K073398 is an FDA 510(k) clearance for the MICROLIFE WRIST WATCH BLOOD PRESSURE MONITOR, MODEL BP3MK1-3 (BP W100). Classified as System, Measurement, Blood-pressure, Non-invasive (product code DXN), Class II - Special Controls.
Submitted by Microlife Corp. (Great Neck, US). The FDA issued a Cleared decision on December 20, 2007 after a review of 17 days - a notably fast clearance cycle.
This device falls under the Cardiovascular FDA review panel, regulated under 21 CFR 870.1130 - 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.