Mammomark, Mammomark Mr and Cormark Biopsy Site Identifiers
510(k) K082278
Active
Valid until
No expiry
FDA recalls
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Regulatory status
| Region | Authorization | Number | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | FDA 510(k)SESE | NumberK082278 | Date16 Dec 2008 | StatusActive |
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United States — FDA 510(k) Active
Specification
- 510(k) Number
- FDA Product Code
- NEU
- Device Class
- Class II
- Regulation
- 21 CFR Part 878.4300
- Advisory Committee
- General, Plastic Surgery
- FDA Decision
- SESE Substantially Equivalent
Overview
AI-generated summary, 26 Sep 2026
Mammomark, Mammomark Mr and Cormark Biopsy Site Identifiers are implantable radiographic markers used to identify biopsy sites in breast tissue. These devices are designed to be placed at the site of a breast biopsy to mark the location for future reference, particularly in imaging follow-up.
They are supplied sterile and intended for single-use. The device is regulated under FDA 510(k) clearance K082278, classified as a Class II device under regulation number 878.4300, with medical specialty in General and Plastic Surgery. The markers are compatible with ultrasound, stereotactic, and MRI-guided biopsy procedures and expand in size within 60 seconds after deployment to reduce movement upon release of breast compression.
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Questions
AI-generated answers, 26 Sep 2026
What is the Mammomark Biopsy Site Identifier used for?
The Mammomark, Mammomark Mr and Cormark Biopsy Site Identifiers are implantable radiographic markers designed to be placed at the site of a breast biopsy to mark the location for future reference, particularly in imaging follow-up procedures such as ultrasound, stereotactic, or MRI-guided biopsies.
How is the Mammomark device supplied and is it reusable?
The device is supplied sterile and intended for single-use only; it is not designed or labeled for reuse, and reusing it could compromise sterility and functionality, posing risks to patient safety.
What happens to the Mammomark marker after deployment in breast tissue?
After deployment, the marker expands in size within 60 seconds to reduce movement upon release of breast compression, helping ensure it remains fixed at the biopsy site for accurate long-term localization in follow-up imaging.