K230194 · Richard Wolf Medical Instruments Corporation · GEI · Mar 22, 2023 · General, Plastic Surgery
Device Facts
Record ID
K230194
Device Name
HF Surgery Generator 400KHZ
Applicant
Richard Wolf Medical Instruments Corporation
Product Code
GEI · General, Plastic Surgery
Decision Date
Mar 22, 2023
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 878.4400
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
The product is used for generating high frequency electrical current for cutting and coagulating tissue electrosurgically.
Device Story
HF Surgery Generator 400KHZ converts electrical grid energy into high-frequency current for tissue cutting and coagulation; supports monopolar and bipolar modes. Operated by specialized medical personnel in clinical settings via touchscreen interface and footswitch. Device provides multiple current waveforms optimized for surgical requirements. Output affects tissue via thermal effects; enables precise surgical intervention. Benefits include controlled tissue management during micro- and macrosurgical procedures. System includes generator, footswitch, and connection cables; features LAN/USB connectivity for data/maintenance.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Evidence includes validation of electromagnetic compatibility and electrical safety per IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, and IEC 60601-2-2. Performance testing included waveform comparison, tissue performance studies, and verification of software functions, power consumption, and cooling methods.
Technological Characteristics
Metal and plastic housing; AC powered (100-240V, 50/60Hz). Protection Class I, CF applied part, defibrillator-proof. Output frequency 338-500 kHz. Connectivity: USB, LAN, potential equalization connector. Touchscreen interface. Software version 1.4.3. Standards: IEC 60601-1:2005, IEC 60601-1-2:2014, IEC 60601-2-2:2017.
Indications for Use
Indicated for adult patients requiring electrosurgical cutting and coagulation of tissue in micro- and macrosurgical operations. Exclusively for use by specialized, medically qualified, and adequately instructed personnel.
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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March 22, 2023
Richard Wolf Medical Instruments Corporation Mike Mcandrew US Head of Regulatory - OA/OC 353 Corporate Woods Parkway Vernon Hills, Illinois 60061
Re: K230194
Trade/Device Name: HF Surgery Generator 400KHZ Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.4400 Regulation Name: Electrosurgical Cutting And Coagulation Device And Accessories Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: GEI Dated: January 23, 2023 Received: January 24, 2023
Dear Mike Mcandrew:
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,
Mark
Digitally signed by
Mark Trumbore -S
Trumbore -S Date: 2023.03.22
15:31:45 -04'00'
Mark Trumbore, 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
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) To be determined
Device Name HF SURGERY GENERATOR 400KHZ
Indications for Use (Describe)
The product is used for generating high frequency electrical current for cutting and coagulating tissue electrosurgically.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
| [X] Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) |
|--------------------------------------------------|
| [ ] Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C) |
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# 510(k) Summary 5
### Submitter l
Richard Wolf Medical Instruments Corporation 353 Corporate Woods Parkway Vernon Hills, IL 60061
Phone: 847-913-1113, ext. 380 Mobile: 847-636-0887 Fax: 847-913-1489 E-Mail: MMcAndrew@richardwolfusa.com
Contact Person, Mike McAndrew, US Head of Regulatory – QA/QC Date Prepared: March 21, 2023
# Legal Manufacturer
Richard Wolf GmbH Pforzheimer Straße 32 75438 Knittlingen
### ll Device
| Product<br>Specification | Regulation<br>Number and | Product<br>Code | Device<br>Class |
|--------------------------|--------------------------|-----------------|-----------------|
|--------------------------|--------------------------|-----------------|-----------------|
Table 5-1: Device classification
| Brand name | Trade name | Model Number | Product<br>classification<br>name | Regulation<br>Number and<br>Name | Product<br>Code | Device<br>Class | Review<br>Panel |
|------------|-----------------------------------|--------------|----------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------|-----------------|-----------------------------------|
| 2260 | HF SURGERY<br>GENERATOR<br>400KHZ | 2260003 | Electrosurgical<br>, Cutting &<br>Coagulation &<br>Accessories | 878.4400<br>Electrosurgical<br>cutting and<br>coagulation<br>device and<br>accessories | GEI | Class II | General<br>and Plastic<br>Surgery |
| N/A | FOOTSWITCH 2<br>PEDALS L 5M | 2260021 | | | | | |
Document 001 510(k) Summary
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| N/A<br>HF CONNECTION<br>CABLE BIPO L 5M | N/A<br>HF CONNECTION<br>CABLE BIPO L 3M |
|-----------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------|
| 8108253 | 8108233 |
### ��� Predicate Device
Trade name of Predicate Device: ARC 400 510(k) Number: K193591 Requlatory Class: Class II Product Code: GEI Manufacturer: BOWA-Electronics GmbH & Co. KG
The predicate has not been subject to a design-related recall. No reference devices were used in this submission.
