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DNC 162 Vinca-Flo

by Sorensen Research

510(k) K770048

Active United States

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No expiry

510(k) clearance is not time-limited

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in data synced 22 Oct 2026

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Regulatory status

as of registry sync 22 Oct 2026

RegionAuthorizationNumberDateStatus
United StatesFDA 510(k)SESE Substantially Equivalent · Traditional NumberK770048 Date14 Jan 1977ClearedStatusActive

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Specification

510(k)

510(k) Number
FDA Product Code
KOC
Device Class
Class II
Regulation
21 CFR Part 876.5820
Advisory Committee
Gastroenterology, Urology
FDA Decision
SESE Substantially Equivalent

Overview

AI-generated summary, 1 Oct 2026

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

The DNC 162 Vinca-Flo is a catheter, vein, femoral, designed for use in hemodialysis blood circuits. It is classified as a Class II medical device under FDA regulation 876.5820, intended for vascular access in dialysis procedures. This device facilitates the flow of blood between the patient and dialysis machine, ensuring efficient filtration while minimizing trauma to the vessel.

Supplied as a single-use, sterile device, the DNC 162 Vinca-Flo is intended for use in clinical settings such as hemodialysis centers. It adheres to FDA clearance (K770048) under the 510(k) pathway, with a decision of Substantially Equivalent (SESE) granted in 1977. The product code KOC categorizes it within the broader hemodialysis accessory classification, with no noted MRI compatibility or reusable specifications. Storage and handling must comply with standard sterile medical device protocols.

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Questions

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  • What is the DNC 162 VINCA-FLO catheter used for?

    The DNC 162 VINCA-FLO is a femoral catheter specifically designed for use in hemodialysis blood circuits. It facilitates the flow of blood between the patient and the dialysis machine, enabling efficient filtration during dialysis procedures while minimizing trauma to the vessel. This makes it ideal for maintaining stable vascular access in hemodialysis centers.

  • Is the DNC 162 VINCA-FLO catheter single-use or reusable?

    The DNC 162 VINCA-FLO catheter is supplied as a single-use device. This design ensures sterility and reduces the risk of contamination or cross-infection between patients, adhering to standard sterile medical device protocols for clinical settings like hemodialysis centers.

  • How should the DNC 162 VINCA-FLO catheter be stored?

    The DNC 162 VINCA-FLO catheter must be stored according to standard sterile medical device protocols. This includes maintaining its sterile packaging until immediate use and ensuring it is kept in a clean, dry environment away from direct sunlight or extreme temperatures to preserve its integrity and sterility.

  • What regulatory pathway does the DNC 162 VINCA-FLO catheter follow?

    The DNC 162 VINCA-FLO catheter is classified as a Class II medical device under FDA regulation 876.5820 and has received FDA clearance (K770048) through the 510(k) pathway. The decision was granted as Substantially Equivalent (SESE) in 1977, confirming its compliance with applicable standards for hemodialysis accessories.

  • Is the DNC 162 VINCA-FLO catheter compatible with MRI?

    There is no noted MRI compatibility for the DNC 162 VINCA-FLO catheter in the available documentation. Clinicians should verify compatibility with their specific MRI equipment and protocols before use, as metal components or other materials in catheters may pose risks in magnetic fields.