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Siemens-Elema Pulse Generator 668

by Siemens Elema AB

510(k) K801324

Active United States

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No expiry

510(k) clearance is not time-limited

FDA recalls

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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 NumberK801324 Date1 Dec 1980ClearedStatusActive

Recalls

0 recalls · FDA

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

Coverage

1 jurisdiction

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Specification

510(k)

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

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

The Siemens-Elema Pulse Generator 668 is an implantable pacemaker pulse-generator, designed to deliver electrical impulses to regulate heart rhythm in patients with bradycardia or other cardiac conduction disorders. Classified as a Class III device under FDA regulations, it is intended for use in cardiac pacing applications where consistent and reliable stimulation is required.

This device is supplied as a reusable component within a pacemaker system and is regulated under FDA 510(k) clearance (K801324) with a decision of Substantially Equivalent. It is intended for use in clinical settings by trained medical professionals, adhering to sterile handling protocols for implantation. The device is not single-use and requires proper storage and maintenance as per manufacturer guidelines to ensure functionality and patient safety.

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Questions

AI-generated answers, 18 Sep 2026

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

  • What is the primary purpose of the Siemens-Elema Pulse Generator 668 in a clinical setting?

    The Siemens-Elema Pulse Generator 668 is designed to regulate heart rhythm by delivering electrical impulses to patients with bradycardia or cardiac conduction disorders. It serves as an implantable component in a pacemaker system to ensure consistent and reliable cardiac stimulation.

  • Is this device intended for single-use or can it be reused after implantation?

    The Siemens-Elema Pulse Generator 668 is explicitly described as a reusable component within a pacemaker system. It requires proper storage and maintenance to ensure functionality and patient safety, as outlined by the manufacturer.

  • What type of regulatory clearance does this device hold, and how was it determined?

    The Siemens-Elema Pulse Generator 668 holds FDA 510(k) clearance (K801324) with a decision labeled as *Substantially Equivalent*. This classification was determined through a traditional review process by the FDA’s Cardiovascular (CV) advisory committee, confirming its compliance with existing pacemaker standards.

  • How should this device be handled during and after implantation to maintain sterility?

    Since the device is implanted, sterile handling protocols must be strictly followed during the procedure. While the device itself is reusable, its components and related materials must adhere to manufacturer guidelines for storage and maintenance to prevent contamination and ensure long-term reliability.

  • What medical specialty is primarily responsible for using this device, and where was it originally reviewed?

    This device falls under the *Cardiovascular* medical specialty and was originally reviewed by the FDA’s Cardiovascular (CV) advisory committee. It is intended for use by trained medical professionals in clinical settings specializing in cardiac pacing.