K240178 · Zimmer Medizinsysteme GmbH · PBX · Jul 15, 2024 · General, Plastic Surgery
Device Facts
Record ID
K240178
Device Name
RFG-01
Applicant
Zimmer Medizinsysteme GmbH
Product Code
PBX · General, Plastic Surgery
Decision Date
Jul 15, 2024
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 878.4400
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
The RFG-01 is intended to: - provide topical heating for the purpose of elevating tissue temperature for the treatment of selected medical conditions such as temporary relief of pain, muscle spasms, and increase in local circulation. - provide, with a massage device, a temporary reduction in the appearance of cellulite.
Device Story
RFG-01 is a mobile, standalone electrosurgical device featuring a console, color touchscreen, and three resistive (bipolar) RF handpieces (small, medium, large). Device delivers RF energy to subcutaneous tissue to elevate temperature up to 45°C; medium and large handpieces incorporate vacuum functionality for deeper heat application. Operated by clinicians in a professional setting; handpieces require contact lotion for heat transfer. LEDs on handpieces indicate coupling and temperature status. Output parameters are managed via touchscreen. Device provides therapeutic heating for pain relief, muscle spasms, and circulation, and aids in cellulite reduction. Benefits include non-invasive tissue heating and controlled thermal delivery to target areas.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Performance data includes RF power accuracy, vacuum pressure accuracy, thermal effect on skin testing, and usability/risk management assessments. Biocompatibility testing was performed per ISO 10993 standards. No clinical data provided.
Technological Characteristics
Class I Type BF medical electrical equipment. Materials are biocompatible. Energy source: RF waves (1, 2, 4 MHz) and vacuum (up to 300mmHg). Form factor: mobile console with four wheels, touchscreen interface, and three handpieces. Connectivity: standalone. Software: firmware-controlled. Standards: IEC 60601-1, 60601-1-2, 60601-1-6, 60601-2-2, 62304, 62366-1; ISO 10993 series, ISO 14971.
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients requiring topical heating for temporary relief of pain, muscle spasms, and increased local circulation, or for temporary reduction in the appearance of cellulite when used with a massage device.
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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July 15, 2024
Zimmer MedizinSysteme GmbH % Scott Blood Principal Consultant QARA Consulting 151 Gleasondale Road Stow, Massachusetts 01775
Re: K240178
Trade/Device Name: RFG-01 Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.4400 Regulation Name: Electrosurgical Cutting And Coagulation Device And Accessories Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: PBX Dated: January 19, 2024 Received: January 23, 2024
Dear Scott Blood:
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 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/cdrb/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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(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 product; and 21 CFR 820.100, Corrective and preventive action. Please note that regardless of whether a change requires premarket review. the OS regulation requires device manufacturers to review and approve changes to device design and production (21 CFR 820.70) and document changes and approvals in the device master record (21 CFR 820.181).
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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 mediation-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,
Long H. Chen -S Digitally signed by Long H. Chen -S
Date: 2024.07.15 11:02:03 -04'00'
Long Chen, Ph.D. Assistant Director DHT4A: Division of General Surgery Devices OHT4: Office of Surgical and Infection Control Devices Office of Product Evaluation and Quality
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### Indications for Use
| Submission Number (if known) | K240178 | | |
|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Device Name | RFG-01 | | |
| Indications for Use (Describe) | The RFG-01 is intended to:<br>- provide topical heating for the purpose of elevating tissue temperature for the treatment of<br>selected medical conditions such as temporary relief of pain, muscle spasms, and increase in local<br>circulation.<br>- provide, with a massage device, a temporary reduction in the appearance of cellulite. | | |
| Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable) | <table><tr><td><input checked="checked" type="checkbox"/> Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)</td><td><input type="checkbox"/> Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)</td></tr></table> | <input checked="checked" type="checkbox"/> Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) | <input type="checkbox"/> Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C) |
| <input checked="checked" type="checkbox"/> Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) | <input type="checkbox"/> Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C) | | |
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## 510(k) Summary RFG-01 K240178
### 1. Basic Information-Submitter:
| 510(k) Owner: | Zimmer MedizinSysteme GmbH<br>Junkersstrasse 9<br>89231 Neu-Ulm<br>Germany<br>Establishment Registration: 8010720 |
|------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| | Ms. Ute Killet<br>Manager Regulatory Affairs<br>Phone: +49-7319761-216<br>Fax: +49-731-9761-118<br>E-Mail: u.killet@zimmer.de |
| Official Contact: | Mr. Scott Blood<br>Principal Consultant<br>Phone: 978.729.5978<br>Fax: +49-731-9761-118<br>E-mail: scottqara@gmail.com |
| Date Summary Prepared: | January 19, 2024 |
2. Device Name:
| Trade Name: | RFG-01 |
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| Common Name: | Electrosurgical cutting and coagulation accessories |
Classification Name: Regulation Number: Product Code: Classification:
#### 3. Predicate Device: Company Name:
Reference Device: Company Name:
n device and Massager, Vacuum, Radio Frequency Induced Heat 21 CFR 878.4400 PBX Class II
NuEra Tight RF Family - K200359 Bios s.r.l.