### Subject Device Description 5.1
#### 5.1.1 Device Identification
Table 5-2: Device identification
| Brand<br>name | Model<br>Number | Trade name | Package unit |
|---------------|-----------------|-------------------------------|--------------|
| 2260 | 2260003 | HF SURGERY GENERATOR 400KHZ | 1 |
| N/A | 2260021 | FOOTSWITCH 2 PEDALS L 5M | 1 |
| N/A | 8108233 | HF CONNECTION CABLE BIPO L 3M | 1 |
| N/A | 8108253 | HF CONNECTION CABLE BIPO L 5M | 1 |
### 5.1.2 Device characteristics
# Delivered sterile / non-sterile
The HF SURGERY GENERATOR 400KHZ is delivered non-sterilization is not required.
# Single use / reusable
The devices are reusable and do require cleaning and reprocessing during their use-life, i.e., users are required to clean and disinfect the device before every application and before returning for repairs. Methods of cleaning and reprocessing are detailed in the Instruction for Use.
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# Software
The HF SURGERY GENERATOR 400KHZ contains software. The software is classified as a Major Level of Concern.
# Materials with patient contact
The HF SURGERY GENERATOR 400KHZ is not intended to contact the patient directly or indirectly.
### 5.1.3 Brief written description of the Device
The HF SURGERY GENERATOR 400KHZ is used for electrosurgical cutting and coagulation of living human tissue. For this purpose, electrical energy from the power supply network is transformed into high frequency current which allows this surgical property. The device offers a multitude of different profiled current forms which are optimized for the different surgical requirements. It is equipped for monopolar and bipolar cutting and coagulation in micro- and macrosurgical operations.
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Figure 05-1: Richard Wolf HF SURGERY GENERATOR 400KHZ
#### 5.1.4 Materials of Use
The HF SURGERY GENERATOR 400KHZ consists of a metal housing which does not have any patient contact.
### 5.2 Indications for Use
# Statement
The product is used for generating high frequency electrical current for cutting and coagulating tissue electrosurqically.
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# User
This product is exclusively intended for use by specialized medical personnel and must only be used by medically qualified and adequately instructed persons.
# Patient population
The product is intended for adult patients.
The patient group intended for the application of the medical product herein described is not limited with regard to ethnicity, gender, body height, Before use, the attending physician must make sure that the product in view of its dimensions or settings can be used safely in the patient.
# Explanation on differences to the predicate device
In comparison to the predicate device, the usage of the subject device is further restricted to adults. However, the full indication of use for the subject device is covered by the predicate device and reducing the scope does not lead to new questions regarding safety and effectiveness.
