ZIPKNOT, MODEL 1017-3000

{0}------------------------------------------------ Image /page/0/Picture/1 description: The image shows the logo for the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. The logo consists of a circular seal with the words "DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES - USA" arranged around the perimeter. Inside the circle is a stylized image of an eagle with its wings spread, symbolizing the department's mission to protect and promote the health and well-being of the nation. Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850 MEDICINELODGE, Inc. % Ms. M. Mary Sinnot Principal Engineer 180 South 600 W. Logan, UT 84321 OCT - 5 2007 Re: K072525 Trade/Device Name: MedicineLodge ZipKnot™ Suture Fixation Device Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.4300 Regulation Name: Inplantable clip Regulatory Class: II Product Code: FZP Dated: August 31, 2007 Received: September 7, 2007 Dear Ms. M. Mary Sinnot: 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. If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), 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 898. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register. 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); 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. {1}------------------------------------------------ Page 2 - Ms. M. Mary Sinnot This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your Section 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), please contact the Office of Compliance at (240) 276-0115. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). You may obtain other general information on your responsibilities under the Act from the Division of Small Manufacturers, International and Consumer Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (240) 276-3150 or the Internet address http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/industry/support/index.html. Sincerely yours, Mark N. Melkerson Director DSP Dit 2010/5/07 Division of General, Restorative and Neurological Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health Enclosure {2}------------------------------------------------ ## 072525 ## Indications For Use Statement : 510(k) Number (if known): Device Name: MedicineLodge ZipKnot™ Suture Fixation Device Indications for Use: The MedicineLodge ZipKnot™ is indicated for use in approximation and/or ligation of soft tissues using USP #2 braided polyethylene surgical suture. (Division Sign-Off) Division of General, Restorative, and Neurological Devices 510(k) Number L072515 (PLEASE DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE-CONTINUE ON ANOTHER PAGE OF NEEDED) Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE) Prescription Use X (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) 5 AND/OR Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)