K Number
K991394
Date Cleared
1999-05-18

(27 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
874.3450
Reference & Predicate Devices
N/A
Predicate For
N/A
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Intended Use

Ossicular replacement prostheses are indicated for the function of the ossicular chain when a conductive hearing loss is present. Indications include: Chronic middle ear disease, Otosclerosis, Congenital fixation of the stapes, Secondary surgical intervention to correct for a significant and persistent conductive hearing loss from prior otologic surgery, Surgically correctible injury to the middle ear from trauma

Device Description

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AI/ML Overview

I am sorry, but based on the provided text, there is no information about acceptance criteria or a study proving the device meets acceptance criteria. The document is a 510(k) clearance letter for "Stapes Prostheses," which declares the device substantially equivalent to legally marketed predicate devices. It outlines the indications for use but does not contain details about performance studies, sample sizes, ground truth establishment, or expert involvement in such studies.

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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES

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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850

MAY 1 8 1999

Mr. Anthony D Prescott Grace Medical, Inc. 7731 Highway 70, Suite 107 Bartlett, TN 38133

Re: K991394 Trade Name: Stapes Prostheses Regulatory Class: II Product Code: 77 ETB Dated: April 20, 1999 Received: April 21, 1999

Dear Mr. Prescott:

We have reviewed your Section 510(k) notification of intent to market the device referenced above and we have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to 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). 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.

If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (Premarket Approval), it may be subject to such additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 895. A substantially equivalent determination assumes compliance with the current Good Manufacturing Practice requirements, as set forth in the Quality System Regulation (QS) for Medical Devices: General regulation (21 CFR Part 820) and that, through periodic (QS) inspections, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will verify such assumptions. Failure to comply with the GMP regulation may result in regulatory action. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register. Please note: this response to your premarket notification submission does not affect any obligation you might have under sections 531 through 542 of the Act for devices under the Electronic Product Radiation Control provisions, or other Federal laws or regulations .

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This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your 510(k) premarket notification. The FDA finding of substantial equivalence of your device to a legally marketed predicate device results in a classification for your device and thus, permits your device to proceed to the market.

If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801 and additionally 809.10 for in vitro diagnostic devices), please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4613. Additionally, for questions on. the promotion and advertising of your device, please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4639. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR 807.97). Other general information on your responsibilities under the Act may be obtained from the Division of Small Manufacturers Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 443-6597 or at its internet address "http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsmamain.html".

Sincerely yours,

ARalph Rosenthal

A. Ralph Rosenthal, M.D. Director Division of Ophthalmic Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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510(k) Number (if known):

q91394

Device Name: Stapes Prosthesis

Indications For Use

Ossicular replacement prostheses are indicated for the function of the ossicular chain when a conductive hearing loss is present. Indications include:

  • Chronic middle ear disease .
  • . Otosclerosis
  • . Congenital fixation of the stapes
  • . Secondary surgical intervention to correct for a significant and persistent conductive hearing loss from prior otologic surgery
  • . Surgically correctible injury to the middle ear from trauma

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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)

Prescription Use(Per 21 CFR 801.109)OROver-The-Counter Use(Optional Format 1-2-96)
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Division of Ophthalmic Devices

510(k) NumberK991394
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§ 874.3450 Partial ossicular replacement prosthesis.

(a)
Identification. A partial ossicular replacement prosthesis is a device intended to be implanted for the functional reconstruction of segments of the ossicular chain and facilitates the conduction of sound wave from the tympanic membrane to the inner ear. The device is made of materials such as stainless steel, tantalum, polytetrafluoroethylene, polyethylene, polytetrafluoroethylene with carbon fibers composite, absorbable gelatin material, porous polyethylene, or from a combination of these materials.(b)
Classification. Class II.