Heinrich Single Use Non-Stick Bayonet Bipolar Forceps, 180mm, 0.5mm Tip with Cable (HMAL18/005); Heinrich Single Use Non-Stick Bayonet Bipolar Forceps, 180mm, 1.0mm Tip with Cable (HMAL18/010); Heinrich Single Use Non-Stick Bayonet Bipolar Forceps, 180mm, 1.5mm Tip with Cable (HMAL18/015); Heinrich Single Use Non-Stick Bayonet Bipolar Forceps, 200mm, 0.5mm Tip with Cable (HMAL20/005); Heinrich Single Use Non-Stick Bayonet Bipolar Forceps, 200mm, 1.0mm Tip with Cable (HMAL20/010);
K233346 · Hg Innovations, Ltd. · GEI · Nov 20, 2023 · General, Plastic Surgery
Device Facts
Record ID
K233346
Device Name
Heinrich Single Use Non-Stick Bayonet Bipolar Forceps, 180mm, 0.5mm Tip with Cable (HMAL18/005); Heinrich Single Use Non-Stick Bayonet Bipolar Forceps, 180mm, 1.0mm Tip with Cable (HMAL18/010); Heinrich Single Use Non-Stick Bayonet Bipolar Forceps, 180mm, 1.5mm Tip with Cable (HMAL18/015); Heinrich Single Use Non-Stick Bayonet Bipolar Forceps, 200mm, 0.5mm Tip with Cable (HMAL20/005); Heinrich Single Use Non-Stick Bayonet Bipolar Forceps, 200mm, 1.0mm Tip with Cable (HMAL20/010);
Applicant
Hg Innovations, Ltd.
Product Code
GEI · General, Plastic Surgery
Decision Date
Nov 20, 2023
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 878.4400
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
Heinrich single-use non-stick bipolar forceps and Heinrich single-use non-stick irrigating bipolar forceps are intended for use by a physician familiar with electrosurgery for bipolar coagulation and irrigation of tissue for general open surgery where coagulation of soft tissue is needed. Heinrich single-use non-stick bipolar forceps and Heinrich single-use non-stick irrigating bipolar forceps must be operated within the following parameters: -Frequency range between 300 kHz-1,000 kHZ; -Maximum generator operating voltage 600Vp. Heinrich Single-use non-stick bipolar forceps and Heinrich single-use non-stick irrigating bipolar forceps have not been shown to be effective for tubal sterilization or tubal coagulation for sterilization procedures and should not be used for these procedures. The types of surgery intended include: -ENT -Gynecology -Urology -General Surgery -Neurosurgery -Laryngeal Surgery -Orthopedic Surgery -Thoracic Surgery Heinrich Single-use non-stick bipolar forceps and Heinrich single-use non-stick irrigating bipolar forceps are connected through a suitable bipolar cable with the bipolar output of an electrosurgical generator. Heinrich single-use non-stick bipolar forceps and Heinrich single-use non-stick irrigating bipolar forceps must only be used with a bipolar coagulation current.
Device Story
Single-use, non-stick bayonet bipolar forceps (with or without irrigation) designed for grasping, manipulating, and coagulating soft tissue. Device inputs: electrical energy from an external electrosurgical generator (300-1,000 kHz; max 600Vp). Operation: physician grasps tissue between forceps tines; tines act as electrodes to deliver bipolar current, desiccating and coagulating tissue. Irrigating models include tubing to deliver fluid to the surgical site. Used in general open surgery (ENT, neuro, etc.) by physicians. Output: thermal coagulation of tissue. Benefits: non-stick tip coating reduces tissue adhesion; bipolar technique limits current flow to the small cross-sectional area between tines, minimizing collateral tissue damage.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. No clinical or animal data provided. Biocompatibility (ISO 10993-1) and electrical safety/EMC (AAMI/ANSI IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-2-2) testing passed.
Indicated for bipolar coagulation and irrigation of soft tissue in general open surgery (ENT, Gynecology, Urology, General, Neurosurgery, Laryngeal, Orthopedic, Thoracic). Contraindicated for tubal sterilization or tubal coagulation procedures. For use by physicians familiar with electrosurgery.
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.
