K203500 · Natus Medical Incorporated Dba Excel-Tech Ltd. (Xltek) · HKI · Apr 13, 2021 · Ophthalmic
Device Facts
Record ID
K203500
Device Name
RetCam Envision
Applicant
Natus Medical Incorporated Dba Excel-Tech Ltd. (Xltek)
Product Code
HKI · Ophthalmic
Decision Date
Apr 13, 2021
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 886.1120
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Pediatric
Indications for Use
General ophthalmic imaging including retinal, corneal, and external imaging. Photodocumentation of pediatric ocular diseases, including retinopathy of prematurity (ROP). Screening for Type 2 pre-threshold retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) (zone 1, stage 1 or 2, without plus disease, or zone 2, stage 3, without plus disease), or treatment-requiring ROP, defined as Type 1 ROP (zone 1, any stage, with plus disease; zone 1, stage 3 without plus disease; or zone 2, stage 2 or 3, with plus disease), or threshold ROP (at least 5 contiguous or 8 non-contiguous clock hours of stage 3 in zone 1 or 2, with plus disease) * in 35-37 week postmenstrual infants.
Device Story
RetCam Envision is a contact-type, wide-field fundus ophthalmic imaging system for pediatric use. System components include a handpiece with interchangeable lenses, LED light sources (white/blue), control panel, footswitch, and an onboard PC with RetCam 7 software. The operator places the lens piece against the eye (using coupling gel) to capture high-resolution still images and video. The system provides color, red-free, and fluorescein angiography imaging. Images are transmitted to the PC for display, storage, review, and transfer via bidirectional DICOM. Used in clinical settings by healthcare providers to document ocular disease and screen for ROP. Benefits include improved visualization of the retina for diagnosis and management of pediatric ocular conditions.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Performance verification and validation included image comparison tests, optics verification, software testing, mechanical design testing, light safety testing (ISO 15004-2:2007, ANSI Z80.36:2016), EMC/electrical safety (IEC 60601-1-2), and biocompatibility testing. No clinical data was required or presented.
Technological Characteristics
Wide-field fundus camera; 130-degree FOV; 3 CMOS chip sensor; LED illumination (white/blue); USB 3 interface; mobile cart with touchscreen; lithium-ion battery. Biocompatible coated glass lens contact material. Complies with IEC 60601-1-6, IEC 62366, and IEC 60601-1-2. High-level disinfection for lenses.
Indications for Use
Indicated for general ophthalmic imaging (retinal, corneal, external) and photodocumentation of pediatric ocular diseases, including ROP, in 35-37 week postmenstrual infants.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An ophthalmic camera is an AC-powered device intended to take photographs of the eye and the surrounding area.
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls). The device, when it is a photorefractor or a general-use ophthalmic camera, is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 886.9.
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Natus Medical Incorporated DBA Excel-Tech Ltd. (Xltek) Sanjay Mehta Director of Global Regulatory Affairs, QARA 2568 Bristol Circle Oakville, Ontario L6H 5S1 Canada
## Re: K203500
Trade/Device Name: RetCam Envision Regulation Number: 21 CFR 886.1120 Regulation Name: Ophthalmic Camera Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: HKI Dated: March 9, 2021 Received: March 10, 2021
Dear Mr. Mehta:
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,
# Elvin Y. Na -S
Elvin Ng Assistant Director DHT1A: Division of Ophthalmic Devices OHT1: Office of Ophthalmic. Anesthesia. Respiratory, ENT and Dental Devices Office of Product Evaluation and Ouality Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K203500
Device Name RetCam Envision
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
General ophthalmic imaging including retinal, corneal, and external imaging.
· Photodocumentation of pediatric ocular diseases, including retinopathy of prematurity (ROP).
· Screening for Type 2 pre-threshold retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) (zone 1, stage 1 or 2, without plus disease, or zone 2, stage 3, without plus disease), or treatment-requiring ROP, defined as Type 1 ROP (zone 1, any stage, with plus disease; zone 1, stage 3 without plus disease; or zone 2, stage 2 or 3, with plus disease), or threshold ROP (at least 5 contiguous or 8 non-contiguous clock hours of stage 3 in zone 1 or 2, with plus disease) * in 35-37 week postmenstrual infants.
## * References:
1. Cryotherapy for Retinopathy of Prematurity Cooperative Group. Multicenter trial of cryotherapy for retinopathy of prematurity: preliminary results. Archives of Ophthalmology 1988; 106(4): 471-479.
2. Early Treatment for Retinopathy of Prematurity Cooperative Group. Revised indications for the treatment of retinopathy of prematurity: results of the Early Treatment for Retinopathy of Prematurity Randomized Trial. Archives of Ophthalmology 2003; 121(12):1684-1694.
