Suture, Knot, Mechanical
The Mechanical Knot Suture is a surgical device used for the approximation and/or ligation of soft tissue during surgical procedures, providing an alternative to hand-tied surgical knots. The mechanical knotting mechanism facilitates consistent, secure closure of tissue. It is an FDA Class 2 implant regulated under 21 CFR 878.4300 in the General and Plastic Surgery specialty, with product code NVH, requiring 510(k) clearance. The implant flag is set reflecting its placement within tissue during surgery. It does not carry life-sustaining support designation.
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Basic Information
- Product Code
- NVH
- Device Class
- FDA class 2
- Regulation Number
- 878.4300
- Medical Specialty
- General, Plastic Surgery
- Review Panel
- SU
- Submission Type
- 1
Device Characteristics
Definition
In approximation and/or ligation of soft tissue
510(k) Clearance History
Related 510(k) Clearances
This FDA classification is associated with 1 510(k) clearance via K numbers.
| K Number | Device Name | Decision Date | Decision | Applicant |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K051488 | MEDICINELODGE ZIPKNOT | Jul 27, 2005 | Substantially Equivalent | Medicinelodge, Inc. |