K233539 · Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. · MUE · Mar 27, 2024 · Radiology
Device Facts
Record ID
K233539
Device Name
MAMMOMAT B.brilliant
Applicant
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc.
Product Code
MUE · Radiology
Decision Date
Mar 27, 2024
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 892.1715
Device Class
Class 2
Indications for Use
The digital mammography system MAMMOMAT B.brilliant is intended to be used for mammography exams, screening, diagnosis, biopsies and dual energy procedures under the supervision of medical professionals. Mammography images can be interpreted by either hard copy film or soft copy workstation. With Biopsy Option: The InSpect feature for MAMMOMAT B.brilliant with HD Biopsy options is intended to provide digital X-ray images of core biopsy specimens in order to allow rapid verification that the correct tissue has been excised with the biopsy procedure.
Device Story
Floor-mounted full-field digital mammography system; used for screening, diagnosis, biopsies, and dual-energy procedures. Inputs: X-ray radiation; outputs: digital mammography images. Features: new detector, X-ray tube with flying focal spot, updated collimator, and biopsy attachment. Operated by medical professionals in clinical settings. Includes InSpect feature for rapid verification of core biopsy specimens. System provides high-quality images for interpretation via workstation or film. Enhancements include improved patient positioning (ComfortMove), ComfortGuide display, and updated image processing algorithms running on GPU for accelerated performance. Clinical decision-making supported by high-quality diagnostic images; benefits include improved workflow, patient comfort, and rapid biopsy verification.
Clinical Evidence
Clinical image evaluation performed by 3 expert readers on 19 FFDM cases (including biopsy, PRIME, and TiCEM cases). Radiologists confirmed acceptable overall clinical image quality. Study demonstrates substantial equivalence to predicate device.
Indicated for mammography exams, screening, diagnosis, biopsies, and dual energy procedures in patients requiring mammographic imaging, performed under the supervision of medical professionals.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A full-field digital mammography system is a device intended to produce planar digital x-ray images of the entire breast. This generic type of device may include digital mammography acquisition software, full-field digital image receptor, acquisition workstation, automatic exposure control, image processing and reconstruction programs, patient and equipment supports, component parts, and accessories.
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls). The special control for the device is FDA's guidance document entitled “Class II Special Controls Guidance Document: Full-Field Digital Mammography System.”*See* § 892.1(e) for the availability of this guidance document.
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March 27, 2024
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. Denise Adams Regulatory Affairs Professional 40 Liberty Boulevard MALVERN, PA 19355
Re: K233539
Trade/Device Name: MAMMOMAT B.brilliant Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.1715 Regulation Name: Full-Field Digital Mammography System Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: MUE Dated: February 23, 2024 Received: February 23, 2024
Dear Denise Adams:
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 (the 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 available 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.
If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 898. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register.
Additional information about changes that may require a new premarket notification are provided in the FDA guidance documents entitled "Deciding When to Submit a 510(k) for a Change to an Existing Device" (https://www.fda.gov/media/99812/download) and "Deciding When to Submit a 510(k) for a Software Change to an Existing Device" (https://www.fda.gov/media/99785/download). Your device is also subject to, among other requirements, the Quality System (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820), which includes, but is not limited to, 21 CFR 820.30, Design controls; 21 CFR 820.90, Nonconforming
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Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR 807.97). For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803), please go to https://www.fda.gov/medical-device-safety/medical-device-reportingmdr-how-report-medical-device-problems.
For comprehensive regulatory information about medical devices and radiation-emitting products, including information about labeling regulations, please see Device Advice (https://www.fda.gov/medicaldevices/device-advice-comprehensive-regulatory-assistance) and CDRH Learn (https://www.fda.gov/training-and-continuing-education/cdrh-learn). Additionally, you may contact the Division of Industry and Consumer Education (DICE) to ask a question about a specific regulatory topic. See the DICE website (https://www.fda.gov/medical-device-advice-comprehensive-regulatoryassistance/contact-us-division-industry-and-consumer-education-dice) for more information or contact DICE by email (DICE@fda.hhs.gov) or phone (1-800-638-2041 or 301-796-7100).