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# 510K Summary
Date: April 11, 2021
Submitted by: Natus Medical Incorporated DBA Excel-Tech Ltd. (XLTEK) 2568 Bristol Circle Oakville, Ontario Canada L6H 5S1
- Contact Person: Sanjay Mehta Director, Global Regulatory Affairs Natus Medical Incorporated Tel.: (905) 287 5055 Fax .: (905) 829-5304 E-mail: sanjay.mehta@natus.com
Proprietary Name: RetCam Envision™
Common Name: Camera, Ophthalmic, Ac-Powered
Regulation Number : 21CFR 886.1120
Classification Name: Ophthalmic camera.
Product code: HKI
Device Class: Il
Predicate Device: RetCam 3 ; RetCam Shuttle ; RetCam Portable (K182263)
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## Description:
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## Overview: RetCam Envision
The RetCam Envision system is a contact type wide-field fundus ophthalmic imaging system used for general ophthalmic imaging including retinal, corneal, and external imaging. Photodocumentation of pediatric ocular diseases, including retinopathy of prematurity (ROP).
Screening for Type 2 pre-threshold retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) (zone 1, stage 1 or 2, without plus disease, or zone 2, stage 3, without plus disease), or treatment-requiring ROP, defined as Type 1 ROP (zone 1, any stage, with plus disease; zone 1, stage 3 without plus disease; or zone 2, stage 2 or 3, with plus disease), or threshold ROP (at least 5 contiguous or 8 non-contiguous clock hours of stage 3 in zone 1 or 2, with plus disease) * in 35-37 week postmenstrual infants.
## Operating Principle of the RetCam Envision
A fundus camera comprised of handpiece, detachable lens piece, LED light sources, control panel, footswitch and application software running on a PC are used to acquire still images and video of the eye. The LED light is used to illuminate the retina uniformly and the image is transferred from the handpiece to the PC for display storage, review & transfer. The camera focus and image light intensity as well as the image capture is controlled by the user via a button panel on the cart or a footswitch. Controls are also available via the keyboard mouse and touchscreen.
## RetCam Envision features includes:
- . Integrated Wide Field Digital Imaging System
- Light weight Handpiece with interchangeable lenses featuring RetCam light shaping . technology
- 130 Degree Field Of View (FOV) .
- . Brilliant Color, Red Free, and Fluorescein Angiography (FA) imaging capabilities
- High Resolution Still Image and Video Capture via console, footswitch or touchscreen .
- . Height adjustable system cart with touchscreen display and battery operation
- . Integrated, searchable patient database
- . Bidirectional DICOM interface
# System Setup Overview
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## 510(k): K203500 RETCAM ENVISION
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The RetCam Envision Cart, Light Sources, Camera Handpiece, Lenses, Control pan Footswitch operate in conjunction with the RetCam 7 Software running on an onboard PC to enable the capture, review, annotation, storage, and transfer of images and video of the eye and it'
The LED light source provides illumination of the eye via the camera (handpiece and lenspiece). Still and video images are transmitted from the handpiece to the onboard PC for display on the monitor and storage on the PC. Image focus, illumination intensity and image/video capture are controlled by the user using either the buttons on the cart top control panel or via the footswitch. The user selects the white LED light source for color imaging and the blue LED light source for imaging during Fluorescein Angiography.
The user interacts with the RetCam software to enter or select patient demographics, start exams, capture images and video, review and select images for storage, exporting and transfer via bidirectional DICOM communication. The RetCam Envision display monitor is a touchscreen.
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### Device-patient interaction Accessories List:
The RetCam Envision is a contact type wide field fundus ophthalmic imaging system.
The lens piece concave tip is held over the eye which is covered in a transparent coupling gel. The lens tip is held in the gel so that there is no air gap between the lens tip and the eye to ensure no distortion of light or image capture. The RetCam Envision User Manual provides detailed instructions on the thorough cleaning and high level disinfection of the detachable lenses.
The Lenspiece is the only part of the device that may come in contact with the patient.
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## Indications for Use
General ophthalmic imaging including retinal, corneal, and external imaging.
- Photodocumentation of pediatric ocular diseases, including retinopathy of prematurity (ROP). .
- . Screening for Type 2 pre-threshold retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) (zone 1, stage 1 or 2, without plus disease, or zone 2, stage 3, without plus disease), or treatment-requiring ROP, defined as Type 1 ROP (zone 1, any stage, with plus disease; zone 1, stage 3 without plus disease; or zone 2, stage 2 or 3, with plus disease), or threshold ROP (at least 5 contiguous or 8 non-contiguous clock hours of stage 3 in zone 1 or 2, with plus disease) * in 35-37 week postmenstrual infants.
