K111372 is an FDA 510(k) clearance for the TAL PALLINDROME (TM) SYMMETRIC TIP DUAL LUMEN CATHETER, MAHURKAR (R) MAXID (T.... Classified as Catheter, Hemodialysis, Implanted (product code MSD), Class II - Special Controls.
Submitted by Covidien (Mansfield, US). The FDA issued a Cleared decision on August 4, 2011 after a review of 80 days - a notably fast clearance cycle.
This device falls under the Gastroenterology & Urology FDA review panel, regulated under 21 CFR 876.5540 - the FDA gastroenterology and urology 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.