# Comparison of Technological Characteristics with the Predicate Device 5.3
### 5.3.1 Overview Table
Table 5-3: Comparison of technical characteristics
| ltem | Subject device | Predicate devices | Comparison | | | |
|-------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------|--|--|--|
| General information | | | | | | |
| Product name | HF SURGERY<br>GENERATOR 400KHZ | ARC 400 Electrosurgical<br>Unit | N/A | | | |
| Brand name | 2260 | N/A | N/A | | | |
| Type No. | 2260003 | 900400 | N/A | | | |
| 510(k) number | TBD / subject device | K193591 | N/A | | | |
| Manufacturer | Richard Wolf GmbH | BOWA-electronics GmbH<br>& Co. KG | N/A | | | |
| Product Code | GEI | GEI | Same | | | |
| Regulation<br>Number | 878.4400 | 878.4400 | Same | | | |
| Indications for<br>Use | The product is used for<br>generating high frequency<br>electrical current for<br>cutting and coagulating<br>tissue electrosurgically. | The HF device is intended<br>exclusively for the<br>generation of electrical<br>power for monopolar and<br>bipolar cutting and<br>coagulation on tissue<br>structures in surgical<br>operations. | Equivalent | | | |
| Contraindications | Contraindications directly<br>related to the product are<br>presently unknown. If<br>medical contraindications<br>for the mentioned<br>indications are known, the<br>use of the products is not<br>permitted.<br>On the basis of the<br>patient's general condition<br>the doctor in charge must<br>decide whether or not the<br>planned use is possible. | Do not use the HF device<br>if, in the opinion of an<br>experienced physician or<br>according to current<br>professional literature,<br>such use would endanger<br>the patient, due for<br>example to the general<br>condition of the patient, or<br>if other contraindications<br>are present. | Equivalent | | | |
| Prescription/<br>over-the-counter-<br>use | RX only | RX only | Same | | | |
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| Item | Subject device | Predicate devices | Comparison |
|--------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------|
| Sterile/Non-sterile<br>device | Non-sterile device | Non-sterile device | Same |
| Single use/<br>Reusable | Reusable device | Reusable device | Same |
| Sterilization<br>method | Non-sterile device | Non-sterile device | Same |
| Reprocessing | Cleaning and disinfection<br>solution/wipes for low<br>level should be based on<br>alcohol. Examples for<br>suitable substances for<br>cleaning and disinfection<br>of surfaces:<br>• Propanol<br>• Ethanol<br>• Didecyldimethyla<br>mmoniumchloride<br>• Dimethylbenzyla<br>mmoniumchloride | Apply the cleaning agent<br>and disinfectant.<br>Wipe down the HF device<br>only with cleaning agents<br>and disinfectants that are<br>approved in the country of<br>use for surface cleaning. | Equivalent |
| Maintenance<br>intervals | 12 months | 12 months | Same |
| Operating<br>Condition | Ambient temperature +10<br>°C to +40 °C<br>Relative humidity 30% to<br>75% (non-condensing)<br>Atmospheric pressure 700<br>hPa to 1060 hPa | Temperature: +10 °C to<br>+40 °C<br>Relative humidity: 30 to<br>75%, non-condensing<br>Atmospheric pressure:<br>700 to 1600 hPa<br>Operating altitude (max.)<br>4000 m above sea level | Equivalent |
| Storage and<br>Transport<br>Conditions | Ambient temperature -20<br>°C to +60 °C<br>Relative humidity 10% to<br>90% (non-condensing)<br>Atmospheric pressure 700<br>hPa to 1060 hPa | Temperature: -20 °C to<br>+50 °C<br>Relative humidity 0 to 75<br>%, non-condensing<br>Atmospheric pressure:<br>500 to 1600 hPa | Equivalent |
| Operational modes / settings | | | |
| Mode: Monopolar cutting | | | |
| Modes | 12 | 12 | Same |
| Max. Power | 400 W (at 500 Ω) | 400 W (at 200 Ω) | Same |
| Output Frequency | 403 - 500 kHz | 350 kHz | Different |
| Max. Voltage<br>Output | 3150 Vp | 1600 Vp | Different |
| Crest Factor | 1.4 - 4.4 | 1.5, 3.5 | Different |
| Wave Forms | Sinusoidal Constant<br>Sinusoidal Modulated<br>Sinusoidal Alternating | Sinusoidal Constant<br>Sinusoidal Modulated<br>Sinusoidal Alternating<br>Cut/Coag/Pause Phases | Equivalent |
