DUET TRS RELOADS, DUET TRS RELOADS WITH TRI-STAPLE TECHNOLOGY, ENDO GIA UNIVERSAL AND ULTRA UNIVERSAL STAPLERS
K120258 · Covidien, Formerly US Surgical A Divison of Tyco H · GDW · Feb 29, 2012 · General, Plastic Surgery
Device Facts
Record ID
K120258
Device Name
DUET TRS RELOADS, DUET TRS RELOADS WITH TRI-STAPLE TECHNOLOGY, ENDO GIA UNIVERSAL AND ULTRA UNIVERSAL STAPLERS
Applicant
Covidien, Formerly US Surgical A Divison of Tyco H
Product Code
GDW · General, Plastic Surgery
Decision Date
Feb 29, 2012
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 878.4750
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic, Pediatric
Indications for Use
The Endo GIA™ Universal Staplers with Duet TRS™ reloads have applications in abdominal, gynecologic and pediatric surgery for resection, transection and creation of anastomoses. They may be used for transection and resection of liver substance, hepatic vasculature and biliary structures and for transection and resection of pancreas. The Duet TRS™ Reloads with Tri-Staple™ Technology have applications in abdominal, gynecologic and pediatric surgery for resection, transection and creation of anastomoses. They may be used for transection and resection of liver substance, hepatic vasculature and biliary structures and for transection and resection of pancreas.
Device Story
Duet TRS™ Reloads and Duet TRS™ Reloads with Tri-Staple™ Technology are surgical stapler cartridges used with Endo GIA™ Universal and Ultra Universal Staplers. The device places two, triple-staggered rows of titanium staples while simultaneously dividing tissue and an integrated synthetic absorbable reinforcement film. The reinforcement material is composed of glycolide, dioxanone, and trimethylene carbonate, secured with BIOSYN™ synthetic absorbable suture. Used in open or endoscopic surgical procedures (via trocar access) by surgeons to perform resections, transections, and anastomoses in abdominal, gynecologic, and pediatric applications. The device provides mechanical tissue approximation and division, aiding in hemostasis and tissue management. No software or electronic components are involved.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Performance evaluations were not required to support this labeling modification as the devices are identical to the predicate devices.
Technological Characteristics
Disposable surgical stapler reloads. Materials: Titanium staples, synthetic absorbable film (glycolide, dioxanone, trimethylene carbonate), BIOSYN™ synthetic absorbable suture. Materials comply with ISO 10993-1. Mechanical actuation via Endo GIA™ stapler handle. No software, electronics, or energy sources.
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients undergoing abdominal, gynecologic, or pediatric surgery requiring resection, transection, or creation of anastomoses, including liver substance, hepatic vasculature, biliary structures, and pancreas.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An implantable staple is a staple-like device intended to connect internal tissues to aid healing. It is not absorbable.
Duet TRS™ Reloads with Tri-Staple™ Technology (K103263, K111825)
Endo GIA™ Universal and Ultra Universal Staplers (K111825)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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KI20258
## 510(k) Summary of Safety and Effectiveness
FEB 2 9 2012
| SUBMITTER: | Surgical Devices, a global business unit<br>of Tyco Healthcare Group LP (d/b/a Covidien)<br>60 Middletown Avenue<br>North Haven, CT 06473<br>Tel. No.: (203) 492-5352 |
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Jennifer Brennan Manager, Regulatory Affairs
DATE PREPARED:
CONTACT PERSON:
January 20, 2012
Duet TRS™ Reloads. TRADE/PROPRIETARY NAME:
Duet TRS™ Reloads with Tri-Staple™ Technology
Endo GIA™ Universal and Ultra Universal Staplers
Surgical Stapler with Implantable Staples
COMMON/USUAL NAME:
PREDICATE DEVICE(S):
Staples, Implantable CLASSIFICATION NAME:
Duet TRS Reloads (K080898, K111825)
Duet TRS™ Reloads with Tri-Staple™ Technology (K103263, K111825)
Endo GIA ™ Universal and Ultra Universal Staplers (K111825)
DEVICE DESCRIPTION:
The Duet TRS™ Reloads when used with Endo GIA™ Staplers place two, triple-staggered rows of titanium staples along with two layers of absorbable tissue reinforcement material (one layer on cartridge side and one laver on anvil side) and simultaneously divides the tissue and reinforcement material between the two, triple-staggered staple rows.
