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Pleural Catheter and Drainage Kits

by Denver Biomedicals, Inc.

510(k) K010642

Active United States

510(k)

Valid until

No expiry

510(k) clearance is not time-limited

FDA recalls

None found

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 NumberK010642 Date20 Mar 2001ClearedStatusActive

Recalls

0 recalls · FDA

No FDA recalls found in the data synced 22 Oct 2026.

Coverage

1 jurisdiction

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United States — FDA 510(k) Active

Specification

510(k)

Full name
Pleurx Pleural Catheter and Drainage Kits
510(k) Number
FDA Product Code
DWM
Device Class
Class II
Regulation
21 CFR Part 870.5050
Advisory Committee
Cardiovascular
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.

This device is an apparatus for suction in patient care, specifically a pleural catheter and drainage kit designed for the management of pleural effusions. It is a flexible and soft catheter that conforms to the pleural space to minimize insertion-site discomfort and facilitate drainage of excess fluid.

The device is supplied as a drainage kit for use in clinical or home settings to manage recurring pleural effusions and malignant ascites. It is a single-use system authorized under FDA 510(k) clearance (K010642) and classified as a Class II medical device under regulation number 870.5050, with product code DWM.

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Questions

AI-generated answers, 25 Sep 2026

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  • What is the PleurX pleural catheter and drainage kit used for?

    The PleurX pleural catheter and drainage kit is designed for the management of pleural effusions and malignant ascites, allowing drainage of excess fluid from the pleural space in both clinical and home settings.

  • Is the PleurX pleural catheter and drainage kit reusable or single-use?

    The PleurX pleural catheter and drainage kit is a single-use system, meaning it is intended for one-time use only and should not be reprocessed or reused after initial deployment.

  • How is the PleurX pleural catheter and drainage kit supplied?

    The device is supplied as a complete drainage kit, including the flexible and soft pleural catheter and associated components necessary for insertion and fluid drainage in patient care.