| Mode: Monopolar coagulation | | | |
| Modes | 15 | 9 | Different |
| Max. Power | 200 W (at 350 Ω) | 250 W (at 500 Ω) | Different |
| Output Frequency | 375 - 500 kHz | 350 kHz | Different |
| Max. Voltage<br>Output | 5000 Vp | 5000 Vp | Equivalent |
| Crest Factor | 1.4 - 7.6 | 1.6 - 7.4 | Different |
| Wave Forms | Sinusoidal Constant<br>Sinusoidal Modulated<br>Pulse Modulated | Sinusoidal Constant<br>Sinusoidal Modulated<br>Pulse Modulated | Same |
| Item | Subject device | Predicate devices | Comparison |
| Modes | 8 | 4 | Different |
| Max. Power | 300 W (at 100 Ω) | 400W (at 75 Ω) | Different |
| Output Frequency | 355 - 381 kHz | 350 kHz | Different |
| Max. Voltage | 750 Vp | 500 Vp | Different |
| Output | | | |
| Crest Factor | 1.4 - 2.3 | 1.5 - 1.6 | Different |
| Wave Forms | Sinusoidal Constant | Sinusoidal Constant | Same |
| Mode: Bipolar coagulation | | | |
| Modes | 9 | 9 | Equivalent |
| Max. Power | 250 W (at 75 Ω) | 350 W (at 25 Ω) | Different |
| Output Frequency | 338 - 381 kHz | 350 kHz | Different |
| Max. Voltage | 425 Vp | 550 Vp | Different |
| Output | | | |
| Crest Factor | 1.4 - 1.7 | 1.5 - 3.8 | Different |
| Wave Forms | Sinusoidal Constant | Sinusoidal Constant | Same |
| | Pulse Modulated | Pulse Modulated | |
| Technological characteristics | | | |
| Standard | IEC 60601-1:2005 (19-4) | IEC 60601-1: 2005 (19-4) | Same |
| compliance | IEC 60601-1-2:2014 (19-8) | IEC 60601-1-2: 2014 (19-8) | |
| | IEC 60601-2-2:2017 (6-389) | IEC 60601-2-2:2017 (6-389) | |
| Voltage [V] | 100-240 V | 230 V | Equivalent |
| Frequency [Hz] | 50/60 Hz | 50/60 Hz | Same |
| Power | 45 without HF output | 85 power consumption in | Equivalent |
| consumption [VA] | 650 at max. output power | standby mode | |
| / Current rating | | 975 maximum power | |
| [A] | | consumption with 300 W<br>HF output power | |
| Protection class | I | I | Same |
| to EN/IEC 60601-<br>1;<br>(UL 2601-1/CSA<br>C22.2 No.601.1 -<br>for USA) | | | |
| Protection against | CF applied part,<br>defibrillator-proof | CF | Same |
| electric shock | | | |
| Degree of | IPX0 | IP 21 | Equivalent |
| protection against | | | |
| liquids | | | |
| Weight [kg] | 10.2 kg (22.4 lbs) | approx. 12.5 kg | Different |
| Dimensions | 300 x 160 x 402 mm | 430 x 180 x 475 mm | Different |
| Material | Metal & plastics | Metal & plastics | Equivalent |
| Single-Use | No | No | Same |
| Light Source | No | No | Same |
| Battery Operated | No | No | Same |
| AC Powered | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Software version | 1.4.3 | 1.0.0.6.17.9 | Different |
| USB Port | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Potential | Yes | Yes | Same |
| equalization | | | |
| connector | | | |
| LAN (Ethernet)<br>Network | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Item | Subject device | Predicate devices | Comparison |
| Foot switch<br>socket connector | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Control elements<br>/ user interface | Touchscreen | Touchscreen | Same |
| Materials with patient contact | | | |
| Materials with<br>direct patient<br>contact | N/A - no materials with<br>direct patient<br>contact | N/A - no materials with<br>direct patient<br>contact | Same |
| Materials with<br>indirect patient<br>contact | N/A - no materials with<br>indirect patient<br>contact | N/A - no materials with<br>indirect patient<br>contact | Same |
| Instruction for use | | | |
| Version | GA-A339 / en / US / V0.6 | 900-<br>400_IFU_V1.0.0.6.17.9_2<br>0140-S2-20130604-EN | Different |
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# 5.3.2 Discussion
The subject device and the predicate device share the same fundamental technology. They both convert electrical energy from the grid into a high-frequency current which provides the surgical property. For that purpose, monopolar and bipolar high frequency current modes were provided to the corresponding socket module. The fundamental frequencies of about 400 kHz provided by the subject and the predicate device are comparable and substantial equivalent. Both generators feature a maximum power output of 400 W.
