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PMA Final Decisions Rendered for February 2006

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PMA Original Approvals

None

PMA Supplemental Approvals

P830045/S092
2/8/06
180-Day
Identity ADx DR/XL DR, Identity ADx SR, Identity ADx VDR, Identity ADx DC Integrity ADx DR/XL DR, Integrity ADx DR/XL SR, Verity ADx XL DR, Verity ADx XL VDR, Verity ADx XL SR, Verity ADx XL SC,
Verity ADx XL DC
St. Jude Medical
Sylmar, CA
91342
Approval for manufacturing site located at St. Jude Medical Puerto Rico, Caguas, Puerto Rico.
P830055/S095
2/22/06
Special
LCS® Total Knee System
DePuy Orthopaedics, Inc.
Warsaw, IN
46581
Approval for the addition of an extra inspection step that is being added to the Kemet process for certain tibial trays in order to inspect the platform thickness prior to polishing.  The additional inspection is being implemented to monitor the wear of the Kemet lapping plates.
P840001/S083
2/16/06
135-Day
Synergy Versitrel, Itrel 3, DCI (Synergy)
Medtronic, Inc.
Shoreview, MN
55126
Approval for a change in the quality inspection process for the titanium can seam weld analysis.
P840001/S091
2/8/06
Special
Medtronic Neurostimulation System (Itrel 3, Restore™, Synergy®,
Synergy Versitrel®, Synergy Plus+™, and Synergy Compact Plus+™)
Medtronic, Inc.
Minneapolis, MN
55432
Approval for revised text to the caution in the “Placing a percutaneous lead” section of the Instructions for Use section of the following manuals:  Model 3898 Pisces-Octad Lead Kit Implant Manual, Model 3487 A
Pisces Quad, Model 3887 Pisces Quad Compact, and Model 3888 Pisces Quad Plus Lead Kits Implant Manual, and Model 3890 Pisces Z Quad, Model 3891 Pisces Z Quad Compact, and Model 3892 Pisces Z Quad Plus Lead Kits Implant Manual.
P880086/S111
2/8/06
180-Day
Identity ADx DR/XL DR, Identity ADx SR, Identity ADx VDR, Identity ADx DC Integrity ADx DR/XL DR, Integrity ADx DR/XL SR, Verity ADx XL DR, Verity ADx XL VDR, Verity ADx XL SR, Verity ADx XL SC,
Verity ADx XL DC
St. Jude Medical
Sylmar, CA
91342
Approval for manufacturing site located at St. Jude Medical Puerto Rico, Caguas, Puerto Rico.
P890003/S092
2/16/06
135-Day
Thera/Prodigy
Medtronic, Inc.
Shoreview, MN
55126
Approval for a change in the quality inspection process for the titanium can seam weld analysis.
P890003/S096
2/15/06
Real-Time
Alternate Hard Disk Drive for Medtronic CareLink Programmer Model 2090
Medtronic, Inc.
Minneapolis, MN
55432
Approval for the Alternate Hard Disk Drive for Medtronic CareLink Programmer Model 2090.
P890003/S099
2/28/06
Special
CareLink Monitor 2490G, 2490H and 2490J
Medtronic, Inc.
Shoreview, MN
55126
Approval for electrical safety instructions for the CareLink Monitor.
P900061/S061
2/28/06
Special
GEM Model 7227 Implantable Device
Medtronic, Inc.
Shoreview, MN
55126
Approval for electrical safety instructions for the CareLink Monitor.
P910023/S089
2/8/06
180-Day
Identity ADx DR/XL DR, Identity ADx SR, Identity ADx VDR, Identity ADx DC Integrity ADx DR/XL DR, Integrity ADx DR/XL SR, Verity ADx XL DR, Verity ADx XL VDR, Verity ADx XL SR, Verity ADx XL SC,
Verity ADx XL DC
St. Jude Medical
Sylmar, CA
91342
Approval for manufacturing site located at St. Jude Medical Puerto Rico, Caguas, Puerto Rico.
P910031/S022
2/16/06
180-Day
Merlin PTCA Catheter (OTW) and NC Merlin PTCA Catheter (OTW)
Abbott Vascular Devices
Redwood City, CA
94063
Approval for the Merlin PTCA Catheter (OTW) and NC Merlin PTCA Catheter (OTW).  The Merlin PTCA Catheter (OTW) is indicated for use in balloon dilatation of the stenotic portion of a coronary artery or bypass graft stenosis for the purpose of improving myocardial perfusion.  The NC Merlin PTCA Catheter (OTW) is indicated for use in balloon dilatation of the stenotic portion of a coronary artery or bypass graft stenosis for the purpose of improving myocardial perfusion, and for the post-delivery expansion of balloon expandable stents.
P910031/S023
2/16/06
180-Day
Merlin PTCA Catheter (OTW) and NC Merlin PTCA Catheter (OTW)
Abbott Vascular Devices
Redwood City, CA
94063
