21 CFR 874.5370 — Device, Antichoke, Tongs
Ear, Nose, Throat (EN) · Part 874 Subpart F—Therapeutic Devices · § 874.5370
Identification
A tongs antichoke device is a device that is intended to be used in an emergency situation to grasp and remove foreign objects that obstruct a patient's airway to prevent asphyxiation of the patient. This generic type of device includes a plastic instrument with serrated ends that is inserted into the airway in a blind manner to grasp and extract foreign objects, and a stainless steel forceps with spoon ends that is inserted under tactile guidance to grasp and extract foreign objects from the airway.
Classification Rationale
Class III.
Product Codes
| Product Code | Device Name | Class | Devices | Attributes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EWW | Device, Antichoke, Tongs | 3 | 0 |
