K251279 · Olympus Medical Systems Corporation · BTG · Jun 12, 2025 · Ear, Nose, Throat
Device Facts
Record ID
K251279
Device Name
Disposable Cytology Brush BC-202D/203D Series
Applicant
Olympus Medical Systems Corporation
Product Code
BTG · Ear, Nose, Throat
Decision Date
Jun 12, 2025
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 874.4680
Device Class
Class 2
Indications for Use
The DISPOSABLE CYTOLOGY BRUSH BC-202D/203D Series is intended to be used to collect tissue specimens in the tracheobronchial tree in combination with a bronchoscope.
Device Story
Disposable cytology brush for endoscopic tissue/cell collection in tracheobronchial tree. Device consists of handle (ring/grip) and insertion portion (plastic tube, stainless steel wire, nylon brush, stainless steel distal tip). Operated by physician via bronchoscope channel; ring manipulation extends/retracts brush at distal tip. Rubbing brush against target area collects specimens; device then withdrawn. Facilitates cytologic examination; aids clinical diagnosis of bronchial lesions. Single-use; provided sterile.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. No clinical data presented. Testing included biocompatibility (ISO 10993-5, -10, -11, -23, USP <151>), mechanical performance (expansion/contraction, insertion/withdrawal, bending, brush strength), and sterilization/shelf-life validation (ISO 11135, ISO 11607, ASTM F1980). All tests passed specifications.
Indicated for patients requiring endoscopic collection of tissue specimens or cells from the tracheobronchial tree for cytologic examination.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A bronchoscope (flexible or rigid) and accessories is a tubular endoscopic device with any of a group of accessory devices which attach to the bronchoscope and is intended to examine or treat the larynx and tracheobronchial tree. It is typically used with a fiberoptic light source and carrier to provide illumination. The device is made of materials such as stainless steel or flexible plastic. This generic type of device includes the rigid ventilating bronchoscope, rigid nonventilating bronchoscope, nonrigid bronchoscope, laryngeal-bronchial telescope, flexible foreign body claw, bronchoscope tubing, flexible biopsy forceps, rigid biopsy curette, flexible biopsy brush, rigid biopsy forceps, flexible biopsy curette, and rigid bronchoscope aspirating tube, but excludes the fiberoptic light source and carrier.
{0}
FDA U.S. FOOD & DRUG ADMINISTRATION
June 12, 2025
Olympus Medical Systems Corporation
% Eve Smith
Regulatory Affairs Associate II
Olympus Corporation of the America
3500 Corporate Parkway
Center Valley, Pennsylvania 18034
Re: K251279
Trade/Device Name: Disposable Cytology Brush BC-202D/203D Series
Regulation Number: 21 CFR 874.4680
Regulation Name: Bronchoscope (flexible or rigid) and accessories
Regulatory Class: Class II
Product Code: BTG
Dated: April 24, 2025
Received: April 24, 2025
Dear Eve Smith:
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"
U.S. Food & Drug Administration
10903 New Hampshire Avenue
Silver Spring, MD 20993
www.fda.gov
{1}
K251279 - Eve Smith
Page 2
(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 QS regulation requires device manufacturers to review and approve changes to device design and production (21 CFR 820.30 and 21 CFR 820.70) and document changes and approvals in the device master record (21 CFR 820.181).
Please be advised that FDA's issuance of a substantial equivalence determination does not mean that FDA has made a determination that your device complies with other requirements of the Act or any Federal statutes and regulations administered by other Federal agencies. You must comply with all the Act's requirements, including, but not limited to: registration and listing (21 CFR Part 807); labeling (21 CFR Part 801); medical device reporting (reporting of medical device-related adverse events) (21 CFR Part 803) for devices or postmarketing safety reporting (21 CFR Part 4, Subpart B) for combination products (see https://www.fda.gov/combination-products/guidance-regulatory-information/postmarketing-safety-reporting-combination-products); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820) for devices or current good manufacturing practices (21 CFR Part 4, Subpart A) for combination products; and, if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR Parts 1000-1050.
All medical devices, including Class I and unclassified devices and combination product device constituent parts are required to be in compliance with the final Unique Device Identification System rule ("UDI Rule"). The UDI Rule requires, among other things, that a device bear a unique device identifier (UDI) on its label and package (21 CFR 801.20(a)) unless an exception or alternative applies (21 CFR 801.20(b)) and that the dates on the device label be formatted in accordance with 21 CFR 801.18. The UDI Rule (21 CFR 830.300(a) and 830.320(b)) also requires that certain information be submitted to the Global Unique Device Identification Database (GUDID) (21 CFR Part 830 Subpart E). For additional information on these requirements, please see the UDI System webpage at https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/device-advice-comprehensive-regulatory-assistance/unique-device-identification-system-udi-system.