Sincerely,
Daniel M. Krainak, Ph.D. Assistant Director DHT8C: Division of Radiological Imaging and Radiation Therapy Devices OHT8: Office of Radiological Health Office of Product Evaluation and Quality Center for Devices and Radiological Health
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# Indications for Use
Submission Number (if known)
K233539
Device Name
MAMMOMAT B.brilliant
## Indications for Use (Describe)
The digital mammography system MAMMOMAT B.brilliant is intended to be used for mammography exams, screening, diagnosis, biopsies and dual energy procedures under the supervision of medical professionals. Mammography images can be interpreted by either hard copy film or soft copy workstation.
With Biopsy Option: The InSpect feature for MAMMOMAT B.brilliant with HD Biopsy options is intended to provide digital X-ray images of core biopsy specimens in order to allow rapid verification that the correct tissue has been excised with the biopsy procedure.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
> Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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# 510(k) Summary: MAMMOMAT B.brilliant (K233539)
- Company: Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. 40 Liberty Boulevard Malvern, PA 19355
#### Date Prepared: March 27, 2024
This 510(k) summary of safety and effectiveness information is being submitted in accordance with the requirements of SMDA 1990 and 21 CFR § 807.92.
- 1. General Information: Importer / Distributor: Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. 40 Liberty Boulevard Malvern, PA 19355 Establishment Registration Number: 2240869
### Location of Manufacturing Site
Siemens Healthcare GmbH Siemensstr. 1 91301 Forchheim, Germany Establishment Registration Number: 3004977335
#### 2. Contact Person:
Denise Adams, RAC Regulatory Affairs Professional Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. 40 Liberty Boulevard Malvern, PA 19355, USA adams.denise@siemens-healthineers.com
### Alternate Contact Person:
Martin Rajchel Sr. Manager, Requlatory Affairs Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. 40 Liberty Boulevard Malvern, PA 19355, USA martin.rajchel@siemens-healthineers.com
#### 3. Device Name and Classification:
Trade Name: MAMMOMAT B.brilliant Full Field Digital, System, X-Ray Mammographic Classification Name: Classification Panel: Radiology Classification Regulation: 21 CFR § 892.1715 Device Class: Product Code: MUE
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#### 4. Legally Marketed Predicate Device
| Trade Name: | MAMMOMAT Revelation |
|----------------------------|------------------------------------------------|
| 510(k) #: | K193166 |
| Classification Name: | Full Field Digital, System, X-Ray Mammographic |
| Classification Panel: | Radiology |
| Classification Regulation: | 21 CFR §892.1715 |
| Device Class: | II |
| Product Code: | MUE |
#### 5. Device Description:
MAMMOMAT B.brilliant is a floor-mounted, full field digital mammography system for screening, diagnostic, and biopsy procedures on standing, seated, or recumbent patients.
The system consists of an examination stand with x-ray generator, a gantry with tube housing assembly, and mammography support table, including detector and an acquisition workstation with a radiation shield. The MAMMOMAT B.brilliant comes with a variety of compression plates and a biopsy attachment for diagnostic adjunct procedures.
The MAMMOMAT B.brilliant features an updated detector, a new image acquisition chain (tube, filter, collimator) and improvements to the image acquisition workflow and biopsy workflow. Adaptations have been made to the image processing due to the new image acquisition hardware and the Soft- and hardware feature improvements. Patient positioning features like a head rest have been added.
#### 6. Indications for Use:
The digital mammography system MAMMOMAT B.brilliant is intended to be used for mammography exams, screening, diagnosis, biopsies and dual energy procedures under the supervision of medical professionals. The Mammography images can be interpreted by either hard copy film or soft copy workstation.
With Biopsy Option: The InSpect feature for MAMMOMAT B.brilliant with HD Biopsy options is intended to provide digital X-ray images of core biopsy specimens in order to allow rapid verification that the correct tissue has been excised with the biopsy procedure.
