K133569 is an FDA 510(k) clearance for the TRUE DILATATION BALLOON VALVULOPLASTY CATHETER, 20MM X 4.5 CM, 22MM X 4.5CM, .... Classified as Balloon Aortic Valvuloplasty (product code OZT), Class II - Special Controls.
Submitted by Bard Peripheral Vascular, Inc. (Sunnyvale, US). The FDA issued a Cleared decision on December 20, 2013 after a review of 30 days - a notably fast clearance cycle.
This device falls under the Cardiovascular FDA review panel, regulated under 21 CFR 870.1255 - 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.