K010664 is an FDA 510(k) clearance for the COPELAND RESURFACING HUMERAL HEADS. Classified as Prosthesis, Shoulder, Hemi-, Humeral, Metallic Uncemented (product code HSD), Class II - Special Controls.
Submitted by Biomet Manufacturing, Inc. (Warsaw, US). The FDA issued a Cleared decision on April 5, 2001 after a review of 30 days - a notably fast clearance cycle.
This device falls under the Orthopedic FDA review panel, regulated under 21 CFR 888.3690 - the FDA orthopedic device regulatory framework. As a Special 510(k), this submission covers a manufacturer modification to an existing cleared device rather than a new device introduction.
Device pattern: Iterative device modification. Low regulatory complexity profile. This Special 510(k) clearance confirms that the manufacturer's modifications remained within the established regulatory envelope of the original cleared device.