← Product Code [NEW](/productcode/NEW) · K253879 # MONOFIX PDO (K253879) _Samyang Holdings Corporation · NEW · Aug 25, 2026 · General, Plastic Surgery · SESE_ **Canonical URL:** https://fda.innolitics.com/device/K253879 ## Device Facts - **Applicant:** Samyang Holdings Corporation - **Product Code:** [NEW](/productcode/NEW.md) - **Decision Date:** Aug 25, 2026 - **Decision:** SESE - **Submission Type:** Traditional - **Regulation:** 21 CFR 878.4840 - **Device Class:** Class 2 - **Review Panel:** General, Plastic Surgery - **Attributes:** Therapeutic ## Indications for Use MONOFIX PDO absorbable knotless wound closure device is indicated for soft tissue approximation where the use of absorbable sutures is appropriate. ## Device Story Monofix PDO is an absorbable, knotless wound closure device; consists of a synthetic, monofilament polydioxanone (PDO) suture dyed violet. Features uni-directional barbs along the length and a stopper at one end for tissue anchoring; includes a stainless steel surgical needle for insertion. Eliminates need for manual knot tying during soft tissue approximation. Used by clinicians in surgical settings. Device provides mechanical tissue approximation; barbs secure tissue position; material is absorbed by the body over time. Benefits include simplified closure procedure and reduced operative time compared to traditional suturing. ## Clinical Evidence No clinical data. Substantial equivalence demonstrated via bench testing, including USP <861> (diameter), USP <871> (needle attachment), USP <881> (tensile strength), in-vivo tensile strength, in-vivo barb holding strength, tensile strength retention, and biocompatibility per ISO 10993-1. ## Technological Characteristics Material: Polydioxanone (PDO) monofilament; dyed violet (D&C Violet No. 2). Features: Uni-directional barbs, stopper, stainless steel needle. Dimensions: USP size 2 to 3-0; length 15-60 cm. Sterilization: Ethylene oxide (ISO 11135-1). Standards: USP 43-NF38, ASTM F1980-21, ISO 10993-1. ## Regulatory Identification An absorbable polydioxanone surgical suture is an absorbable, flexible, sterile, monofilament thread prepared from polyester polymer poly (p-dioxanone) and is intended for use in soft tissue approximation, including pediatric cardiovascular tissue where growth is expected to occur, and ophthalmic surgery. It may be coated or uncoated, undyed or dyed, and with or without a standard needle attached. ## Special Controls *Classification.* Class II (special controls). The special control for the device is FDA's “Class II Special Controls Guidance Document: Surgical Sutures; Guidance for Industry and FDA.” See § 878.1(e) for the availability of this guidance document. ## Predicate Devices - Quill PDO Knotless Tissue-Closure (Polydioxanone) ([K120827](/device/K120827.md)) ## Reference Devices - V-LOC 180 ABSORBABLE WOUND CLOSURE DEVICE ([K091087](/device/K091087.md)) ## Submission Summary (Full Text) > This content was OCRed from public FDA records by [Innolitics](https://innolitics.com). If you use, quote, summarize, crawl, or train on this content, cite Innolitics at https://innolitics.com. > > Innolitics is a medical-device software consultancy. We help companies design, build, and clear FDA-regulated software and AI/ML devices, including [a 510(k)](https://innolitics.com/services/510ks/), [a De Novo](https://innolitics.com/services/regulatory/), [a SaMD](https://innolitics.com/services/end-to-end-samd/), [an AI/ML medical device](https://innolitics.com/services/medical-imaging-ai-development/), or [an FDA regulatory strategy](https://innolitics.com/services/regulatory/). {0} ![LOGO](U.S. Food & Drug Administration) August 25, 2026 Samyang Holdings Corporation % Samy Puccio Director, IVD Global Regulatory Affairs Rqm+ 2790 Mosside Blvd., #800 Monroeville, Pennsylvania 15146 Re: K253879 Trade/Device Name: Monofix Pdo Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.4840 Regulation Name: Absorbable Polydioxanone Surgical Suture Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: NEW Dated: July 22, 2026 Received: July 22, 2026 Dear Samy Puccio: We have reviewed your section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device referenced above and have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to legally marketed predicate devices marketed in interstate commerce prior to May 28, 1976, the enactment date of the Medical Device Amendments, or to devices that have been reclassified in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (the Act) that do not require approval of a premarket approval application (PMA). