K993860 is an FDA 510(k) clearance for the CATHETER INNOVATIONS IMPLANTABLE PORT. Classified as Port & Catheter, Implanted, Subcutaneous, Intravascular (product code LJT), Class II - Special Controls.
Submitted by Catheter Innovations, Inc. (Salt Lake City, US). The FDA issued a Cleared decision on December 3, 1999 after a review of 18 days - a notably fast clearance cycle.
This device falls under the General Hospital FDA review panel, regulated under 21 CFR 880.5965 - the FDA general hospital 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.