Vicor Model 410A Implantable Pacemaker Pulse-Generator
510(k) K873202
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Regulatory status
| Region | Authorization | Number | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | FDA 510(k)SESE | NumberK873202 | Date15 Oct 1987 | StatusActive |
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United States — FDA 510(k) Active
Specification
- Full name
- Vicor, Model 410A
- 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 Vicor Model 410A is an implantable pacemaker pulse-generator, classified as a Class III device under FDA regulations. It features a power supply and electronic circuits designed to generate periodic electrical pulses that stimulate cardiac contraction, ensuring proper heart rhythm in patients requiring pacing support.
This device is intended for surgical implantation and is regulated under FDA 510(k) clearance (K873202) with a decision date of October 15, 1987. Supplied sterile and intended for single-use, it falls under the product code DXY and is categorized under the Cardiovascular Device Advisory Committee. No additional regulatory status beyond the stated FDA clearance is implied.
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Questions
AI-generated answers, 18 Sep 2026
What is the primary purpose of the Vicor Model 410A pacemaker, and how does it function in the body?
The Vicor Model 410A is an implantable pacemaker pulse-generator designed to regulate heart rhythm by delivering controlled electrical pulses to the heart. It is surgically implanted and uses its internal power supply and electronic circuits to stimulate cardiac contraction when the patient’s natural rhythm is insufficient, ensuring proper pacing support for patients requiring it.
Is the Vicor Model 410A intended for reuse, or is it meant to be used only once after implantation?
The Vicor Model 410A is supplied sterile and explicitly intended for single-use only. Once implanted, it is not designed for removal or reuse, aligning with standard practices for implantable cardiac devices to maintain patient safety and sterility.
What regulatory pathway was followed for FDA clearance of this device, and which committee reviewed it?
The Vicor Model 410A received FDA clearance through a Traditional 510(k) process (K873202), determined to be *substantially equivalent* to a predicate device. The review was conducted under the Cardiovascular Device Advisory Committee (CV), reflecting its classification as a Class III device under FDA regulations.
How is the device packaged and stored before use, and are there any special handling requirements?
The Vicor Model 410A is supplied sterile and packaged for surgical implantation. While specific storage instructions aren’t detailed in the data, standard practices for implantable devices—such as protecting from moisture, extreme temperatures, and physical damage—should be followed. Always refer to the manufacturer’s included instructions for precise handling.