Venus Legacy Pro Device – K191528 Venus Concept USA Inc.
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#### 4. Device Description:
The RFG-01 is a mobile standalone equipment with four wheels and consists of a console (main unit), a color display with touch operation and three handpieces (small, medium, and large).
The device develops localized heat to warm the subcutaneous tissue by means of radio frequency energy, delivered through electrodes in contact with the patient. The purpose of the treatment based on the radiofrequency system is to raise the temperature inside the tissues up to maximum of 45°C. Therefore, depending on the treatment and intended use, different parts of the body can be treated. The devices use RF electrodes of the resistive (or bipolar) types. Resistive RF electrodes have different sizes and plug into an RF handpiece that provides connection to the RF generator (through the electrode connectors). Handpieces of different shapes are available to facilitate use by the operator on different body parts. The use of different sizes allows efficient and effective treatment of various parts of the body. Two of the three handpieces can be used with or without vacuum, allowing an even deeper application of heat. The handpieces are to be used with a small amount of contact lotion, the purpose of which is to assist in heat transfer. The LEDs on every handpiece indicate the coupling and the correct temperature range during the treatment. The color touchscreen displays all treatment-related parameters.
#### 5. Indications for Use Statement:
The RFG-01 is intended for:
- · to provide topical heating for the purpose of elevating tissue temperature for the treatment of selected medical conditions such as temporary relief of pain, muscle spasms, and increase in local circulation.
- · to provide, with a massage device, a temporary reduction in the appearance of cellulite.
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| | SUBJECT DEVICE | PREDICATE DEVICE | REFERENCE DEVICE |
|-----------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| | Zimmer MedizinSysteme | Bios s.r.l. | Venus Concept USA Inc. |
| ATTRIBUTE | GmbH | | |
| | RFG-01 | NuEra Tight RF Family | Venus Legacy Pro Device |
| | This Submission | K200359 | K191528 |
| Product Code<br>and<br>Regulation | General & Plastic Surgery<br>21 CFR 878.4400<br>PBX - Massager, Vacuum,<br>Radio Frequency Induced<br>Heat | General & Plastic<br>Surgery<br>21 CFR 878.4400<br>PBX - Massager,<br>Vacuum, Radio<br>Frequency Induced<br>Heat | General & Plastic Surgery<br>21 CFR 878.4400<br>GEI - Electrosurgical,<br>Cutting & Coagulation &<br>Accessories<br>PBX - Massager, Vacuum,<br>Radio Frequency Induced<br>Heat |
| Indications for<br>Use | The RFG-01 is intended<br>for:<br>- to provide topical heating<br>for the purpose of<br>elevating tissue<br>temperature for the<br>treatment of selected<br>medical conditions such as<br>temporary relief of pain,<br>muscle spasms, and<br>increase in local<br>circulation.<br>- to provide, with a<br>massage device, a<br>temporary reduction in the<br>appearance of cellulite. | The NuEra Tight FR<br>Family is intended for:<br>- to provide topical<br>heating for the purpose<br>of elevating tissue<br>temperature for the<br>treatment of selected<br>medical conditions such<br>as temporary relief of<br>pain, muscle spasms,<br>and increase in local<br>circulation.