GalaFORM 3d
GalaFORM 3D is a bioresorbable surgical mesh that supports and reinforces soft tissue where weakness or a defect requires additional material. It is used in plastic and reconstructive…
GalaFORM 3D is a bioresorbable surgical mesh that supports and reinforces soft tissue where weakness or a defect requires additional material. It is used in plastic and reconstructive surgery, general soft tissue reconstruction and repair of fascial defects.
The scaffold is made from poly-4-hydroxybutyrate and has a three-dimensional curve supported by a rim of the same polymer. The rim provides a stiffer edge to help the mesh conform where a flat design may be unsuitable.
Listed Item
GalaFORM 3D scaffold is a bioresorbable surgical mesh manufactured from poly-4-hydroxybutyrate (P4HB). P4HB is produced from a naturally occurring monomer and is processed into monofilament fibers and knitted into a surgical scaffold. The scaffold has a 3D curvature supported with a P4HB rim designed to promote better conformance with a patient’s anatomy in locations in which a flat design does not easily conform. P4HB bioresorbs through a process of hydrolysis and hydrolytic enzymatic digestion. It has been developed to optimize resorption rate and prolong strength retention in order to provide support throughout the expected period of healing. Although the scaffold loses strength with time, its porous construction was designed to allow native tissue ingrowth and gradual transfer of load from the scaffold to the tissue. Pre-clinical implantation studies indicate that GalaFORM 3D scaffold retains approximately 70% of its strength at 12 weeks. Bioresorption of the scaffold material will be essentially complete within 18-24 months.
Tissue Support
The porous structure permits tissue ingrowth as the scaffold gradually loses strength and transfers load to the tissue. The polymer breaks down through hydrolysis and enzymatic digestion. The mesh is sterilized with ethylene oxide and intended for single use.
Who Else Makes It
Registered in Fujian.
| Manufacturer | City | Province | Registered as | Device types |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xiamen MK Health Care Product Co., Ltd. | Xiamen | Fujian | Manufacturer | 7 |
Record
| Listed by | Tepha, Incorporated, United States |
|---|---|
| FDA product code | OOD |
| Device type | Surgical Film |
| Device class | Class 2 |
| Regulation | 21 CFR 878.3300 |
| Establishment | Specification developer, Manufacturer |
| 510(k) | K162922 |
| Record published | 2017-05-01 |
| Record revised | 2025-09-17 (version 8) |
Specifications
| MRI safety | Labeling does not contain MRI Safety Information |
|---|---|
| Sterilisation | Ethylene Oxide |
| Supplied sterile | Yes |
| Single use | Yes |
| Prescription | Prescription only |
| Label carries | lot or batch number, expiry date |
| Sizes | Height 2.5 to 7.6 cm; length 7.6 to 21 cm; outer diameter 7.6 cm |
| Distribution end date | 2020-09-25 |
Catalogue Numbers
| Catalogue number | Size | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 100043-03 | Height 6.4 cm | Withdrawn |
| 100043-07 | Height 7.6 cm | Withdrawn |
| 100043-11 | Length 10.2 cm | Withdrawn |
| 100043-02 | Length 15.5 cm | Withdrawn |
| 100043-10 | Height 2.5 cm | Withdrawn |
| 100043-04 | Length 18.5 cm | Withdrawn |
| 100043-14 | Outer Diameter 7.6 cm | Withdrawn |
| 100043-12 | Height 2.5 cm | Withdrawn |
| 100043-01 | Height 5.3 cm | Withdrawn |
| 100043-09 | Length 7.6 cm | Withdrawn |
| 100043-13 | Outer Diameter 7.6 cm | Withdrawn |
| 100043-06 | Length 21 cm | Withdrawn |
| 100043-05 | Height 7.5 cm | Withdrawn |
Same Product Code
| Product | Sold by | Catalogue numbers |
|---|---|---|
| Phasix | Davol Inc. | 37 |
| GalaFLEX Scaffold | Tepha, Incorporated | 14 |
| GalaFLEX Lite | Tepha, Incorporated | 14 |
| GalaFLEX 3D | Tepha, Incorporated | 14 |
| GalaSHAPE 3D | Tepha, Incorporated | 14 |
| GalaFLEX Lite | Davol Inc. | 13 |
| GalaFLEX 3DR | Tepha, Incorporated | 13 |
| GalaFLEX 3D | Davol Inc. | 7 |
| GalaFLEX 3DR | Davol Inc. | 6 |
| GalaFLEX | Davol Inc. | 5 |
| Gelfilm | Pharmacia & Upjohn Company LLC | 2 |
510(K) Clearances
| Clearance | Decision date |
|---|---|
| K233999 | 2024-04-09 |
| K202425 | 2021-08-19 |
| K162922 | 2017-02-23 |
| K161092 | 2016-08-23 |
| K140533 | 2014-05-21 |
| K130326 | 2013-05-07 |
| K113723 | 2012-02-15 |
| K113721 | 2012-02-15 |
| K111946 | 2011-09-26 |
| K091633 | 2009-08-07 |
| K070894 | 2007-04-13 |
Recalls
1 of these is Class II. Class II means a temporary or reversible health consequence. Volume alone is not a quality signal: a manufacturer that ships more recalls more.
| Initiated | FDA class | Root cause | Reason | Quantity | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016-11-21 | Class II | Process design | Endotoxin values from testing of retains slightly exceeded the established specification. | 29 | 2017-01-05 |
Source: U.S. FDA establishment registration and device listing records, public domain. Restructured for clarity and searchability. Not affiliated with or endorsed by the FDA. Records are records: nothing here is an offer of sale.