### *References:
1. Cryotherapy for Retinopathy of Prematurity Cooperative Group. Multicenter trial of cryotherapy for retinopathy of prematurity: preliminary results. Archives of Ophthalmology 1988; 106(4):471-479.
2. Early Treatment for Retinopathy of Prematurity Cooperative Group. Revised indications for the treatment of retinopathy of prematurity: results of the Early Treatment for Retinopathy of Prematurity Randomized Trial. Archives of Ophthalmology 2003: 121(12):1684-1694.
## Comparison to Predicate Device
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# 510(к): K203500 RETCAM ENVISION
| Feature | Subject Device<br>RetCam Envision | PREDICATE DEVICE<br>RetCam Ophthalmic<br>Imaging Systems<br>(K182263) | Similarities or<br>Differences |
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| Indications for<br>Use | General ophthalmic<br>imaging including<br>retinal, corneal, and<br>external imaging.<br>Photodocumentation of<br>pediatric ocular<br>diseases including<br>retinopathy of<br>prematurity (ROP)<br>Screening for Type 2<br>pre-threshold<br>retinopathy of<br>Prematurity (ROP)<br>(zone1, stage 1 or 2,<br>without plus disease, or<br>zone 2 stage 3 without<br>plus disease) or<br>treatmentrequiring<br>ROP, defined as Type<br>1 ROP (zone 1, any<br>stage, with plus<br>disease; zone 1, stage<br>3 without plus disease;<br>or zone 2, stage 2 or 3,<br>with plus disease) or<br>threshold ROP (at least<br>5 contiguous or 8 non-<br>contiguous clock hours<br>of stage 3 in zone 1 or<br>2, with plus disease)* in<br>35-37 week<br>postmenstrual infants. | General ophthalmic<br>imaging including retinal,<br>corneal, and external<br>imaging.<br>Photodocumentation of<br>pediatric ocular diseases<br>including retinopathy of<br>prematurity (ROP)<br>Screening for Type 2<br>pre-threshold retinopathy<br>of Prematurity (ROP)<br>(zone1, stage 1 or 2,<br>without plus disease, or<br>zone 2 stage 3 without<br>plus disease) or<br>treatmentrequiring ROP,<br>defined as Type 1 ROP<br>(zone 1, any stage, with<br>plus disease; zone 1,<br>stage 3 without plus<br>disease; or zone 2,<br>stage 2 or 3, with plus<br>disease) or threshold<br>ROP (at least 5<br>contiguous or 8 non-<br>contiguous clock hours<br>of stage 3 in zone 1 or 2,<br>with plus disease)* in 35-<br>37 week postmenstrual<br>infants. | Identical |
| Feature | Subject Device | PREDICATE DEVICE | Similarities or<br>Differences |
| | RetCam Envision | RetCam Ophthalmic<br>Imaging Systems<br>(K182263) | |
| Principle of<br>Operation | Digital camera in a<br>handpiece with multiple<br>field of view lenses<br>used to capture color<br>ophthalmic images. | Digital camera in a<br>handpiece with multiple<br>field of view lenses used<br>to capture color<br>ophthalmic images. | On board computer<br>only |
| | An on board computer<br>is used to store, view,<br>retrieve, and export the<br>digital ophthalmic<br>images. | An on board computer<br>(RetCam 3) or laptop<br>computer (RetCam<br>Shuttle and RetCam<br>Portable) is used to<br>store, view, retrieve, and<br>export the digital | Light source<br>replaced with LED. |
| | A White or RGB, and<br>Blue LED light source<br>is used in all RetCam<br>configurations to<br>provide illumination to<br>the eye through the<br>handpiece. | ophthalmic images.<br>A standard Halogen light<br>source is used in all<br>RetCam configurations<br>to provide illumination to<br>the eye through the<br>handpiece. | Light safety meets<br>requirements of ISO<br>15004-2:2007 and<br>ANSI Z80.36:2016 |
| Technological Characteristics | | | |
| Imaging Options | Color, Red Free, Black<br>& White | Color, Red Free, Black &<br>White | Same |
| Eye contact<br>materials | Biocompatible, coated<br>glass | Biocompatible, coated<br>glass | Identical eye<br>contact material |
| Lenses | Coated glass with 130<br>degree common fields<br>of view | Coated glass with 130,<br>120, 80, 30 degree<br>common fields of view<br>lens options) | Same lens<br>materials and max<br>(130 Deg) Field of<br>view. |
| Portrait lens (for<br>external non-<br>contact imaging | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Detachable<br>Lenses | Detachable and<br>Interchangeable | Detachable and<br>Interchangeable | Same |
| Feature | Subject Device<br>RetCam Envision | PREDICATE DEVICE<br>RetCam Ophthalmic<br>Imaging Systems<br>(K182263) | Similarities or<br>Differences |
| Lens Disinfection<br>Type | Supports High Level<br>Disinfection | Supports High Level<br>Disinfection | Same |
| Handpiece &<br>Lens | Handpiece 0.8 lbs<br>Lens 0.2 lbs<br>Combined 1 lbs<br>(excluding cable<br>weight). | Combined Handpiece<br>and lens weight 2.7 lbs<br>(Excluding cable) | Lighter, improved<br>over predicate. |
| Camera Specifications | | | |