<br>- to provide, with a<br>massage device, a<br>temporary reduction in the<br>appearance of<br>cellulite. | When used with the<br>Octipolar (LB1) or<br>Diamondpolar (LF1)<br>applicators, the Venus<br>Legacy Pro device is<br>intended for use in<br>dermatologic and general<br>surgical procedures for<br>females for the non-<br>invasive treatment of<br>moderate to severe facial<br>wrinkles and rhytides in<br>Fitzpatrick skin types I-IV.<br><br>When used with the 4D<br>Body (LB2) or 4D Face<br>(LF2) applicators, the<br>Venus Legacy Pro device<br>is intended for the delivery<br>of non-thermal RF<br>combined with Massage<br>and magnetic field pulses<br>for the treatment of the<br>following medical<br>conditions:<br>• Relief of minor muscles<br>aches and pain, relief of<br>muscle spasm<br>• Temporary improvement<br>of local blood circulation<br>• Temporary reduction in<br>the appearance of cellulite |
| Technological<br>Characteristics | SUBJECT DEVICE | PREDICATE DEVICE | REFERENCE DEVICE |
| | Zimmer MedizinSysteme<br>GmbH<br>RFG-01<br>This Submission | Bios s.r.l. | Venus Concept USA Inc. |
| Principle of<br>action | Electromagnetic waves<br>penetrate in exposed tissue<br>and produce heat,<br>increasing the temperature<br>on a certain part of the body<br>for therapeutic purposes. | Electromagnetic waves<br>penetrate in exposed tissue<br>and produce heat,<br>increasing the temperature<br>on a certain part of the body<br>for therapeutic purposes. | Electromagnetic waves<br>penetrate in exposed tissue<br>and produce heat, increasing<br>the temperature on a certain<br>part of the body for<br>therapeutic purposes. |
| Clinical Use | Prescription Use | Prescription Use | Prescription Use |
| Electrical<br>Protection | Class I Type BF | Class I Type BF | unknown |
| User Interface | Touch Screen | Touch Screen | unknown |
| Firmware<br>controlled | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Type of Energy | Radiofrequency waves and<br>Vacuum | Radiofrequency waves | RF Energy<br>2. Pulsed Magnetic Field<br>(PMF)<br>3. Vacuum |
| Temperature<br>Control | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Frequency | 1 MHz, 2 MHz, 4 MHz | 470 kHz; 1 MHz; 2 MHz; 4 MHz;<br>6 MHz | 1 MHz |
| Output RF<br>Power | Small handpiece: Max 30W<br>Medium handpiece: Max<br>46W<br>Large handpiece: Max 88W | Max 250W | Maximal RF output power for<br>each applicator -<br>Octipolar (LB1),<br>Diamondpolar (LF1), 4D<br>Body (LB2) and 4D Face<br>(LF2): up to 150W |
| Power<br>Requirements | 110 - 240V ~ 50/60Hz | 100 – 240 V | 100-120 VAC / 60Hz<br>220-240 VAC / 50Hz |
| Vacuum<br>pressure<br>handpieces | Small handpiece<br>Unavailable<br><br>Medium handpiece<br>Continuous and Pulse1-3:<br>0~300mmHg<br><br>Large handpiece<br>Continuous and Pulse1:<br>0~270mmHg<br>Pule 2 and Pulse 3:<br>0~300mmHg | unavailable | -400mbar |
| Materials | Materials are biocompatible | Materials are biocompatible | Materials are biocompatible |
The Indications for Use statement of RFG-01 is identical to the predicate device NuEra Tight RF Family.
#### 6. Technological Characteristics:
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There are only a few technological differences between the subject device, the predicate and reference device. Those differences are discussed below and do not affect or raise any new types of safety or performance questions.
