K051096 is an FDA 510(k) clearance for the APEEL CS PLUS CATHETER DELIVERY SYSTEM, MODELS 407579, 407580, 407581, 407582. Classified as Introducer, Catheter (product code DYB), Class II - Special Controls.
Submitted by St. Jude Medical, Daig Division, Inc. (Minnetonka, US). The FDA issued a Cleared decision on May 17, 2005 after a review of 18 days - a notably fast clearance cycle.
This device falls under the Cardiovascular FDA review panel, regulated under 21 CFR 870.1340 - 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.