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Seidel Humeral Locking Nail

by Howmedica Corp.

510(k) K931256

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 NumberK931256 Date2 Jul 1993ClearedStatusActive

Recalls

0 recalls · FDA

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Coverage

1 jurisdiction

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United States — FDA 510(k) Active

Specification

510(k)

510(k) Number
FDA Product Code
HSB
Device Class
Class II
Regulation
21 CFR Part 888.3020
Advisory Committee
Orthopedic
FDA Decision
SESE Substantially Equivalent

Overview

AI-generated summary, 22 Sep 2026

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

The Seidel Humeral Locking Nail is a rod fixation device designed for intramedullary use in the humerus. It is intended to provide stabilization for fractures of the humeral shaft.

The device is supplied as a single-use implant and is not MRI compatible. It is classified under product code HSB as a Class II device with special controls, receiving FDA 510(k) clearance on July 2, 1993.

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Questions

AI-generated answers, 22 Sep 2026

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  • What is the Seidel Humeral Locking Nail used for?

    The Seidel Humeral Locking Nail is a rod fixation device designed for intramedullary use in the humerus. It provides stabilization for fractures of the humeral shaft, helping to properly align and secure the bone during healing.

  • Is the Seidel Humeral Locking Nail reusable or single-use?

    The Seidel Humeral Locking Nail is supplied as a single-use implant. It is not designed to be reused, and each device should be discarded after a single surgical procedure to ensure patient safety and device integrity.

  • What are the regulatory approvals for the Seidel Humeral Locking Nail?

    The Seidel Humeral Locking Nail is classified under product code HSB as a Class II device with special controls. It received FDA 510(k) clearance on July 2, 1993, with the K number K931256, making it substantially equivalent to predicate devices.

  • Is the Seidel Humeral Locking Nail MRI compatible?

    No, the Seidel Humeral Locking Nail is not MRI compatible. Patients with this implant should avoid MRI scans as the device may interfere with the imaging process and potentially cause artifacts or safety concerns.