Aries Taperseal Sheath
510(k) K903442
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Regulatory status
| Region | Authorization | Number | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | FDA 510(k)SESE | NumberK903442 | Date23 Aug 1990 | StatusActive |
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United States — FDA 510(k) Active
Specification
- Full name
- Aries Taperseal(Tm) Sheath
- 510(k) Number
- FDA Product Code
- DYB
- Device Class
- Class II
- Regulation
- 21 CFR Part 870.1340
- Advisory Committee
- Cardiovascular
- FDA Decision
- SESE Substantially Equivalent
Overview
AI-generated summary, 1 Oct 2026
The Aries Taperseal Sheath is a vascular introducer sheath designed to facilitate catheter and instrument insertion into the vascular system. Its tapered profile reduces vessel wall trauma, improving procedural safety and minimizing complications. This device is classified under product code DYB and is intended for use in interventional cardiology procedures, including embolization coil placement.
The Aries Taperseal Sheath is supplied as a single-use medical device and has received FDA clearance under 510(k) number K903442, with a decision date of August 23, 1990. It is regulated under the Cardiovascular advisory committee and is intended for use in sterile environments. No additional regulatory status beyond the stated 510(k) clearance is implied.
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Questions
AI-generated answers, 1 Oct 2026
What is the Aries Taperseal Sheath used for?
The Aries Taperseal Sheath is designed as a vascular introducer sheath to facilitate the insertion of catheters and instruments into blood vessels. Its tapered profile minimizes trauma to the vessel walls, which is particularly beneficial during interventional cardiology procedures like embolization coil placement. This design helps reduce complications and improves procedural safety.
Is the Aries Taperseal Sheath intended for single-use or reuse?
The Aries Taperseal Sheath is explicitly supplied as a single-use medical device. This classification ensures sterility and safety for each procedure, preventing cross-contamination and maintaining regulatory compliance. Single-use devices are typically discarded after one use to uphold infection control standards.
What regulatory approval does the Aries Taperseal Sheath have?
The Aries Taperseal Sheath has received FDA clearance under the 510(k) pathway with the clearance number K903442. This clearance was granted on August 23, 1990, and it is classified as substantially equivalent to a predicate device. The device is regulated under the Cardiovascular advisory committee and is intended for use in sterile environments.
How is the Aries Taperseal Sheath supplied?
The Aries Taperseal Sheath is supplied as a sterile, single-use device. Sterility is critical for vascular procedures to prevent infections, and the packaging ensures the device remains uncontaminated until use. Always follow manufacturer guidelines for opening and handling to maintain sterility.
What sizes or models of the Aries Taperseal Sheath are available?
The specifications provided do not detail specific sizes or models of the Aries Taperseal Sheath. For precise information on available sizes or models, refer to the manufacturer’s product catalog or technical documentation. This ensures you select the correct sheath for your procedural needs.