510(k) · Cleared
ClearedPantheris Catheter (8Fr), Pantheris Catheter (7Fr)
Data to Oct 25, 2026 (FDA decisions) Oct 12, 2026 (recalls) Sep 30, 2026 (MAUDE) refreshed weekly
Avinger, Inc. · MCW Catheter, Peripheral, Atherectomy
Cleared on Mar 1, 2016 as substantially equivalent to K152275 (Avinger, Inc., 2015) after a 91-day review. Its family tree reaches back 13 generations to 1989. 1 of the 72 devices in its family, counting itself, has a Class I recall. 5 later devices descend from it.
- Decided
- Mar 1, 2016
- Review
- 91 days
- Class
- Class II
- Product code
- MCW
- Recalls
- None
- Predicates
- 1
Its longest line of descent runs back 13 generations to K890505 (1989). 66 ancestors in all, the oldest K861606 (1986). 5 later devices descend from it, 1 citing it directly. 1 of the 72 devices in this family, counting this one, has a Class I recall.
- Root · 13 generations backK890505 Usci Grey/Black Guide WireC.R. Bard, Inc. · 1989
- 9 generations between
- 3 generations backK123532 Ocelot Pixl CatheterAvinger, Inc. · 2012
- 2 generations backK140185 Ocelot Catheter, Ocelot Pixl Catheter, Lightbox ConsoleAvinger, Inc. · 2014
- 1 generation backK152275 Pantheris SystemAvinger, Inc. · 2015
- This deviceK153460 Pantheris Catheter (8Fr), Pantheris Catheter (7Fr)Avinger, Inc. · 2016
- Descendant · cites it directly · 4 of its ownK160827 Pantheris CatheterAvinger, Inc. · 2016
- Descendant · 2 generations on · 3 of its ownK162326 Pantheris Catheter, Lightbix HS Imaging Console, Lightbox SledAvinger, Inc. · 2016
- Descendant · 3 generations on · 2 of its ownK172236 Pantheris Catheter (8F), Pantheris Catheter (7F), Lightbox HS…Avinger, Inc. · 2017
- Descendant · 4 generations on · 1 of its ownK173862 Pantheris SystemAvinger, Inc. · 2018
- Descendant · 5 generations on · 0 of its ownK212047 Pantheris SystemAvinger, Inc. · 2021
Show all 13 generations
- Root · 13 generations backK890505 Usci Grey/Black Guide WireC.R. Bard, Inc. · 1989
- 12 generations backK961271 Usci Commander Series Guide WiresC.R. Bard, Inc. · 1996
- 11 generations backK990639 Acs HI-Torque Cross IT 100XT, 200XT and 300XT Guide Wires with…Guidant Corp. · 1999
- 10 generations backK011986 Safe-Steer Guide Wire SystemIntra Luminal Therapeutics, Inc. · 2002
- 9 generations backK021323 Modification to Safe-Steer Guide Wire SystemIntra Luminal Therapeutics, Inc. · 2002
- 8 generations backK032031 Safe-Cross Radio Frequency Total Occlusion Crossing SystemIntra Luminal Therapeutics, Inc. · 2004
- 7 generations backK062868 The Crosser Catheter, Model CR1100 and System Electronics, Model…Flowcardia, Inc. · 2007
- 6 generations backK072776 The Crosser SystemFlowcardia, Inc. · 2007 · Recalled
- 5 generations backK111338 Wildcat CatheterAvinger, Inc. · 2011
- 4 generations backK122380 Ocelot SystemAvinger, Inc. · 2012
- 3 generations backK123532 Ocelot Pixl CatheterAvinger, Inc. · 2012
- 2 generations backK140185 Ocelot Catheter, Ocelot Pixl Catheter, Lightbox ConsoleAvinger, Inc. · 2014
- 1 generation backK152275 Pantheris SystemAvinger, Inc. · 2015
- This deviceK153460 Pantheris Catheter (8Fr), Pantheris Catheter (7Fr)Avinger, Inc. · 2016
Class I recalls in this family