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-devices/medical-device-safety/medical-device-reporting-mdr-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/medical-devices/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-devices/device-advice-comprehensive-regulatory-assistance/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).
{2}
K251279 - Eve Smith
Page 3
Sincerely,
Ethan L. Nyberg -S
Ethan Nyberg, Ph.D.
Assistant Director
DHT1C: Division of Anesthesia, Respiratory, and Sleep Devices
OHT1: Office of Ophthalmic, Anesthesia, Respiratory, ENT, and Dental Devices
Office of Product Evaluation and Quality
Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
{3}
DISPOSABLE CYTOLOGY BRUSH BC-202D/203D Series
Page 10 of 41
| Indications for Use | | |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Please type in the marketing application/submission number, if it is known. This textbox will be left blank for original applications/submissions. | | ? |
| Please provide the device trade name(s). | | ? |
| DISPOSABLE CYTOLOGY BRUSH BC-202D/203D Series | | |
| Please provide your Indications for Use below. | | ? |
| The DISPOSABLE CYTOLOGY BRUSH BC-202D/203D Series is intended to be used to collect tissue specimens in the tracheobronchial tree in combination with a bronchoscope. | | |
| Please select the types of uses (select one or both, as applicable). | ☑ Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
☐ Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C) | ? |
{4}
OLYMPUS
TRADITIONAL 510(K) NOTIFICATION
Disposable Cytology Brush BC-202D-1210/2010/3010/5010, BC-203D-2006
# 510(k) Summary
## General Information
Applicant: OLYMPUS MEDICAL SYSTEMS CORP.
2951 Ishikawa-cho, Hachioji-shi, Tokyo, Japan 192-8507
Phone: (+81) 42-642-2111
Fax: (+81) 42-642-2307
Establishment Registration Number: 8010047
Applicant Contact: Ms. Seiko Yunoki
Correspondent: Olympus Corporation of America
3500 Corporate Parkway
Center Valley, PA 18034
Date Prepared: June 10, 2025
## Device Description
Device Name: Disposable Cytology Brush BC-202D-1210/2010/3010/5010, BC-203D-2006
Generic/Common Name: Single-use Cytology Brush
Regulation Number: 874.4680
Regulatory Class: Class II
Classification Name: Bronchoscope (Flexible or Rigid) and accessories
Product Codes: BTG
Review Panel: Ear, Nose and Throat
## Predicate Device
| Device Name | 510(k) Submitter | 510(k) No. |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Single Use Cytology Brush BC-205D | Olympus Medical Systems Corporation | K190293 |
## Intended Use/Indications for Use
The DISPOSABLE CYTOLOGY BRUSH BC-202D/203D Series is intended to be used to collect tissue specimens in the tracheobronchial tree in combination with a bronchoscope.
## Device Description
The DISPOSABLE CYTOLOGY BRUSH BC-202D-1210/2010/3010/5010, BC-203D-2006 have been designed to collect specimens or cells endoscopically for cytologic examination in conjunction with bronchoscopes. The Subject Device (SD) is inserted into the bronchoscope through a biopsy valve to reach the target area, where, by rubbing the brush on the target area, specimens or cells can be collected. The Subject Device is then withdrawn from the bronchoscope channel with the collected samples.
510(k) Summary
{5}
OLYMPUS
TRADITIONAL 510(K) NOTIFICATION
Disposable Cytology Brush BC-202D-1210/2010/3010/5010, BC-203D-2006
The Subject Device consists of:
- Handle
- Insertion portion
The handle consists of a ring and a grip. The insertion portion consists of a plastic tube, stainless steel wire, nylon brush (length 6mm or 10mm, diameters 1.2 – 5 mm) and stainless steel distal tip. The grip is attached to the tube and the ring is attached to the wire. The user can move the brush at the tip of the wire back and forth by holding the grip and moving the ring back and forth. The distal tip is designed to prevent damage to the inside of the tube and/or bronchial wall.
## Comparison of Technological Characteristics
Table 1 compares the subject device to the predicate device with respect to indications for use and technological characteristics, providing detailed information regarding the basis for the determination of substantial equivalence.
