K010718 is an FDA 510(k) clearance for the FLEXI-SITE SP02 EAR SENSOR. Classified as Oximeter, Ear (product code DPZ), Class II - Special Controls.
Submitted by Epic Medical Equipment Services, Inc. (Plano, US). The FDA issued a Cleared decision on March 23, 2001 after a review of 11 days - a notably fast clearance cycle.
This device falls under the Anesthesiology FDA review panel, regulated under 21 CFR 870.2710 - the FDA anesthesiology and respiratory device 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.