Controlled desaturation study at Hypoxia Lab for Somfit (K231546)
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Indications for Use
The Somfit D is a single-use, non-invasive prescription device for home use with patients suspected to have sleep-related breathing disorders. The Somfit D is a diagnostic aid for the detection of sleep-related breathing disorders, sleep staging (REM, N1, N2, N3, Wake), and snoring level. The Somfit D system acquires electrical data from three frontal electrodes, tri-axial accelerometer data, acoustical and plethysmographic data. The Somfit D calculates and reports to clinicians EEG/EOG channels, Sleep Stages, SpO2, Peripheral Arterial Tonometry signal, pulse rate, and snoring level. The Somfit D calculates and reports to clinicians derived parameters such as Peripheral Arterial Tonometry-derived Apnea Hypopnea Index, Obstructive Desaturation Index; and hypnogram-derived indices such as time in each sleep stage. Somfit D data is not intended to be used as the sole or primary basis for diagnosing any sleep-related breathing disorder, prescribing treatment, or determining whether additional diagnostic assessment is warranted. The Somfit D is not intended for use as life support equipment, for example vital signs monitoring in intensive care unit. The Somfit D is a prescription device indicated for adult patients aged 21 years and over.
Device Story
Somfit D is a wearable, single-use, battery-operated home sleep monitoring device. It attaches to the patient's forehead via a disposable electrode patch. The device records two-channel frontal EEG (Fp1, Fp2), pulse rate, SpO2, Peripheral Arterial Tonometry (PAT), motion, and snoring sounds. Data is acquired via MEMS sensors and transferred wirelessly via Bluetooth BLE to a mobile application, then uploaded to the Nexus360 cloud server for storage and analysis. Clinicians access the processed data, including sleep stages, hypnograms, pAHI, and ODI, to aid in the diagnosis of sleep-related breathing disorders. The device does not provide a diagnosis itself; it serves as a diagnostic aid. It is intended for home use under physician direction. The device benefits patients by providing a non-invasive, wearable method for collecting sleep data, facilitating clinical assessment of sleep-related breathing disorders without requiring an in-lab polysomnography study.
Clinical Evidence
No new clinical data was generated for Somfit D. Substantial equivalence relies on clinical validation data previously submitted and approved for the predicate device (K231546). This includes a controlled desaturation study (ISO 80601-2-61) for oximeter performance and a multi-site clinical study validating HSAT parameters, including pAHI, ODI, and sleep staging concordance.
Technological Characteristics
Wearable forehead-mounted device; ABS plastic housing; disposable wet electrode patch. Sensors: EEG (Fp1/Fp2), photodiode/oximeter (AFE4404), microphone, tri-axial accelerometer. Energy: 3.0V Li-MnO2 non-rechargeable battery (EVE CR2032). Connectivity: Bluetooth BLE to mobile app, cloud-based (Nexus360) analysis. Standards: IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, IEC 60601-1-11, IEC 60601-2-26, ISO 80601-2-61.
Indications for Use
Indicated for adult patients aged 21 years and over suspected of having sleep-related breathing disorders. Not for use as life support or ICU vital signs monitoring.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A breathing (ventilatory) frequency monitor is a device intended to measure or monitor a patient's respiratory rate. The device may provide an audible or visible alarm when the respiratory rate, averaged over time, is outside operator settable alarm limits. This device does not include the apnea monitor classified in § 868.2377.
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FDA U.S. FOOD & DRUG ADMINISTRATION
August 28, 2025
Compumedics Limited
% Dave Yungvirt
CEO
Third Party Review Group, LLC
25 Independence Blvd
Warren, NJ 07059
Re: K252383
Trade/Device Name: Somfit D
Regulation Number: 21 CFR 868.2375
Regulation Name: Breathing frequency monitor
Regulatory Class: Class II
Product Code: MNR, OMC
Dated: July 30, 2025
Received: July 31, 2025
Dear Dave Yungvirt:
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).
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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.
