K222406 · Clarius Mobile Health Corp. · QIH · Jan 23, 2023 · Radiology
Device Facts
Record ID
K222406
Device Name
Clarius AI
Applicant
Clarius Mobile Health Corp.
Product Code
QIH · Radiology
Decision Date
Jan 23, 2023
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 892.2050
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
AI/ML, Software as a Medical Device, Real-World Evidence
Real-World Evidence
Submission
Device
Sponsor
RWD Sources
RWE Use Summary
Key Tags
K222406 · Jan 23, 2023
Clarius AI
Clarius Mobile Health Corp.
Retrospective analysis of anonymized ultrasound images from clinical partners in outpatient clinics
Retrospective analysis of clinical ultrasound images was used to verify that the device's automated tendon thickness measurements and segmentation masks were non-inferior to manual measurements performed by expert clinicians.
Retrospective analysis; Clinical ultrasound images; Tendon thickness measurement; Verification study
Clinical Evidence
Study Design
Population
Comparator
Key Endpoints
Verification testing of Clarius AI; Retrospective analysis
Ultrasound images of Achilles' tendons, plantar fascia, and patellar tendons; Sample Size: 2,503 ultrasound images/frames from 73 subjects; Number of Sites: Not specified (collected by clinical partners in outpatient clinics)
Manual measurements performed by licensed clinicians with musculoskeletal ultrasound experience
Tendon thickness measurement accuracy and segmentation mask alignment
AI Performance
Output
Algorithm
Acceptance
Observed
Dev DS
Dev Readers
Test DS
Test Readers
Tendon thickness measurement
U-Net with MobileNetV2 backbone
Difference between auto-measurements and manual measurements no greater than clinically significant margin (20%)
Mean difference 0.03% (95% CI -0.05% to -0.01%); p-value 9.0 x 10^-7
20,287 images from 73 subjects; images captured in-house and by clinical partners.
1 (clinical scientist)
Retrospective analysis of 2,503 ultrasound images from 73 subjects.
>1 (licensed clinicians)
Indications for Use
Clarius AI is intended to semi-automatically place calipers for non-invasive measurements of musculoskeletal structures (e.g., Achilles' tendon, plantar fascia, patellar tendon) on ultrasound data acquired by the Clarius Ultrasound Scanner (i.e., L 7 and L15). The user shall be a healthcare professional trained and qualified in MSK (musculoskeletal) ultrasound. The user shall retain the ultimate responsibility of ascertaining the measurements based on standard practices and clinical iudgment.
Device Story
Clarius AI is a software application integrated into the Clarius Ultrasound Scanner system; it processes real-time ultrasound images of musculoskeletal structures (Achilles' tendon, plantar fascia, patellar tendon). The device uses an AI image segmentation algorithm to identify tendon boundaries; it displays a transparency overlay on the ultrasound image. When imaging is paused, the software calculates the greatest tendon thickness in pixels and automatically places measurement calipers; it outputs the thickness in millimeters. The clinician reviews the output and may manually adjust the calipers. The device is used in clinical settings (hospitals, clinics) by trained healthcare professionals. It assists in clinical management by providing quantitative measurements; the clinician retains ultimate responsibility for clinical decisions. The device benefits patients by providing standardized, semi-automated measurements of musculoskeletal structures.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing and retrospective analysis only. Training dataset: 20,287 images. Validation study: 73 subjects, 2,503 images. Performance: 96% average Dice score, 94% mean IoU for tendon segmentation. Verification testing compared AI auto-measurements to expert manual measurements; results showed non-inferiority (p=9.0 x 10^-7) with an equivalence margin of 20%. Mean difference between differences was 0.03% (95% CI: -0.05 to -0.01).
Technological Characteristics
Ultrasound image processing software; utilizes non-adaptive machine learning (U-Net with MobileNetV2 backbone). Operates on Clarius Ultrasound App (iOS/Android) using L7 and L15 transducers. Connectivity: Clarius Cloud storage. Standards: IEC 62304 (software lifecycle), ISO 14971 (risk management), NEMA PS 3.1-3.20 (DICOM), IEC 62366-1 (usability).
