A literature review of 41 manuscripts and vigilance database analysis was conducted to demonstrate the safety and efficacy of RF ablation for the device's intended indications, specifically assessing clinical success, pain reduction (VAS scores), and complication rates in real-world patient populations.
Literature review; Clinical outcomes; Pain reduction; Vigilance databases; Metastatic bone lesions
Clinical Evidence
Study Design
Population
Comparator
Key Endpoints
Literature Review of RF Ablation for Bone Indications; Systematic literature review and vigilance database analysis
Patients with metastatic malignant lesions in a vertebral body, metastatic lesions involving bone, and benign bone tumors (e.g., osteoid osteoma); Sample Size: 41 manuscripts (full-text review)
Not applicable for this study
Clinical and technical success, pain improvement (VAS), and safety/complication rates
Indications for Use
Palliative treatment in spinal procedures by ablation of metastatic malignant lesions in a vertebral body. Coagulation and ablation of tissue in bone during surgical procedures including palliation of pain associated with metastatic lesions involving bone in patients who have failed or are not candidates for standard therapy. Ablation of benign bone tumors such as osteoid osteoma.
Device Story
Bipolar, high-frequency electrosurgical system for bone tissue ablation. Input: RF energy delivered to active probe inserted percutaneously into bone via cannula. Operation: Generator applies temperature-controlled RF energy to probe tip; thermal reaction creates lesion via cellular necrosis. Output: Thermal ablation of targeted bone tissue. Used in surgical settings by physicians (e.g., Interventional Radiologists), supported by scrub techs/nurses. System includes RF generator, splitter cable, temperature sensor, and disposable kits (probes and microinfuser). Microinfuser provides regulated saline flow to cool/hydrate ablation zone. Healthcare providers monitor temperature and status via generator touch screen. Benefits: Pain palliation for metastatic bone lesions and treatment of benign bone tumors.
Clinical Evidence
No new clinical trials conducted. Evidence based on systematic literature review of 175 publications, with 41 manuscripts undergoing full-text review. Literature confirms safety and efficacy of RF ablation for stated indications, showing consistent post-procedure pain reduction (VAS scores) and acceptable safety profiles. Complications were primarily associated with underlying conditions or post-procedure cement use rather than device failure.
Technological Characteristics
Bipolar RF generator; 500 kHz output frequency. Electrodes: 13G stainless steel (EN 1.4301/1.4307) with PEEK insulation. Temperature-controlled feedback mechanism. System supports 1-4 channels. Sterilization: EO, single-use disposables. Connectivity: Standalone generator with touch-sensitive display. Dimensions: 16 cm electrode length.
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients with metastatic malignant lesions in a vertebral body requiring palliative treatment, patients with metastatic bone lesions experiencing pain who have failed or are not candidates for standard therapy, and patients with benign bone tumors such as osteoid osteoma. Contraindicated for vertebral body levels C1 through C7.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An electrosurgical cutting and coagulation device and accessories is a device intended to remove tissue and control bleeding by use of high-frequency electrical current.
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September 16, 2022
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Stryker Corporation Bruce Backlund Principal Regulatory Affairs Specialist 1941 Stryker Way Portage, Michigan 49002
Re: K221074
Trade/Device Name: OptaBlate RF Generator, OptaBlate Microinfuser Infusion Device Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.4400 Regulation Name: Electrosurgical Cutting And Coagulation Device And Accessories Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: GEI Dated: August 10, 2022 Received: August 12, 2022
Dear Bruce Backlund:
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,
for
Long Chen, Ph.D. Assistant Director DHT4A: Division of General Surgery Devices OHT4: Office of Surgical and Infection Control 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) K221074
Device Name
OptaBlate™ Radiofrequency (RF) Generator System
Indications for Use (Describe)
The intended use of the OptaBlate™ Radiofrequency (RF) Generator System is as follows:
- Palliative treatment in spinal procedures by ablation of metastatic malignant lesions in a vertebral body.
- · Coagulation and ablation of tissue in bone during surgical procedures including palliation of pain associated with
metastatic lesions involving bone in patients who have failed or are not candidates for standard therapy.
