Norfolk Omega Port-LP Subcutaneous Implanted
by Norfolk Medical Products, Inc.
510(k) K942784
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Regulatory status
| Region | Authorization | Number | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | FDA 510(k)SESE | NumberK942784 | Date2 May 1995 | StatusActive |
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United States — FDA 510(k) Active
Specification
- Full name
- Norfolk Omega Port-LP Subcutaneously Implanted
- 510(k) Number
- FDA Product Code
- LJT
- Device Class
- Class II
- Regulation
- 21 CFR Part 880.5965
- Advisory Committee
- General Hospital
- FDA Decision
- SESE Substantially Equivalent
Overview
AI-generated summary, 18 Sep 2026
The Norfolk Omega Port-LP is a subcutaneous implanted port and catheter system designed for long-term intravenous access. It is classified as a Port & Catheter, Implanted, Subcutaneous, Intravascular device, enabling reliable administration of fluids, medications, or blood products while minimizing patient discomfort and infection risk.
This device is intended for single-use implantation under sterile conditions and is supplied as a sterile, pre-assembled system. It is regulated under FDA 510(k) clearance (K942784) and falls under classification II (880.5965). The Omega Port-LP is typically used in general hospital settings for patients requiring chronic intravenous therapies, such as chemotherapy, parenteral nutrition, or antibiotic administration.
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Questions
AI-generated answers, 18 Sep 2026
Is the Norfolk Omega Port-LP designed for reuse or is it intended for single-use only?
The Norfolk Omega Port-LP is explicitly designed for single-use implantation under sterile conditions. It is supplied as a pre-assembled, sterile system, which aligns with best practices for minimizing infection risk in long-term intravenous access.
What types of clinical settings is this device primarily used in, and what are its common applications?
The Norfolk Omega Port-LP is primarily used in general hospital settings for patients requiring chronic intravenous therapies. Common applications include administration of chemotherapy, parenteral nutrition, and antibiotics, as it provides reliable long-term access while reducing patient discomfort and infection risk.
How is the device supplied, and what should clinicians ensure before implantation?
The Norfolk Omega Port-LP is supplied as a sterile, pre-assembled system, meaning it is ready for immediate use without additional sterilization. Clinicians should ensure the system remains sterile until implantation and follow aseptic techniques to prevent contamination during the procedure.
What regulatory pathway was followed for FDA clearance of this device, and what classification does it hold?
The Norfolk Omega Port-LP received FDA 510(k) clearance (K942784) under a traditional review pathway, with a decision of substantially equivalent (SESE) to a predicate device. It is classified as a Class II medical device (880.5965) under the Port & Catheter, Implanted, Subcutaneous, Intravascular category.