NPE — Material, Embolization, Neurovascular, Polymerizing Or Precipitating Class III

FDA Device Classification

FDA product code NPE covers "Material, Embolization, Neurovascular, Polymerizing Or Precipitating", a Class III medical device. Submissions are reviewed by the Unknown panel.

Classification Details

Product Code
NPE
Device Class
Class III
Regulation Number
Submission Type
Review Panel
NE
Medical Specialty
Unknown
Implant
No

Definition

This is an neurovascular embolization device which is placed in a blood vessel to permanently obstruct blood flow to an aneurysm or other vascular malformation. It is unlike the coil or particulate embolization devices in that it polymerizes or precipitates in situ. Particulate or coil-based embolic agents are delivered in pre-formed shapes and configurations.