Cleared Traditional

K243213 - Self-Forming Magnet (FLEX SFM) (FDA 510(k) Clearance)

Jan 2025
Decision
118d
Days
Class 2
Risk

K243213 is an FDA 510(k) clearance for the Self-Forming Magnet (FLEX SFM). This device is classified as a Magnetic Compression Anastomosis System (Class II - Special Controls, product code SAH).

Submitted by GI Windows, Inc. (Westwood, US). The FDA issued a Cleared decision on January 29, 2025, 118 days after receiving the submission on October 3, 2024.

This device falls under the General & Plastic Surgery FDA review panel. Regulated under 21 CFR 878.4816. A Magnetic Compression Anastomosis System Is A Surgical Device Used For The Creation Of Anastomoses In Minimally Invasive And Laparoscopic Surgery In The Gastrointestinal Tract. The System Is Comprised Of Magnet Devices And May Involve A Delivery System. Compression And Necrosis Of Tissue Between Magnet Devices Is Created By Polar Attraction Of The Magnet Devices With Healing Of Tissue Around The Devices. Once The Anastomosis Is Formed, The Magnet Devices Are Expelled Naturally. This Classification Does Not Include Devices Intended For Weight Loss Or Metabolic Disease Treatment.

Submission Details

510(k) Number K243213 FDA.gov
FDA Decision Cleared Substantially Equivalent - Traditional 510(k) (SESE)
Date Received October 03, 2024
Decision Date January 29, 2025
Days to Decision 118 days
Submission Type Traditional
Review Panel General & Plastic Surgery (SU)
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Device Classification

Product Code SAH - Magnetic Compression Anastomosis System
Device Class Class II - Special Controls
CFR Regulation 21 CFR 878.4816
Definition A Magnetic Compression Anastomosis System Is A Surgical Device Used For The Creation Of Anastomoses In Minimally Invasive And Laparoscopic Surgery In The Gastrointestinal Tract. The System Is Comprised Of Magnet Devices And May Involve A Delivery System. Compression And Necrosis Of Tissue Between Magnet Devices Is Created By Polar Attraction Of The Magnet Devices With Healing Of Tissue Around The Devices. Once The Anastomosis Is Formed, The Magnet Devices Are Expelled Naturally. This Classification Does Not Include Devices Intended For Weight Loss Or Metabolic Disease Treatment