K090555 is an FDA 510(k) clearance for the PLEGIOX CARDIOPLEGIA HEAT EXCHANGER WITH SOFTLINE COATING, MODEL BIO-CHX 30. Classified as Heat-exchanger, Cardiopulmonary Bypass (product code DTR), Class II - Special Controls.
Submitted by Maquet Cardiopulmonary, AG (Hirrlingen, DE). The FDA issued a Cleared decision on December 23, 2009 after a review of 296 days - an extended review 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. 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.