Siemens-Elema Myocardial Lead
510(k) K810036
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Regulatory status
| Region | Authorization | Number | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | FDA 510(k)SESE | NumberK810036 | Date29 Jan 1981 | StatusActive |
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United States — FDA 510(k) Active
Specification
- 510(k) Number
- FDA Product Code
- DXY
- Device Class
- Class III
- Regulation
- 21 CFR Part 870.3610
- Advisory Committee
- Cardiovascular
- FDA Decision
- SESE Substantially Equivalent
Overview
AI-generated summary, 18 Sep 2026
The Siemens-Elema Myocardial Lead is a pacing lead designed for implantation in the myocardium, intended for use with implantable pacemaker pulse generators. It facilitates electrical stimulation of the heart to regulate cardiac rhythm in patients requiring cardiac pacing support.
This device is supplied as a single-use, sterile component and is classified as a Class III medical device under FDA regulations (DXY product code). It is intended for use in cardiovascular procedures and has received FDA 510(k) clearance (K810036) under the Traditional pathway, with a decision date of January 29, 1981. Storage and handling must comply with sterile medical device protocols.
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Questions
AI-generated answers, 18 Sep 2026
What is the primary purpose of the Siemens-Elema Myocardial Lead in clinical practice?
The Siemens-Elema Myocardial Lead is designed for implantation in the myocardium to provide electrical stimulation of the heart. It is specifically intended for use with implantable pacemaker pulse generators to help regulate cardiac rhythm in patients who require cardiac pacing support, ensuring proper heart function when natural conduction is insufficient.
Is this device intended for single-use or can it be reused after implantation?
The Siemens-Elema Myocardial Lead is explicitly supplied as a single-use, sterile component. This design ensures patient safety and sterility, as reuse could compromise integrity and introduce infection risks, which is critical for implanted devices.
How should the lead be stored to maintain its sterility and functionality?
The lead must be stored and handled according to sterile medical device protocols to preserve its sterility. Since it is single-use, proper packaging and storage conditions—such as avoiding contamination, moisture, or extreme temperatures—are essential to ensure it remains viable for its intended surgical use.
What regulatory pathway was followed for FDA clearance of this device, and what does that mean for its use?
The Siemens-Elema Myocardial Lead received FDA 510(k) clearance under the Traditional pathway, with a decision date of January 29, 1981. This means the device was determined to be substantially equivalent to a legally marketed predicate device, allowing it to enter the market with the required regulatory approval for use in the U.S. as an implantable pacing lead.
What types of pacemaker systems is this lead compatible with, and how is it classified under FDA regulations?
The lead is designed for use with implantable pacemaker pulse generators and is classified as a Class III medical device under FDA regulations (product code DXY). Class III classification applies to devices that support or sustain human life, are of substantial importance in preventing impairment of human health, or present a potential unreasonable risk of illness or injury. This reflects its critical role in cardiac rhythm management.