K Number
K111603
Manufacturer
Date Cleared
2012-08-23

(442 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
870.1340
Panel
CV
Reference & Predicate Devices
N/A
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP AuthorizedThirdpartyExpeditedreview
Intended Use

The EP Dynamics, Inc., LineBacker™ Transseptal Introducer is used to introduce various cardiovascular catheters into the left side of the heart through the interatrial septum.

Device Description

Not Found

AI/ML Overview

This is an FDA 510(k) clearance letter for a medical device (LineBacker Transseptal Introducer). This document does not contain the acceptance criteria or a study proving the device meets acceptance criteria.

FDA 510(k) clearance is based on demonstrating substantial equivalence to a legally marketed predicate device, not necessarily on meeting specific performance criteria through a detailed study in the same way a PMA (Premarket Approval) might require. The letter primarily confirms that the FDA has reviewed the submission and found the device substantially equivalent for its stated indications for use.

Therefore, I cannot extract the requested information from the provided text.

§ 870.1340 Catheter introducer.

(a)
Identification. A catheter introducer is a sheath used to facilitate placing a catheter through the skin into a vein or artery.(b)
Classification. Class II (performance standards).