← Product Code [HQN](/submissions/OP/subpart-d%E2%80%94prosthetic-devices/HQN) · K970319 # OCULAR CONFORMER (K970319) _Xavier A. Guerra, Ocularist, Inc. · HQN · Jul 7, 1997 · Ophthalmic · SESE_ **Canonical URL:** https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/OP/subpart-d%E2%80%94prosthetic-devices/HQN/K970319 ## Device Facts - **Applicant:** Xavier A. Guerra, Ocularist, Inc. - **Product Code:** [HQN](/submissions/OP/subpart-d%E2%80%94prosthetic-devices/HQN.md) - **Decision Date:** Jul 7, 1997 - **Decision:** SESE - **Submission Type:** Traditional - **Regulation:** 21 CFR 886.3130 - **Device Class:** Class 2 - **Review Panel:** Ophthalmic - **Attributes:** Therapeutic, Pediatric ## Indications for Use The Custom Conformer, is fabricated for the needs of a specific patient. Each is uniquely designed, fabricated, and fitted post-enucleation/evisceration surgery, to maintain correct eye lid/socket configuration. In the other cases, to correct deformities of the eyelids, and/or socket. They are also fitted in a necessarily, sequential, increasing size, for infants afflicted with anophthalmia, or micro-ophthalmia, as well as patients with trauma or other socket and eyelid anomalies. Proper expansion therapy, with the use of sequential, increasing size conformers, is essential in promoting bony orbit, orbital fascia, and eyelid development in infants and children. ## Device Story Custom-fabricated ocular conformer; designed for individual patient anatomy post-enucleation/evisceration or for socket/eyelid deformity correction. Used in infants/children for expansion therapy to promote bony orbit, orbital fascia, and eyelid development via sequential, increasing size devices. Fitted by ocularist/clinician. Device maintains socket shape and prevents contraction during healing or development. ## Clinical Evidence No clinical data provided; device relies on established clinical practice for ocular conformers and expansion therapy. ## Technological Characteristics Custom-fabricated ocular conformer; dimensions and form factor patient-specific. No specific materials, energy sources, or software algorithms described. ## Regulatory Identification An ophthalmic conformer is a device usually made of molded plastic intended to be inserted temporarily between the eyeball and eyelid to maintain space in the orbital cavity and prevent closure or adhesions during the healing process following surgery. ## Special Controls *Classification.* Class II (special controls). The device is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to § 886.9. ## 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 Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850 Mr. Xavier A. Guerra, Ocularist 4640 Centerview Drive San Antonio, TX 78228 Re: K970319 Trade Name: Ocular Conformer Regulatory Class: II Product Code: 86 HQN Dated: April 15, 1997 Received: April 21, 1997 JUL - 7 1997 Dear Mr. Guerra: 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. {1} Page 2 - Mr. Xavier A. Guerra, Ocularist 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/dsmamain.html". Sincerely yours, ![img-0.jpeg](img-0.jpeg) A. Ralph Rosenthal, M.D. Director Division of Ophthalmic Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health Enclosure {2} Page 1 of 1 510(k) Number (if known): K970319 Device Name: OCULAR CONFORMER Indications for Use: The Custom Conformer, is fabricated for the needs of a specific patient. Each is uniquely designed, fabricated, and fitted post-enucleation/evisceration surgery, to maintain correct eye lid/socket configuration. In the other cases, to correct deformities of the eyelids, and/or socket. They are also fitted in a necessarily, sequential, increasing size, for infants afflicted with anophthalmia, or micro-ophthalmia, as well as patients with trauma or other socket and eyelid anomalies. Proper expansion therapy, with the use of sequential, increasing size conformers, is essential in promoting bony orbit, orbital fascia, and eyelid development in infants and children. (PLEASE DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE-CONTINUE ON ANOTHER PAGE IF NEEDED) Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE) Description Use: ☑ (Per 21 CFR 801.105) Order The Counter Use: ☐ (Optional Format 1.2.96) Danne Lichney (Division Sign-Off) Division of Ophthalmic Devices 510(k) Number K970319 --- **Source:** [https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/OP/subpart-d%E2%80%94prosthetic-devices/HQN/K970319](https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/OP/subpart-d%E2%80%94prosthetic-devices/HQN/K970319) **Published by [Innolitics](https://innolitics.com)** — a medical-device software consultancy. 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