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PENTAX Medical Video Upper GI Scopes EG17-J10

Pentax of America, Inc.

Summary

Pentax of America, Inc. received 510(k) clearance for PENTAX Medical Video Upper GI Scopes EG17-J10, a FDS device. Cleared on 2021-10-20.

Details

Source

510(k) Clearance

External ID

K210177

Action Date

2021-10-20

Status

Traditional

Category

device

Product Code

FDS

Product Description

PENTAX Medical Video Upper GI Scopes EG17-J10. Product code: FDS.

Context & Analysis

A 510(k) clearance means the FDA determined this device is substantially equivalent to a legally marketed device. This is one of 403 device clearances issued this month. Pentax of America, Inc. has received 16 total clearances in our database.

Pentax of America, Inc. has 22 FDA actions in our database, including 6 recalls and 16 clearances.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 510(k) clearance mean?

A 510(k) is an FDA premarket submission demonstrating that a device is substantially equivalent to a legally marketed device. It does NOT mean FDA approval — it means the device is cleared for marketing because it's similar enough to an existing cleared device. Most medical devices reach market via 510(k) rather than full PMA approval.

How often does Pentax of America, Inc. have FDA actions?

Pentax of America, Inc. has 22 FDA actions in our database, including 6 recalls and 16 device clearances.

Where can I find the official FDA record?

The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "K210177" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.

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