Cleared Special

K260976 - NeuroBlate System (FDA 510(k) Clearance)

Class II Neurology device cleared through the Special 510(k) pathway - typically does not require clinical trials.

K260976 · Monteris Medical, · Neurology device
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Apr 2026
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K260976 is an FDA 510(k) clearance for the NeuroBlate System. Classified as Neurosurgical Laser With Mr Thermography (product code ONO), Class II - Special Controls.

Submitted by Monteris Medical, (Minnetonka, US). The FDA issued a Cleared decision on April 23, 2026 after a review of 30 days - a notably fast clearance cycle.

This device falls under the Neurology FDA review panel, regulated under 21 CFR 878.4810 - the FDA neurology 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.

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Submission Details

510(k) Number K260976 FDA.gov
FDA Decision Cleared Substantially Equivalent - Traditional 510(k) (SESE)
Date Received March 24, 2026
Decision Date April 23, 2026
Days to Decision 30 days
Submission Type Special
Review Panel Neurology (NE)
Summary Summary PDF
Third-party Review No - reviewed directly by FDA
Combination Product No
PCCP Authorized No
Regulatory Context
Review time vs. panel average
118d faster than avg
Panel avg: 148d · This submission: 30d
Pathway characteristics
Modification to existing cleared device.

Device Classification

Product Code ONO Neurosurgical Laser With Mr Thermography
Device Class Class 2 - Special Controls
CFR Regulation 21 CFR 878.4810
Definition Laser Device For Use To Necrotize Or Coagulate Soft Tissue Through Interstitial Irradition Or Thermal Therapy Under Mri Guidance And Real Time Mr Thermography In Neurosurgery.
What this classification means

Class II devices require demonstration of substantial equivalence to a legally marketed predicate device. This pathway does not require clinical trials - it relies on engineering equivalence and performance data. Most Neurology devices follow this clearance model.

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