Approval for the Merlin PTCA Catheter (OTW) and NC Merlin PTCA Catheter (OTW).  The Merlin PTCA Catheter (OTW) is indicated for use in balloon dilatation of the stenotic portion of a coronary artery or bypass graft stenosis for the purpose of improving myocardial perfusion.  The NC Merlin PTCA Catheter (OTW) is indicated for use in balloon dilatation of the stenotic portion of a coronary artery or bypass graft stenosis for the purpose of improving myocardial perfusion, and for the post-delivery expansion of balloon expandable stents.
P920015/S031
2/7/06
180-Day
CapSureFix® Models 4568, 4067, 5068, 5067, 5568; SureFix® Model 5072; Sprint™ Models 6945, 6943; Sprint™ Quattro Model 6947
Medtronic, Inc.
Minneapolis, MN
55432
Approval for change to the monolithic controlled-released device (MCRD) and addition of dexamethasone sodium phosphate (DSP) to the distal tip of the leads previously listed.
P930039/S020
2/7/06
180-Day
CapSureFix® Models 4568, 4067, 5068, 5067, 5568; SureFix® Model 5072; Sprint™ Models 6945, 6943; Sprint™ Quattro Model 6947
Medtronic, Inc.
Minneapolis, MN
55432
Approval for change to the monolithic controlled-released device (MCRD) and addition of dexamethasone sodium phosphate (DSP) to the distal tip of the leads previously listed.
P950037/S042
2/14/06
180-Day
Setrox S Steroid-Eluting Active-Fixation Endocardial Pacing Lead (Models Setrox S 45, Setrox S 53, and Setrox S 60)
Biotronik, Inc.
Lake Oswego, OR
97035
Approval for modifications to the Selox SR pacing lead family to change the steroid dosage, maximum lead body diameter, and ring electrode base material, as well as other minor changes.  The device, as modified, will be marketed under the trade name Setrox S Steroid-Eluting Active-Fixation Endocardial Pacing Lead and is indicated for permanent pacing and sensing.
P960009/S033
2/16/06
135-Day
Kinetra, Soletra Medtronic, Inc.
Shoreview, MN
55126
Approval for a change in the quality inspection process for the titanium can seam weld analysis.
P960013/S015
2/7/06
Real-Time
Tendril ST Lead Models 1788T/TC and 1782 TC
St. Jude Medical, CRMD
Sylmar, CA
91342
Approval for the Tendril ST Lead Models 1788T/TC and 1782 TC.  The devices, as modified, will be marketed under the trade names Tendril ST Model 1788 T, Tendril ST Model 1788TC, and Tendril ST Model 1782TC.  The Tendril ST Model 1788 lead is designed for permanent sensing in either the right atrium or the right ventricle, in combination with a compatible pulse generator.  The Tendril ST Model 1782 lead is designed for permanent sensing and pacing in the right atrium, in combination with a compatible pulse generator.
P960016/S014
2/24/06
180-Day
Livewire TC™ Steerable Electrophysiology Catheter – Safire Model
St. Jude Medical
Minnetonka, MN
55345
Approval for modifications to the handle design, deflection mechanism, deflection curves, materials, manufacturing processes, and packaging.
P960052/S011
2/10/06
Real-Time
High Viscosity DERMABOND® Mini Applicator
Closure Medical Corporation
Raleigh, NC
27616
Approval for the design change of the High Viscosity DERMABOND® applicator so that it has a reduced fill volume compared to the original high viscosity Dermabond applicator (0.325 grams rather than -.565 grams of the original product).  The device, High Viscosity DERMABOND® Mini Applicator, as modified, is indicated for “topical application to hold closed approximated wound edges of trauma induced lacerations or surgical incisions, including punctures from minimally invasive surgery, that otherwise could be closed with sutures of U.S.P. size 5-0 or smaller diameter, staples, or adhesive strips and that do not require4 topical medications after closure.”
P970004/S034
2/21/06
135-Day
Interstim
Medtronic, Inc.
Shoreview, MN
55126
Approval for a change in the quality inspection process for the titanium can seam weld anaysis.
P970008/S028
2/6/06
Real-Time
Urologix Targis™ System
Urologix, Inc.
Minneapolis, MN
55447
Approval for modification of the control unit (Targis “Cool Wave” Control Unit Model 5000A or Next Generation Control Unit – NGCU), software, and operating modes for both the Targis™ Microwave Delivery System (MDS) and Targis™ Cooled ThermoCath MDS.
P970012/S018
2/16/06
135-Day
Kappa 400
Medtronic, Inc.
Shoreview, MN
55126
Approval for a change in the quality inspection process for the titanium can seam weld analysis.
D970012/S028
2/3/06
180-Day
AMS 700™ Series Product Line Inflatable Penile Prostheses
American Medical Systems, Inc.
Minnetonka, MN
55343
