(a) Identification. A cutaneous oxygen (PcO2) monitor is a noninvasive, heated sensor (e.g., a Clark-type polargraphic electrode) placed on the patient's skin that is intended to monitor relative changes in the cutaneous oxygen tension.
(b) Classification. Class II (special controls). The special control for this device is FDA's ``Class II Special Controls Guidance Document: Cutaneous Carbon Dioxide (PcCO2) and Oxygen (PcO2) Monitors; Guidance for Industry and FDA.'' See Sec. 868.1(e) for the availability of this guidance document. [67 FR 76681, Dec. 13, 2002]