510(k) · Cleared
ClearedSinus Spacer
Data to Oct 25, 2026 (FDA decisions) Oct 12, 2026 (recalls) Sep 30, 2026 (MAUDE) refreshed weekly
Acclarent, Inc. · KAM Cannula, Sinus
Cleared on Mar 19, 2008 as substantially equivalent to K062458 (Acclarent, Inc., 2006) and 3 other predicates after a 161-day review. Its family tree reaches back 1 generation to 1991. 3 later devices descend from it.
- Decided
- Mar 19, 2008
- Review
- 161 days
- Class
- Class I
- Product code
- KAM
- Recalls
- None
- Predicates
- 4
Its longest line of descent runs back 1 generation to K912418 (1991). 4 ancestors in all. 3 later devices descend from it, 1 citing it directly.
- Root · 1 generation backK912418 Shikani Middle Meatal Antrostomy Vent TubeMicromedics, Inc. · 1991
- This deviceK072891 Sinus SpacerAcclarent, Inc. · 2008
- Descendant · cites it directly · 2 of its ownK083574 Relieva Stratus Microflow SpacerAcclarent, Inc. · 2009
- Descendant · 2 generations on · 1 of its ownK093594 Modification to Relieva Stratus Microflow SpacerAcclarent, Inc. · 2010
- Descendant · 3 generations on · 0 of its ownK110687 Relieva Stratus Pro Microflow Spacer (Frontal)Acclarent, Inc. · 2011
Most influential descendants
Showing 3 of 3 · See all- K083574Relieva Stratus Microflow SpacerAcclarent, Inc. · 2009 · cites it directly2descendants
- K093594Modification to Relieva Stratus Microflow SpacerAcclarent, Inc. · 2010 · 2 generations on1descendant
- K110687Relieva Stratus Pro Microflow Spacer (Frontal)Acclarent, Inc. · 2011 · 3 generations on0descendants
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Line of descent and top descendants
| Generation | Number | Device | Applicant | Decided | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| −1 | K912418 | Shikani Middle Meatal Antrostomy Vent Tube | Micromedics, Inc. | 1991 | — |
| 0 (this device) | K072891 | Sinus Spacer | Acclarent, Inc. | 2008 | — |
| +1 | K083574 | Relieva Stratus Microflow Spacer | Acclarent, Inc. | 2009 | — |
| +2 | K093594 | Modification to Relieva Stratus Microflow Spacer | Acclarent, Inc. | 2010 | — |
| +3 | K110687 | Relieva Stratus Pro Microflow Spacer (Frontal) | Acclarent, Inc. | 2011 | — |
Other ancestors by year cleared
| Year cleared | Devices | With a Class I recall |
|---|---|---|
| 1995 | 1 | 0 |
| 2005 | 1 | 0 |
| 2006 | 1 | 0 |
Descendants by year cleared
| Year cleared | Devices | With a Class I recall |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 1 | 0 |
| 2010 | 1 | 0 |
| 2011 | 1 | 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? (4)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| * | K062458 | Ethmoid Sinus SpacerSummary page 1…21 CFR 878.4800 Classification Name: Manual surgical instrument for general use Product Code: KAM Predicate Devices: Ethmoid Sinus Spacer (K06245 8) Rains Frontal Sinus Stent (K95 1066) Micromedics, Inc. Sphenoid Sinus St… | 2006 |
| * | K951066 | Rains Frontal Sinus StentSummary page 1…ument for general use Product Code: KAM Predicate Devices: Ethmoid Sinus Spacer (K06245 8) Rains Frontal Sinus Stent (K95 1066) Micromedics, Inc. Sphenoid Sinus Stent (K050340) Shikani Middle Meatal A… | 1995 |
| * | K050340 | Micromedics Sphenoid Sinus StentSummary page 1…Ethmoid Sinus Spacer (K06245 8) Rains Frontal Sinus Stent (K95 1066) Micromedics, Inc. Sphenoid Sinus Stent (K050340) Shikani Middle Meatal Antrostomy Stent (K912418) Device Description: The Sinus Spacer is a… | 2005 |
| * | K912418 | Shikani Middle Meatal Antrostomy Vent TubeSummary page 1…l Sinus Stent (K95 1066) Micromedics, Inc. Sphenoid Sinus Stent (K050340) Shikani Middle Meatal Antrostomy Stent (K912418) Device Description: The Sinus Spacer is a device that maintains an opening at the intended… | 1991 |
What descends from it? (3)
1 later device cites it directly; ranked here by how many devices descend from each in turn.
| Number | Device | Decided | Descendants |
|---|---|---|---|
| K083574 | Relieva Stratus Microflow Spacer | 2009 | 2 |
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?
- None of the 4 ancestors has a recall.
- Of its descendants, K083574 (Acclarent, Inc., 2009) has gone furthest, with 2 descendants of its own.
How does its category compare?
All KAM devicesKAM Cannula, Sinus: FDA decisions, review times, recalls and adverse event reports over 20 years. 2008, this device’s year, is highlighted.
FDA decisions per year · KAM
1in 2011
2026 to Oct 25, outlined.
Median 510(k) review, days · KAM
Too few KAM 510(k)s in any year since 2007 to give a median.
Recalls per year · KAM
No recall names KAM since 2007.
Adverse event reports per year · KAM
3in 2016
MAUDE reports naming product code KAM, 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 | 0 |
| 2008 | 2 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 | 1 | — | 0 | 5 |
| 2010 | 1 | — | 0 | 12 |
| 2011 | 1 | — | 0 | 8 |
| 2012 | 0 | — | 0 | 9 |
| 2013 | 0 | — | 0 | 7 |
| 2014 | 0 | — | 0 | 12 |
| 2015 | 0 | — | 0 | 3 |
| 2016 | 0 | — | 0 | 3 |
| 2017 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 | 0 | — | 0 | — |
What is it indicated for?
The Sinus Spacer is indicated for use as a postoperative spacer to maintain an opening to the nasal sinuses within the first 14 days following surgery. The Sinus Spacer also helps to prevent obstructions.
Indications for use as stated in the FDA summary.
https://510kreport.com/device/K072891 · printed Nov 6, 2026
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510(k) Report. “K072891: Sinus Spacer.” Lineage record from FDA 510(k) data and the FDA summary. Updated Nov 3, 2026. Accessed Nov 6, 2026. https://510kreport.com/device/K072891
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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