Approval for design and packaging modifications to the pump (the AMS 700 MS Pump), cylinder, rear tip extender, and reservoir components, as well as associated labeling changes.
P980016/S059
2/16/06
135-Day
Marquis DR, Marquis VR, Maximo DR, Maximo VR, Intrinsic 30, Intrinsic, EnTrust 30J/35J
Medtronic, Inc.
Shoreview, MN
55126
Approval for a change in the quality inspection process for the titanium can seam weld analysis.
P980016/S060
2/1/06
Real-Time
Model 90001 EGMP5 Download Application used Medtronic Maximo DR/VR Models 7278 and 7232 ICD systems
Medtronic, Inc.
Shoreview, MN
55126
Approval for the Model 90001 EGMP5 Download Application used Medtronic Maximo DR/VR Models 7278 and 7232 ICD systems.
P980016/S065
2/22/06
Real-Time
Medtronic Entrust ICD’s
Medtronic, Inc.
Shoreview, MN
55126
Approval for the Medtronic Model 9987 application software version 1.3 and version 1.5 for Medtronic EnRhythm IPG and EnTrust ICD systems.
P980016/S068
2/28/06
Special
GEM DR, GEM II DR and VR, GEM III DR and VR, Onyx, Marquis DR and VR, Maximo DR and VR, Intrinsic and Intrinsic 30 Implantable Devices
Medtronic, Inc.
Shoreview, MN
55126
Approval for electrical safety instructions for the CareLink Monitor.
P980035/S049
2/16/06
135-Day
Kappa 700/600, Vitatron, Kappa 900/800, EnPulse, Sigma, Medtronic 350 Series, EnRhythm Medtronic, Inc.
Shoreview, MN
55126
Approval for a change in the quality inspection process for the titanium can seam weld analysis.
P980035/S053
2/22/06
Real-Time
Medtronic P1501 DR EnRhythm IPG System
Medtronic, Inc.
Shoreview, MN
55126
Approval for the Medtronic Model 9987 application software version 1.3 and version 1.5 for Medtronic EnRhythm IPG and EnTrust ICD systems.
P990004/S009
2/2/06
Real-Time
Surgifoam Absorbable Gelatin Powder
Johnson & Johnson Wound Management Worldwide
Somerville, NJ
08876
Approval for a 3 gram size package of the Surgifoam Absorbable Gelatin Powder.
P000008/S008
2/2/06
180-Day
LAP-BAND® Adustable Gastric Banding (LAGB) System
Inamed Corporation
Santa Barbara, CA
93111
Approval for an optional accessory device, the RapidPort™ System, to be used with the LAGB System Access Port II.
P000020/S010
2/16/06
180-Day
Scorpion/
Scorpion M Ablation Catheter
C.R. Bard, Inc.
Lowell, MA
01851
Approval for the addition of a second articulation to the Stinger S/Stinger SM line of RF ablation catheters.  The device, as modified, will be marketed under the trade name Scorpion/Scorpion M, and is indicated for creating focal endocardial lesions during cardiac ablation procedures to treat arrhythmias, and for cardiac electrophysiological mapping and delivering diagnostic pacing stimuli.  In addition, approval for a change in the indications for use of the TempLink/ TempLink M connection cables to include the Scorpion/Scorpion M catheters in the list of catheters with which it can be used.
P000032/S017
2/16/06
Special
Her Option™ Cryoablation Therapy System
American Medical Systems
Minnetonka, MN
55343
Approval for a change to the quality tests used to evaluate the thermocouple wiring in the Disposable Control Unit (DCU) and for a change to the labeling to include additional precautions/instructions for the year.
P000039/S015
2/22/06
Special
AMPLATZER® Septal Occluder (ASO) Device
AGA Medical Corporation
Golden Valley, MN
55427
Approval for labeling changes to address reported adverse events such as tissue erosion/perforation and device embolization.
P000043/S013
2/27/06
Special
TherMatrix® Office Thermo Therapy System™
American Medical Systems
Minnetonka, MN
55343
Approval for a revision of catheter labels and the addition of an enhanced label to the existing labeled stock.
P010012/S074
2/16/06
Special
EASYTRAK 3 IS-1 and LV-1 Heart Failure Leads
Guidant Corporation
St. Paul, MN
55112
Approval for the addition of a clarification and inspection step to the proximal electrode manufacturing assembly process for Easytrak Leads.
P010017/S007
2/13/06
Real-Time
SenoScan® Full Field Digital Mammography System
Fischer Imaging Corporation
Denver, CO
80241
Approval for software changes to correct several “bugs” that improve service workflow efficiency, improve user workflow efficiency, and improve image archiving.
P010029/S001
2/27/06
180-Day
Euflexxa™
Ferring Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Suffern, NY
10901
Approval for