- K060327 Vascular Solutions Twin-Pass Dual Access…8 generations back · 2006
Most influential descendants
Showing 5 of 5 · See all- K160827Pantheris CatheterAvinger, Inc. · 2016 · cites it directly4descendants
- K162326Pantheris Catheter, Lightbix HS Imaging Console, Lightbox SledAvinger, Inc. · 2016 · 2 generations on3descendants
- K172236Pantheris Catheter (8F), Pantheris Catheter (7F), Lightbox HS Imaging Console, Lightbox…Avinger, Inc. · 2017 · 3 generations on2descendants
- K173862Pantheris SystemAvinger, Inc. · 2018 · 4 generations on1descendant
- K212047Pantheris SystemAvinger, Inc. · 2021 · 5 generations on0descendants
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Line of descent and top descendants
| Generation | Number | Device | Applicant | Decided | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| −13 | K890505 | Usci Grey/Black Guide Wire | C.R. Bard, Inc. | 1989 | — |
| −12 | K961271 | Usci Commander Series Guide Wires | C.R. Bard, Inc. | 1996 | — |
| −11 | K990639 | Acs HI-Torque Cross IT 100XT, 200XT and 300XT Guide Wires with Hydrocoat… | Guidant Corp. | 1999 | — |
| −10 | K011986 | Safe-Steer Guide Wire System | Intra Luminal Therapeutics, Inc. | 2002 | — |
| −9 | K021323 | Modification to Safe-Steer Guide Wire System | Intra Luminal Therapeutics, Inc. | 2002 | — |
| −8 | K032031 | Safe-Cross Radio Frequency Total Occlusion Crossing System | Intra Luminal Therapeutics, Inc. | 2004 | — |
| −7 | K062868 | The Crosser Catheter, Model CR1100 and System Electronics, Model FG1002-02 | Flowcardia, Inc. | 2007 | — |
| −6 | K072776 | The Crosser System | Flowcardia, Inc. | 2007 | 1 |
| −5 | K111338 | Wildcat Catheter | Avinger, Inc. | 2011 | — |
| −4 | K122380 | Ocelot System | Avinger, Inc. | 2012 | — |
| −3 | K123532 | Ocelot Pixl Catheter | Avinger, Inc. | 2012 | — |
| −2 | K140185 | Ocelot Catheter, Ocelot Pixl Catheter, Lightbox Console | Avinger, Inc. | 2014 | — |
| −1 | K152275 | Pantheris System | Avinger, Inc. | 2015 | — |
| 0 (this device) | K153460 | Pantheris Catheter (8Fr), Pantheris Catheter (7Fr) | Avinger, Inc. | 2016 | — |
| +1 | K160827 | Pantheris Catheter | Avinger, Inc. | 2016 | — |
| +2 | K162326 | Pantheris Catheter, Lightbix HS Imaging Console, Lightbox Sled | Avinger, Inc. | 2016 | — |
| +3 | K172236 | Pantheris Catheter (8F), Pantheris Catheter (7F), Lightbox HS Imaging Console… | Avinger, Inc. | 2017 | — |
| +4 | K173862 | Pantheris System | Avinger, Inc. | 2018 | — |
| +5 | K212047 | Pantheris System | Avinger, Inc. | 2021 | — |
Other ancestors by year cleared
| Year cleared | Devices | With a Class I recall |
|---|---|---|
| 1986 | 2 | 0 |
| 1987 | 1 | 0 |
| 1988 | 5 | 0 |
| 1989 | 1 | 0 |
| 1991 | 2 | 0 |
| 1992 | 1 | 0 |
| 1993 | 3 | 0 |
| 1994 | 1 | 0 |
| 1995 | 1 | 0 |
| 1997 | 1 | 0 |
| 1998 | 3 | 0 |
| 1999 | 1 | 0 |
| 2000 | 4 | 0 |
| 2001 | 2 | 0 |
| 2002 | 4 | 0 |
| 2003 | 6 | 0 |
| 2004 | 3 | 0 |
| 2005 | 4 | 0 |
| 2006 | 4 | 1 |
| 2007 | 1 | 0 |
| 2009 | 1 | 0 |
| 2010 | 2 | 0 |
Descendants by year cleared
| Year cleared | Devices | With a Class I recall |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 2 | 0 |
| 2017 | 1 | 0 |
| 2018 | 1 | 0 |
| 2021 | 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.