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The Zimmer MedizinSysteme GmbH subject device RFG-01 has the same technological characteristics as the predicate and the reference device except of the following:
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| Characteristic difference between subject device RFG-1, predicate device NuEra Tight RF Family<br>and the reference device Venus Legacy Pro Device | | |
|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Technological<br>Characteristics | Difference in Characteristics | Discussion on why this difference<br>does not affect the overall safety and<br>effectiveness of the subject device<br>when compared to the predicate<br>device and the reference device |
| Type of Energy | Subject: Radiofrequency waves<br>and Vacuum<br>Predicate: Radiofrequency waves<br>Reference:<br>1. RF Energy<br>2. Pulsed Magnetic Field (PMF)<br>3. Vacuum | The medium and large handpieces of<br>the subject device can be used with or<br>without vacuum as well as the reference<br>device. A treatment with vacuum allows<br>an even deeper application with heat. |
| Frequency | Subject: 1 MHz, 2 MHz, 4 MHz<br>Predicate: 470 kHz; 1 MHz; 2 MHz;<br>4 MHz; 6 MHz<br>Reference: 1 MHz | For the radiofrequency function, the only<br>difference is that the predicate device<br>(K200359) works at additional<br>frequencies of 470kHz and 6MHz, the<br>reference device (K191528) works only<br>at a single frequency of 1MHz. The<br>subject device works at multiple<br>frequencies as the predicate device and<br>includes the single frequency of the<br>reference device. |
| Output RF Power | Subject:<br>Small handpiece: Max 30.0W<br>Medium handpiece: Max 46W<br>Large handpiece: Max 88W<br>Predicate: 250W maximum<br>Reference: 150W maximum | Even with less power, the effectiveness<br>of treatment is guaranteed. The safety<br>of the application is even increased due<br>to less power. Since the required<br>temperature is reached even with<br>reduced power and the risk of burns due<br>to excessive temperatures is minimized. |
| Power Requirements | Subject: 110 - 220V, ~50/60Hz<br>Predicate: 100 - 240V<br>Reference:<br>100-120 VAC / 60Hz<br>220-240 VAC / 50Hz | No impact. The energy source is<br>sufficient to operate the device under<br>normal operating conditions. |
| Characteristic difference between subject device RFG-1, predicate device NuEra Tight RF Family<br>and the reference device Venus Legacy Pro Device | | |
| Technological<br>Characteristics | Difference in Characteristics | Discussion on why this difference<br>does not affect the overall safety and<br>effectiveness of the subject device<br>when compared to the predicate<br>device and the reference device |
| Vacuum pressure<br>handpieces | Subject:<br>Medium handpiece<br>Continuous and Pulse1-3:<br>0~300mmHg<br><br>Large handpiece<br>Continuous and Pulse1:<br>0~270mmHg<br>Pulse 2 and Pulse 3:<br>0~300mmHg<br><br>Predicate: unavailable<br>Reference: -400mbar | The maximum vacuum pressure of the<br>subject device and the reference device<br>is the same (400mbar = 300mmHg) |
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### 7. Performance data
The technological characteristics of the RFG-01 device has been verified based on assessments of electrical safety, performance testing, biocompatibility and usability.
The following testing has been conducted with satisfactory results:
- Usability & Risk Management: Usability and Risk Management assessments were ● done using worst-case assumptions to verify user interface, safety features and satisfactory performance.