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Sincerely,
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# Patrick Antkowiak -S
for
- Jay Gupta
- Assistant Director
- DHT5A: Division of Neurosurgical, Neurointerventional, and Neurodiagnostic Devices
- OHT5: Office of Neurological and Physical Medicine Devices
- Office of Product Evaluation and Quality
- Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
Food and Drug Administration
Indications for Use
Form Approved: OMB No. 0910-0120
Expiration Date: 06/30/2023
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510(k) Number (if known)
K252383
Device Name
Somfit D
Indications for Use (Describe)
The Somfit D is a single-use, non-invasive prescription device for home use with patients suspected to have sleep-related breathing disorders. The Somfit D is a diagnostic aid for the detection of sleep-related breathing disorders, sleep staging (REM, N1, N2, N3, Wake), and snoring level. The Somfit D system acquires electrical data from three frontal electrodes, tri-axial accelerometer data, acoustical and plethysmographic data. The Somfit D calculates and reports to clinicians EEG/EOG channels, Sleep Stages, SpO2, Peripheral Arterial Tonometry signal, pulse rate, and snoring level. The Somfit D calculates and reports to clinicians derived parameters such as Peripheral Arterial Tonometry-derived Apnea Hypopnea Index, Obstructive Desaturation Index; and hypnogram-derived indices such as time in each sleep stage. Somfit D data is not intended to be used as the sole or primary basis for diagnosing any sleep-related breathing disorder, prescribing treatment, or determining whether additional diagnostic assessment is warranted. The Somfit D is not intended for use as life support equipment, for example vital signs monitoring in intensive care unit. The Somfit D is a prescription device indicated for adult patients aged 21 years and over.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
☑ Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
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COMPUMEDICS
"Defining Life's Signals"
Special 510(k) Premarket Submission
Compumedics Limited
Somfit D
# K252383 Somfit D 510(k) Summary
Device Name: Somfit D
The following 510(k) summary is being submitted in accordance with 21 CFR 807.92.
# Submission Details
## Applicant Information:
Submitter: Compumedics Limited
Address: 30-40 Flockhart Street, Abbotsford 3067, Victoria, Australia
Phone number: +61 (0) 3 8420 7300
Fax number: +61 (0) 3 8420 7399
Contact person: John Joseph
Address: 30-40 Flockhart Street, Abbotsford 3067, Victoria, Australia
Phone number: +61 (0) 3 8420 7362
Fax number: +61 (0) 3 8420 7399
Email: jjoseph@compumedics.com.au
Submission Prepared: 05th Jun 2025
## Subject Device Information:
Trade name: Somfit D
Common name: Somfit D
Product code: MNR, OMC
Classification Names: Ventilatory Effort Recorder
Panel: Anesthesiology
Device class: II
Regulation numbers: 21 CFR 868.2375
## Predicate Device Information
Trade Name: Somfit
Manufacturer: Compumedics Ltd.
510(k) number: K231546
510(k) Decision Date: 30th Nov 2023
Classification: Ventilatory Effort Recorder
Product code: MNR, OMC
Device class: II
Regulation numbers: 21 CFR 868.2375
Somfit 510k Summary
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COMPUMEDICS
Special 510(k) Premarket Submission
Compumedics Limited
Somfit D
# Device Description
The Somfit D is a home-based sleep monitoring device which records signals from the patient's forehead. Somfit D is a wearable, low voltage, battery operated device which is attached to subject forehead via a self-adhesive and disposable skin electrode patch. The electrodes are placed on the anterior Prefrontal cortex (PFC) at the Fp1 and Fp2 positions according to the 10/20 EEG system. The device allows for recording of two frontal EEG signals, pulse rate, SPO2, PAT, PPG, motion, and snore. Somfit D uses a mobile phone application to acquire data wirelessly via Bluetooth BLE technology, then transfer into a secure cloud, for management, storage and post-processing. The software reports measured parameters in a format compatible with the American Academy of Sleep Medicine guidelines, including sleep time, ODI, pAHI and conventional graphical displays such as a hypnogram.
