method under worst-case conditions. Tyvek Sterilization Pouches with Chevron Seal also maintain sterility of the enclosed devices as intended. Shelf life studies demonstrated after completion of the EOGas 4 sterilization process, sterility is maintained for 6 months. The performance of Tyvek Sterilization pouches is summarized in Table 5-4.
| Table 5-4. Summary of bench tests performed to demonstrate safety and effectiveness of Tyvek | | |
|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------|
| Sterilization Pouches | | |
| Test | Description | Results |
| Compliance to ISO 11607-1 | | |
| Package<br>Integrity | Seal strength performance characteristics were maintained for<br>the manufactured seal.<br>Microbial Barrier: the contents of pouches were sterile when<br>the processed pouches were subjected to the microbial aerosol<br>challenge test.<br>Burst: ability to withstand the internal pressurization was<br>maintained.<br>Peel open characteristics were maintained. | Meet ISO and<br>ASTM<br>requirements |
| Material<br>Compatibility | Seal strength test, microbial barrier properties, burst test, and<br>peel open test were studied to demonstrate material<br>compatibility characteristics of the Tyvek<br>Sterilization Pouches | Pass |
| Biocompatibility | Not direct patient-contacting devices;<br>Materials are non-toxic and meet ISO 11607-1 requirements;<br>Biological and residual evaluations meet acceptable criteria;<br>Provides reasonable assurance for safety | Pass |
| Shelf Life | Physical properties and microbial barrier of the processed<br>Tyvek Pouches was verified at the end of shelf life of 5 years;<br>Stability demonstrates reasonable assurance for effectiveness | Pass |
| Performance in the 6-hour Gas exposure in the EOGas 4 Ethylene Oxide Gas Sterilizer | | |
| Sterilant<br>Penetration | EO penetrated the pouch under worst-case half-dose<br>conditions or a worst-case biological challenge, and<br>inactivated 6-Log biological indicators | Confirmed SAL<br>of 10-6 in 6-hour<br>gas exposures |
| Maintenance of<br>Package<br>Sterility | Sterility was maintained for 6 months after processing in 6-<br>hour gas exposures in the EOGas 4 Ethylene Oxide Gas<br>Sterilizer. | Pass |
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# Conclusion
The conclusions drawn from the nonclinical test demonstrate that the Tyvek Sterilization Pouches with Chevron Seal is as safe, as effective, and performs as well as or better than the legally marketed Tyvek Sterilization Pouches with Chevron Seal (K152058)
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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.