- RF Power Accuracy ●
- Vacuum Pressure Accuracy
- Thermal Effect on Skin testing ●
The following consensus standards were used in the development of this device:
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K240178
# Zimmer MedizinSysteme
| Standards | Standards<br>Organization | Standards Title |
|-----------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| 60601-1 Edition 3.2<br>2020-08<br>CONSOLIDATED<br>VERSION | IEC | Medical electrical equipment – Part 1: General requirements for<br>basic safety and essential performance |
| 60601-1-2 Edition 4.1<br>2020-09 | IEC | Medical electrical equipment - Part 1-2: General requirements for<br>basic safety and essential performance – Collateral standard:<br>Electromagnetic disturbances – Requirements and tests |
| 60601-1-6 Edition 3.1<br>2013-10 | IEC | Medical electrical equipment - Part 1-6: General requirements for<br>basic safety and essential performance - Collateral standard:<br>Usability |
| 60601-2-2 Edition 6.0<br>2017-03 | IEC | Medical electrical equipment - Part 2-2: Particular requirements<br>for the basic safety and essential performance of high frequency<br>surgical equipment and high frequency surgical accessories |
| 62304 Edition 1.1 2015-<br>06 | IEC | Medical devices software –software life cycle processes |
| 62366-1 Edition 1.1<br>2020-06<br>CONSOLIDATED<br>VERSION | IEC | Medical devices - Part 1: Application of usability engineering to<br>medical devices |
| 10993-1 Fifth Edition<br>2018-08 | ISO | Biological evaluation of medical devices – Part 1: Evaluation and<br>testing within a risk management process |
| 10993-5 Third Edition<br>2009-06-01 | ISO | Biological evaluation of medical devices – Part 5: Tests for in vitro<br>cytotoxicity |
| 10993-10 Third Edition<br>2010-08-01 | ISO | Biological evaluation of medical devices – Part 10: Tests for<br>irritation and skin sensitization |
| 10993-18 Second Edition<br>2020-01 | ISO | Biological evaluation of medical devices – Part 18: Chemical<br>characterization of medical device materials within a risk<br>management process |
| 10993-23 Frist Edition<br>2021-01 | ISO | Biological evaluation of medical devises - Part 23: Tests for<br>irritation |
| 14971 Third Edition<br>2019-12 | ISO | Medical devices – Application of risk management to medical<br>devices |
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The following table shows a comparison of the performance testing in comparison to the predicate device and the reference device:
| Standards | SUBJECT DEVICE<br>Zimmer MedizinSysteme<br>GmbH<br>RFG-01<br>This Submission | PREDICATE DEVICE<br>Bios s.r.l.<br>NuEra Tight RF Family<br>K200359 | REFERENCE DEVICE<br>Venus Concept USA Inc.<br>Venus Legacy Pro<br>Device<br>K191528 |
|------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| ANSI/AAMI<br>ES60601-1 | X | X | X |
| IEC 60601-1-2 | X | X | X |
| IEC 60601-1-6 | X | X | X |
| IEC 60601-2-2 | X | X | X |
| IEC 62304 | X | X | X |
| IEC 62366-1 | X | unknown | unknown |
| ISO 14971 | X | unknown | unknown |
| ISO 10993-1 | X | X | unknown |
| ISO 10993-5 | X | X | unknown |
| ISO 10933-10 | X | X | unknown |
| ISO 10933-18 | X | unknown | unknown |
| ISO 10933-23 | X | unknown | unknown |
According to this comparison table all required performance tests were conducted and show substantial equivalence with the predicate device and the reference device.
### 8. Conclusion:
Zimmer MedizinSysteme GmbH has demonstrated that the RFG-01 device is substantially equivalent to the predicate device.
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Where do you find a device's intended use without opening the PDF?
Scroll right in the search results table. The intended use column is extracted for you; no need to dig into the 510(k) summary PDF.
What does the AI Performance sub-table show, and why is it useful?
Output name, acceptance criteria, observed values, development dataset description, and test dataset description. It's the same format we use for regulatory strategy output and Fast 510(k) input, and the fastest high-level fingerprint of an AI device. AI-generated but reliable in practice.
3. Judging fuzzy relevance
Fuzzy results trail off in relevance as you scroll. Use three signals to decide how far down to go: the fuzzy badge explanations, the intended use column, and whether your target output (e.g., Cobb angle) still appears in the AI Performance sub-table. Once it stops appearing, you're past the relevant zone. A top hit with a low score (~0.4) and a stretched explanation is a hint the closest predicates are far away — the project may be headed for De Novo. Note the fuzzy search is a pattern match: it doesn't handle negation ("not") well, and hardware devices can appear — filter by SaMD/AI ML to cut them.