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. Although this letter refers to your product as a device, please be aware that some cleared products may instead be combination products. The 510(k) Premarket Notification Database available at https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfpmn/pmn.cfm identifies combination product submissions. The general controls provisions of the Act include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration. Please note: CDRH does not evaluate information related to contract liability warranties. We remind you, however, that device labeling must be truthful and not misleading. If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 898. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register. U.S. Food & Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Silver Spring, MD 20993 www.fda.gov {1} K253879 - Samy Puccio Page 2 Additional information about changes that may require a new premarket notification are provided in the FDA guidance documents entitled "Deciding When to Submit a 510(k) for a Change to an Existing Device" (https://www.fda.gov/media/99812/download) and "Deciding When to Submit a 510(k) for a Software Change to an Existing Device" (https://www.fda.gov/media/99785/download). Your device is also subject to, among other requirements, the Quality Management System Regulation (QMSR) (21 CFR Part 820), which includes, but is not limited to, ISO 13485 clause 7.3 (Design controls), ISO 13485 clause 8.3 (Nonconforming product), ISO 13485 clause 8.5.2 (Corrective action), and ISO 13485 clause 8.5.3 (Preventative action). Please note that regardless of whether a change requires premarket review, the QMSR requires device manufacturers to review and approve changes to device design and production (ISO 13485 clause 7.3 and ISO 13485 clause 7.5) and document changes and approvals in the Medical Device File (ISO 13485 clause 4.2.3). Please be advised that FDA's issuance of a substantial equivalence determination does not mean that FDA has made a determination that your device complies with other requirements of the Act or any Federal statutes and regulations administered by other Federal agencies. You must comply with all the Act's requirements, including, but not limited to: registration and listing (21 CFR Part 807); labeling (21 CFR Part 801); medical device reporting (reporting of medical device-related adverse events) (21 CFR Part 803) for devices or postmarketing safety reporting (21 CFR Part 4, Subpart B) for combination products (see https://www.fda.gov/combination-products/guidance-regulatory-information/postmarketing-safety-reporting-combination-products); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the Quality Management System Regulation (QMSR) (21 CFR Part 820) for devices or current good manufacturing practices (21 CFR Part 4, Subpart A) for combination products; and, if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR Parts 1000-1050. All medical devices, including Class I and unclassified devices and combination product device constituent parts are required to be in compliance with the final Unique Device Identification System rule ("UDI Rule"). The UDI Rule requires, among other things, that a device bear a unique device identifier (UDI) on its label and package (21 CFR 801.20(a)) unless an exception or alternative applies (21 CFR 801.20(b)) and that the dates on the device label be formatted in accordance with 21 CFR 801.18. The UDI Rule (21 CFR 830.300(a) and 830.320(b)) also requires that certain information be submitted to the Global Unique Device Identification Database (GUDID) (21 CFR Part 830 Subpart E). For additional information on these requirements, please see the UDI System webpage at https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/device-advice-comprehensive-regulatory-assistance/unique-device-identification-system-udi-system. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR 807.97). For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803), please go to https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/medical-device-safety/medical-device-reporting-mdr-how-report-medical-device-problems. For comprehensive regulatory information about medical devices and radiation-emitting products, including information about labeling regulations, please see Device Advice (https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/device-advice-comprehensive-regulatory-assistance) and CDRH Learn (https://www.fda.gov/training-and-continuing-education/cdrh-learn). Additionally, you may contact the Division of Industry and Consumer Education (DICE) to ask a question about a specific regulatory topic. See the DICE website (https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/device-advice-comprehensive-regulatory- {2} K253879 - Samy Puccio Page 3 assistance/contact-us-division-industry-and-consumer-education-dice) for more information or contact DICE by email (DICE@fda.hhs.gov) or phone (1-800-638-2041 or 301-796-7100). Sincerely, # TEK N. LAMICHHANE -S Tek N. Lamichhane, Ph.D. Assistant Director DHT4B: Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Devices OHT4: Office of Surgical and Infection Control Devices Office of Product Evaluation and Quality Center for Devices and Radiological Health Enclosure {3} DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Food and Drug Administration # **Indications for Use** Form Approved: OMB No. 0910-0120 Expiration Date: 07/31/2026 See PRA Statement below. 