Indications for Use
Indicated for adult patients; intended for use by trained healthcare professionals to semi-automatically place calipers for non-invasive measurements of musculoskeletal structures (Achilles' tendon, plantar fascia, patellar tendon) on ultrasound data acquired by Clarius L7 and L15 scanners.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A medical image management and processing system is a device that provides one or more capabilities relating to the review and digital processing of medical images for the purposes of interpretation by a trained practitioner of disease detection, diagnosis, or patient management. The software components may provide advanced or complex image processing functions for image manipulation, enhancement, or quantification that are intended for use in the interpretation and analysis of medical images. Advanced image manipulation functions may include image segmentation, multimodality image registration, or 3D visualization. Complex quantitative functions may include semi-automated measurements or time-series measurements.
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls; voluntary standards—Digital Imaging and Communications in Medicine (DICOM) Std., Joint Photographic Experts Group (JPEG) Std., Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers (SMPTE) Test Pattern).
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Clarius Mobile Health Corp. Agatha Szeliga Director, Regulatory Affairs 130-2985 Virtual Way Vancouver, British Columbia V5M 4X7 Canada
Re: K222406
January 23, 2023
Trade/Device Name: Clarius AI Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.2050 Regulation Name: Medical Image Management And Processing System Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: QIH Dated: December 16, 2022 Received: December 21, 2022
Dear Agatha Szeliga:
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,
Jessica Lamb
Jessica Lamb, Ph.D. Assistant Director Imaging Software Team DHT8B: Division of Radiological Imaging Devices and Electronic Products OHT8: Office of Radiological Health Office of Product Evaluation and Quality Center for Devices and Radiological Health
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K222406
Device Name Clarius AI
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
Clarius AI is intended to semi-automatically place calipers for non-invasive measurements of musculoskeletal structures (e.g., Achilles' tendon, plantar fascia, patellar tendon) on ultrasound data acquired by the Clarius Ultrasound Scanner (i.e., L 7 and L15). The user shall be a healthcare professional trained and qualified in MSK (musculoskeletal) ultrasound. The user shall retain the ultimate responsibility of ascertaining the measurements based on standard practices and clinical iudgment.
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This 510(k) summary of safety and effectiveness information is submitted in accordance with the requirements of 21 CFR § 807.92.
| Subject Device Trade Name: | Clarius Al |
|-----------------------------|--------------------------------------------------|
| Subject Device Model: | MSK |
| Device Classification Name: | Automated Radiological Image Processing Software |
## Regulation Number, Name and Product Code:
| Regulation Number | Regulation Name | Product Code |
|-------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------|
| 21 CFR § 892.2050 | Medical Image Management and Processing System | QIH |
| FDA 510(k) Review Panel: | Radiology | |
| Classification: | Class II | |
| Manufacturer: | Clarius Mobile Health Corp.<br>130-2985 Virtual Way<br>Vancouver, BC V5M 4X7 Canada | |
| Contact Name: | Agatha Szeliga<br>Director, Regulatory Affairs<br>agatha.szeliga@clarius.com | |
| Date 510(k) Summary Prepared: | December 15, 2022 | |
## Predicate Device Information:
| Device Trade Name: | LVivo Software Application |
|-----------------------------|--------------------------------------------------|
| 510(k) Reference: | K200232 |
| Manufacturer Name: | DiA Imaging Analysis Ltd |
| Regulation Name: | Medical Image Management and Processing System |
| Device Classification Name: | Automated Radiological Image Processing Software |
| Product Code(s): | QiH |
| Regulation Number: | 21 CFR § 892.2050 |
| Regulatory Class: | Class II |
Note: The predicate device has not been subject to a design-related recall.
