K041979 is an FDA 510(k) clearance for the MPS MYOCARDIAL PROTECTION SYSTEM - MPS 2 CONSOLE, MODEL 5201260. Classified as Heat-exchanger, Cardiopulmonary Bypass (product code DTR), Class II - Special Controls.
Submitted by Quest Medical, Inc. (Allen, US). The FDA issued a Cleared decision on September 2, 2004 after a review of 41 days - a notably fast clearance cycle.
This device falls under the Cardiovascular FDA review panel, regulated under 21 CFR 870.4240 - the FDA cardiovascular device oversight 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.