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Compression System

by Kirschner Medical Corp. 510(k)

Active United States

510(k) K831076

Regulatory status

as of 29 Oct 2026

RegionAuthorizationNumberDateStatus
United StatesFDA 510(k)SESE Substantially Equivalent · Traditional NumberK831076 Date28 Apr 1983ClearedStatusActive

Coverage

1 jurisdiction

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United States — FDA 510(k) Active

Recalls

0 recalls · FDA

No FDA recalls on record, checked 22 Oct 2026.

Specification

510(k)

510(k) Number
FDA Product Code
JDO
Device Class
Class II
Regulation
21 CFR Part 888.3030
Advisory Committee
Orthopedic
FDA Decision
SESE Substantially Equivalent

Overview

AI-generated summary, 25 Sep 2026

Written by a language model from registry data. Not verified by deviCERTS or the manufacturer. The registry data above is the record.

The Compression System is a single/multiple component metallic bone fixation appliance and accessory intended to be implanted, consisting of one or more metallic components and their metallic fasteners. It is classified as an orthopedic device for proximal femoral fixation.

The device was cleared via the FDA 510(k) pathway under K831076 with a traditional clearance decision on April 28, 1983. It is manufactured by Kirschner Medical Corp. and is supplied as a non-sterile, reusable implant system for use in orthopedic surgical settings.

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Questions

AI-generated answers, 25 Sep 2026

Written by a language model from registry data. Not verified by deviCERTS or the manufacturer. The registry data above is the record.

  • What is the Compression System used for?

    The Compression System is intended as a metallic bone fixation appliance and accessory for implantation in orthopedic surgical settings, specifically for proximal femoral fixation, consisting of one or more metallic components and their fasteners.

  • Is the Compression System sterile or non-sterile when supplied?

    The Compression System is supplied as a non-sterile implant system, meaning it must be sterilized by the user prior to implantation in accordance with established medical device reprocessing protocols.

  • Can the Compression System be reused after implantation?

    The Compression System is designed as a reusable implant system, allowing for multiple uses after appropriate cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization between surgical procedures, as indicated in its labeling and manufacturer instructions.

  • What regulatory pathway was used for the Compression System?

    The Compression System was cleared via the FDA 510(k) pathway under submission K831076, receiving a traditional clearance decision on April 28, 1983, based on a determination of substantial equivalence to a predicate device.

  • Who manufactures the Compression System and where is it located?

    The Compression System is manufactured by Kirschner Medical Corp., located at 803 N. Front St. Suite 3, McHenry, IL 60050, United States, as indicated in the device registration and authorization records.