K093469 is an FDA 510(k) clearance for the CIAGLIA BLUE DOLPHIN BALLOON PERCUTANEOUS TRACHEOSTOMY INTRODUCER, MODEL: MUL.... Classified as Tube Tracheostomy And Tube Cuff (product code JOH), Class II - Special Controls.
Submitted by Cook, Inc. (Bloomington, US). The FDA issued a Cleared decision on January 8, 2010 after a review of 63 days - a notably fast clearance cycle.
This device falls under the Anesthesiology FDA review panel, regulated under 21 CFR 868.5800 - the FDA anesthesiology and respiratory device 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.