· Ablation of benign bone tumors such as osteoid osteoma.
| Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable) | |
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| <div> <span> Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) </span> </div> | <div> <span> Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C) </span> </div> |
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# 510(K) SUMMARY
| Date Prepared: | September 09, 2022 |
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| Submitter Information: | Stryker Corporation<br>1941 Stryker Way<br>Portage, MI 49002 |
| Establishment Registration: | 1811755 |
| Contact Information: | Bruce Backlund<br>Principal Regulatory Affairs Specialist<br>(763) 762-5902<br>bruce.backlund@stryker.com |
| Device Information:<br>Trade Name: | OptaBlate™ Radiofrequency (RF) Generator<br>System |
| Common Name:<br>Classification Name: | RF Generator<br>Electrosurgical cutting and coagulation device and<br>accessories |
| Product Code: | GEI |
| Regulation Number: | Class II 21 CFR 878.4400 |
| Predicate Devices: | K182497 OsteoCool™ RF Ablation System |
| Reference Devices: | K170242 MultiGen™ 2 RF Generator System<br>K080451 Uniblate® System<br>K040989 RITA® System |
#### Device Description:
The OptaBlate™ Radiofrequency (RF) Generator system is a bipolar, high frequency electrosurgical system. The OptaBlate™ RF Generator will be used in conjunction with OptaBlate™ Probes, OptaBlate™ Microinfuser™ Infusion Device, OptaBlate 150 mm Temperature Sensor, MultiGen 2 Splitter Cable, and other currently marketed Stryker compatible accessories to produce lesions by the direct application of radiofrequency currents. The generator applies temperature-controlled, radiofrequency (RF) energy into the probe. During lesion creation, targeted tissue is exposed to RF energy using an active probe inserted into a cannula. The application of RF energy causes a thermal reaction at the targeted tissue site to
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create a lesion. Each OptaBlate™ Radiofrequency (RF) Generator System is composed of a RF generator, a Splitter Cable, Temperature Sensor, and a choice of 4 disposable kit options. The kits contain disposable probes and infusion devices.
| Part Number | Item Name | Items Comprising Kit (if applicable, list PN &<br>name) |
|--------------|----------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| 9700-000-000 | OptaBlate RF GENERATOR | Includes Generator |
| 9700-815-015 | OptaBlate 150MM TEMPERATURE<br>SENSOR | To be sold a la carte |
| 9700-015-100 | OptaBlate 15MM PROBE SINGLE KIT | (1) 15MM PROBE<br>(1) MICROINFUSER INFUSION DEVICE<br>The kit components will not be available a la carte,<br>only available as a kit<br>Kit components are individually pouched and<br>sterilized |
| 9700-015-200 | OptaBlate 15MM PROBE DUAL KIT | (2) 15MM PROBE<br>(2) MICROINFUSER INFUSION DEVICE<br>The kit components will not be available a la carte,<br>only available as a kit<br>Kit components are individually pouched and<br>sterilized |
| 9700-020-100 | OptaBlate 20MM PROBE SINGLE KIT | (1) 20MM PROBE<br>(1) MICROINFUSER INFUSION DEVICE<br>The kit components will not be available a la carte,<br>only available as a kit<br>Kit components are individually pouched and<br>sterilized |
| 9700-020-200 | OptaBlate 20MM PROBE DUAL KIT | (2) 20MM PROBE<br>(2) Microinfuser INFUSION DEVICE<br>The kit components will not be available a la carte,<br>only available as a kit<br>Kit components are individually pouched and<br>sterilized |
| 8400-800-000 | MULTIGEN 2 SPLITTER CABLE | Currently available in an a la carte non -sterile<br>configuration.<br>The splitter cable will be included in the OptaBlate<br>system IFU under the 'For use with' section. The<br>splitter cable does not have its own IFU |
| Part Number | Item Name | Items Comprising Kit (if applicable, list PN &<br>name) |
| 9700-811-000 | 11 G Hand Drill | To be sold a la carte |
| 0306-330-000 | 11 G (gauge) Access Cannula | To be sold a la carte |
| 0406-650-400 | RF Sterilization Case | To be sold a la carte |
| 0406-630-225 | CURVED CANNULA, 150MM, 20G,<br>10.0MM | To be sold a la carte |
| 0406-620-325 | STRAIGHT CANNULA, 150MM, 20G,<br>10.0MM | To be sold a la carte |
| 0995-851-010 | Power Cord, shielded, 3.7 m length,<br>plug type B | Currently available in an a la carte non -sterile<br>configuration. |
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Image /page/5/Picture/2 description: The image shows a device with labeled parts. On the front of the device, there is a screen labeled B, a light labeled A, and three ports labeled C, D, and E. On the back of the device, there are two ports labeled F and G, a panel labeled H, and a power input labeled I and J.