Predicate Devices
Synergetics Disposable Single Use Dual Irrigating Standard Bipolar Forceps (K110924)
Sutter Swyng Nonstick Bipolar Forceps- Single Use (K193587)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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November 20, 2023
HG Innovations Ltd % Wondwossen Tekolla Associate Regulatory Consultant Medical Device Academy, Inc 345 Lincoln Hill Road Shrewsbury, Vermont 05738
Re: K233346
Trade/Device Name: Heinrich Single Use Non-Stick Bayonet Bipolar Forceps, 180mm, 0.5mm Tip with Cable (HMAL18/005); Heinrich Single Use Non-Stick Bayonet Bipolar Forceps, 180mm, 1.0mm Tip with Cable (HMAL18/010); Heinrich Single Use Non-Stick Bayonet Bipolar Forceps, 180mm, 1.5mm Tip with Cable (HMAL18/015); Heinrich Single Use Non-Stick Bayonet Bipolar Forceps, 200mm, 0.5mm Tip with Cable (HMAL20/005); Heinrich Single Use Non-Stick Bayonet Bipolar Forceps, 200mm, 1.0mm Tip with Cable (HMAL20/010); Heinrich Single Use Non-Stick Bayonet Bipolar Forceps, 200mm, 1.5mm Tip with Cable (HMAL20/015); Heinrich Single Use Non-Stick Bayonet Bipolar Forceps, 230mm, 0.5mm Tip with Cable (HMAL23/005); Heinrich Single Use Non-Stick Bayonet Bipolar Forceps, 230mm, 1.0mm Tip with Cable (HMAL23/010); Heinrich Single Use Non-Stick Bayonet Bipolar Forceps, 230mm, 1.5mm Tip with Cable (HMAL23/015); Heinrich Single Use Non-Stick, Irrigating Bayonet Bipolar Forceps, 180mm, 0.5mm Tip with Cable & Irrigation Tubing (H Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.4400 Regulation Name: Electrosurgical Cutting And Coagulation Device And Accessories Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: GEI Dated: September 15, 2023 Received: September 29, 2023
Dear Wondwossen Tekolla:
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 (that do not require approval of a premarket approval application (PMA). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls
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Sincerely,
Digitally signed by Mark Mark Trumbore -S Trumbore -S Date: 2023.11.20 13:08:27 -05'00'
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
Submission Number (if known)
| Submission Number (if known) | K233346 |
|--------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Device Name | Heinrich Single Use Non-Stick Bayonet Bipolar Forceps, 180mm, 0.5mm Tip with Cable (HMAL18/005);<br>Heinrich Single Use Non-Stick Bayonet Bipolar Forceps, 180mm, 1.0mm Tip with Cable (HMAL18/010);<br>Heinrich Single Use Non-Stick Bayonet Bipolar Forceps, 180mm, 1.5mm Tip with Cable (HMAL18/015);<br>Heinrich Single Use Non-Stick Bayonet Bipolar Forceps, 200mm, 0.5mm Tip with Cable (HMAL20/005);<br>Heinrich Single Use Non-Stick Bayonet Bipolar Forceps, 200mm, 1.0mm Tip with Cable (HMAL20/010);<br>Heinrich Single Use Non-Stick Bayonet Bipolar Forceps, 200mm, 1.5mm Tip with Cable (HMAL20/015);<br>Heinrich Single Use Non-Stick Bayonet Bipolar Forceps, 230mm, 0.5mm Tip with Cable (HMAL23/005);<br>Heinrich Single Use Non-Stick Bayonet Bipolar Forceps, 230mm, 1.0mm Tip with Cable (HMAL23/010);<br>Heinrich Single Use Non-Stick Bayonet Bipolar Forceps, 230mm, 1.5mm Tip with Cable (HMAL23/015);<br>Heinrich Single Use Non-Stick, Irrigating Bayonet Bipolar Forceps, 180mm, 0.5mm Tip with Cable & Irrigation Tubing (HMAL18/005/IRD);<br>Heinrich Single Use Non-Stick, Irrigating Bayonet Bipolar Forceps, 180mm, 1.0mm Tip with Cable & Irrigation Tubing (HMAL18/010/IRD);<br>Heinrich Single Use Non-Stick, Irrigating Bayonet Bipolar Forceps, 180mm, 1.5mm Tip with Cable & Irrigation Tubing (HMAL18/015/IRD);<br>Heinrich Single Use Non-Stick, Irrigating Bayonet Bipolar Forceps, 200mm, 0.5mm Tip with Cable & Irrigation Tubing (HMAL20/005/IRD);<br>Heinrich Single Use Non-Stick, Irrigating Bayonet Bipolar Forceps, 200mm, 1.0mm Tip with Cable & Irrigation Tubing (HMAL20/010/IRD);<br>Heinrich Single Use Non-Stick, Irrigating Bayonet Bipolar Forceps, 200mm, 1.5mm Tip with Cable & Irrigation Tubing (HMAL20/015/IRD);<br>Heinrich Single Use Non-Stick, Irrigating Bayonet Bipolar Forceps, 230mm, 0.5mm Tip with Cable & Irrigation Tubing (HMAL23/005/IRD);<br>Heinrich Single Use Non-Stick, Irrigating Bayonet Bipolar Forceps, 230mm, 1.0mm Tip with Cable & Irrigation Tubing (HMAL23/010/IRD);<br>Heinrich Single Use Non-Stick, Irrigating Bayonet Bipolar Forceps, 230mm, 1.5mm Tip with Cable & Irrigation Tubing (HMAL23/015/IRD) |