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## Reference Device #1 Information:
| Device Trade Name: | CoLumbo |
|-----------------------------|--------------------------------------------------|
| 510(k) Reference: | K220497 |
| Manufacturer Name: | Smart Soft Healthcare AD |
| Regulation Name: | Medical Image Management and Processing System |
| Device Classification Name: | Automated Radiological Image Processing Software |
| Product Code(s): | QIH |
| Regulation Number: | 21 CFR § 892.2050 |
| Regulatory Class: | Class II |
## Reference Device #2 Information:
| Device Trade Name: | Al-Rad Companion (Musculoskeletal) |
|-----------------------------|-------------------------------------|
| 510(k) Reference: | K193267 |
| Manufacturer Name: | Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. |
| Regulation Name: | Computed tomography x-ray system |
| Device Classification Name: | Computed tomography x-ray system |
| Product Code(s): | JAK |
| Regulation Number: | 21 CFR § 892.1750 |
| Regulatory Class: | Class II |
## Device Description
Clarius AI is a radiological (ultrasound) image processing software application which implements artificial intelligence (Al), including non-adaptive machine learning algorithms, and is incorporated into the Clarius App software for use as part of the complete Clarius Ultrasound Scanner system product offering in musculoskeletal (MSK) ultrasound imaging applications. Clarius Al (MSK model) is intended for use by trained healthcare practitioners for non-invasive measurements of ultrasound data from musculoskeletal (MSK) ultrasound imaging acquired by the Clarius Ultrasound Scanner system using an artificial intelligence (AI) image segmentation algorithm. Clarius AI (MSK model) is intended to semi-automatically place adjustable calipers and provide supplementary information to the user regarding tendon thickness measurements (i.e., foot/plantar fascia, ankle/Achilles' tendon, knee/patellar tendon). Clarius Al is intended to inform clinical management and is not intended to replace clinical decision-making. The clinician retains the ultimate responsibility of ascertaining the measurements based on standard practices and clinical judgment. Clarius Al is indicated for use in adult patients only.
During the ultrasound imaging procedure, the anatomical site is selected through a preset software selection (e.g., foot, ankle, knee), in which the Clarius Al will engage to segment the correlating tendon. Clarius Al analyzes ultrasound images in real-time and outputs probabilities for each pixel within the image for determination of the particular tendon thickness.
The combination of all the pixels meeting a programmed threshold will render an overlay being displayed on top of the ultrasound image with a pre-programmed transparency so that the ultrasound greyscale is still visible. Once the user has obtained the best view, imaging can be manually paused, in which the Clarius Al will further analyze the tendon segmentation to determine the greatest thickness, in number of
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pixels, and subsequently place two measurement calipers that correspond to the top and bottom of the tendon at its thickest region, outputting a value in millimeters. The user can then manually alter the measurement calipers to make any necessary adjustments if desired. Clarius Al does not perform any functions that could not be accomplished manually by a trained and qualified user.
Clarius AI (MSK model) is incorporated into the Clarius App software and is intended for use with the following Clarius Ultrasound Scanner system transducers (previously 510(k)-cleared in K180799, K192107, and K213436):
| Clarius Ultrasound Transducers | L7 and L15 |
|--------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Clarius App Software | Clarius Ultrasound App (Clarius App) for iOS;<br>Clarius Ultrasound App (Clarius App) for Android |
## Indications for Use for Clarius AI (MSK)
Clarius AI is intended to semi-automatically place calipers for non-invasive measurements of musculoskeletal structures (e.g., Achilles' tendon, plantar fascia, patellar tendon) on ultrasound data acquired by the Clarius Ultrasound Scanner (i.e., L7 and L15). The user shall be a healthcare professional trained and qualified in MSK (musculoskeletal) ultrasound. The user shall retain the ultimate responsibility of ascertaining the measurements based on standard practices and clinical iudgment.
## Comparison of the Subject Device and Legally Marketed Devices for Demonstration of Substantial Equivalence
The following table provides a comparison of the subject device, Clarius Al, to the predicate device and reference devices. A comparison of the subject device to the predicate and reference devices shows that the subject device has similar indications for use, is based on a similar Al algorithm, and provides automated radiological image processing with segmentation and measurement of anatomical structures, comparable to the legally marketed devices referenced herein.