# OptaBlate™ Radiofrequency (RF) Generator
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| A | Power Button- Allows generator to be switched to ready for use or standby power. | B | Display Screen- Provides a color, touch sensitive screen to select settings, enter data, and view status. The display screen provides operational status and messages. |
|---|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| C | Grounding Pad Cable Receptacle- Not active or used. | D | Splitter Cable Receptacle- Allows for the installation of the splitter cable connector. |
| E | RF Hand Controller Cable Receptable- Not active or used. | F | Ethernet Receptacle- Not active or used. |
| G | USB Receptable- Not active or used. | H | Specification Label- Contains model, part number and serial number information. |
| I | Power Cord Receptable | J | Equipotential Grounding Lug- Provides for the connection of a equipotential ground. The lug shall be used as a protective earth connection. |
Image /page/6/Figure/2 description: The image shows a device with multiple components labeled A, B, C, and D. Component A appears to be a series of four input ports on the side of the device labeled B with the numbers 1 through 4. Component C is a series of clips along a cable that connects to the device, and component D is a connector at the end of the cable.
Splitter Cable
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| A | Channel Receptacle (four)- Allows<br>for the installation of a disposable<br>probe(s) or a reusable temperature<br>sensor(s). | B | Splitter Cable Housing- Provides<br>for the connection interface between<br>the generator and a maximum of four<br>accessories (probes/temperature<br>sensors). |
|---|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| C | Garment Clamps (four)- Provides<br>the means to support the cable when<br>connected to surgical drape material. | D | Splitter Cable Connector- Allows<br>for the installation of the splitter<br>cable into the generator. |
Image /page/7/Figure/2 description: The image shows a diagram of a device with several labeled parts. Part A is a long, thin component, possibly a wire or tube, shown with dashed lines indicating its full length. Part B is a connector or housing, likely made of plastic or similar material, attached to a cable labeled C. Part D is another cable connected to a larger connector labeled E, which has a textured section labeled F, possibly for grip. The device also includes a component labeled G with a cross-hatched pattern, and a part labeled H with a hole or opening, while I is a cylindrical component.
### Temperature Sensor
| A | Sensor Probe- Used to monitor and<br>transmit temperature data from the<br>surgical site. | B | Sensor Hub- Provides the<br>connection interface between<br>the probe and cable. |
|---|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| C | Sensor Probe Strain Relief (color-<br>coded)- Provides cable strain relief<br>and identifies the compatible<br>cannula. | D | Sensor Cable- Used to transmit<br>temperature data from<br>the surgical site to the generator. |
| E | Connector-end Strain Relief<br>(color-coded)- Provides cable strain<br>relief. | F | Connector Release Collar-Used to<br>remove connector from connector<br>receptacle. |
| G | Connector Alignment Mark- Used<br>to properly orient and install the<br>connector into the connector<br>receptable. | H | Push-Pull Connector- Used to<br>install and release the temperature<br>sensor into the generator connector<br>receptacle. |
| I | Protective Sleeve- Provides<br>protection for probe tip. | | |
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Image /page/8/Figure/1 description: The image shows a diagram of a medical device with several labeled parts. The device consists of a long, thin probe labeled E, connected to a handle labeled F. A cable labeled H extends from the handle to a connector labeled I. An inset shows a close-up of the probe tip, with labels A, B, C, and D indicating different sections or features of the tip.
Probe
| A | Active Tip Length — Describes the length of the emitting surface used to transmit RF energy to the ablation zone. | B | Thermocouple Tip — Allows measurement of the temperature in the ablation zone. |
|---|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| C | Radiopaque Probe Bands — Allows for the visualization of the emitting RF energy surfaces using X-ray or fluoroscopic imaging technology. | D | Microinfusion Orifice — Provides saline from the Microinfuser to the ablation zone. |
| E | Probe — Provides the pathway for RF energy and saline to the ablation zone. Also allows temperature information to be collected at the ablation zone and provided to the generator. | F | Probe Hub (color-coded) — Provides the connection interface to the generator and the microinfuser. |
| G | Probe Saline Port — Allows for the connection of the micro-catheter connector and the Microinfuser saline source. Saline is provided to the tip of the probe to cool and hydrate the ablation zone. | H | Probe Electrical Cable — Provides for the electrical connection between the generator and the probe. |
| I | Probe Cable Connector — Allows for the installation of the probe cable into the splitter cable housing. | | |
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Image /page/9/Picture/1 description: This image shows a medical device with several labeled parts. Part A is a handheld device with a grip. Part B is a connector on the handheld device, and part C is a clip attached to a tube. Part E is a circular device with a knob, connected to the tube labeled F. Part G is a syringe.