| Indications for Use (Describe) | Heinrich Single-use non-stick bipolar forceps and single-use non-stick irrigating bipolar forceps are |
intended for use by a physician familiar with electrosurgery for bipolar coagulation and irrigation of tissue for general open surgery where coagulation of soft tissue is needed. Heinrich Single-use nonstick bipolar forceps and single-use non-stick irrigating bipolar forceps must be operated within the following parameters:
-Frequency range between 300 kHz-1,000 kHZ;
-Maximum generator operating voltage 600Vp.
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Single-use non-stick bipolar forceps and single-use non-stick irrigating bipolar forceps have not been shown to be effective for tubal sterilization or tubal coagulation for sterilization procedures and should not be used for these procedures. The types of surgery intended include:
-ENT
- -Gynecology
- -Urology
- -General Surgery
- -Neurosurgery
- -Laryngeal Surgery
- -Orthopedic Surgery
- -Thoracic Surgery
Single-use non-stick bipolar forceps and single-use non-stick irrigating bipolar forceps are connected through a suitable bipolar cable with the bipolar output of an electrosurgical generator. Single-use non-stick bipolar forceps and single-use non-stick irrigating bipolar forceps must only be used with a bipolar coagulation current.
HG Innovations, as a manufacturer, does not recommend a specific procedure.
Use of bipolar techniques may be desirable in order to avoid unwanted tissue damage for surgical procedures where HF current could flow through relatively small cross-sectional area of body.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
e-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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## 510(k) SUMMARY
This summary of 510(k) safety and effectiveness information is submitted in accordance with the requirements of 21 CFR §807.92:
| I. SUBMITTER: | Mr. Wondwossen Tekolla |
|----------------------|-----------------------------|
| Company Name: | Medical Device Academy Inc. |
| Address: | 345 Lincoln Hill Rd |
| City, State, Zip USA | Shrewsbury, VT 05738 |
| Tel: | 919-903-0194 |
| Fax: | N/A |
| Contact Person: | Dr. M Umran Rafiq |
|-----------------|-------------------|
| Date Prepared: | August 23, 2023 |
#### DEVICE ll.
| Device Trade Name: | Heinrich Single Use Non-Stick Bipolar Forceps/ Heinrich<br>Single Use Irrigating Non-Stick Bipolar Forceps |
|------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Classification Name: | Electrosurgical Cutting & Coagulation Device and<br>Accessories |
| Regulation: | 21 CFR §878.4400 |
| Regulatory Class: | Class II |
| Device Panel: | General & Plastic Surgery |
| Product Classification Code: | GEI |
#### lll. PREDICATE DEVICE
| A) Predicate 1: Irrigating forceps. | |
|----------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Predicate Manufacturer: | Synergetics, Inc. |
| Predicate Trade Name: | Synergetics Disposable Single Use Dual Irrigating Standard<br>Bipolar Forceps |
| Predicate 510(k): | K110924 |
| B) Predicate 2: Non-irrigating forceps | |
| Predicate Manufacturer: | Sutter Medizintechnik GmbH |
| Predicate Trade Name: | Sutter Swyng® Nonstick Bipolar Forceps- Single Use |
| Predicate 510(k): | K193587 |
No reference devices were used in this submission.