1 device in this family has a Class I recall. A 510(k) Report weighs predicate choices, recall history and review times for a new device like this one.
Top candidate predicates for a new MCW device
- #1 K233668 Auryon Atherectomy Catheter 1.5 mm XL…score 17.6 · 18 generations · no Class I recall
- #2 Held for the reportin the report
- #3 Held for the reportin the report
What was it cleared against? (1)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| * | K152275 | Pantheris SystemSummary page 5…Pg. 2 of 5 PREDICATE DEVICES The modified Pantheris Catheter is substantially equivalent to the original Pantheris Catheter cleared under K152275. DEVICE DESCRIPTION The Pantheris System recently received clearance under K152275 to remove plaque (atherectomy) from partially… | 2015 |
What descends from it? (5)
1 later device cites it directly; ranked here by how many devices descend from each in turn.
| Number | Device | Decided | Descendants |
|---|---|---|---|
| K160827 | Pantheris Catheter | 2016 | 4 |
Has anything in its family been recalled? (1 Class I)
No FDA recall names this device.
Relatives with a Class I recall
Class I is FDA’s most serious recall class. A recall in the family tree is context for this device, not evidence about it.
- K060327Vascular Solutions Twin-Pass Dual Access Catheter and Skyway Support CatheterVascular Solutions, Inc. · 2006 · 8 generations back · ◆ in the 2006 ancestors bar of FIG. 11 Class I recall
What does this lineage say?
- The line of descent spans 27 years and passes through 5 companies; a new generation was cleared every 1.5 years on median.
- 5 of the 66 ancestors have a recall of any class; 1 has a Class I recall.
- Of its descendants, K160827 (Avinger, Inc., 2016) has gone furthest, with 4 descendants of its own.
- 1 other device also cites its predicate K152275.
How does its category compare?
All MCW devicesMCW Catheter, Peripheral, Atherectomy: FDA decisions, review times, recalls and adverse event reports over 20 years. 2016, this device’s year, is highlighted.
FDA decisions per year · MCW
3in 2025
2026 to Oct 25, outlined.
Median 510(k) review, days · MCW
46in 2025
Receipt to decision; years with fewer than 3 clearances left blank.
Recalls per year · MCW
2in 2024
Class I (4 since 2007) Class II/III not classified
Adverse event reports per year · MCW
677in 2025
MAUDE reports naming product code MCW, 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 | 5 | 43 | 2 | 50 |
| 2008 | 6 | 33 | 1 | 115 |
| 2009 | 8 | 27 | 3 | 105 |
| 2010 | 6 | 30 | 1 | 167 |
| 2011 | 6 | 39 | 0 | 204 |
| 2012 | 5 | 29 | 0 | 194 |
| 2013 | 5 | 30 | 0 | 134 |
| 2014 | 7 | 117 | 0 | 210 |
| 2015 | 6 | 30 | 0 | 377 |
| 2016 | 5 | 60 | 2 | 409 |
| 2017 | 7 | 91 | 2 | 415 |
| 2018 | 8 | 103 | 0 | 537 |
| 2019 | 3 | 112 | 0 | 618 |
| 2020 | 2 | — | 0 | 631 |
| 2021 | 6 | 119 | 2 (2) | 734 |
| 2022 | 6 | 69 | 2 (2) | 566 |
| 2023 | 4 | 104 | 1 | 574 |
| 2024 | 3 | 41 | 2 | 677 |
| 2025 | 3 | 46 | 0 | 677 |
| 2026 | 1 | — | 0 | — |
What is it indicated for?
The Pantheris System is intended to remove plaque (atherectomy) from partially occluded vessels in the peripheral vasculature with a reference diameter of 3.0mm to 7.0 mm, using OCT-assisted orientation as an adjunct to fluoroscopy. The Pantheris System is NOT intended for use in the iliac, coronary, cerebral, renal or carotid vasculature.
Indications for use as stated in the FDA summary.
https://510kreport.com/device/K153460 · printed Nov 6, 2026
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510(k) Report. “K153460: Pantheris Catheter (8Fr), Pantheris Catheter (7Fr).” Lineage record from FDA 510(k) data and the FDA summary. Updated Nov 3, 2026. Accessed Nov 6, 2026. https://510kreport.com/device/K153460
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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