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Non-Coring (Huber) Needle

Page Type
Product Code
Definition
The non-coring needle (Huber) is utilized to gain access into a subcutaneous implanted intravascular infusion port but can also be used to access other non-vascular implanted devices with similar septums.
Physical State
Sterile medical grade stainless steel hollow needle which may be straight or bent at a 90 degrees, with a hub that is only compatible with other luer type devices. The needle tip angles so the bevel opening provides a clean entry into the port’s septra without damage. The hub may include; an anti-stick safety feature, integrated extension set, or luer activated valve.
Technical Method
A sterile non-coring (Huber) needle used under sterile conditions to pierce the skin above a subcutaneous implanted intravascular infusion port. Once the port is accessed, the needle is pushed through the septum into the port reservoir body that has an integrated catheter.
Target Area
Various subcutaneous locations; upper arms, chest and abdomen. Indirectly effects the central venous vascular system by facilitating the delivery of intravenous fluids, medications, contrast media and the withdrawal of blood for laboratory sampling.
Regulation Medical Specialty
General Hospital
Review Panel
General Hospital
Submission Type
510(K)
Device Classification
Class 2
Regulation Number
880.5570
GMP Exempt?
No
Summary Malfunction Reporting
Ineligible
Implanted Device
No
Life-Sustain/Support Device
No
Third Party Review
Not Third Party Eligible

CFR § 880.5570 Hypodermic single lumen needle

§ 880.5570 Hypodermic single lumen needle.

(a) Identification. A hypodermic single lumen needle is a device intended to inject fluids into, or withdraw fluids from, parts of the body below the surface of the skin. The device consists of a metal tube that is sharpened at one end and at the other end joined to a female connector (hub) designed to mate with a male connector (nozzle) of a piston syringe or an intravascular administration set.

(b) Classification. Class II (performance standards).

Non-Coring (Huber) Needle

Page Type
Product Code
Definition
The non-coring needle (Huber) is utilized to gain access into a subcutaneous implanted intravascular infusion port but can also be used to access other non-vascular implanted devices with similar septums.
Physical State
Sterile medical grade stainless steel hollow needle which may be straight or bent at a 90 degrees, with a hub that is only compatible with other luer type devices. The needle tip angles so the bevel opening provides a clean entry into the port’s septra without damage. The hub may include; an anti-stick safety feature, integrated extension set, or luer activated valve.
Technical Method
A sterile non-coring (Huber) needle used under sterile conditions to pierce the skin above a subcutaneous implanted intravascular infusion port. Once the port is accessed, the needle is pushed through the septum into the port reservoir body that has an integrated catheter.
Target Area
Various subcutaneous locations; upper arms, chest and abdomen. Indirectly effects the central venous vascular system by facilitating the delivery of intravenous fluids, medications, contrast media and the withdrawal of blood for laboratory sampling.
Regulation Medical Specialty
General Hospital
Review Panel
General Hospital
Submission Type
510(K)
Device Classification
Class 2
Regulation Number
880.5570
GMP Exempt?
No
Summary Malfunction Reporting
Ineligible
Implanted Device
No
Life-Sustain/Support Device
No
Third Party Review
Not Third Party Eligible

CFR § 880.5570 Hypodermic single lumen needle

§ 880.5570 Hypodermic single lumen needle.

(a) Identification. A hypodermic single lumen needle is a device intended to inject fluids into, or withdraw fluids from, parts of the body below the surface of the skin. The device consists of a metal tube that is sharpened at one end and at the other end joined to a female connector (hub) designed to mate with a male connector (nozzle) of a piston syringe or an intravascular administration set.

(b) Classification. Class II (performance standards).