Silastic H.P. Trapexial Implant
by Dow Corning Corp. Healthcare Industries Materials
510(k) K781756
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Regulatory status
| Region | Authorization | Number | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | FDA 510(k)SESE | NumberK781756 | Date15 Nov 1978 | StatusActive |
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United States — FDA 510(k) Active
Specification
- 510(k) Number
- FDA Product Code
- KYI
- Device Class
- Class II
- Regulation
- 21 CFR Part 888.3770
- Advisory Committee
- Orthopedic
- FDA Decision
- SESE Substantially Equivalent
Overview
AI-generated summary, 28 Sep 2026
This device is a prosthesis for the wrist, specifically designed for the carpal trapezium, as defined in the nomenclature authority. It is made from Silastic H.P. material, a biomedical grade silicone elastomer intended for implantation in humans.
The implant is supplied as a single-use device and is indicated for orthopedic use. It received FDA 510(k) clearance under K781756 and is classified as a Class II medical device. The device is manufactured by Dow Corning Corp. Healthcare Industries Materials and is not MRI conditional or sterile unless explicitly stated in labeling, which is not provided in the data.
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Questions
AI-generated answers, 28 Sep 2026
What is the SILASTIC H.P. TRAPEXIAL IMPLANT used for?
This device is a prosthesis specifically designed for the carpal trapezium bone in the wrist, intended to replace or support the trapezium in orthopedic procedures involving wrist joint reconstruction or stabilization.
Is the SILASTIC H.P. TRAPEXIAL IMPLANT supplied sterile or for single use?
The implant is supplied as a single-use device; however, the data does not indicate it is provided sterile, and sterility is not explicitly stated in the labeling information available, so users must consult the product labeling for sterilization status before use.
What material is the SILASTIC H.P. TRAPEXIAL IMPLANT made from, and what is its regulatory classification?
The implant is made from Silastic H.P., a biomedical grade silicone elastomer intended for human implantation, and is classified as a Class II medical device under FDA regulation, having received 510(k) clearance under K781756 as substantially equivalent to a predicate device.