The general and technical characteristics that differ between the predicate and the subject device are differences in PCB layouts, software including the graphical user interface, number of output sockets and other technical characteristics such as power consumption and weight, dimensions. These differences do not question safety and effectiveness of the subject devices, several performance tests were performed, such as:
- a. Validation of the electromagnetic compatibility and electrical safety (Section 17 -
Electromagnetic Compatibility and Electrical Safety)
- b. Validation of the performance on tissue (Section 19 Performing Testing Animal)
- Validation of the performance based on waveform comparison and the tissue study (Section C. 18 - Performance Testing Bench)
- ರ. Performance testing due to the different software functions, the change in power consumption, cooling method, and the "Dialog" function (Section 18 - Performance Testing Bench)
- e. Transportation validation (Section 18 Performance Testing Bench)
### Performance Testing 5.4
- 5.4.1 Sterilization N/A
### 5.4.2 Biocompatibility
N/A
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### 5.4.3 Electromaqnetic Compatibility and Electrical Safety
The predicate device and the device covered by this registration are classified in protection class I according to 60601-1. They both fulfil the electrical safety requirements of IEC 60601-2-2 and IEC 60601-1-2. Based on that, the devices are considered to be comparable in terms of electromagnetic compatibility and electrical safety.
#### 5.4.4 Performance and Operational testing
The efficacy and safety of the HF SURGERY GENERATOR 400KHZ is documented by the verification and validation testing which confirms that the product meets all the requirements and specifications for overall design, basic safety, essential performance, and that the design inputs and specifications are met.
#### રે. રે Conclusions
The HF SURGERY GENERATOR 400KHZ has the same intended use and field of application as the legally marketed predicate device named in this submission.
The same performance tests were concluded for the subject device as for the predicate device. Therefore, no comparison testing was performed. Non-clinical performance testing, including Electromagnetic Compatibility. Electrical Safety, and Software Verification and Validation. demonstrated that the safety and performance of the device is equivalent to the predicate device. Differences in characteristics described in Section 12.2 do not raise any new questions regarding the safety and effectiveness of the HF SURGERY GENERATOR 400KHZ compared to the predicate device.
The HF SURGERY GENERATOR 400KHZ is substantially equivalent to the legally marketed predicate device ARC 400 (K193591).
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Scroll right in the search results table. The intended use column is extracted for you; no need to dig into the 510(k) summary PDF.
What does the AI Performance sub-table show, and why is it useful?
Output name, acceptance criteria, observed values, development dataset description, and test dataset description. It's the same format we use for regulatory strategy output and Fast 510(k) input, and the fastest high-level fingerprint of an AI device. AI-generated but reliable in practice.
3. Judging fuzzy relevance
Fuzzy results trail off in relevance as you scroll. Use three signals to decide how far down to go: the fuzzy badge explanations, the intended use column, and whether your target output (e.g., Cobb angle) still appears in the AI Performance sub-table. Once it stops appearing, you're past the relevant zone. A top hit with a low score (~0.4) and a stretched explanation is a hint the closest predicates are far away — the project may be headed for De Novo. Note the fuzzy search is a pattern match: it doesn't handle negation ("not") well, and hardware devices can appear — filter by SaMD/AI ML to cut them.
