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Cranial Electrotherapy Stimulator For Weight Management

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Product Code
Definition
A cranial electrotherapy stimulator for weight management is a battery-powered device that applies electrical current to a patient's head through electrodes placed on the skin to support weight management in conjunction with diet and exercise. Devices in this classification use a low level of electrical current that is not intended to induce a seizure.
Physical State
Rechargeable battery powered device comprising a plastic enclosure designed to be worn on the head.
Technical Method
Delivery of low-level electrical current of up to 1.0mA through two self-adhesive electrode pads placed behind each ear.
Target Area
Mastoid area behind each ear
Regulation Medical Specialty
Gastroenterology and Urology
Review Panel
Gastroenterology and Urology
Submission Type
510(K) Exempt
Device Classification
Class 1
Regulation Number
876.5984
GMP Exempt?
No
Summary Malfunction Reporting
Ineligible
Implanted Device
No
Life-Sustain/Support Device
No
Third Party Review
Not Third Party Eligible

No Linked CFR Text

Product code SFW is linked to regulation 21CFR876.5984, which does not seem to exist yet. It may be pending at the moment.

Cranial Electrotherapy Stimulator For Weight Management

Page Type
Product Code
Definition
A cranial electrotherapy stimulator for weight management is a battery-powered device that applies electrical current to a patient's head through electrodes placed on the skin to support weight management in conjunction with diet and exercise. Devices in this classification use a low level of electrical current that is not intended to induce a seizure.
Physical State
Rechargeable battery powered device comprising a plastic enclosure designed to be worn on the head.
Technical Method
Delivery of low-level electrical current of up to 1.0mA through two self-adhesive electrode pads placed behind each ear.
Target Area
Mastoid area behind each ear
Regulation Medical Specialty
Gastroenterology and Urology
Review Panel
Gastroenterology and Urology
Submission Type
510(K) Exempt
Device Classification
Class 1
Regulation Number
876.5984
GMP Exempt?
No
Summary Malfunction Reporting
Ineligible
Implanted Device
No
Life-Sustain/Support Device
No
Third Party Review
Not Third Party Eligible

No Linked CFR Text

Product code SFW is linked to regulation 21CFR876.5984, which does not seem to exist yet. It may be pending at the moment.