Microinfuser with 6 mL Syringe
| A | Saline Reservoir (6 mL) — Used to<br>store NaCl saline. | B | Syringe Port — Allows connection<br>of saline-filled syringe. |
|---|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| C | Clamp — Used to stop the regulated<br>saline flow from the reservoir to<br>prevent leakage during set up. | D | Micro-catheter Connector — Used<br>to connect the micro-catheter to the<br>probe saline port. |
| E | Filter — Used to remove air from<br>the saline flowing to the ablation<br>zone. | F | Micro-catheter — Allows for the<br>automatic delivery of a regulated<br>saline flow to the ablation zone. |
| G | 6 mL Syringe — Used to fill the<br>Microinfuser reservoir with saline. | | |
#### Indications for Use:
The intended use of the OptaBlate™ RF System is as follows:
• Palliative treatment in spinal procedures by ablation of metastatic malignant lesions in a vertebral body.
• Coagulation and ablation of tissue in bone during surgical procedures including palliation of pain associated with metastatic lesions involving bone in patients who have failed or are not candidates for standard therapy.
· Ablation of benign bone tumors such as osteoid osteoma.
#### Contraindications:
Use of the OptaBlate™ RF System is contraindicated in vertebral body levels of C1 through C7.
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# Comparison of Technological Characteristics with the Predicate Device
The technological characteristics of the subject and predicate devices are equivalent. Both the subject device and the primary predicate device use the same modes of operation, types of control, energy delivery and type of energy output. None of the changes alter the operating principle, modes of operation, or temperature range. Both systems use the same type of accessories (connecting cables, probes and cannulae). The user interaction with the devices is similar. As demonstrated by the performance testing the subject device has similar performance specifications as the predicate device.
| Intended Use Comparison | | | |
|-------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------|
| | <i>OptaBlate</i> ™ RF Ablation<br>System<br>SUBJECT DEVICE | <i>OsteoCool</i> RF Ablation<br>System<br>PREDICATE DEVICE | EXPLANATION OF<br>DIFFERENCES |
| 510(k) Clearance | Subject Device of current<br>Submission | K182497 | Identical |
| Regulation Number | 878.4400 | 878.4400 | Identical |
| Product Code | GEI | GEI | Identical |
| Product Class | II | II | Identical |
| Indication for Use | The <i>OptaBlate</i> ™ RF<br>Ablation System is<br>intended for:<br>• Palliative<br>treatment in<br>spinal procedures<br>by ablation of<br>metastatic<br>malignant lesions<br>in a vertebral<br>body.<br>• Coagulation and<br>ablation of tissue<br>in bone during | The <i>OsteoCool</i> ™ RF<br>Ablation System is<br>intended for:<br>• Palliative<br>treatment in<br>spinal procedures<br>by ablation of<br>metastatic<br>malignant lesions<br>in a vertebral<br>body.<br>• Coagulation and<br>ablation of tissue<br>in bone during | Identical |
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| Intended Use Comparison | | | |
|-------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------|
| | OptaBlate™ RF Ablation<br>System | OsteoCool RF Ablation<br>System | EXPLANATION OF<br>DIFFERENCES |
| | SUBJECT DEVICE | PREDICATE DEVICE | |
| | surgical<br>procedures<br>including<br>palliation of pain<br>associated with<br>metastatic lesions<br>involving bone in<br>patients whohave failed or are<br>not candidates<br>for standard<br>therapy.<br>• Ablation of<br>benign bone<br>tumors such as<br>osteoid osteoma. | surgical<br>procedures<br>including<br>palliation of pain<br>associated with<br>metastatic lesions<br>involving bone in<br>patients who<br>have failed or are<br>not candidates<br>for standard<br>therapy.<br>• Ablation of<br>benign bone<br>tumors such as<br>osteoid osteoma. | |
