Ussc Monofilament Polysorb Suture
by United States Surgical, A Division of Tyco Healthc
510(k) K945285
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FDA recalls
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Regulatory status
| Region | Authorization | Number | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | FDA 510(k)SN | NumberK945285 | Date21 Aug 1995 | StatusActive |
Recalls
No FDA recalls found in the data synced 22 Oct 2026.
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United States — FDA 510(k) Active
Specification
- 510(k) Number
- FDA Product Code
- GAM
- Device Class
- Class II
- Regulation
- 21 CFR Part 878.4493
- Advisory Committee
- General, Plastic Surgery
- FDA Decision
- SN
Overview
AI-generated summary, 23 Sep 2026
This device is a synthetic absorbable suture made of polyglycolic acid, classified as a suture, absorbable, synthetic, polyglycolic acid. It is a monofilament suture designed for use in general and plastic surgery procedures.
The suture is supplied sterile and intended for single-use. It is regulated under FDA 510(k) clearance (K945285) and falls under device class II with regulation number 878.4493. No information regarding MRI safety, specific sizes, or storage conditions is provided in the data.
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Questions
AI-generated answers, 23 Sep 2026
What is the USSC MONOFILAMENT POLYSORB SUTURE used for?
This device is a synthetic absorbable suture made of polyglycolic acid, designed for use in general and plastic surgery procedures, as indicated in the device description and advisory committee classification.
How is the USSC MONOFILAMENT POLYSORB SUTURE supplied and is it reusable?
The suture is supplied sterile and intended for single-use only, as explicitly stated in the description, meaning it should not be reprocessed or reused after initial use.
What regulatory pathway was used for the USSC MONOFILAMENT POLYSORB SUTURE?
The device is regulated under FDA 510(k) clearance with K-number K945285, classified as a Class II device under regulation number 878.4493, based on traditional submission and substantial equivalence for some indications.