95 C/1.5 Citric Acid Heat Processing of Polysulfone Dialyzers
by Fresenius Medical Care North America
510(k) K974090
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Regulatory status
| Region | Authorization | Number | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | FDA 510(k)SESE | NumberK974090 | Date27 Aug 1998 | StatusActive |
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United States — FDA 510(k) Active
Specification
- 510(k) Number
- FDA Product Code
- MSE
- Device Class
- Class II
- Regulation
- 21 CFR Part 876.5820
- Advisory Committee
- Gastroenterology, Urology
- FDA Decision
- SESE Substantially Equivalent
Overview
AI-generated summary, 23 Sep 2026
This device is a hemodialyzer, re-use, low flux, designed for the reprocessing of polysulfone dialyzers using a citric acid-based heat process. It is intended for use in hemodialysis applications where dialyzer reuse is practiced.
The device is supplied as a processing method or system for cleaning and sterilizing dialyzers for multiple patient use. It is not sterile or single-use; it is a reprocessing aid. The device received FDA 510(k) clearance (K974090) and is classified as a Class II medical device under regulation number 876.5820.
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Questions
AI-generated answers, 23 Sep 2026
What is the 95 C/1.5 CITRIC ACID HEAT PROCESSING OF POLYSULFONE DIALYZERS used for?
This device is a reprocessing system designed to clean and sterilize polysulfone hemodialyzers for multiple patient use using a citric acid-based heat process. It enables safe reuse of dialyzers in hemodialysis treatments where reuse protocols are followed, reducing waste and cost while maintaining performance through validated cleaning and disinfection steps.
Is the 95 C/1.5 CITRIC ACID HEAT PROCESSING OF POLYSULFONE DIALYZERS sterile or single-use?
No, this device is not sterile and is not intended for single-use. It is a reprocessing aid used to clean and sterilize dialyzers between patient uses. The system itself is reused as part of a validated reprocessing workflow, and the dialyzers it processes are intended for multiple applications after proper cleaning and disinfection.
How is the 95 C/1.5 CITRIC ACID HEAT PROCESSING OF POLYSULFONE DIALYZERS supplied and what are its key specifications?
The device is supplied as a processing method or system for cleaning and sterilizing dialyzers, not as a physical implant or disposable component. It operates using a citric acid solution heated to 95°C with a 1.5% concentration, as indicated in its name. It is classified as a Class II medical device under regulation 876.5820 with product code MSE and received FDA 510(k) clearance under K974090.