1) changing the storage conditions specified in the product labeling from, “Store in a cold dark place [2º-8 º C (36º-46º F)].  Protect from light.  Do not freeze”.  2) Change the specified shelf life time in the labeling form 3 years (at refrigerated temperatures) to 12 months.  The device, as modified, will be marketed under the trade name Euflexxa™ and is indicated for the treatment of pain in osteoarthritis (OA) of the knee in patients who have failed to respond adequately to conservative non-pharmacologic therapy and to simple analgesics (e.g., acetaminophen.)
P010031/S029
2/16/06
135-Day
InSync ICD, InSync Marquis, InSync II Marquis, InSync III Marquis, InSync II Protect, InSync III Protect, InSync Sentry, InSync Maximo
Medtronic, Inc.
Shoreview, MN
55126
Approval for a change in the quality inspection process for the titanium can seam weld analysis.
P010031/S035
2/28/06
Special
InSync Marquis, InSync Maximo, InSync Sentry and InSync II Marquis Implantable Devices
Medtronic, Inc.
Shoreview, MN
55126
Approval for electrical safety instructions for the CareLink Monitor.
P010062/S003
2/21/06
180-Day
Boston Orthokeratology (oprifocon A) Shaping Lens for Overnight Wear for Bausch & Lomb Vision Shaping Treatment
Bausch & Lomb, Inc.
Rochester, NY
14609
Approval of revisions to the post-approval regression analysis protocol.
P020018/S008
2/9/06
Special
Cook Zenith® Renu™ AAA Ancillary Graft
Cook, Inc.
Bloomington, IN
47402
Approval for modifying the instructions for use (IFU) for the Cook Zenith® Renu AAA Ancillary Graft to reinforce the precaution not to inflate the molding balloon in the vessel outside the graft.
P020022/S003
2/17/06
135-Day
Bayer Versant® HCV RNA 3.0 Assay (bDNA)
Bayer HealthCare LLC
East Walpole, MA
02032
Approval for changes in the production of the capture wells.
P020024/S006
2/6/06
Real-Time
Amplatzer Duct Occluder and 180 Degree Delivery System
AGA Medical Corporation
Golden Valley, MN
55427
Approval for modifications to the end screw design.
P020024/S008
2/6/06
Real-Time
Amplatzer Duct Occluder and 180 Degree Delivery System
AGA Medical Corporation
Golden Valley, MN
55427
Approval for modifications to the end screw design.
P020041/S001
2/15/06
Real-Time
FemCap™ Barrier Contraceptive
FemCap, Inc.
Mission Viejo, CA
92691
Approval for a protocol to extend the shelf life of the FemCap™ Contraceptive Barrier from three years to five years.
P030010/S003
2/15/06
Real-Time
Siemens Mammomat NovationDR Full Field Digital Mammography System
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc.
Malvern, PA
19355
Approval for use of the Siemens Mammomat NovationDR Full Field Digital Mammography System (Mammomat NovationDR) in a mobile environment.
P030032/S005
2/28/06
180-Day
Hylaform (hylan B gel), Hylaform Plus, Captique
Genzyme Corporation
Cambridge, MA
01242
Approval of a clarification of the definition of serious adverse events.
P030044/S001
2/1/06
Real-Time
DakoCytomation EGFR PharmDx™ Kit
DakoCytomation California, Inc.
Carpinteria, CA
93013
Approval for additional labeling changes include a clarification in the definition of positive staining for individual tumor cells, inclusion of limitation about Cetuximab response rate for negative/ positive patients and performance indices for patients who had <1% positive tumor cells for EGFR.
P030045/S001
2/28/06
180-Day
Intrastent® Double Strut Stent
Ev3, Inc.
Plymouth, MN
55442
Approval for a manufacturing site located at Ev3, Inc., Plymouth, Minnesota and a new sterilization site located at Steris Isomedix Services, Inc.
Minneapolis, Minnesota.
P030054/S018
2/15/06
180-Day
QuickSite XL Model 1058T Left Ventricular Pacing Lead
St. Jude Medical Cardiac Rhythm Management Division
Sylmar, CA
91342
Approval for a modification to the QuickSite XL Model 1058T Left Ventricular Pacing Lead to increase the peak-to-peak amplitude of then distal S-curve height to 16 mm.  The device, as modified, will be marketed under the trade name QuickSite XL Model 1058T Left Ventricular Pacing Lead and is indicated for application as part of a St. Jude Medical biventricular system.
P040002/S002
2/8/06
180-Day
Powerlink® System
Endologix
Irvine, CA
92618
Approval for a manufacturing site in Irvine, California.
P040023/S001
2/1/06
135-Day
Duraloc® Option Ceramic Hip System
DePuy Orthopaedic, Inc.
Warsaw, IN
46581
Approval for manufacturing process changes by CeramTec, Inc. for the Biolox® forte ceramic femoral heads and inserts.