| Camera sensor<br>type | 3 CMOS Chip, Color | 1 CMOS Chip; color | Similar with<br>improved<br>technology over<br>predicate |
| Effective<br>Pixels/Resolution | 1920x1080 pixels<br>Scaled to 4:3 780x600<br>pixels<br>Video: 30 frames per<br>second | 1600x1200 pixels<br>Scaled to 4:3 780x600<br>pixels<br>Video: 14 frames per<br>second | Same resulting<br>image size 780x600<br>improved<br>technology over<br>predicate |
| Interface<br>connection to the<br>RetCam<br>computer | USB 3 | USB 3 | Same as predicate |
| Ambient<br>operating<br>temperature | 50° F to 95° F (10° C<br>to 35° C) | 0-50°C/32-122 °F | |
| Image sensor<br>height | 1/2.9" 2.1MP | 1/2" | Similar |
| RETCAM ENVISION | | | |
| Feature | Subject Device<br>RetCam Envision | PREDICATE DEVICE<br>RetCam Ophthalmic<br>Imaging Systems<br>(K182263) | Similarities or<br>Differences |
| Required power | Ratings: 100-240 V~<br>50/60 Hz, 400 VA<br>Fuses: 3AG 6.3A 250V<br>slo-blo 5 x 20 mm<br>Power consumption:<br>400 W maximum with<br>all options<br>Detachable hospital-<br>grade power cord | 100-<br>2******************40V<br>50/60Hz | |
| Light Source | White, and Blue LED | White and Blue Halogen | Improvement over<br>predicate, complies<br>with ISO and ANSI<br>safety standards |
| System Cart | Height adjustable<br>Includes integrated<br>device controls | Fixed height<br>Includes integrated<br>device controls | Improved over<br>predicate |
| Foot switch for<br>focus, brightness<br>and image<br>capture | Yes | Yes | Identical |
| DICOM | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Backup Battery | Lithium Ion | Lead Acid | Improved<br>technology |
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# 510(к): K203500 RETCAM ENVISION
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The RetCam Envision System and the predicate device RetCam Opthamlic Imaging System are equivalent in features and technical characteristics. There are no major differences that significantly alter the intended use or raise new issues of safety or effectiveness.
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# Brief Summary of Performance Testing
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| Electrical Safety | The RetCam Envision was verified for performance in accordance with the following standard:<br>• IEC 60601-1-6: 2010, Am1: 2013, Medical electrical equipment - Part 1-6: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance - Collateral standard: Usability, and IEC 62366: 2007, Am1: 2014, Medical devices - Application of usability engineering to medical devices |
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| Electromagnetic<br>Compatibility | The RetCam Envision was verified for performance in accordance with the following standard:<br>• IEC 60601-1-2 Edition4.0: 2014-02, Medical electrical equipment – Part 1-2: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance – Collateral standard: Electromagnetic compatibility - Requirements and tests. |
| Packaging and<br>Handling Verification | The packaged Natus RetCam Envision components have successfully passed packaging and handling verification per ISTA-2B: Packaged Products weighing over 150 lbs (68 kg). |
| Performance Testing<br>– Bench Verification<br>& Validation | The Natus RetCam Envision has successfully passed performance verification and validation in accordance with internal requirements and specifications at the system level.<br>The Bench testing verification and validation was performed to confirm Device meets the functional and performance characteristics.<br>Additionally, the modified/subject RetCam Ophthalmic Imaging Systems have been tested internally and met defined acceptance criteria. The tests included:<br>• Image Comparison Test<br>• Optics verification and Validation Test<br>• Software Test<br>• Mechanical design Test<br>• Light Safety Test<br>• EMC and Electrical Safety Test<br>• Biocompatability Test<br>• Packaging ISTA Test |
Results indicate that the RetCam Envision system complies with its predetermined specifications and the applicable standards.
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## Conclusions
The substantial equivalence of the RetCam Envision with RetCam 3 (K182263) was demonstrated by testing in compliance with the Design Control process. The intended use and technology of the RetCam Envision is similar to that of the predicate device(s). Verification and Validation were performed to ensure no new questions of safety or effectiveness are raised. The results of these activities demonstrate that the RetCam Envision is as safe, as effective, and performs as well as or better than the predicate device.
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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.