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SternaLock Sternal Closure System

Biomet Microfixation

Summary

Biomet Microfixation received 510(k) clearance for SternaLock Sternal Closure System, a HRS device. Cleared on 2022-05-17.

Details

Source

510(k) Clearance

External ID

K212782

Action Date

2022-05-17

Status

Traditional

Category

device

Product Code

HRS

Product Description

SternaLock Sternal Closure System. Product code: HRS.

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. Biomet Microfixation has received 6 total clearances in our database.

Biomet Microfixation has 6 FDA actions in our database, including 6 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 Biomet Microfixation have FDA actions?

Biomet Microfixation has 6 FDA actions in our database, including 0 recalls and 6 device clearances.

Where can I find the official FDA record?

The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "K212782" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.

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