QGX — General Use Pneumatic Tourniquet Class I

FDA Device Classification

FDA product code QGX covers "General Use Pneumatic Tourniquet", a Class I medical device regulated under 21 CFR 878.5910. Submissions are reviewed by the General, Plastic Surgery panel.

Classification Details

Product Code
QGX
Device Class
Class I
Regulation Number
878.5910
Submission Type
Review Panel
SU
Medical Specialty
General, Plastic Surgery
Implant
No

Definition

A pneumatic tourniquet is an air-powered device consisting of a pressure-regulating unit, connecting tubing, and an inflatable cuff. The cuff is intended to be wrapped around a patient's limb and inflated to reduce or totally occlude circulation.