Prosthesis, Knee, Hinged (Metal-Metal)
A hinged (metal-metal) knee prosthesis is a fully constrained knee replacement implant with a rigid hinge mechanism connecting the femoral and tibial components, used in patients requiring maximum joint stability where other prosthesis types are unsuitable. It is classified as an FDA Class 3 device under 21 CFR 888.3480, the highest risk category, and requires a Premarket Approval (PMA) application demonstrating safety and effectiveness. Product code HRZ falls under the Orthopedic medical specialty. PMAs for this device type were required to be filed by 12/26/96 per 61 FR 50710 (9/27/96). This device is an implant.
Basic Information
- Product Code
- HRZ
- Device Class
- FDA class 3
- Regulation Number
- 888.3480
- Medical Specialty
- Orthopedic
- Review Panel
- OR
- Submission Type
- 2
Device Characteristics
Definition
PMAs to be filed by 12/26/96 (61 FR 50710 (9/27/96))
FEI Numbers
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Registration Numbers
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