K023777 is an FDA 510(k) clearance for the ARTHRONET BLACKLINE 2 AND 3 PIECE ARTHROSCOPIC BLADES, MODELS 123, 133, 153, .... Classified as Arthroscope (product code HRX), Class II - Special Controls.
Submitted by Arthronet Medical, Inc. (Irvine, US). The FDA issued a Cleared decision on December 11, 2002 after a review of 29 days - a notably fast clearance cycle.
This device falls under the Orthopedic FDA review panel, regulated under 21 CFR 888.1100 - 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.