# Intended Use / Indications For Use
The Somfit D is a non-invasive prescription device for home use with patients suspected to have sleep-related breathing disorders. The Somfit D is a diagnostic aid for the detection of sleep-related breathing disorders, sleep staging (REM, N1, N2, N3, Wake), and snoring level. The Somfit D system acquires electrical data from three frontal electrodes, tri-axial accelerometer data, acoustic and plethysmographic data. The Somfit D calculates and reports to clinicians EEG channels, Sleep Stages, SpO2, Peripheral Arterial Tonometry (PAT) signal, pulse rate, and snoring level. The Somfit D calculates and reports to clinicians derived parameters such as PAT-derived Apnea Hypopnea Index, Obstructive Desaturation Index; and hypnogram-derived indices such as time in each sleep stage. Somfit D data is not intended to be used as the sole or primary basis for diagnosing any sleep-related breathing disorder, prescribing treatment, or determining whether additional diagnostic assessment is warranted. The Somfit D is not intended for use as life support equipment, for example vital signs monitoring in intensive care unit. The Somfit D is a prescription device indicated for adult patients aged 21 years and over.
# Comparison of Intended Use
The Somfit D and Somfit have the same intended use. Both devices are prescription-only and intended for use in the patient's home environment under the direction of a physician. The Somfit D measures physiological signals from MEMS sensors including EEG, two-channel PPG, accelerometer and microphone data acquisition. These are processed to present the clinician with waveform display of EEG, PAT, SpO2, pulse rate, motion, snore sounds. The sleep staging and PAT algorithm generate and report clinically relevant data such as the hypnogram and pAHI. This is the same as Somfit. Based on over 30 years of experience designing and manufacturing sleep assessment devices, Compumedics Ltd does not believe claims should be made regarding the diagnosis of central apnea from PAT-based devices, as direct measurement of airflow is critical which is not provided by either Somfit D or Somfit.
Both Somfit D and Somfit are intended to provide the physician with data that may aid in diagnosis. They do not provide a diagnosis themselves, nor are they intended to be the sole factor in a diagnosis. The interpretation of data is reserved for suitably qualified clinicians, and both devices are marketed as prescription only and should be only used under the direction of a physician. None of the devices are intended for use in an intensive care unit, or emergency care environment. Based on the comparison of
Somfit 510k Summary
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COMPUMEDICS
Special 510(k) Premarket Submission
Compumedics Limited
Somfit D
Somfit D indications for use with Somfit, it was determined that Somfit D has the same intended use as its predicate device.
# Comparison of Technological Characteristics
The Somfit D uses the same fundamental technology and principles of operation as the Somfit. Both devices are low power battery-operated ventilatory effort recorders utilizing oximeters, tri-axial accelerometers, microphone, and PAT-based technology. Both Somfit & Somfit D are notably worn on forehead as opposed to the wrist and uses an EEG sensor to directly measure brain activity and determine sleep stage. The Somfit data is acquired using a mobile application which uploads data to the Nexus360 Web Server for automatic analysis and review by physician. Further analysis of technological characteristics is available in the Substantial Equivalence discussion. The Somfit uses the same underlying principles of operation as the Somfit, and design differences do not raise questions of safety or effectiveness.
A detailed comparison is provided through evaluation of design features such as energy source, principles of operation, materials, and user interface. Further comparison and analysis is available in Somfit D Substantial Equivalence Discussion.
| | Predicate Device Somfit (K231546) | New Device Somfit D | Comments |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Manufacturer | Compumedics Limited | Compumedics Limited | |
| Device Classification | MNR
OMC | MNR
OMC | Same as predicate device |
| FDA Classification | Class II | Class II | Same as predicate device |
| Indications for Use | The Somfit system is a non-invasive prescription device for home use with patients suspected to have sleep-related breathing disorders. The Somfit is a diagnostic aid for the detection of sleep-related breathing disorders, sleep staging (REM, N1, N2, N3, Wake), and snoring level. The Somfit system acquires electrical data from three frontal electrodes, tri-axial accelerometer data, acoustic and plethysmographic data. The Somfit calculates and reports to clinicians EEG channels, Sleep Stages, SpO2, Peripheral Arterial Tonometry | The Somfit D system is a single-use, non-invasive prescription device for home use with patients suspected to have sleep-related breathing disorders. The Somfit D is a diagnostic aid for the detection of sleep-related breathing disorders, sleep staging (REM, N1, N2, N3, Wake), and snoring level. The Somfit D system acquires electrical data from three frontal electrodes, tri-axial accelerometer data, acoustic and plethysmographic data. The Somfit calculates and reports to clinicians EEG channels, Sleep Stages, SpO2, Peripheral Arterial Tonometry | Similar, the difference being Somfit D is intended for single-use applications and is powered by a non-rechargeable battery. |