| User | Physicians (IR), Scrub<br>Techs/Nurses, Central<br>Sterile Techs | Physicians familiar with RF<br>lesion techniques | Similar |
| Anatomical Site | Bone | Bone | Identical |
| Method of Access | Percutaneous | Percutaneous | Identical |
| RF System Technical Comparison | | | |
|--------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| FEATURE | Stryker OptaBlate™ RF System<br>SUBJECT DEVICE | OsteoCool RF Ablation System<br>PREDICATE DEVICE | EXPLANATION OF DIFFERENCES |
| Energy Type | Radiofrequency Energy | Radiofrequency Energy | Identical |
| Principle of Operation | Operator controlled; RF delivered from compatible generator | Operator controlled; RF delivered from compatible generator | Identical |
| RF System Technical Comparison | | | |
| FEATURE | Stryker OptaBlate™ RF System<br>SUBJECT DEVICE | OsteoCool RF Ablation System<br>PREDICATE DEVICE | EXPLANATION OF DIFFERENCES |
| Mechanism of Action | Cellular necrosis through thermal coagulation | Cellular necrosis through thermal coagulation | Identical |
| Rate of Temperature Rise in Sample Tissues | Controlled by RF Generator | Controlled by RF Generator | Identical |
| Feedback Mechanism | Temperature Controlled | Temperature Controlled | Identical |
| Active Electrode Length | 15, 20 mm | 7, 10, 15, 20 mm | Similar<br>OptaBlate has fewer length options |
| Active Electrode Material | Stainless Steel per EN 1.4301 or EN 1.4307 (304 or 304L) | Stainless Steel per EN 1.4301 or EN 1.4307 (304 or 304L) | Similar |
| Electrode Insulation Material | Polyetheretherketone | Polyimide | Similar<br>Both materials are common high-performance plastics known for high heat resistance.<br>Verification and Validation was successfully conducted on the subject device and there were no questions of safety and efficacy raised. |
| RF System Technical Comparison | | | |
| FEATURE | Stryker OptaBlate™ RF<br>System | OsteoCool RF Ablation<br>System | EXPLANATION OF<br>DIFFERENCES |
| | SUBJECT DEVICE | PREDICATE DEVICE | |
| Electrode Diameter | 13 Gauge | 17 Gauge | Similar |
| | | | Both sizes are considered<br>percutaneous |
| Electrode Length | 16 cm | 16 cm | Identical |
| Electrode Sterilization | EO, Single Use | EO, Single Use | Identical |
| Compatible RF<br>Generator | OptaBlate RF Generator | OsteoCool RF Generator | N/A |
| Generator Power Output<br>Channels | 4 | 2 | Similar |
| | | | OptaBlate has a flexible<br>configuration that allows 1<br>to 4 channels for power<br>output. |
| Generator Maximum<br>Output Energy | System: 30 W | System: 40 W | Similar |
| | Per Channel: 7.5 W | Per Channel: 20W | |
| | | | Optablate requires less<br>power output. |
| Generator Maximum<br>Voltage | System: 48.5 VRMS | System: 130 VRMS | Different |
| | | | OptaBlate requires much<br>less power per channel,<br>which necessitates less<br>system voltage. |
| RF System Technical Comparison | | | |
| FEATURE | Stryker OptaBlate™ RF<br>System | OsteoCool RF Ablation<br>System | EXPLANATION OF<br>DIFFERENCES |
| | SUBJECT DEVICE | PREDICATE DEVICE | |
| Generator Output<br>Frequency | 500 kHz | 465 kHz | Similar |
| | | | Both frequencies are<br>considered within the band<br>for typical RF ablation and<br>create equivalent lesion<br>sizes. |
| | | | Verification and Validation<br>was successfully conducted<br>on the subject device and<br>there were no questions of<br>safety and efficacy raised. |
| Generator Maximum<br>Current | System: 1.7 ARMS<br>Per Channel: 0.433 ARMS | System: 1.0 ARMS<br>Per Channel: 0.5 ARMS | Similar |
| | | | OptaBlate has a higher<br>system current due to the<br>increased number of<br>output channels. |
| Default Ablation<br>Temperature | 95°C | 70°C | Similar |
| | | | OsteoCool has a lower<br>setpoint due to active tip<br>cooling. Both systems will<br>achieve up to 95°C in the |
| RF System Technical Comparison | | | |
