21 CFR 884.4260 — Dilator, Cervical, Hygroscopic-Laminaria
Obstetrics/Gynecology (OB) · Part 884 Subpart E—Obstetrical and Gynecological Surgical Devices · § 884.4260
Identification
A hygroscopic Laminaria cervical dilator is a device designed to dilate (stretch open) the cervical os by cervical insertion of a conical and expansible material made from the root of a seaweed (Laminaria digitata or Laminaria japonica). The device is used to induce abortion.
Classification Rationale
Class II (performance standards).
Product Codes
| Product Code | Device Name | Class | Devices | Attributes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HDY | Dilator, Cervical, Hygroscopic-Laminaria | 2 | 11 | 3rd Party |
| PFJ | Catheter, Balloon, Dilation Of Cervical Canal Prior To Labor | 2 | 2 | 3rd Party |
| PKN | Dilator, Cervical, Synthetic, Osmotic | 2 | 1 | 3rd Party |
| PON | Catheter, Balloon, Dilation Of Cervical Canal | 2 | 4 | 3rd Party |