#### 7. Substantial Equivalence:
The Siemens MAMMOMAT B.brilliant with VA10 is substantially equivalent to the commercially available Siemens MAMMOMAT Revelation with VC20 (K193166).
# Table 1: Comparison of the Subject to the Primary Predicate
| Attributes | Predicate device<br>MAMMOMAT<br>Revelation VC20,<br>K193166 | Subject device<br>MAMMOMAT<br>B.brilliant | Remarks |
|-----------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Indications<br>for Use | The MAMMOMAT<br>Revelation is<br>intended to be | The digital<br>mammography<br>system MAMMOMAT | Same |
| Attributes | Predicate device<br>MAMMOMAT<br>Revelation VC20,<br>K193166 | Subject device<br>MAMMOMAT<br>B.brilliant | Remarks |
| | used for<br>mammography<br>exams, screening,<br>diagnostics,<br>biopsies and dual<br>energy procedures<br>under the<br>supervision of<br>medical<br>professionals.<br>The<br>Mammography<br>images can be<br>interpreted by<br>either hard copy<br>film or soft copy<br>workstation.<br>With Biopsy<br>Option: The<br>InSpect feature for<br>MAMMOMAT<br>Revelation with HD<br>Biopsy options is<br>intended to provide<br>digital X-ray<br>images of core<br>biopsy specimens<br>in order to allow<br>rapid verification<br>that the correct<br>tissue has been<br>excised with the<br>biopsy procedure. | B.brilliant is intended<br>to be used for<br>mammography<br>exams, screening,<br>diagnosis, biopsies,<br>and dual energy<br>procedures under<br>the supervision of<br>medical<br>professionals.<br>Mammography<br>images can be<br>interpreted by<br>either hard copy film<br>or soft copy<br>workstation.<br>With Biopsy Option:<br>The InSpect feature<br>for MAMMOMAT<br>B.brilliant with HD<br>Biopsy options is<br>intended to provide<br>digital X-ray images<br>of core biopsy<br>specimens in order to<br>allow rapid<br>verification that the<br>correct tissue has<br>been excised with the<br>biopsy procedure. | |
| Product<br>Code | MUE | MUE | Same |
| | System configuration | | |
| X-ray Stand | Floor mounted X-<br>ray system | Floor mounted X-ray<br>system | Different;<br>housing design<br>changed; new Collision<br>detection zone;<br>fixed head rest and<br>ComfortGuide<br>Display added to<br>support patient |
| Attributes | Predicate device<br>MAMMOMAT<br>Revelation VC20,<br>K193166 | Subject device<br>MAMMOMAT<br>B.brilliant | Remarks |
| | | | positioning and<br>technologist |
| X-ray<br>Generator<br>kV range | 5 kW<br>23 kV to 35 kV<br>45 kV to 49 kV | 5 kW<br>23 kV to 40 kV<br>45 kV to 49 kV | Different;<br>Increased kV range for<br>FFDM |
| X-ray Tube | P49 | STTA_P49_FFS | Different;<br>increased x-ray output |
| Anode-filter<br>combinations | W / Rh (50 µm),<br>W/Ti (1.0 mm) | W / Al (1.0 mm)<br>W / Ti (1.3 mm)<br>W/Al (0.7 mm) | Different;<br>Thickness and material<br>changed. |
| Collimator | Automatic for all<br>sizes | Automatic for all sizes | Different;<br>more compact:<br>Gain more space<br>below collimator e.g.<br>for Biopsy |
| Compression<br>unit | Automatic and<br>manual operation | Automatic and<br>manual operation | Different;<br>Redesign for<br>better access to<br>emergency release |
| Object table | Carbon fiber<br>mammography<br>support system | Carbon fiber<br>mammography<br>support system | Minor;<br>Lower contour<br>adapted;<br>same material, same<br>supplier |
| Detector | LMAM2v2 | LMAM3-DS85 | Minor;<br>new generation of<br>detector; same<br>supplier, same<br>technology; |
