510(k) · Cleared
ClearedProxis System
Data to Oct 25, 2026 (FDA decisions) Oct 12, 2026 (recalls) Sep 30, 2026 (MAUDE) refreshed weekly
Velocimed, Inc. · NFA Temporary Coronary Saphenous Vein Bypass Graft For Embolic Protection
Cleared on Sep 7, 2006 as substantially equivalent to K042117 (Velocimed, Inc., 2005) and 4 other predicates after a 358-day review. Its family tree reaches back 4 generations to 2001. 2 later devices descend from it.
- Decided
- Sep 7, 2006
- Review
- 358 days
- Class
- Class II
- Product code
- NFA
- Recalls
- None
- Predicates
- 5
Its longest line of descent runs back 4 generations to K010579 (2001). 18 ancestors in all, the oldest K913517 (1991). 2 later devices descend from it, 2 citing it directly.
- Root · 4 generations backK010579 Stent Support Guide CatheterMedtronic Vascular · 2001 · Recalled
- 3 generations backK030201 Modification to Export Aspiration CatheterMedtronic Vascular · 2003
- 2 generations backK040869 Export CatheterMedtronic Vascular · 2004
- 1 generation backK050139 Modification to: Export CatheterMedtronic Vascular · 2005
- This deviceK052523 Proxis SystemVelocimed, Inc. · 2006
- Descendant · cites it directly · 0 of its ownK073700 6F Proxis SystemSt. Jude Medical, Inc. · 2008
- Descendant · cites it directly · 0 of its ownK073563 Modification to Proxis SystemSt Jude Medical · 2008
Most influential descendants
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Line of descent and top descendants
| Generation | Number | Device | Applicant | Decided | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| −4 | K010579 | Stent Support Guide Catheter | Medtronic Vascular | 2001 | 27 |
| −3 | K030201 | Modification to Export Aspiration Catheter | Medtronic Vascular | 2003 | — |
| −2 | K040869 | Export Catheter | Medtronic Vascular | 2004 | — |
| −1 | K050139 | Modification to: Export Catheter | Medtronic Vascular | 2005 | — |
| 0 (this device) | K052523 | Proxis System | Velocimed, Inc. | 2006 | — |
| +1 | K073700 | 6F Proxis System | St. Jude Medical, Inc. | 2008 | — |
| +1 | K073563 | Modification to Proxis System | St Jude Medical | 2008 | — |
Other ancestors by year cleared
| Year cleared | Devices | With a Class I recall |
|---|---|---|
| 1991 | 1 | 0 |
| 1993 | 1 | 0 |
| 1995 | 1 | 0 |
| 1999 | 1 | 0 |
| 2001 | 2 | 0 |
| 2002 | 3 | 0 |
| 2003 | 3 | 0 |
| 2005 | 2 | 0 |
Descendants by year cleared
| Year cleared | Devices | With a Class I recall |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 2 | 0 |
Sources: FDA 510(k) database (decision fields), the FDA summary (predicates and indications), FDA recall and enforcement reports, and MAUDE; processed by 510(k) Report. Verify on FDA.gov · Methodology and accuracy.
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- Candidate predicates for a device like this, rankedin the report
- Recall history across each candidate’s familyin the report
What was it cleared against? (5)
Devices the submitter claimed this one is substantially equivalent to (*), and reference devices cited for a specific test or feature (†), as written in the FDA summary.
| Type | Number | Device | Decided |
|---|---|---|---|
| * | K042117 | Proxis System, Model Eps 101Summary page 1…stem and for removal of soft thrombus. This Proxis System is physically identical to the predicate Proxis System, which is market cleared for a Flow Control indication (K0421 17). The Proxis System is similar in function and intended use to market cleared predicate embolic protection systems: the FilterWir… | 2005 |
| * | K023691 | Boston Scientific Filterwire EX EmbolicSummary page 1…K0421 17). The Proxis System is similar in function and intended use to market cleared predicate embolic protection systems: the FilterWire EX Embolic Protection System (K02369 1) & PercuSurge GuardWire Temporary Occlusion and Aspiration System (K013913). The Proxis System is also similar in function and in… | 2003 |
| * | K013913 | Percusurge Guardwire Plus Temporary Occlusion and Aspiration SystemSummary page 1…et cleared predicate embolic protection systems: the FilterWire EX Embolic Protection System (K02369 1) & PercuSurge GuardWire Temporary Occlusion and Aspiration System (K013913). The Proxis System is also similar in function and intended use to existing predicate aspiration catheters used fo~r removal of… | 2002 |
| * | K042937 | Modification to Vascular Solutions Pronto Extraction CatheterSummary page 1…3913). The Proxis System is also similar in function and intended use to existing predicate aspiration catheters used fo~r removal of soft thrombus: the Pronto Catheter (K042937) & Export Catheter (K050139). 1.2.2. DEVICE DESCRIPTION The Proxis Embolic Protection System is used in con… | 2005 |
| * | K050139 | Modification to: Export CatheterSummary page 1…also similar in function and intended use to existing predicate aspiration catheters used fo~r removal of soft thrombus: the Pronto Catheter (K042937) & Export Catheter (K050139). 1.2.2. DEVICE DESCRIPTION The Proxis Embolic Protection System is used in conjunction with other percutan… | 2005 |
What descends from it? (2)
2 later devices cite it directly; ranked here by how many devices descend from each in turn.
