K993245 is an FDA 510(k) clearance for the CONTINOUS CARDIAC OUTPUT PULMONARY ARTERY CATHETER, MODEL TRUCATH, CONTINOUS .... Classified as Catheter, Flow Directed (product code DYG), Class II - Special Controls.
Submitted by Alba Critical Care, Ltd. (Bellshill, Lanarkshire, GB). The FDA issued a Cleared decision on October 28, 1999 after a review of 30 days - a notably fast clearance cycle.
This device falls under the Cardiovascular FDA review panel, regulated under 21 CFR 870.1240 - 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.