| Detector<br>software | PEGASUS | PEGASUS | Minor;<br>new SW Revision |
| Detector<br>manufacturer | Analogic Canada | Analogic Canada | Same |
| Detector TFT | Amorphous Silicon<br>(a-Si) | Amorphous Silicon<br>(a-Si) | Same |
| Detector size | 24 cm x 30 cm | 24 cm x 30 cm | Same |
| Array size | 2816 x 3584 | 2816 x 3584 | Same |
| Pixel size | 85 µm x 85 µm | 85 µm x 85 µm | Same |
| Grid | Reciprocating 5:1<br>ratio | Reciprocating 5:1<br>ratio | Same |
| Magnification<br>table | Magnification 1.5<br>and 1.8 | Magnification 1.5 and<br>1.8 | Minor;<br>Lower contour<br>adapted;<br>same material, same supplier |
| Attributes | Predicate device<br>MAMMOMAT<br>Revelation VC20,<br>K193166 | Subject device<br>MAMMOMAT<br>B.brilliant | Remarks |
| Biopsy<br>attachment | Yes | Yes | Minor;<br>Design change and<br>Lower contour<br>adapted;<br>same material |
| Tomo-guided<br>biopsy | Yes | Yes | Different;<br>lateral biopsy optional<br>with tomo pre- and<br>postfire; |
| Monitor/<br>Display | 19" and 21" TFT<br>display | 19" and 21" TFT<br>display | Same |
| Software controlled functions | | | |
| System<br>software | VC20 | VA10 | Different;<br>Improved functionality |
| TiCEM | Dual energy<br>imaging<br>W/Ti 1,0 mm<br>HE | Dual energy<br>imaging<br>W/Ti 1,3 mm HE | Different;<br>Algorithm is the same;<br>Parameters adapted<br>due to x-ray spectra;<br>increased tmean<br>energy of the X-ray<br>spectrum |
| AEC<br>Calculation | AEC calculation | AEC calculation | Different:<br>Algorithm is the same.<br>AEC parameters<br>adjusted due to x-ray<br>spectra.<br>AEC pre-shot acquired<br>for Tomo biopsy<br>adapted |
| Operating<br>System | Windows 10 | Windows 10 | Same |
| Image<br>processing<br>algorithms | Opview | Opview | Different;<br>Same algorithms;<br>different<br>implementation (now<br>on GPU) to accelerate<br>process; state of the<br>art on GPU as higher<br>performance.<br>Parameter adjustments<br>due to new tube /x-ray<br>spectra |
| DICOM | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Attributes | Predicate device<br>ΜΑΜΜΟΜAT<br>Revelation VC20,<br>K193166 | Subject device<br>ΜΑΜΜΟΜAT<br>B.brilliant | Remarks |
| Anti Scatter<br>Grid | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Headrest<br>Face shield | Face shield<br>mounted on<br>tube head | Separate<br>stationary head<br>rest with optional<br>face shield | Different;<br>New to support patient<br>positioning;<br>Face shield material is<br>identical. |
| PRIME | yes | yes | Different;<br>Functionality same;<br>adjustments due to<br>new filter;<br>Application range<br>reduced. |
| Accessories | Compression<br>plate holders | Compression<br>holders | Different for Biopsy<br>and magnification;<br>Adapted as travel path<br>distance for<br>compression unit is<br>changed;<br>other holders are the<br>same |
| Accessories | Compression<br>plates | Compression<br>plates | same |
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### Summary of Technological Characteristics of the Subject Device as 8. compared with the Predicate Devices:
The MAMMOMAT B.brilliant is based on the same principle of operation. It features an updated detector, a new image acquisition chain (tube, filter, collimator) and improvements to the image acquisition workflow and biopsy workflow. The image processing algorithms for FFDM are identical to those of the predicate with parameter adjustments due to the new image acquisition chain.