How do you judge how far down fuzzy search results to go?
Use the relevancy signals: the fuzzy badge explanations, the intended use column, and whether the target output (e.g., Cobb angle) still appears in the AI Performance sub-table. Once it stops appearing, results are trailing off in relevancy.
4. Device detail page: chat and citations
Click a device name to open its detail page: device facts on the left, a chat window on the right. Ask something like "Describe the training data". The answer carries little citation bubbles — click one to jump to the highlighted passage in the source PDF, so you can verify every AI answer against the document. There's also a Download PDF button for sharing.
How do you verify an AI chat answer on the device detail page?
Click the citation bubbles to jump to the relevant highlight in the source document.
Reading rule for every project: how many summaries do you read in full?
At least the three most relevant 510(k) or De Novo summaries, in full. After that, use targeted chat questions to confirm your memory quickly. The tool supports this professional habit — it doesn't replace it.
5. Side-by-side comparison
Select multiple rows in the results table (aim for under ~10), then open the PDF Viewer tab. Ask one question — it goes to all selected devices in parallel, each with citations. This is the fastest way to compare and contrast devices: training data, PCCP scope, how they handled adding new scanners, and so on.
What does the side-by-side PDF viewer mode do?
Select multiple devices, open the PDF viewer tab, and ask one question (e.g., "Describe the training data"). It queries all selected devices simultaneously with citations, so you can compare and contrast quickly.
6. Collections
With rows selected, go to the Collections tab and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). Reload that selection any time — before a client call, pull up the collection and ask questions across all of its devices at once.
How do you save a set of selected devices for later use?
Select the rows, go to the Collections tab, and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). You can reload the selection anytime and carry it into the PDF viewer and other tabs that support selections.
7. Product codes and the regulations tree
Click a product code in the results to jump to it in the regulations tree — identification text, sibling product codes, and devices you can open in a PDF viewer on the right. Click a regulation number to see its identification, special controls, and related product codes. You can also search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree. Always read the special controls if any exist for your device — it broadens your search and sharpens pre-kickoff research.
What can you do from the regulations tree view?
Browse product codes and regulation numbers, read the identification text and special controls, browse sibling product codes, open device PDFs on the right, and search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree.
8. Chart view
Click Show Chart and segment by regulation number (or product code) to see which regulations dominate your result set. Clicking a regulation takes you into the regulations tree. Great for spotting that most matches are, say, hardware laparoscopic devices — a cue to go back and filter.
How do you see which regulations dominate a search result set?
Click "Show Chart" and segment by Regulation Number. Clicking a regulation takes you to the regulations tree.
9. The predicate graph
Open the Predicates tab for a family-tree view of predicate relationships. Click a node to trace its parents and children; selections from search carry over pre-selected. Commonly predicated devices are worth reading — a lot of people predicated them for a reason. The visual lineage is also handy on client calls, e.g. to show how a predicate family evolved and justify why your predicate still holds.
In the predicate graph, why are commonly predicated devices worth reading?
A lot of people predicated them for a reason. Clicking a node traces parents and children, and selections from search carry over pre-selected.
10. Embeddings: the galaxy map
The Embeddings tab plots every matching document in a 2-D "galaxy map" where semantically similar devices cluster together. Hover or click clusters to explore, and let AI label the clusters for you. Embeddings beat product codes for grouping: two devices can carry different product codes (LLZ vs. QIH) yet do the same thing — the embedding captures the meaning of the intended use and device story. This is also exactly how retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) works under the hood, and it makes a great visual on client calls.
Try it yourself
Head to the search page and work through a few of these AI/ML fuzzy searches to build intuition: perivascular fat on CT · aortic valve calcification opportunistic screening on noncontrast CT · breast cancer prediction on digital pathology slides · autism detection · gestational age prediction · a hearing aid that can also detect a pulse · foundation model based analysis of ECG · large language models · penetration test. Watch how the relevance scores, intended use, and AI Performance tables tell you when results stop being meaningful.