Somfit 510k Summary
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COMPUMEDICS
"Defining Life's Signals"
Special 510(k) Premarket Submission
Compumedics Limited
Somfit D
| | Peripheral Arterial Tonometry (PAT) signal, pulse rate, and snoring level. The Somfit calculates and reports to clinicians derived parameters such as PAT-derived Apnea Hypopnea Index, Obstructive Desaturation Index; and hypnogram-derived indices such as time in each sleep stage. **Somfit D** data is not intended to be used as the sole or primary basis for diagnosing any sleep-related breathing disorder, prescribing treatment, or determining whether additional diagnostic assessment is warranted. The **Somfit D** is not intended for use as life support equipment, for example vital signs monitoring in intensive care unit. The **Somfit D** is a prescription device indicated for adult patients aged 21 years and over. | (PAT) signal, pulse rate, and snoring level. The Somfit D calculates and reports to clinicians derived parameters such as PAT-derived Apnea Hypopnea Index, Obstructive Desaturation Index; and hypnogram-derived indices such as time in each sleep stage. **Somfit D** data is not intended to be used as the sole or primary basis for diagnosing any sleep-related breathing disorder, prescribing treatment, or determining whether additional diagnostic assessment is warranted. The **Somfit D** is not intended for use as life support equipment, for example vital signs monitoring in intensive care unit. The **Somfit D** is a prescription device indicated for adult patients aged 21 years and over. | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Type of Use | Prescription Use Only | Prescription Use Only | Identical |
| Patient population | Adults – 21 years and above | Adults – 21 years and above | Identical |
| Usage Environment | Home | Home | Identical |
| Mass | ≤ 15g (with battery) | ≤ 15g (with battery) | Similar |
| Dimensions | 43mm x 43 mm x 19.7 mm (device + charging cradle) | 35mm x 12.85 mm | Similar |
| Biocompatibility | Overnight use on intact skin | Overnight use on intact skin | Identical |
| Materials | Adhesive (wet) electrode ABS Plastic | Adhesive (wet) electrode ABS Plastic | Identical |
Somfit 510k Summary
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COMPUMEDICS
"Defining Life's Signals"
Special 510(k) Premarket Submission
Compumedics Limited
Somfit D
| Sold Sterile or Sterilization Required | No | No | Identical |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Energy Source | 1 x 120mAh 3.7V Li-Ion battery | 1 x 225 mAh 3.0V Li-MnO2 battery (EVE CR2032) | Similar, both are battery-powered |
| Battery Life | Hours of Use:
On standby/idle mode: 48 hours (2 days)
Recording: 16 hours continuous recording | Hours of use:
On standby/idle mode: 24 hours (1 day)
Recording: 9 hours continuous recording | Similar, slightly lower than predicate device. |
| Microprocessor or | ARM (TI) | ARM (TI) | Identical |
| Electronic Sensors | Photodiode
Oximeter front end (AFE4404)
Microphone
Accelerometer
EEG Amplification | Photodiode
Oximeter front end (AFE4404)
Microphone
Accelerometer
EEG Amplification | Identical |
| Channel | PAT
Pulse Rate
Oximetry
EEG
Snoring
Motion | PAT
Pulse Rate
Oximetry
EEG
Snoring
Motion | Identical |
| Analysis Output | pAHI
Sleep stages
Snoring Level
ODI | pAHI
Sleep stages
Snoring Level
ODI | Identical |
| Application Site | Forehead | Forehead | Identical |
| Device Visual Indicator | Green and blue LEDs on device, mobile application | Green LED on device, mobile application | Similar |
| User Control | Start/stop button on mobile application | Start/stop button on mobile application | Identical |
| Data Collection | Study data is wirelessly transferred through Bluetooth from the device to a mobile | Study data is wirelessly transferred through Bluetooth from the device to a mobile | Identical |
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COMPUMEDICS
Special 510(k) Premarket Submission
Compumedics Limited
Somfit D
| | application. Data is then uploaded to Nexus360 web server for storage and analysis. | application. Data is then uploaded to Nexus360 web server for storage and analysis. | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
Table 1: Tabular Comparison with Predicate device