#### DEVICE DESCRIPTION IV.
HG Innovations Ltd.'s electrical surgical instruments encompass a wide variety of instruments that are widely used in the medical industry. Electrosurgical forceps and electrodes have been used in surgery for many years. The single-use, non-stick bipolar forceps and non-stick bipolar irrigating forceps (various sizes and tip configurations), with preattached cables are designed to grasp, manipulate, coagulate and irrigate soft
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tissues and are intended for use by a physician familiar with electrosurgery in bipolar coagulation for general open surgery where coagulation of soft tissue is needed. The blood vessel or tissue is grasped between the forceps tines, each of which acts as an electrode, and current passes to desiccate and coagulate the tissue. Bipolar forceps are connected through a suitable bipolar cable with the bipolar output of an electrosurgical generator. Bipolar forceps must only be used with bipolar coaqulation current. The bipolar forceps must be operated with the following parameters:
-Frequency range between 300 kHz-1,000 kHZ:
-Maximum generator operating voltage 600Vp.
#### V. INDICATIONS FOR USE
Heinrich single-use non-stick bipolar forceps and Heinrich single-use non-stick irrigating bipolar forceps are intended for use by a physician familiar with electrosurgery for bipolar coagulation and irrigation of tissue for general open surgery where coagulation of soft tissue is needed. Heinrich single-use non-stick bipolar forceps and Heinrich singleuse non-stick irrigating bipolar forceps must be operated within the following parameters: -Frequency range between 300 kHz-1,000 kHZ; -Maximum generator operating voltage 600Vp.
Heinrich Single-use non-stick bipolar forceps and Heinrich single-use non-stick irrigating bipolar forceps have not been shown to be effective for tubal sterilization or tubal coagulation for sterilization procedures and should not be used for these procedures. The types of surgery intended include:
-ENT
- -Gynecology
- -Urology
- -General Surgery
- -Neurosurgery
- -Laryngeal Surgery
- -Orthopedic Surgery
- -Thoracic Surgery
Heinrich Single-use non-stick bipolar forceps and Heinrich single-use non-stick irrigating bipolar forceps are connected through a suitable bipolar cable with the bipolar output of an electrosurgical generator. Heinrich single-use non-stick bipolar forceps and Heinrich single-use non-stick irrigating bipolar forceps must only be used with a bipolar coagulation current.
HG Innovations, as a manufacturer, does not recommend a specific procedure.
Use of bipolar techniques may be desirable in order to avoid unwanted tissue damage for surgical procedures where HF current could flow through relatively small crosssectional area of body.
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#### COMPARISON OF TECHNOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS WITH THE VI. PREDICATE DEVICE & PERFORMANCE DATA
Table 1: Comparison of subject device, Heinrich Single Use Non-Stick Irrigating Bipolar Forceps with Cable with predicate device, Synergetics Disposable Single Use Dual Irrigating Standard Bipolar Forceps- K110924
| Irrigating Standard Bipolar Forceps- K110924 | | | |
|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Feature | Subject Device | Predicate Device | Justification For<br>Differences |
| | Heinrich Single Use<br>Non-Stick Irrigating<br>Bipolar Forceps with<br>Cable<br>(one model with<br>different sizes) | Synergetics<br>Disposable Single<br>Use Dual Irrigating<br>Standard Bipolar<br>Forceps K110924 | |
| Manufacturer | HG Innovations Ltd. | Synergetics, Inc | ------- |
| Regulation | 878.4400 | 878.4400 | Same |
| Classification 21 | Class II | Class II | Same |
| Product Code | GEI | GEI | Same |
