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# PRIZM KERATOME BLADE (NIDEK MODEL), MODEL MK8514NI (K013337)

_Surgin, Inc. · HNO · Dec 13, 2001 · Ophthalmic · SESE_

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## Device Facts

- **Applicant:** Surgin, Inc.
- **Product Code:** [HNO](/submissions/OP/subpart-e%E2%80%94surgical-devices/HNO.md)
- **Decision Date:** Dec 13, 2001
- **Decision:** SESE
- **Submission Type:** Traditional
- **Regulation:** 21 CFR 886.4370
- **Device Class:** Class 1
- **Review Panel:** Ophthalmic
- **Attributes:** Therapeutic

## Intended Use

Surgin's Prizm Blades are designed as replacement blades for the Nidek Model MK2000 keratome.

## Device Story

Prizm Keratome Blade functions as a replacement cutting component for the Nidek Model MK2000 keratome system. Used by ophthalmic surgeons during refractive surgery procedures to create corneal flaps. Device provides the mechanical cutting edge required for the keratome to perform its intended function. Benefits include providing a compatible, sterile replacement part for existing surgical equipment, ensuring continued device performance during clinical use.

## Clinical Evidence

No clinical data provided; bench testing only.

## Technological Characteristics

Mechanical surgical blade designed for compatibility with Nidek Model MK2000 keratome. Device is a sterile, single-use component.

## Regulatory Identification

A keratome is an AC-powered or battery-powered device intended to shave tissue from sections of the cornea for a lamellar (partial thickness) transplant.

## Reference Devices

- Nidek Model MK2000

## Submission Summary (Full Text)

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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850

DEC 1 3 2001

Mr. Don W. Haar Q.A. / Regulatory Manager Surgin, Inc. 14762 Bentley Circle Tustin, CA 92680

Re: K013337

Trade/Device Name: Prizm Keratome Blade (Nidek Model MK 2000) Regulation Number: 21 CFR 886.4370 Regulation Name: Keratome Regulatory Class: Class I Product Code: HNO Dated: October 9, 2001 Received: October 9, 2001

Dear Mr. Haar:

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 stared in also encreater) to ical 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.

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Sincerely yours,

A. Ralph Rosenthal

A. Ralph Rosenthal, M.D. Director Division of Ophthalmic and Ear, Nose and Throat Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

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## Surgin, Inc

DEC 1 3 2001

14762 Bentley Circle Tustin, CA 92680 Tel: 714 832 6300

## INDICATIONS FOR USE STATEMENT

510(k) Number (1 known): K013337

Device Name: Prizm Keratomo Blade

## Indications For Use:

Surgin's Prizm Blades are designed as replacement blades for the Nidek Model MK2000 keratome.

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| 510(k) Number                                          | k013337                                                                                                                                                                                                     |
| Prescription Use (Per 21 CFR 801.109)                  | <div style="display:inline-block; margin-right: 20px;"> <span style="text-decoration: overline;">✓</span> </div> OR <div style="display:inline-block; margin-left: 20px;">    Over-The-Counter Use   </div> |

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