# Non-Clinical Performance Data
Both the Somfit (already approved under K231546) and Somfit D have the same energy source which is low volt (<4V) battery making them identical in electrical safety and they share identical wireless systems making their EMC conditions are identical, and they have same EEG and PPG data acquisition systems making their safety and performance are identical in that aspect. Testing activities were conducted on Somfit which was already approved under K231546, applies to Somfit D which is the disposable version of Somfit that did not raise any issues of safety and effectiveness. These included:
- Electrical Safety Testing as per IEC 60601-1:2005 (Third Edition) + COR1:2006 + COR2:2007 + A1:2012
- Electromagnetic Compatibility Testing as per IEC 60601-1-2:2014, EN 60601-1-2:2015, and modification by the listed particular and collateral standards
- Home Healthcare Environmental testing as per IEC 60601-1-11:2015
- Electroencephalograph safety and performance testing as per IEC 60601-2-26:2012
- Pulse oximeter safety and performance testing as per ISO 80601-2-61:2011 including tests with functional simulator
- Hardware bench testing to verify electrical parameters and design specifications
- Software testing to verify functional requirements and system integration
Since the only difference between the Somfit and the Somfit D is the use of a non-rechargeable battery, additional verification testing—such as hardware bench testing and biocompatibility evaluation—is not required. All other components and functionalities remain unchanged. The only new verification document included in this submission is the IEC 60086-4 test report for the Somfit D's CR2032 battery, which addresses safety requirements for single use lithium batteries.
The test methods are in line with international standards where they exist, and other FDA-cleared devices where outputs have not yet been standardized.
The Somfit Hazard and Risk Analysis identifies a full range of hazards including those associated with electrical safety, electromagnetic compatibility, data quality, environmental conditions, biocompatibility, usability, software, cybersecurity, and device outputs.
# Clinical Performance
To further demonstrate the safety, effectiveness, and substantial equivalence of the Somfit D, multiple clinical studies were conducted to validate the performance of the predicate device, Somfit. These studies included clinical validation of oximeter performance, home sleep apnea testing (HSAT), pAHI (predicted
Somfit 510k Summary
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COMPUMEDICS
Special 510(k) Premarket Submission
Compumedics Limited
Somfit D
Apnea-Hypopnea Index), ODI (Oxygen Desaturation Index), and sleep staging. All validations were performed using the Somfit device, which was previously cleared under 510(k) number K231546. Since the only difference between the Somfit and the Somfit D is the non-rechargeable battery, the performance of the Somfit D is equivalent to that of the cleared Somfit device.
## Oximeter Validation – Controlled Desaturation Study
A formal controlled desaturation study was conducted in accordance with ISO 80601-2-61 at Hypoxia Lab. Full Somfit data (K231546) already submitted and approved which includes AI441 Pulse Oximeter Testing Report and AI442 Somfit Oximeter and Heart Rate Performance Evaluation in VOL_020_Performance Testing – Clinical of the predicate device, Somfit’s data acquisition system is identical to Somfit D. Based on the above statement, supporting the claim of substantial equivalence, Somfit D has the same pulse oximeter as Somfit which provides identical performance.
## Home Sleep Apnea Test Validation – Multi-Site Clinical Study
A clinical study was conducted to obtain clinical data for the purpose of the predicate device Somfit (K231546), already submitted and approved, which is equivalent to Somfit D as they have same EEG acquisition systems which measure parameters such as PAT-derived AHI (pAHI) and sleep stage concordance.
## pAHI
The predicate device Somfit’s pAHI (K231546) study was already submitted and recognized for providing meaningful validation of Somfit as an HSAT device which is identical to Somfit D.
## ODI
The predicate device Somfit’s ODI (K231546) study was already submitted and recognized for providing meaningful validation of Somfit as an HSAT device which is identical to Somfit D.
## Sleep Staging
The predicate device Somfit’s Sleep Staging (K231546) study was already submitted and recognized for providing meaningful validation of Somfit as an HSAT device which is identical to Somfit D.
## Conclusion
Compumedics Ltd. considers the Somfit D to be substantially equivalent to its predicate device the Somfit. The intended use as an HSAT device are identical. The fundamental principles of operation are the same, and where differences exist they have been discussed. There are no questions of safety and effectiveness, and substantial equivalence is supported by extensive performance testing and clinical data.
Somfit 510k Summary
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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.