Asahi AM-R Series Dialyzers
510(k) K970650
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Regulatory status
| Region | Authorization | Number | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | FDA 510(k)SESE | NumberK970650 | Date30 Sep 1997 | 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, 19 Sep 2026
The Asahi AM-R Series Dialyzers are Hemodialyzers, Re-Use, Low Flux, designed for the removal of waste products and excess fluids from the blood of patients with chronic or acute renal failure. These devices facilitate hemodialysis by filtering blood through a semipermeable membrane, enabling the exchange of solutes and water between the blood and dialysate.
These dialyzers are intended for reprocessing and reuse on the same patient for up to 15 cycles, as validated through in vitro testing and clinical studies. Supplied as sterile, single-use devices, they are classified under FDA product code MSE and fall under the Gastroenterology & Urology specialty category. Storage and handling must comply with reprocessing protocols to ensure safety and efficacy for repeated use.
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Questions
AI-generated answers, 19 Sep 2026
Are these dialyzers designed for single-use or can they be reused, and if so, how many times?
The Asahi AM-R Series Dialyzers are supplied as sterile, single-use devices but are specifically designed for reprocessing and reuse on the same patient for up to 15 cycles. This reuse capability is validated through in vitro testing and clinical studies, ensuring safety and efficacy when handled according to the manufacturer’s reprocessing protocols.
What types of patients are these dialyzers intended for, and what medical condition do they address?
These dialyzers are intended for patients with chronic or acute renal failure, where they facilitate hemodialysis to remove waste products and excess fluids from the blood. They function by filtering blood through a semipermeable membrane, enabling solute and water exchange with the dialysate.
How should these dialyzers be stored, and are there any special handling requirements?
While the AM-R Series is supplied sterile, proper storage and handling are critical for reuse. The manufacturer’s reprocessing protocols must be strictly followed to ensure safety and efficacy across up to 15 cycles. Storage conditions should align with these protocols to maintain sterility and functionality before and after reprocessing.
What regulatory pathway was followed for this device, and what category does it fall under?
The Asahi AM-R Series Dialyzers were cleared through the FDA’s 510(k) pathway under Traditional Review, with a decision code of SESE (Substantially Equivalent). They are classified under FDA product code MSE and fall within the Gastroenterology & Urology specialty category, though this is an administrative classification, not an indication.