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## Table 1 - Comparison of the Subject Device to the Legally Marketed Devices
| Criteria | SUBJECT DEVICE | PREDICATE DEVICE | REFERENCE DEVICE #1 | REFERENCE DEVICE #2 | RATIONALE<br>(if subject device<br>differs from predicate<br>device) |
|---------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| | Clarius Al | LVivo Software<br>Application | Columbo | Al-Rad Companion<br>(Musculoskeletal) | |
| 510(k) Holder/<br>Manufacturer | Clarius Mobile Health<br>Corp. | DiA Imaging Analysis<br>Ltd | Smart Soft Healthcare<br>AD | Siemens Medical<br>Solutions USA, Inc. | Not applicable |
| Submission Reference | Current Submission | K200232 | K220497 | K193267 | Not applicable |
| Product Code(s) | QIH | QIH | QIH | JAK | Same as predicate<br>device and reference<br>device #1 |
| Device Classification<br>Name | Automated<br>Radiological Image<br>Processing Software | Automated<br>Radiological Image<br>Processing Software | Automated<br>Radiological Image<br>Processing Software | Computed<br>tomography x-ray<br>system | Same as predicate<br>device and reference<br>device #1 |
| Regulation Number | 21 CFR 892.2050 | 21 CFR 892.2050 | 21 CFR 892.2050 | 21 CFR 892.1750 | Same as predicate<br>device and reference<br>device #1 |
| Regulation Name | Medical Image<br>Management and<br>Processing System | Medical Image<br>Management and<br>Processing System | Medical Image<br>Management and<br>Processing System | Computed<br>tomography x-ray<br>system | Same as predicate<br>device and reference<br>device #1 |
| Intended Use | Non-invasive<br>processing of<br>ultrasound images<br>using automatic image<br>segmentation and<br>measurement of<br>anatomical structures<br>utilizing artificial<br>intelligence<br>algorithms. | Non-invasive<br>processing of<br>ultrasound images<br>using automatic image<br>segmentation and<br>measurement of<br>anatomical structures<br>utilizing artificial<br>intelligence<br>algorithms. | Non-invasive<br>processing of MR<br>images using<br>automatic image<br>segmentation and<br>measurement of<br>anatomical structures<br>utilizing artificial<br>intelligence<br>algorithms. | Non-invasive<br>processing of CT<br>images using<br>automatic image<br>segmentation and<br>measurement of<br>anatomical structures<br>utilizing artificial<br>intelligence<br>algorithms. | Same as predicate<br>device and similar to<br>reference devices |
| Indications for Use | Clarius Al is intended<br>for use by trained<br>healthcare<br>professionals to semi-<br>automatically place | LVivo platform is<br>intended for non-<br>invasive processing of<br>ultrasound images to<br>detect, measure, and | Columbo is an image<br>post-processing and<br>measurement<br>software tool that<br>provides quantitative | Al-Rad Companion<br>(Musculoskeletal) is an<br>image processing<br>software that provides<br>quantitative and | Clarius Al indications<br>for use are similar to<br>the predicate device's<br>indications for use as<br>both devices are |
| Criteria | SUBJECT DEVICE | PREDICATE DEVICE | REFERENCE DEVICE #1 | REFERENCE DEVICE #2 | RATIONALE (if subject device differs from predicate device) |
| | Clarius Al | LVivo Software Application | CoLumbo | Al-Rad Companion (Musculoskeletal) | |
| | calipers for non-invasive anatomical measurements on ultrasound data acquired by the Clarius Ultrasound Scanner. | calculate relevant medical parameters of structures and function of patients with suspected disease. | spine measurements from previously-acquired DICOM lumbar spine Magnetic Resonance (MR) images for users' review, analysis, and interpretation. It provides the following functionality to assist users in visualizing, measuring and documenting out-of-range measurements:<br>-Feature segmentation;<br>-Feature measurement;<br>Threshold based labeling of out of range measurement; and<br>-Export of measurement results to a written report for user's review, revise and approval. CoLumbo does not produce or recommend any type of medical diagnosis or treatment. Instead, it simply helps users to | qualitative analysis from previously acquired Computed Tomography DICOM images to support radiologists and physicians from emergency medicine, specialty care, urgent care, and general practice in the evaluation and assessment of musculoskeletal disease. It provides the following functionality:<br>-Segmentation of vertebrae<br>-Labelling of vertebrae<br>-Measurements of heights in each vertebra and indication if they are critically different<br>-Measurement of mean Hounsfield value in volume of interest within vertebra. Only DICOM images of adult patients are considered to be valid input. | indicated for non-invasive processing of ultrasound data/ images for measurements of anatomical structures. |
