K Number
K150717
Date Cleared
2015-10-14

(209 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
878.4493
Reference & Predicate Devices
N/A
Predicate For
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP AuthorizedThirdpartyExpeditedreview
Intended Use

MEGASORB Absorbable Polyglycolic Acid Surgical Sutures are indicated for use in soft tissue approximation, including use in ophthalmic surgery, but not for use in cardiovascular and neurological procedures.

MITSU suture is intended for use in general soft tissue approximation and/or ligation, including use in ophthalmic procedures, but not for use in cardiovascular and neurological tissues.

MITSU FST suture is indicated only for use in superficial general soft tissue approximation of the skin and mucosa, where only short term wound support (7-10 days) is required. MITSU FSTTM suture is not intended for use in ligation, ophthalmic, cardiovascular or neurological procedures.

FILAX YN sutures are indicated for use in soft tissue approximation, including use in ophthalmic procedures, but not for use in cardiovascular and neurological procedures.

FILAPRON dyed / undyed sutures are intended for use in general soft tissue approximation and/or ligation, but not for use in cardiovascular or neurological tissues, microsurgery or ophthalmic surgery.

Device Description

Not Found

AI/ML Overview

This document is a 510(k) clearance letter from the FDA for several surgical sutures. It does not contain information about acceptance criteria or a study that proves the device meets acceptance criteria. The document mainly states that the devices (MEGASORB, MITSU, MITSU FST, FILAXYN, FILAPRON) are substantially equivalent to legally marketed predicate devices and outlines their indications for use.

Therefore, I cannot provide the requested information based on the provided text.

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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002

October 14, 2015

M/s. Meril Endo Surgery Private Limited % Mr. Kevin Walls, RAC Regulatory Insight Incorporated 33 Golden Eagle Lane Littleton, Colorado 80127

Re: K150717

Trade/Device Name: MEGASORB, MITSU, MITSU FST, FILAXYN, FILAPRON Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.4493 Regulation Name: Absorbable poly(glycolide/1-lactide) surgical suture Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: GAM, NEW Dated: September 11, 2015 Received: September 14, 2015

Dear Mr. Walls:

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 (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. 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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809]); medical device reporting of medical device-related adverse events) (21 CFR 803); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820); and if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050.

If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801), please contact the Division of Industry and Consumer Education at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 796-7100 or at its Internet address

http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Resourcesfor You/Industry/default.htm. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803), please go to

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You may obtain other general information on your responsibilities under the Act from the Division of Industry and Consumer Education at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 796-7100 or at its Internet address

http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/ResourcesforYou/Industry/default.htm.

for

Sincerely yours,

David Krause -S

  • Binita S. Ashar, M.D., M.B.A., F.A.C.S. Director Division of Surgical Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
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Indications for Use

510(k) Number (if known) K150717

Device Name MEGASORB, MITSU, MITSU FST, FILAXYN, FILAPRON

Indications for Use (Describe)

MEGASORB Absorbable Polyglycolic Acid Surgical Sutures are indicated for use in soft tissue approximation, including use in ophthalmic surgery, but not for use in cardiovascular and neurological procedures.

MITSU suture is intended for use in general soft tissue approximation and/or ligation, including use in ophthalmic procedures, but not for use in cardiovascular and neurological tissues.

MITSU FST suture is indicated only for use in superficial general soft tissue approximation of the skin and mucosa, where only short term wound support (7-10 days) is required. MITSU FSTTM suture is not intended for use in ligation, ophthalmic, cardiovascular or neurological procedures.

FILAX YN sutures are indicated for use in soft tissue approximation, including use in ophthalmic procedures, but not for use in cardiovascular and neurological procedures.

FILAPRON dyed / undyed sutures are intended for use in general soft tissue approximation and/or ligation, but not for use in cardiovascular or neurological tissues, microsurgery or ophthalmic surgery.

Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
X Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)

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§ 878.4493 Absorbable poly(glycolide/l-lactide) surgical suture.

(a)
Identification. An absorbable poly(glycolide/l-lactide) surgical suture (PGL suture) is an absorbable sterile, flexible strand as prepared and synthesized from homopolymers of glycolide and copolymers made from 90 percent glycolide and 10 percent l-lactide, and is indicated for use in soft tissue approximation. A PGL suture meets United States Pharmacopeia (U.S.P.) requirements as described in the U.S.P. “Monograph for Absorbable Surgical Sutures;” it may be monofilament or multifilament (braided) in form; it may be uncoated or coated; and it may be undyed or dyed with an FDA-approved color additive. Also, the suture may be provided with or without a standard needle attached.(b)
Classification. Class II (special controls). The special control for this device is FDA's “Class II Special Controls Guidance Document: Surgical Sutures; Guidance for Industry and FDA.” See § 878.1(e) for the availability of this guidance document.