How do you judge how far down fuzzy search results to go?
Use the relevancy signals: the fuzzy badge explanations, the intended use column, and whether the target output (e.g., Cobb angle) still appears in the AI Performance sub-table. Once it stops appearing, results are trailing off in relevancy.
4. Device detail page: chat and citations
Click a device name to open its detail page: device facts on the left, a chat window on the right. Ask something like "Describe the training data". The answer carries little citation bubbles — click one to jump to the highlighted passage in the source PDF, so you can verify every AI answer against the document. There's also a Download PDF button for sharing.
How do you verify an AI chat answer on the device detail page?
Click the citation bubbles to jump to the relevant highlight in the source document.
Reading rule for every project: how many summaries do you read in full?
At least the three most relevant 510(k) or De Novo summaries, in full. After that, use targeted chat questions to confirm your memory quickly. The tool supports this professional habit — it doesn't replace it.
5. Side-by-side comparison
Select multiple rows in the results table (aim for under ~10), then open the PDF Viewer tab. Ask one question — it goes to all selected devices in parallel, each with citations. This is the fastest way to compare and contrast devices: training data, PCCP scope, how they handled adding new scanners, and so on.
What does the side-by-side PDF viewer mode do?
Select multiple devices, open the PDF viewer tab, and ask one question (e.g., "Describe the training data"). It queries all selected devices simultaneously with citations, so you can compare and contrast quickly.
6. Collections
With rows selected, go to the Collections tab and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). Reload that selection any time — before a client call, pull up the collection and ask questions across all of its devices at once.
How do you save a set of selected devices for later use?
Select the rows, go to the Collections tab, and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). You can reload the selection anytime and carry it into the PDF viewer and other tabs that support selections.
7. Product codes and the regulations tree
Click a product code in the results to jump to it in the regulations tree — identification text, sibling product codes, and devices you can open in a PDF viewer on the right. Click a regulation number to see its identification, special controls, and related product codes. You can also search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree. Always read the special controls if any exist for your device — it broadens your search and sharpens pre-kickoff research.
What can you do from the regulations tree view?
Browse product codes and regulation numbers, read the identification text and special controls, browse sibling product codes, open device PDFs on the right, and search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree.
8. Chart view
Click Show Chart and segment by regulation number (or product code) to see which regulations dominate your result set. Clicking a regulation takes you into the regulations tree. Great for spotting that most matches are, say, hardware laparoscopic devices — a cue to go back and filter.
How do you see which regulations dominate a search result set?
Click "Show Chart" and segment by Regulation Number. Clicking a regulation takes you to the regulations tree.
9. The predicate graph
Open the Predicates tab for a family-tree view of predicate relationships. Click a node to trace its parents and children; selections from search carry over pre-selected. Commonly predicated devices are worth reading — a lot of people predicated them for a reason. The visual lineage is also handy on client calls, e.g. to show how a predicate family evolved and justify why your predicate still holds.
In the predicate graph, why are commonly predicated devices worth reading?
A lot of people predicated them for a reason. Clicking a node traces parents and children, and selections from search carry over pre-selected.
10. Embeddings: the galaxy map
The Embeddings tab plots every matching document in a 2-D "galaxy map" where semantically similar devices cluster together. Hover or click clusters to explore, and let AI label the clusters for you. Embeddings beat product codes for grouping: two devices can carry different product codes (LLZ vs. QIH) yet do the same thing — the embedding captures the meaning of the intended use and device story. This is also exactly how retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) works under the hood, and it makes a great visual on client calls.
Try it yourself
Head to the search page and work through a few of these AI/ML fuzzy searches to build intuition: perivascular fat on CT · aortic valve calcification opportunistic screening on noncontrast CT · breast cancer prediction on digital pathology slides · autism detection · gestational age prediction · a hearing aid that can also detect a pulse · foundation model based analysis of ECG · large language models · penetration test. Watch how the relevance scores, intended use, and AI Performance tables tell you when results stop being meaningful.