K172691 is an FDA 510(k) clearance for the Ultrasonic Generator. Classified as Instrument, Ultrasonic Surgical (product code LFL).
Submitted by Olympus Medical Systems Corp. (Hachioji-Shi, JP). The FDA issued a Cleared decision on October 4, 2017 after a review of 28 days - a notably fast clearance cycle.
This device falls under the General & Plastic Surgery FDA review panel. 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.