K021919 is an FDA 510(k) clearance for the SCS CLARIS SPINAL SYSTEM,REXTENDED OMNIAXIAL CONNECTOR-,MEDIUM, MODEL CO05, S.... Classified as Appliance, Fixation, Spinal Interlaminal (product code KWP), Class II - Special Controls.
Submitted by Ortho Tec, LLC (Chesterland, US). The FDA issued a Cleared decision on July 3, 2002 after a review of 22 days - a notably fast clearance cycle.
This device falls under the Orthopedic FDA review panel, regulated under 21 CFR 888.3050 - 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.