Has anything in its family been recalled? (0 Class I)
No FDA recall names this device.
No ancestor or descendant has a Class I recall.
What does this lineage say?
- The line of descent spans 5 years and passes through 2 companies; a new generation was cleared every 1.3 years on median.
- 2 of the 18 ancestors have a recall of any class.
- Of its descendants, K073700 (St. Jude Medical, Inc., 2008) has gone furthest, with 0 descendants of its own.
- 2 other devices also cite its predicate K042117.
How does its category compare?
All NFA devicesNFA Temporary Coronary Saphenous Vein Bypass Graft For Embolic Protection: FDA decisions, review times, recalls and adverse event reports over 20 years.
FDA decisions per year · NFA
2in 2008
2026 to Oct 25, outlined.
Median 510(k) review, days · NFA
Too few NFA 510(k)s in any year since 2007 to give a median.
Recalls per year · NFA
No recall names NFA since 2007.
Adverse event reports per year · NFA
91in 2025
MAUDE reports naming product code NFA, not matched to any one device; reports are not rates.
View these four charts as a table
| Year | Decisions | Median 510(k) review, days | Recalls (Class I) | MAUDE reports |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 1 | — | 0 | 110 |
| 2008 | 2 | — | 0 | 80 |
| 2009 | 0 | — | 0 | 104 |
| 2010 | 0 | — | 0 | 183 |
| 2011 | 0 | — | 0 | 45 |
| 2012 | 0 | — | 0 | 55 |
| 2013 | 0 | — | 0 | 48 |
| 2014 | 0 | — | 0 | 42 |
| 2015 | 0 | — | 0 | 41 |
| 2016 | 0 | — | 0 | 63 |
| 2017 | 0 | — | 0 | 50 |
| 2018 | 0 | — | 0 | 78 |
| 2019 | 0 | — | 0 | 40 |
| 2020 | 0 | — | 0 | 20 |
| 2021 | 0 | — | 0 | 25 |
| 2022 | 0 | — | 0 | 23 |
| 2023 | 0 | — | 0 | 22 |
| 2024 | 0 | — | 0 | 55 |
| 2025 | 0 | — | 0 | 91 |
| 2026 | 0 | — | 0 | — |
What is it indicated for?
The Proxis System is indicated for use as a proximal embolic protection system to prevent distal release of and to aspirate embolic material (thrombus/debris) in saphenous vein coronary bypass graft(s) (3.0 mm- 5.0 mm) during percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty and/or stenting procedures. The Proxis System is also indicated to control the flow of fluids and aid in the removal of fresh, soft emboli and thrombi in the coronary and peripheral…
Read the full statement (106 words)
The Proxis System is indicated for use as a proximal embolic protection system to prevent distal release of and to aspirate embolic material (thrombus/debris) in saphenous vein coronary bypass graft(s) (3.0 mm- 5.0 mm) during percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty and/or stenting procedures.
The Proxis System is also indicated to control the flow of fluids and aid in the removal of fresh, soft emboli and thrombi in the coronary and peripheral vasculature.
The safety and effectiveness of this device as an embolic protection system has not been established in the cerebral, carotid or peripheral vasculature; native coronary arteries; or for treatment of patients with acute myocardial infarction.
Indications for use as stated in the FDA summary.
https://510kreport.com/device/K052523 · printed Nov 6, 2026
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510(k) Report. “K052523: Proxis System.” Lineage record from FDA 510(k) data and the FDA summary. Updated Nov 3, 2026. Accessed Nov 6, 2026. https://510kreport.com/device/K052523
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Record history
- FDA decision record loaded May 2, 2026
- Summary read Oct 13, 2026 (extraction version 9eaa42aa01ed)
- Lineage and recalls computed Nov 3, 2026
- Page last updated Nov 3, 2026