Table 1. Subject and Predicate Device Comparison Table
| Feature / Characteristic | Subject Device (SD) | Predicate Device (PD) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| | Disposable Cytology Brush BC-202D-1210/2010/3010/5010, BC-203D-2006 | Olympus Single Use Cytology Brush BC-205D K190293 |
| Intended Use/Indications for Use | The DISPOSABLE CYTOLOGY BRUSH BC-202D/203D Series is intended to be used to collect tissue specimens in the tracheobronchial tree in combination with a bronchoscope. | The cytology brush has been specifically designed to collect specimens or cells endoscopically for cytologic examination in conjunction with Olympus bronchoscopes with channel φ1.7mm or larger. |
| Regulation Number | 874.4680 | 874.4680 |
| Regulation Name | Bronchoscope (flexible or rigid) and accessories | Bronchoscope (flexible or rigid) and accessories |
| Regulatory Class | Class II | Class II |
| Product Code | BTG | BTG |
| Classification Panel | Ear, Nose, & Throat | Ear, Nose, & Throat |
| Basic principle | Pulling the ring of the operating unit will retract the brush into the tube and by pushing the ring, the brush can be extended from the tube. Cells can be collected by rubbing the target area with the brush protruding from the tube. | Pulling the ring of the operating unit will retract the brush into the tube and by pushing the ring, the brush can be extended from the tube. Cells can be collected by rubbing the target area with the brush protruding from the tube. |
| Brush Diameter [mm] | BC-202D-1210 = Ø1.2
BC-202D-2010 = Ø2.0
BC-202D-3010 = Ø3.0
BC-202D-5010 = Ø5.0
BC-203D-2006 = Ø2.0 | Ø2.0 |
| Working length [mm] | 1150 | 1150 |
| Maximum insertion portion diameter [mm] | BC-202D-1210, BC-202D-2010, BC-202D-3010, BC-202D-5010 = Ø1.8 | Ø1.4 |
510(k) Summary
{6}
OLYMPUS
TRADITIONAL 510(K) NOTIFICATION
Disposable Cytology Brush BC-202D-1210/2010/3010/5010, BC-203D-2006
| Feature / Characteristic | Subject Device (SD) | Predicate Device (PD) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| | Disposable Cytology Brush BC-202D-1210/2010/3010/5010, BC-203D-2006 | Olympus Single Use Cytology Brush BC-205D K190293 |
| | BC-203D-2006 = Ø1.1 | |
| Brush length (mm) | BC-202D-1210, BC-202D-2010, BC-202D-3010, BC-202D-5010 = 10
BC-203D-2006 = 6 | 10 |
| Compatible Bronchoscope | BC-202D-1210, BC-202D-2010, BC-202D-3010, BC-202D-5010:
·Length and Model: Bronchoscopes with working length of 600mm or less
·Bronchoscopes with Channel Inner Diameter: [mm] ø2
BC-203D-2006:
·Length and Model: Bronchoscopes with working length of 600mm or less
·Bronchoscopes with Channel Inner Diameter: [mm] ø1.2 | ·Length and Model: Bronchoscopes with working length of 600mm or less
·Channel Inner Diameter [mm] ø1.7 or more |
| Techniques | Transbronchial biopsy | Transbronchial biopsy |
| Shelf-Life | Five Years | Three Years |
| Reprocessing | Single Use | Single Use |
| Sterilization Method | EO | EO |
The DISPOSABLE CYTOLOGY BRUSH BC-202D-1210/2010/3010/5010, BC-203D-2006 are substantially equivalent to the legally marketed predicate device given the similarities in intended use/indications for use and technological features with the predicate device:
- similar intended use/indications for use,
- device characteristics (design, materials, and operations) are similar or identical to the predicate device, and
- does not introduce any new or novel treatments or standard of care that differs from predicate device in commercial use.
Dimensional changes (brush diameters, brush length) were made to the Subject Devices to maximize compatibility with the paired bronchoscopes. Although these are differences between the Subject Devices and Predicate Device, Olympus conducted Non-Clinical (Bench) Performance Testing to demonstrate substantial equivalence of the subject device to the predicate device.
510(k) Summary
Page 3 of 5
{7}
OLYMPUS
TRADITIONAL 510(K) NOTIFICATION
Disposable Cytology Brush BC-202D-1210/2010/3010/5010, BC-203D-2006
# Summary of Performance Testing
The following performance testing was conducted in support of substantial equivalence determination.