30-Day Notices (135 Day Supplement was not required)

P850049/S009
2/3/06
Bird’s Nest® Vena Cava Filter
Cook, Inc.
Bloomington, IN
47402
Change to the sterilization type within the same facility.
P900060/S036
2/1/06
CarboMedics Prosthetic Heart Valve, Carbo-Seal Ascending Aortic Prosthesis and Carbo-Seal Valsalva Ascending Aortic Prosthesis
CarboMedics, Inc.
Austin, TX
78752
Increase in the sterilization dwell time from 30 to 35 minutes.
P910023/S094
2/16/06
St Jude Medical Housecall Plus™ Transtelephonic Monitoring System
St. Jude Medical
Sunnyvale, CA
94086
Modifications to the connector and crystal components of the transmitter used in the Housecall Plus™ Transtelephonic Monitoring System.
P910023/S095
2/16/06
Photon Micro, Epic™, Atlas®, Epic+™, and Atlas+® Families of Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillators (ICDs)
St. Jude Medical
Sunnyvale, CA
94086
Change from a manual testing process of the flex feed thru assembly process to an automated process.
P910023/S097
2/16/06
Photon Micro & Atlas Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillators (ICDs)
St. Jude Medical
Sunnyvale, CA
94086
Change in the verification testing performed by the battery vendor.
P910071/S008
2/24/06
ADATO® SIL-OL 5000 Silicone Oil
Bausch & Lomb, Inc.
San Dimas, CA
91773
Removal of the heat sterilization sub-lot suffix from the labeling.
P950005/S020
2/16/06
Celsius, Celsius II Bi-Directional, Celsius RMT, Celsius DS and Celsius Thermo Cool Deflectable Tip Diagnostic/Ablation Catheters, Navistar, Navistar DS, and Navistar Thermo Cool Deflectable Tip Diagnostic/Ablation Catheters, Qwikstar and Qwikstar DS Diagnostic/Ablation Catheters, Catheter Interface Cables
Biosense Webster, Inc.
Diamond Bar, CA
91765
Change in the product release.
D970003/S059
2/1/06
INSIGNIA I Family of Implantable Pacemakers and NEXUS Family of Implantable Pacemakers
Guidant Corporation
St. Paul, MN
55112
Addition of two alternate suppliers to the INSIGNIA/NEXUS families of implantable devices.
P970035/S046
2/1/06
S660 Over-The-Wire Coronary Stent System and S660 Zipper MX Coronary Stent System
Medtronic Vascular
Santa Rosa, CA
95403
Manufacturing process change to eliminate the post-annealing Metallography inspection.
P970051/S036
2/27/06
Nucleus 24 Cochlear Implant System (CI24R & CI24RE models)
Cochlear
Americas
Englewood, CO
80112
Implementation of three manufacturing process changes for CI24R and CI24RE Model Cochlear Implants Powder Injection-Moulded (PIM) Ceramic Feedthrough assembly.
P990025/S010
2/16/06
Celsius, Celsius II Bi-Directional, Celsius RMT, Celsius DS and Celsius Thermo Cool Deflectable Tip Diagnostic/Ablation Catheters, Navistar, Navistar DS, and Navistar Thermo Cool Deflectable Tip Diagnostic/Ablation Catheters, Qwikstar and Qwikstar DS Diagnostic/Ablation Catheters, Catheter Interface Cables
Biosense Webster, Inc.
Diamond Bar, CA
91765
