Wallach Cardiac Cryosurgical System 800
by Wallach Surgical Devices, Inc.
510(k) K880416
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Regulatory status
| Region | Authorization | Number | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | FDA 510(k)SESE | NumberK880416 | Date26 Sep 1988 | StatusActive |
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United States — FDA 510(k) Active
Specification
- Full name
- Wccs 800 Wallach Cardiac Cryosurgical System
- 510(k) Number
- FDA Product Code
- GEH
- Device Class
- Class II
- Regulation
- 21 CFR Part 878.4350
- Advisory Committee
- General, Plastic Surgery
- FDA Decision
- SESE Substantially Equivalent
Overview
AI-generated summary, 1 Oct 2026
The Wallach Cardiac Cryosurgical System 800 is a cryosurgical device designed for controlled tissue destruction. It employs extreme cold to ablate defined areas of tissue, commonly used in cardiac and general surgical procedures. The system falls under the category of cryosurgical units, which utilize cryogenic methods to achieve precise tissue effects without direct cutting or thermal burns.
This system is supplied as a reusable medical device and is intended for use in sterile surgical environments. It includes multiple accessories and probes, as indicated by the associated product codes, and is classified under FDA regulation 878.4350. The device received FDA 510(k) clearance (K880416) under the General, Plastic Surgery advisory committee, with a traditional clearance pathway. Storage and handling must comply with standard surgical instrument protocols to maintain sterility and functionality.
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Questions
AI-generated answers, 1 Oct 2026
What is the Wallach Cardiac Cryosurgical System 800 used for?
The Wallach Cardiac Cryosurgical System 800 is a cryosurgical device that uses controlled extreme cold to destroy targeted tissue without cutting or thermal burns. It is primarily employed in cardiac and general surgical procedures where precise tissue ablation is required, such as in arrhythmia treatments or tumor removals.
Is the Wallach Cardiac Cryosurgical System 800 reusable or single-use?
The Wallach Cardiac Cryosurgical System 800 is designed as a reusable medical device. It must be maintained and sterilized according to standard surgical instrument protocols to ensure functionality and sterility for repeated use in sterile surgical environments.
What accessories or probes are included with the Wallach Cardiac Cryosurgical System 800?
The system includes multiple accessories and probes, as indicated by the associated FDA product codes (e.g., 3002987034, 3010242262, etc.). These accessories are intended to complement the device’s cryosurgical capabilities, enabling precise tissue ablation in various surgical applications.
How should the Wallach Cardiac Cryosurgical System 800 be stored?
The device must be stored and handled in compliance with standard surgical instrument protocols to maintain sterility and functionality. Since it is reusable, proper cleaning, sterilization, and storage procedures are critical to prevent contamination and ensure safe, repeated use in clinical settings.
What regulatory pathway was followed for the Wallach Cardiac Cryosurgical System 800?
The Wallach Cardiac Cryosurgical System 800 received FDA 510(k) clearance (K880416) under the General, Plastic Surgery advisory committee. The clearance was granted through a traditional pathway, confirming its substantial equivalence to a predicate device under FDA regulation 878.4350.