| Device Description | The Heinrich single-<br>use, non-stick<br>irrigating bipolar<br>forceps (various<br>sizes), with<br>preattached cables<br>are designed to<br>grasp, manipulate,<br>coagulate and irrigate<br>soft tissues and are<br>intended for use by a<br>physician familiar with<br>electrosurgery in<br>bipolar coagulation<br>for general open<br>surgery where<br>coagulation of soft<br>tissue is needed. The<br>blood vessel or tissue<br>is grasped between<br>the forceps tines,<br>each of which acts as<br>an electrode, and<br>current passes to<br>desiccate and<br>coagulate the tissue.<br>Bipolar forceps are<br>connected through a<br>suitable bipolar cable<br>with the bipolar output<br>of an electrosurgical<br>generator. Bipolar | The SynergeticsTm<br>Disposable<br>Spetzlefrm Malis®<br>Standard Bipolar<br>Forceps are sterile<br>single use devices<br>for use in<br>electrosurgery. The<br>forceps are a<br>bayonet style and<br>include a cord at the<br>proximal end which<br>allows for<br>connection to a<br>Malis bipolar<br>electrosurgical<br>generator. | Similar |
| | forceps must only be<br>used with bipolar<br>coagulation current. | | |
| Indications for use | Heinrich single-use<br>non-stick irrigating<br>bipolar forceps are<br>intended for use by<br>a physician familiar<br>with electrosurgery<br>for bipolar<br>coagulation and<br>irrigation of tissue<br>for general open<br>surgery where<br>coagulation of soft<br>tissue is needed.<br>Heinrich single-use<br>non-stick irrigating<br>bipolar forceps<br>must be operated<br>within the following<br>parameters:<br>-Frequency range<br>between 300 kHz-<br>1,000 kHZ;<br>-Maximum<br>generator operating<br>voltage 600Vp.<br>Heinrich single-use<br>non-stick irrigating<br>bipolar forceps<br>have not been<br>shown to be<br>effective for tubal<br>sterilization or tubal<br>coagulation for<br>sterilization<br>procedures and<br>should not be used<br>for these<br>procedures. The<br>types of surgery<br>intended include: | Sterile, single use,<br>for use in<br>electrosurgery for<br>coagulation and<br>irrigation of tissue. | Same |
| -ENT<br>-Gynecology<br>-Urology<br>-General Surgery<br>-Neurosurgery<br>-Laryngeal Surgery<br>-Orthopedic<br>Surgery<br>-Thoracic Surgery | | | |
| Heinrich single-use<br>non-stick irrigating<br>bipolar forceps are<br>connected through<br>a suitable bipolar<br>cable with the<br>bipolar output of an<br>electrosurgical<br>generator. Heinrich<br>single-use non-stick<br>bipolar forceps and<br>Heinrich single-use<br>non-stick irrigating<br>bipolar forceps<br>must only be used<br>with a bipolar<br>coagulation current. | | | |
| HG Innovations, as<br>a manufacturer,<br>does not<br>recommend a<br>specific procedure. | | | |
| Use of bipolar<br>techniques may be<br>desirable in order to<br>avoid unwanted<br>tissue damage for<br>surgical procedures<br>where HF current<br>could flow through<br>relatively small<br>cross-sectional area<br>of body. | | | |
| | | | |
| For Use with | Electrosurgical<br>generators, irrigation<br>modules and<br>irrigation tubing | Electrosurgical<br>generators, irrigation<br>modules and<br>irrigation tubing | Same |
| Irrigation Tube<br>Connection | Connects to irrigation<br>port that's connected<br>to main housing | Connects to<br>irrigation port that's<br>connected to main<br>housing | Similar |
| Delivery Line to distal<br>end of forceps | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Irrigation Pipe | PVC, silicone | N/A | |
| Rx/ OTC | Rx | Rx | Same |
| Design | Bayonet | Bayonet | Same |
| Energy Source | Generator | Generator | Same |
| Single Use | Yes | Yes | Same. Disposable<br>use of subject<br>device reduces risk. |
| Electrode Type | Bipolar | Bipolar | Same |
| Tip Sizes | 0.5mm, 1mm, 1.5mm | 0.5mm, 1mm,<br>1.5mm | Range of tip sizes is<br>identical. Larger tip<br>will decrease<br>current density and<br>last longer than<br>smaller tips. |
| Lengths | 180mm, 200mm,<br>230mm | 177.8mm-228.6mm<br>** Tip and length<br>sizes obtained from<br>marketing brochure | Range of lengths is<br>similar and largely<br>overlaps with<br>predicate device. |
| Component Materials | | | |
| Forceps' Tip(s) | Silver Plated…
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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.