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The summary describes a simple, sterile acupuncture needle and makes no mention of AI or ML technology.
Yes
The device is intended to pierce the skin for the practice of acupuncture, which is a therapeutic intervention.
No
Explanation: The device description states its use is for piercing the skin in the practice of acupuncture, which is a therapeutic rather than diagnostic procedure. There is no mention of it being used to identify or analyze a disease or condition.
No
The device description explicitly states it is a sterile, single-use acupuncture needle, which is a physical hardware device.
Based on the provided text, this device is not an IVD (In Vitro Diagnostic).
Here's why:
- Intended Use: The intended use is to "pierce the skin in the practice of acupuncture." This is a physical intervention on the body, not a test performed on samples taken from the body (like blood, urine, or tissue).
- Device Description: The description confirms it's a needle for acupuncture, which is a physical therapy.
- Lack of IVD Characteristics: The text does not mention any of the typical characteristics of an IVD, such as:
- Analyzing samples (blood, urine, etc.)
- Detecting or measuring substances in samples
- Providing information for diagnosis, monitoring, or screening based on sample analysis
Therefore, the Hwa-To acupuncture needle is a medical device used for a therapeutic procedure, not an in vitro diagnostic device.
N/A
Intended Use / Indications for Use
Acupuncture needles are defined as devices intended to pierce the skin in the practice of acupuncture by qualified practitioners of acupuncture as determined by the States.
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Device Description
The subject of this 510(k) application - the Hwa-To acupuncture needle - is a sterile, single use only acupuncture needle. The Hwa-To acupuncture needle meets the general specifications and criteria for an acupuncture needle and is effective for the practice of acupuncture.
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Intended User / Care Setting
qualified practitioners of acupuncture
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Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP) - All Relevant Information
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§ 880.5580 Acupuncture needle.
(a)
Identification. An acupuncture needle is a device intended to pierce the skin in the practice of acupuncture. The device consists of a solid, stainless steel needle. The device may have a handle attached to the needle to facilitate the delivery of acupuncture treatment.(b)
Classification. Class II (special controls). The device, when it is an acupuncture point locator or a single use acupuncture needle, is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 880.9. Acupuncture needles must comply with the following special controls:(1) Labeling for single use only and conformance to the requirements for prescription devices set out in 21 CFR 801.109,
(2) Device material biocompatibility, and
(3) Device sterility.
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LHASA MEDICAL, INC.
234 Libbey Parkway, Weymouth, MA 02189 (617) 335-6484 (fax: 617-335-6296)
August 20, 1996
PRE-MARKET NOTIFICATION 510(k) SUMMARY
(As Required by 21 CFR 807.93)
Acupuncture needles are defined as devices intended to pierce the skin in the practice of acupuncture by qualified practitioners of acupuncture as determined by the States.
Acupuncture needles have been used for the general practice of acupuncture in the United States for over 30 years. Since this time, we are not aware of any serious or life threatening accidents involving acupuncture needles.
Acupuncture needles which were sold through commercial interstate distribution prior to May 28, 1976 were non-sterile, reusable acupuncture needles. Acupuncture needles which are currently being marketed through interstate distribution (ie, 1996) offer greater safety since they are sterile, single use only acupuncture needles.
The subject of this 510(k) application - the Hwa-To acupuncture needle - is a sterile, single use only acupuncture needle. The Hwa-To acupuncture needle meets the general specifications and criteria for an acupuncture needle and is effective for the practice of acupuncture.
The Hwa-To brand acupuncture needle was first manufactured in China in 1986 and has been imported and sold through interstate commerce in the USA under the FDA labeling restrictions of: "Caution: Investigational device limited by U.S. law to investigational use". Since 1986, no accidents or device failure claims have been reported as a result of using the Hwa-To brand acupuncture needle.
In conclusion, based on the information provided with this 510(k) application, the Hwa-To acupuncture needle meets the criteria for 510(k) acceptance. The Hwa-To needle is equivalent to acupuncture needles which were in commercial distribution prior to May 28, 1976. Also, the Hwa-To needle is equivalent to other acupuncture needles which are currently being sold through interstate commerce.
Kyung Rihimichi
Kyung Yoon Riihimaki, President Premarket Notification (510(k) Number):
8-20-96
Date
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