K022958 is an FDA 510(k) clearance for the TOTAL HIP FEMORAL HEADS AND LINERS. Classified as Prosthesis, Hip, Semi-constrained, Metal/polymer, Cemented (product code JDI), Class II - Special Controls.
Submitted by Smith & Nephew, Inc. (Memphis, US). The FDA issued a Cleared decision on October 2, 2002 after a review of 26 days - a notably fast clearance cycle.
This device falls under the Orthopedic FDA review panel, regulated under 21 CFR 888.3350 - 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.
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