# Medical Devices; Cardiovascular Devices; Classification of the Mechanical Deviation Device for Esophageal Protection During Cardiac Ablation Procedures

**Action Urgency Score:** 30/100

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Health and Human Services Department; Food and Drug Administration |
| Type | Final rule |
| Action | Final amendment; final order. |
| Published | 2026-09-10 |
| Effective | 2026-09-10 |
| Significant | No |
| CFR parts | 21 CFR 870 |
| Summary | The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is classifying the mechanical deviation device for esophageal protection during cardiac ablation procedures into class II (special controls). The special controls that apply to the device type are identified in this order and will be part of the codified language for classification of the mechanical deviation device for esophageal protection during cardiac ablation procedures. We are taking this action because we have determined that classifying the device into class II will provide a reasonable assurance of the safety and effectiveness of the device. We  |
| Document number | 2026-18433 |

## Why this score
- Final rule.

Source: Federal Register API (Office of the Federal Register) (https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/09/10/2026-18433/medical-devices-cardiovascular-devices-classification-of-the-mechanical-deviation-device-for). Last refreshed: 2026-11-04T21:40:49.974Z.
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