K052038 is an FDA 510(k) clearance for the PERIPHERAL CUTTING BALLOON SMALL MONORAIL OR OVER-THE-WIRE DELIVERY SYSTEM. Classified as Catheter, Angioplasty, Peripheral, Transluminal (product code LIT), Class II - Special Controls.
Submitted by Boston Scientific Corporation (San Diego, US). The FDA issued a Cleared decision on August 16, 2005 after a review of 19 days - a notably fast clearance cycle.
This device falls under the Cardiovascular FDA review panel, regulated under 21 CFR 870.1250 - 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.