## Biocompatibility Testing
Biocompatibility testing was conducted in accordance with the FDA’s Guidance for Industry and Food and Drug Administration Staff, Use of International Standard ISO 10993-1, “Biological evaluation of medical devices - Part 1: Evaluation and testing within a risk management process”. The biocompatibility testing included the following tests:
- Cytotoxicity Study using the ISO Elution method (ISO 10993-5)
- Intracutaneous Irritation Study (ISO 10993-23)
- Guinea Pig Maximization Sensitization Test (ISO 10993-10)
- Material-mediated Pyrogen Testing (USP <151>)
- Acute Systemic Toxicity Study in Mice (ISO 10993-11)
All Biocompatibility testing passed specifications, supporting Substantial Equivalence of the Subject and Predicate devices.
## Performance Testing – Bench (Non-Clinical)
Bench tests as listed below were conducted to ensure that the subject device performs as intended and demonstrates substantial equivalence.
- Expansion and Contraction of the Brush Section
- Insertion and Withdrawal of the Subject Device from the Endoscope
- Performance after Repeated Insertion and Withdrawal
- Performance after Repeated Brush Strokes (quantitative force measurement)
- Performance after Repeated Brushing (brush condition)
- Performance after Repeated Bending
- Brush Strength (Grip-Tube junction)
- Brush Strength (Tip-Brush Wire junction)
All non-clinical bench testing passed specifications, supporting Substantial Equivalence of the Subject and Predicate devices.
## Sterilization and Shelf Life Testing
The Subject Device is provided sterile to the end user. The following was performed:
- Sterilization validation per ISO 11135:2014
- Ethylene oxide residuals per ISO 10993-7:2008
510(k) Summary
{8}
OLYMPUS
TRADITIONAL 510(K) NOTIFICATION
Disposable Cytology Brush BC-202D-1210/2010/3010/5010, BC-203D-2006
Package Integrity and Product Performance testing were conducted after simulated distribution and accelerated aging for the terminally sterilized medical device per:
- ISO 11607-1:2019, ISO 11607-2:2019 and ASTM F1980-21
The shelf life testing passed specifications, supporting Substantial Equivalence of the Subject and Predicate devices.
## Conclusion
In summary, DISPOSABLE CYTOLOGY BRUSH BC-202D-1210/2010/3010/5010, BC-203D-2006 are substantially equivalent to the predicate device.
510(k) Summary
Page 5 of 5
Predicate graph will load when search results are available.
Embedding visualization will load when search results are available.
PDF viewer will load when search results are available.
Loading panels...
Select an item from Submissions
Click any panel, subpart, regulation, product code, or device to see details here.
Section Matches
Results will appear here.
Product Code Matches
Results will appear here.
Special Control Matches
Results will appear here.
Loading collections...
Loading
My Alerts
You will receive email notifications based on the filters and frequency you set for each alert.
Sort by:
Create Alert
Search Filters
Agent Token
Create a read-only bearer token for Claude, ChatGPT, or other agents that can call HTTP APIs.
Copy this now. It will not be shown again.
Connected apps
Apps you authorized through browser sign-in. Disconnecting revokes their access immediately.
Learn the FDA Browser
Two short videos show you everything — or skip straight to the written tutorial if you'd rather read. You can reopen this any time from the Tutorial button in the top bar.
Part 1 — Search, results, and everyday workflows 16 min
Part 2 — Embeddings: the galaxy map 3 min
1. Search: exact and fuzzy
Type a phrase like "coronary artery calcification" into the search box. You get two kinds of results. Exact results match the literal phrase — prefix searches work ("coronary artery calcificati") but suffix searches do not. Fuzzy results match on the meaning and intent of your phrase rather than the exact words, and are sorted by relevance score. Hover over the Exact or Fuzzy badge on any row to see exactly why it matched.
Use the checkboxes above the results to narrow: SaMD keeps only software-only devices, AI / ML keeps only devices with AI.
Exact vs. fuzzy search: what's the difference?
Exact matches on the literal phrase (prefix search works, suffix does not). Fuzzy matches on the meaning and intent of the phrase rather than the exact words. Hover over the badge on any row to see why it matched.
You search "coronary artery calcification" and want only software devices with AI. What two filters do you apply?
Narrow by SaMD (software-only devices), then narrow by AI/ML (devices with AI).
2. The results table
Scroll right in the results table. The intended use is extracted for you — no need to open the PDF. The device story gives a high-level snapshot of what the device does and how it's used. The AI Performance sub-table shows each output name, acceptance criteria, observed values, and development/test dataset descriptions — the same format Innolitics uses for regulatory strategy outputs, and the fastest high-level fingerprint of an AI device. It is AI-generated but has been very reliable in practice.
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.