← Product Code [KXP](/submissions/OB/subpart-d%E2%80%94obstetrical-and-gynecological-prosthetic-devices/KXP) · K974479 # SILIMED VAGINAL STENT (K974479) _Silimed, LLC · KXP · Aug 5, 1998 · Obstetrics/Gynecology · SESE_ **Canonical URL:** https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/OB/subpart-d%E2%80%94obstetrical-and-gynecological-prosthetic-devices/KXP/K974479 ## Device Facts - **Applicant:** Silimed, LLC - **Product Code:** [KXP](/submissions/OB/subpart-d%E2%80%94obstetrical-and-gynecological-prosthetic-devices/KXP.md) - **Decision Date:** Aug 5, 1998 - **Decision:** SESE - **Submission Type:** Traditional - **Regulation:** 21 CFR 884.3900 - **Device Class:** Class 2 - **Review Panel:** Obstetrics/Gynecology - **Attributes:** Therapeutic ## Indications for Use The Silimed Vaginal Stent is designed to maintain the vaginal canal following radiological treatment or surgical procedures to restore, enlarge or create a vagina. The surgeon is responsible for proper choice of size to meet the clinical and aesthetic needs of each case. Federal (U.S.A.) law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician. ## Device Story Silimed Vaginal Stent is a medical device used to maintain vaginal canal patency post-surgery or post-radiological treatment. It is intended for use in clinical settings under the direction of a physician. The device acts as a physical spacer to prevent stenosis or closure of the vaginal canal during the healing process. It is prescribed by a physician based on the specific clinical and aesthetic requirements of the patient. ## Clinical Evidence No clinical data provided; bench testing only. ## Technological Characteristics Vaginal stent device; physical spacer form factor. No specific materials, energy sources, or software components described. ## Regulatory Identification A vaginal stent is a device used to enlarge the vagina by stretching, or to support the vagina and to hold a skin graft after reconstructive surgery. ## 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} DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES Public Health Service AUG 5 1998 Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850 Silimed L.L.C. c/o Mr. E. J. Smith Smith Associates P.O. Box 4341 Crofton, MD 21114 Re: K974479 Silimed Vaginal Stent Dated: June 12, 1998 Received: June 12, 1998 Regulatory Class: II 21 CFR 884.3900/Procode: 85 KXP Dear Mr. Smith: We have reviewed your Section 510(k) notification of intent to market the device referenced above and we have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to 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 (Act). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. 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. If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (Premarket Approval), it may be subject to such additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 895. A substantially equivalent determination assumes compliance with the Current Good Manufacturing Practice requirements, as set forth in the Quality System Regulation (QS) for Medical Devices: General regulation (21 CFR Part 820) and that, through periodic QS inspections, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will verify such assumptions. Failure to comply with the GMP regulation may result in regulatory action. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register. Please note: this response to your premarket notification submission does not affect any obligation you might have under sections 531 through 542 of the Act for devices under the Electronic Product Radiation Control provisions, or other Federal laws or regulations. This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your 510(k) premarket notification. The FDA finding of substantial equivalence of your device to a legally marketed predicate device results in a classification for your device and thus, permits your device to proceed to the market. If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801 and additionally 809.10 for in vitro diagnostic devices), please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4613. Additionally, for questions on the promotion and advertising of your device, please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4639. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR 807.97). Other general information on your responsibilities under the Act may be obtained from the Division of Small Manufacturers Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 443-6597 or at its Internet address "http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsma/dsmamain.html". Sincerely yours, ![img-0.jpeg](img-0.jpeg) Lillian Yin, Ph.D. Director, Division of Reproductive, Abdominal, Ear, Nose and Throat and Radiological Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health Enclosure {1} Page 1 of 1 510(k) Number (if known): K974479 Device Name: Silimed Vaginal Stent Classification Panel: 85 KXP, 884.3900 ## Indications for Use: The Silimed Vaginal Stent is designed to maintain the vaginal canal following radiological treatment or surgical procedures to restore, enlarge or create a vagina. The surgeon is responsible for proper choice of size to meet the clinical and aesthetic needs of each case. Federal (U.S.A.) law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician. (PLEASE DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE- CONTINUE ON ANOTHER PAGE IF NEEDED) Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE) Prescription Use ☑ or Over-the-Counter Use Colin M. Collard (Division Sign-Off) Division of Reproductive, Abdominal, ENT, and Radiological Devices 510(k) Number K974479/5002 --- **Source:** [https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/OB/subpart-d%E2%80%94obstetrical-and-gynecological-prosthetic-devices/KXP/K974479](https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/OB/subpart-d%E2%80%94obstetrical-and-gynecological-prosthetic-devices/KXP/K974479) **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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