Change in the product release.
P000010/S006
2/17/06
AMPLICOR® HEPATITIS C VIRUS (HCV) Test, version 2.0
Roche Molecular Systems, Inc.
Pleasanton, CA
94588
Changes in the testing parameters used to construct a specific conjugate, and an upgrade in the HPLC software.
P000012/S007
2/17/06
COBAS AMPLICOR® HEPATITIS C VIRUS (HCV) Test, version 2.0
Roche Molecular Systems, Inc.
Pleasanton, CA
94588
Changes in the testing parameters used to construct a specific conjugate, and an upgrade in the HPLC software.
P000032/S016
2/2/06
Her Option™ Cryoablation Therapy System
American Medical Systems
Minnetonka, MN
55343
Use of an alternate resistor supplier and a change in the resistor’s assembly process.
P010068/S008
2/16/06
Celsius, Celsius II Bi-Directional, Celsius RMT, Celsius DS and Celsius Thermo Cool Deflectable Tip Diagnostic/Ablation Catheters, Navistar, Navistar DS, and Navistar Thermo Cool Deflectable Tip Diagnostic/Ablation Catheters, Qwikstar and Qwikstar DS Diagnostic/Ablation Catheters, Catheter Interface Cables
Biosense Webster, Inc.
Diamond Bar, CA
91765
Change in the product release.
P030027/S001
2/16/06
Ceramic Transcend Articulation System
Wright Medical Technology, Inc.
Arlington, TN
38002
Manufacturing process changes by CeramTec, Inc. for the Biolox® forte ceramic femoral heads and inserts.
P030031/S003
2/16/06
Celsius, Celsius II Bi-Directional, Celsius RMT, Celsius DS and Celsius Thermo Cool Deflectable Tip Diagnostic/Ablation Catheters, Navistar, Navistar DS, and Navistar Thermo Cool Deflectable Tip Diagnostic/Ablation Catheters, Qwikstar and Qwikstar DS Diagnostic/Ablation Catheters, Catheter Interface Cables
Biosense Webster, Inc.
Diamond Bar, CA
91765
Change in the product release.
P030054/S021
2/24/06
QuickSite® Model 1056K leads
St. Jude Medical, CRMD
Sylmar, CA
91342
Change in vendors for the tubing material.
P040002/S003
2/1/06
Powerlink® System
Endologix
Irvine, CA
92618
Switch from two-part epoxy requiring 48-hour cure time to two-part epoxy requiring 1-hour cure time.
P050009/S001
2/1/06
C2a-Taper™ Acetabular System
Biomet, Inc.
Warsaw, IN
46582
Manufacturing process changes by CeramTec, Inc. for the Biolox® forte ceramic femoral heads and inserts.

Summary of PMA Originals & Supplements Approved
Originals: 0
Supplements: 52

Summary of PMA Originals Under Review
Total Under Review: 97 
Total Active: 42 
Total On Hold:55
Number Greater Than 180 Days: 4

Summary of PMA Supplements Under Review
Total Under Review: 447 
Total Active: 279 
Total On Hold: 168 
Number Greater Than 180 Days: 10

Summary of All PMA Submissions Received
Originals: 5
Supplements: 122

Summary of PMA Supplement PMA Approval/Denial Decision Times
Number of Approvals: 52
Number of Denials: 0 
Average Days Fr Receipt to Decision (Total Time): 136.7  
FDA Time: 93.4 Days     MFR Time: 43.3 Days

Updated March 15, 2006

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