| FEATURE | Stryker OptaBlate™ RF<br>System<br>SUBJECT DEVICE | OsteoCool RF Ablation<br>System<br>PREDICATE DEVICE | EXPLANATION OF<br>DIFFERENCES |
| | | | tissue adjacent to the<br>electrode. |
| | | | Verification and Validation<br>was successfully conducted<br>on the subject device and<br>there were no questions of<br>safety and efficacy raised. |
| Other System<br>Components | • Splitter Cable 8400-<br>800-000<br>• 15 mm Ablation Probe<br>Single Kit 9700-015-<br>100<br>• 15 mm Ablation Probe<br>Dual Kit 9700-015-200<br>• 20 mm Ablation Probe<br>Single Kit 9700-020-<br>100<br>• 20 mm Ablation Probe<br>Dual Kit 9700-020-200<br>• Temperature Sensor<br>9700-815-015<br>• 11G Drill 9700-811-<br>000 | • Hub OC04<br>• Single Probe Kit 7<br>mm OCP107<br>• Single Probe Kit 10<br>mm OCP110<br>• Single Probe Kit 15<br>mm OCP115<br>• Single Probe Kit 20<br>mm OCP120<br>• Dual Probe Kit 7 mm<br>x2 OCP207<br>• Dual Probe Kit 10 mm<br>x2 OCP210<br>• Dual Probe Kit 15 mm<br>x2 OCP215<br>• Dual Probe Kit 20 mm<br>x2 OCP220<br>• OCP220RF Pump<br>OC02<br>• ITC 28G OCN001 | Verification and Validation<br>was successfully conducted<br>on the subject device and<br>there were no questions of<br>safety and efficacy raised. |
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| Infusion device Technical Comparison | | | |
|--------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| FEATURE | OptaBlate™ Infusion<br>Device<br>SUBJECT DEVICE | RITA® infusion device<br>(K040989)<br>REFERENCE DEVICE | EXPLANATION OF<br>DIFFERENCES |
| Infuser | 15 mm Probe Single Kit<br>9700-015-100<br>20 mm Probe Single Kit<br>9700-020-100<br>15 mm Probe Dual Kit<br>9700-015-200<br>20 mm Probe Dual Kit<br>9700-020-200 | Intelliflow Pump 700-<br>102941 | N/A |
| Infusion Liquid | Saline | Saline | Identical. |
| Flow Rate Range | 6 to 10 ml/hr | 3 to 42 ml/hr | Similar.<br>The OptaBlate<br>Microinfuser operat…
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Learn the FDA Browser
Two short videos show you everything — or skip straight to the written tutorial if you'd rather read. You can reopen this any time from the Tutorial button in the top bar.
Part 1 — Search, results, and everyday workflows 16 min
Part 2 — Embeddings: the galaxy map 3 min
1. Search: exact and fuzzy
Type a phrase like "coronary artery calcification" into the search box. You get two kinds of results. Exact results match the literal phrase — prefix searches work ("coronary artery calcificati") but suffix searches do not. Fuzzy results match on the meaning and intent of your phrase rather than the exact words, and are sorted by relevance score. Hover over the Exact or Fuzzy badge on any row to see exactly why it matched.
Use the checkboxes above the results to narrow: SaMD keeps only software-only devices, AI / ML keeps only devices with AI.
Exact vs. fuzzy search: what's the difference?
Exact matches on the literal phrase (prefix search works, suffix does not). Fuzzy matches on the meaning and intent of the phrase rather than the exact words. Hover over the badge on any row to see why it matched.
You search "coronary artery calcification" and want only software devices with AI. What two filters do you apply?
Narrow by SaMD (software-only devices), then narrow by AI/ML (devices with AI).
2. The results table
Scroll right in the results table. The intended use is extracted for you — no need to open the PDF. The device story gives a high-level snapshot of what the device does and how it's used. The AI Performance sub-table shows each output name, acceptance criteria, observed values, and development/test dataset descriptions — the same format Innolitics uses for regulatory strategy outputs, and the fastest high-level fingerprint of an AI device. It is AI-generated but has been very reliable in practice.
Where do you find a device's intended use without opening the PDF?
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.