| Criteria | SUBJECT DEVICE | PREDICATE DEVICE | REFERENCE DEVICE #1 | REFERENCE DEVICE #2 | RATIONALE<br>(if subject device<br>differs from predicate<br>device) |
| | Clarius Al | LVivo Software<br>Application | CoLumbo | Al-Rad Companion<br>(Musculoskeletal) | |
| | | | more easily identify<br>and classify features in<br>lumbar MR images and<br>compile a report. The<br>user is responsible for<br>confirming/ modifying<br>settings, reviewing and<br>verifying the software-<br>generated<br>measurements,<br>inspecting out-of-<br>range measurements,<br>and approving draft<br>report content using<br>their medical<br>judgment and<br>discretion.<br>The device is intended<br>to be used only by<br>hospitals and other<br>medical institutions.<br>Only DICOM images of<br>MRI acquired from<br>lumbar spine exams of<br>patients aged 18 and<br>above are considered<br>to be valid input.<br>Columbo does not<br>support DICOM images<br>of patients that are<br>pregnant, undergo<br>MRI scan with contrast<br>media, or have post- | | |
| Criteria | SUBJECT DEVICE | PREDICATE DEVICE | REFERENCE DEVICE #1 | REFERENCE DEVICE #2 | RATIONALE<br>(if subject device |
| | Clarius Al | LVivo Software<br>Application | CoLumbo | Al-Rad Companion<br>(Musculoskeletal) | differs from predicate<br>device) |
| Radiological<br>application/ Supported<br>modality | Ultrasound | Ultrasound | operational<br>complications,<br>scoliosis, tumors,<br>infections, fractures. | CT | Same as predicate<br>device |
| Principle of Operation/<br>Technology | Ultrasound image<br>processing software<br>implementing artificial<br>intelligence including<br>non-adaptive machine<br>learning algorithms<br>trained with clinical<br>and/or artificial data<br>intended for non-<br>invasive segmentation<br>and measurements of<br>ultrasound data. | Ultrasound image<br>processing software<br>implementing artificial<br>intelligence including<br>non-adaptive machine<br>learning algorithms<br>trained with clinical<br>and/or artificial data<br>intended for non-<br>invasive segmentation<br>and measurements of<br>ultrasound data. | Radiological image<br>processing software<br>implementing artificial<br>intelligence including<br>non-adaptive machine<br>learning algorithms<br>trained with clinical<br>and/or artificial data<br>intended for non-<br>invasive segmentation<br>and measurements of<br>MR data | Radiological image<br>processing software<br>implementing artificial<br>intelligence including<br>non-adaptive machine<br>learning algorithms<br>trained with clinical<br>and/or artificial data<br>intended for non-<br>invasive segmentation<br>and measurements of<br>CT data | Same as predicate<br>device |
| Segmentation | Yes - Segmentation of<br>anatomical structures<br>(tendons) | Yes - Segmentation of<br>anatomical structures<br>(LV, RV, bladder) | Yes - Segmentation of<br>anatomical structures<br>(spinal vertebrae) | Yes - Segmentation of<br>anatomical structures<br>(spinal vertebrae) | Similar to predicate<br>device and reference<br>devices |
| Measurement | Yes - Measurement of<br>anatomical structures<br>(tendons) | Yes - Measurement of<br>anatomical structures<br>(LV, RV, bladder) | Yes - Measurement of<br>anatomical structures<br>(spinal vertebrae) | Yes - Measurement of<br>anatomical structures<br>(spinal vertebrae) | Similar to predicate<br>device and reference<br>devices |
| Al Algorithm | Image segmentation,<br>anatomical<br>identification, and<br>measurement utilizing<br>the machine learning-<br>based algorithm<br>Exception U-Net | Image segmentation<br>for border detection.<br>Algorithm combines<br>image processing and<br>Deep Learning Neural<br>Network for analysis. | Deep Convolutional<br>Image-to-Image Neural<br>Network | 3D Deep Image-to-<br>Image Network | Similar to predicate<br>device and reference<br>devices |
| Criteria | SUBJECT DEVICE | PREDICATE DEVICE | REFERENCE DEVICE #1 | REFERENCE DEVICE #2 | RATIONALE<br>(if subject device<br>differs from predicate<br>device) |
| | Clarius Al | LVivo Software<br>Application | CoLumbo | Al-Rad Companion<br>(Musculoskeletal)…
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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.