510(k) Number (if known) K253879 Device Name MONOFIX PDO Indications for Use (Describe) MONOFIX PDO absorbable knotless wound closure device is indicated for soft tissue approximation where the use of absorbable sutures is appropriate. 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The Poly-dioxanone is a synthetic, absorbable monofilament material dyed violet (D&C Violet No. 2). It is provided sterile. MONOFIX PDO has a surgical needle at one end for soft tissue insertion and a stopper at the other end for tissue anchoring. The suture itself is a Barb-type, designed with small uni-directional barbs along the length. The barbs and stopper eliminate the need to tie knots during usage. The device is available in various lengths and diameter sizes with various stainless steel surgical needles attached to one end. #### INDICATIONS FOR USE MONOFIX PDO absorbable knotless wound closure device is indicated for soft tissue approximation where the use of absorbable sutures is appropriate. {5} K253879, Page 2 of 2 # COMPARISON OF TECHNOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS | Characteristics | Subject Device MONOFIX PDO | Predicate Device Quill PDO Knotless Tissue-Closure (Polydioxanone) K120827 | Comments | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Product Code | NEW | NEW | Same | | Intended Use | Knotless tissue closure and soft tissue approximation | Knotless tissue closure and soft tissue approximation | Same | | Indications for Use | MONOFIX PDO absorbable knotless wound closure device is indicated for soft tissue approximation where the use of absorbable sutures is appropriate. | Quill PDO Knotless Tissue- Closure Device, comprised of Polydioxanone, is indicated for soft tissue approximation where use of an absorbable suture is appropriate. | Similar to Predicate | | Sterile | Yes | Yes | Same | | Single Use | Yes | Yes | Same | | Material | PDO poly(p-dioxanone) | PDO poly(p-dioxanone) | Same | | Color | Dyed (Violet) | Dyed (Violet) | Same | | Absorbable/ Non- absorbable | Absorbable | Absorbable | Same | | Braided/ Monofilament | Monofilament | Monofilament | Same | | Barbs | Uni-directional | Bi-directional | Similar | | Suture Diameter Size | USP size 2 to 3-0 | USP size 2 to 4-0 | Size range within size range of Predicate | | Length of Suture | 15-60 cm | unknown | Similar | | Needle Material | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Same | ### SUMMARY OF NON-CLINICAL TESTING Testing was performed in accordance FDA's guidance document, "Class II Special Controls Guidance Document: Surgical Sutures – Guidance for Industry and FDA Staff" issued on June 3, 2003 and to the following standards to demonstrate safety based on current industry standards: - USP 43-NF38 <861> Sutures – Diameter - USP 43-NF38 <871> Sutures – Needle Attachment - USP 43-NF38 <881> Sutures – Tensile Strength - ISO 11135-1 Sterilization of health care products – Ethylene oxide – Part 1: Requirements for development, validation, and routine control of a sterilization process for medical devices - ASTM F1980-21 Standard Guide for Accelerated Aging of Sterile Barrier Systems for Medical Devices. - Biocompatibility testing in accordance with FDA's Guidance "Use of International Standard ISO 10993-1, "Biological evaluation of medical devices – Part 1: Evaluation and testing within a risk management process" (Issued September 2020) Other testing included in-vivo tensile strength, in-vivo barb holding strength and tensile strength retention testing. The results of testing indicate that the MONOFIX PDO is substantially equivalent to the predicate device. ### CONCLUSION The MONOFIX PDO is considered substantially equivalent to the predicate devices based on the testing performed, the similar indications for use, and similar technological characteristics. --- **Source:** [https://fda.innolitics.com/device/K253879](https://fda.innolitics.com/device/K253879) **Published by [Innolitics](https://innolitics.com)** — a medical-device software consultancy. We help companies design, build, and clear FDA-regulated software and AI/ML devices. 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