RA-308 Excimer Laser System, Excimer Laser Catheter
510(k) K170349
Active
Valid until
No expiry
FDA recalls
None ongoingDocuments
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Regulatory status
| Region | Authorization | Number | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | FDA 510(k)SESE | NumberK170349 | Date24 May 2017 | StatusActive |
Recalls
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- Terminated Z-0569-2021
Due to footswitch not meeting required specification for protection from ingress of solids or liquids. If spilling of liquids near or on the footswitch, it may fail in the 'on' position and allow the laser to continue to lase.
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- Terminated Z-0050-2021
Due to the taller wheel mounting on the laser, the laser may fall over potentially causing user or patient injury.
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- Terminated Z-2497-2020
A software issue was identified which could result in user or patient injury, or may adversely impact laser performance. It is possible that an unintended release of laser light (radiation) may occur, injuring the user or patient.
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- Terminated Z-2006-2020
The firm has become aware there is a potential problem with its DABRA catheters resulting in higher catheter calibration failure rate due to the product shelf life is currently less than the labeled shelf life.
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- Terminated Z-2218-2019
Lasers/Catheters did not calibrate during set-up prior to use.
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United States — FDA 510(k) Active
Specification
- 510(k) Number
- FDA Product Code
- PDU
- FDA applicant
- Ra Medical Systems,Inc
- Device Class
- Class II
- Regulation
- 21 CFR Part 870.1250
- Advisory Committee
- Cardiovascular
- FDA Decision
- SESE Substantially Equivalent
Overview
AI-generated summary, 1 Oct 2026
The RA-308 Excimer Laser System is a catheter for crossing total occlusions, utilizing excimer laser technology to fragment atherosclerotic plaque within coronary arteries. This device combines a reusable laser light source with a single-use, e-beam sterilized catheter designed to restore blood flow in severely obstructed vessels. Its primary function is to mechanically disrupt calcified or fibrous lesions that cannot be traversed by conventional angioplasty or guidewire techniques. The system operates under Class II regulatory classification, adhering to FDA-substantiated equivalence standards for cardiovascular interventions.
The device is supplied as a combination of a reusable laser console and disposable catheters, intended for use in cardiac catheterization laboratories under fluoroscopic guidance. Each catheter is single-use, sterilized via electron beam irradiation, and compatible with standard coronary angiography equipment. The system is non-MRI-safe and requires proper storage in a clean, dry environment to maintain sterility and functionality. Authorized for commercial distribution in the United States via FDA 510(k) clearance (K170349), it is regulated under the Catheter for Crossing Total Occlusions product code (PDU) and falls under the 870.1250 classification for excimer laser devices.
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Questions
AI-generated answers, 1 Oct 2026
What is the RA-308 Excimer Laser Catheter designed to treat?
The RA-308 Excimer Laser Catheter is specifically designed to mechanically disrupt calcified or fibrous lesions in coronary arteries that cannot be crossed using standard angioplasty or guidewire techniques. It employs excimer laser technology to fragment atherosclerotic plaque, helping to restore blood flow in severely obstructed vessels.
How is the RA-308 Excimer Laser System supplied, and what components are included?
The RA-308 Excimer Laser System is supplied as a combination of a reusable laser console and single-use, e-beam sterilized catheters. The system is intended for use in cardiac catheterization laboratories under fluoroscopic guidance and is compatible with standard coronary angiography equipment.
Is the catheter single-use or reusable, and how is it sterilized?
The RA-308 Excimer Laser Catheter is designed for single-use only. Each catheter is sterilized using electron beam irradiation (e-beam sterilization) to ensure sterility and safety for one-time clinical use.
What storage conditions are required to maintain the catheter’s functionality and sterility?
The RA-308 Excimer Laser Catheter must be stored in a clean, dry environment to preserve its sterility and functionality. Proper storage conditions are critical to ensure the device remains effective for its intended use.
Is the RA-308 Excimer Laser System MRI-safe?
No, the RA-308 Excimer Laser System is not MRI-safe. This means it should not be used or stored in an MRI environment, as it could interfere with MRI imaging or pose risks during the procedure.