| [Code of Federal Regulations] |
| [Title 21, Volume 8] |
| [Revised as of April 1, 2012] |
| [CITE: 21CFR874.3430] |
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CHAPTER I--FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES |
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| SUBCHAPTER H--MEDICAL DEVICES |
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PART 874 -- EAR, NOSE, AND THROAT DEVICES
Subpart D--Prosthetic Devices
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Sec. 874.3430 Middle ear mold.
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(a)Identification. A middle ear mold is a preformed device that is intended to be implanted to reconstruct the middle ear cavity during repair of the tympanic membrane. The device permits an ample air-filled cavity to be maintained in the middle ear and promotes regeneration of the mucous membrane lining of the middle ear cavity. A middle ear mold is made of materials such as polyamide, polytetrafluoroethylene, silicone elastomer, or polyethylene, but does not contain porous polyethylene. (b)Classification. Class II.
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