← Product Code [HOZ](/submissions/OP/subpart-e%E2%80%94surgical-devices/HOZ) · K091240 # ALPHAMED SURGICAL SPEAR, MODEL 70-5000 (K091240) _Alphamed, Inc. · HOZ · Oct 23, 2009 · Ophthalmic · SESE_ **Canonical URL:** https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/OP/subpart-e%E2%80%94surgical-devices/HOZ/K091240 ## Device Facts - **Applicant:** Alphamed, Inc. - **Product Code:** [HOZ](/submissions/OP/subpart-e%E2%80%94surgical-devices/HOZ.md) - **Decision Date:** Oct 23, 2009 - **Decision:** SESE - **Submission Type:** Traditional - **Regulation:** 21 CFR 886.4790 - **Device Class:** Class 2 - **Review Panel:** Ophthalmic ## Intended Use AlphaMed Surgical Spears are intended to absorb fluids from the operative field during ophthalmic surgery ## Device Story AlphaMed Surgical Spear is a sterile, single-use ophthalmic sponge used during surgery. Device absorbs excess fluids from the operative field to maintain visibility and surgical site management. Operated by surgeons or surgical staff in an operating room setting. Device functions as a passive absorbent material; no active components, electronics, or software. ## Clinical Evidence Bench testing only. ## Technological Characteristics Absorbent sponge material; sterile; single-use; manual operation; no energy source; no software. ## Regulatory Identification An ophthalmic sponge is a device that is an absorbant sponge, pad, or spear made of folded gauze, cotton, cellulose, or other material intended to absorb fluids from the operative field in ophthalmic 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 the limitations in § 886.9. ## Submission Summary (Full Text) > This content was OCRed from public FDA records by [Innolitics](https://innolitics.com). 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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Mail Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002 AlphaMed, Inc. c/o Mr. James M. Gubachy Vice President 3912 Mountain Avenue El Paso, TX 79930 OCT 2 8 2009 Re: K091240 Trade Name: AlphaMed™ Surgical Spear Regulation Number: 21 CFR 886.4790 Regulation Name: Ophthalmic Sponge Regulation Class: Class II Product Code: HOZ Dated: October 5, 2009 Received: October 7, 2009 Dear Mr. Gubachy: We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device referenced above and have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to legally marketed predicate 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) that do not require approval of a premarket approval application (PMA). 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 (PMA), it may be subject to additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 898. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register. 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Gubachy If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801), please go to http://www.fda.gov/AboutFDA/CentersOffices/CDRH/CDRHOffices/ucm115809.htm for the Center for Devices and Radiological Health's (CDRH's) Office of Compliance. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803), please go to http://www.fda.gov/cdrl/mdr/ for the CDRH's Office of Surveillance and Biometrics/Division of Postmarket Surveillance. You may obtain other general information on your responsibilities under the Act from the Division of Small Manufacturers, International and Consumer Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (240) 276-3150 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/industry/support/index.html. Sincerely yours, Malvina B. Eydelman, M.D. Malvina B. Eydelman, I Director Division of Ophthalmic, Neurological and Ear, Nose and Throat Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health Enclosure {2}------------------------------------------------ ## Indications for Use 510(k) Number (if known): K091240 Device Name: AlphaMed™ Surgical Spear, Model 70-5000 Indications For Use: AlphaMed Surgical Spears are intended to absorb fluids from the operative field during ophthalmic surgery Prescription Use × (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) AND/OR Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C) (PLEASE DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE-CONTINUE ON ANOTHER PAGE IF NEEDED) Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE) Paul Vanderhyde Division Sign-Off Division of Ophthalmic, Neurologica Nose and Throat Devices Page 1 of 1 510(k) Number K091240 --- **Source:** [https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/OP/subpart-e%E2%80%94surgical-devices/HOZ/K091240](https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/OP/subpart-e%E2%80%94surgical-devices/HOZ/K091240) **Published by [Innolitics](https://innolitics.com)** — a medical-device software consultancy. 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