MEDICAL DEVICE TECHNOLOGIES, INC.ULTRA
Device Facts
| Record ID | K962969 |
|---|---|
| Device Name | MEDICAL DEVICE TECHNOLOGIES, INC.ULTRA |
| Applicant | Medical Device Technologies, Inc. |
| Product Code | KNW · Gastroenterology, Urology |
| Decision Date | Dec 6, 1996 |
| Decision | SESE |
| Submission Type | Traditional |
| Regulation | 21 CFR 876.1075 |
| Device Class | Class 2 |
Intended Use
The Ultra™ Biopsy Device is used to obtain multiple core samples from soft tissue such as the liver, kidney, prostate, breast, and various soft tissue lesions. It is not intended for bone.
Device Story
Reusable handle gun for use with disposable biopsy needles; obtains multiple core samples from soft tissue (liver, kidney, prostate, breast, lesions). Operated by clinicians in clinical settings. Device provides mechanical actuation for needle deployment to retrieve tissue samples for diagnostic evaluation. Benefits include standardized, repeatable core biopsy collection.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only; no clinical data provided.
Technological Characteristics
Reusable mechanical handle gun; designed for use with disposable soft tissue biopsy needles (K921418). Manual operation; no electronic or software components.
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients requiring core tissue sampling from soft tissue organs including liver, kidney, prostate, breast, and soft tissue lesions. Contraindicated for bone biopsy.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A gastroenterology-urology biopsy instrument is a device used to remove, by cutting or aspiration, a specimen of tissue for microscopic examination. This generic type of device includes the biopsy punch, gastrointestinal mechanical biopsy instrument, suction biopsy instrument, gastro-urology biopsy needle and needle set, and nonelectric biopsy forceps. This section does not apply to biopsy instruments that have specialized uses in other medical specialty areas and that are covered by classification regulations in other parts of the device classification regulations.
Predicate Devices
- Pro Mag 2.2 (K914874)
- Biopsy Biopsy System (K871390)
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