K090518 is an FDA 510(k) clearance for the QUART ARTERIAL FILTER WITH SOFTLINE COATING. Classified as Filter, Blood, Cardiopulmonary Bypass, Arterial Line (product code DTM), Class II - Special Controls.
Submitted by Maquet Cardiopulmonary, AG (Hirrlingen, DE). The FDA issued a Cleared decision on December 18, 2009 after a review of 295 days - an extended review cycle.
This device falls under the Cardiovascular FDA review panel, regulated under 21 CFR 870.4260 - 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. Standard predicate reliance. This Special 510(k) clearance confirms that the manufacturer's modifications remained within the established regulatory envelope of the original cleared device.