The subject device does introduce improvements to the present features. These improvements are:
- . New software version
- Improvements to the positioning of patients with ComfortMove functionality ●
- Improvements to the Biopsy workflow ●
- . Improvements to the Contrast Enhanced Mammography
In addition, hardware changes are made compared to MAMMOMAT Revelation
- New qeneration of detector ●
- New tube with flying focal spot .
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- New and changed filter materials ●
- New AWS-PC with state-of-the art performance ●
- Improved comfort for patient due new positioning support ●
- Improvements concerning usability like a ComfortGuide Display and the . adapted lighting concept.
#### 9. Summary of Non-Clinical Tests:
The Siemens MAMMOMAT B.brilliant was tested and complies with the voluntary standards listed in the table below:
# Table 2: List of Standards
| DICOM standard | Digital Imaging and Communications in Medicine<br>Health informatics - Digital imaging and communication in<br>medicine (DICOM) including workflow and data management (ISO<br>12052); English version EN ISO 12052 / NEMA PSE3 |
|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| IEC 60601-1:2005 +<br>A1:2012<br>Edition 3.1<br>+ ANSI/AAMI ES<br>60601-1 /AMENDMENT<br>1: 2012<br>C1:2009/(R)2012 +<br>A2:2010/(R)2012 | Medical electrical equipment - Part 1: General requirements for<br>basic safety and essential performance |
| IEC 60601-1-2:2014<br>Edition 4.0 | Medical electrical equipment – Part 1-2: General requirements for<br>basic safety and essential performance - Collateral standard:<br>Electromagnetic disturbances - Requirements and tests /<br>Endorsement notice (EN 60601-1-2 Edition 4.0 / IEC 60601-1-<br>2:2014) |
| IEC 60601-1-3: 2008 +<br>A1: 2013 | Medical electrical equipment – Part 1: General requirements for<br>safety - 3rd collateral standard: General requirements for<br>radiation protection in diagnostic X-ray equipment (IEC 60601-1-<br>3:2008) |
| IEC 60601-1-6 Edition<br>3.2 2020-07 | Medical electrical equipment - Part 1-6: General requirements for<br>basic safety and essential performance - Collateral standard:<br>Usability (IEC 60601-1-2:2013) |
| IEC 60601-2-28:2017<br>Edition 3.0 | Medical electrical equipment Part 2-28: Particular requirements<br>for the basic safety and essential performance of Xray tube<br>assemblies for medical diagnosis (IEC 60601-2-28:2017) |
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| IEC 60601-2-<br>45:2011+A1:2015<br>Ed 3.1 | Medical electrical equipment Part 2-45: Particular requirements<br>for the basic safety and essential performance of mammographic<br>X-ray equipment and mammographic stereotactic devices<br>(IEC 60601-2-45:2011 + A1:2015) |
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| ISO 10993-1:2018 | Biological evaluation of medical devices - Part 1: Evaluation and<br>testing within a risk management process |
| ISO 14971:2019 | Medical devices - Application of risk management to medical<br>devices |
| IEC 60825-1:2014 | Safety of laser products - Part 1: Equipment classification and<br>requirements |
| IEC 62304:2006 +<br>A1:2015<br>Edition 1.1 | Medical device software - Software life cycle processes |
| IEC 62366-1 Edition 1.1<br>2020-06 | Medical devices - Part 1: Application of usability engineering to<br>medical devices |
| ISO 17664-2:2021 | Processing of health care products — Information to be provided<br>by the<br>medical device manufacturer for the processing of medical<br>devices —<br>Part 2: Non-critical medical devices |
In addition, the following tests were conducted:
Table 3: Summary oof non-clinical Tests
| Test | Objective | Test Method | Acceptance Criteria | Results |
|--------------------------|--------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------|---------|
| Detector characteristics | Ensure non-inferiority to predicate | As described in FDA's Class II Special Controls Guidance Document: Full-Field Digital Mammograph…
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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.