The Duet TRS™ Reloads with Tri-Staple™ Technology when used with Endo GIA™ Staplers places two, triple-staggered rows of titanium staples along with two layers of absorbable tissue reinforcement material (one layer on cartridge side and one layer on anvil side) and simultaneously divides the tissue and reinforcement material between the two, triple-staggered staple rows.
The staple line reinforcement material is a synthetic absorbable film prepared from synthetic polyester composed of glycolide, dioxanone, and trimethylene carbonate. The staple line reinforcement material supplied on each Reload is undyed (natural) and secured to the anvil and cartridge with BIOSYN™ synthetic absorbable suture.
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The Endo GIA™ Universal and Ultra Universal Staplers (K111825) with associated staple cartridge reloads are articulating, disposable surgical staplers that simultaneously transect and staple various types of internal tissues. Each can be used in both endoscopic and open surgical procedures, is available in multiple sizes, is for endoscopic procedures and can be introduced and used through appropriately sized trocar endoscopic access cannulae.
The Endo GIA™ Universal Staplers with Duet TRS™ reloads have applications in abdominal. gynecologic and pediatric surgery for resection, transection and creation of anastomoses. They may be used for transection and resection of liver substance, hepatic vasculature and biliary structures and for transection and resection of pancreas
The Duet TRS™ Reloads with Tri-Staple™ Technology have applications in abdominal, gynecologic and pediatric surgery for resection, transection and creation of anastomoses. They may be used for transection and resection of liver substance, hepatic vasculature and biliary structures and for transection and resection of pancreas
Duet TRS™ Reloads and the Duet TRS™ Reloads with Tri-Staple™ Technology and the Endo GIA™ Staplers Universal and Ultra Universal are identical to the predicate devices.
All components of the Duet TRS™ Reloads and the Duet TRS™ Reload with Tri-Staple™ Technology and the Endo GIA™ Staplers (Universal and Ultra Universal) are comprised of materials that are in accordance with ISO Standard 10993-1. ·
There have been no changes to the design of the Duet TRS™ Reloads, the Duet TRS™ Reloads with Tri-Staple™ Technology, or the Endo GIA™ Universal and Ultra Universal Staplers Performance evaluations were not required to support this labeling modification.
## INTENDED USE:
TECHNOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS:
MATERIALS:
## PERFORMANCE DATA:
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Room -WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
Covidien % Ms. Jennifer Brennan Manager, Regulatory Affairs 60 Middletown Avenue · North Haven, Connecticut 06473
FEB 2 9 2012
Re: K120258
Trade/Device Name: Duet TRS™ Reloads Duet TRS™ Reloads with Tri-Staple™ Technology Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.4750 Regulation Name: Implantable staple Regulatory Class: II Product Code: GDW Dated: January 25, 2012 Received: January 27, 2012
Dear Ms. Brennan:
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device referenced above and have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to legally marketed predicate devices marketed in interstate commerce prior to May 28, 1976, the enactment date of the Medical Device Amendments, or to devices that have been reclassified in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (Act) that do not require approval of a premarket approval application (PMA). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. The general controls provisions of the Act include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration. Please note: CDRH does not evaluate information related to contract liability warranties. We remind you, however, that device labeling must be truthful and not misleading.
If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 898. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register.
Please be advised that FDA's issuance of a substantial equivalence determination does not mean that FDA has made a determination that your device complies with other requirements of the Act
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or any Federal statutes and regulations administered by other Federal agencies. You must comply with all the Act's requirements, including, but not limited to: registration and listing (21 CFR Part 807); labeling (21 CFR Part 801); medical device reporting (reporting of medical device-related adverse events) (21 CFR 803); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820); and if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050.
If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801), please go to http://www.fda.gov/AboutFDA/CentersOffices/CDRH/CDRHOffices/ucm115809.htm for the Center for Devices and Radiological Health's (CDRH's) Office of Compliance. Also, please note the regulation entitled. "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803), please go to
http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Safety/ReportaProblem/default.htm for the CDRH's Office of Surveillance and Biometrics/Division of Postmarket Surveillance.
You may obtain other general information on your responsibilities under the Act from the Division of Small Manufacturers, International and Consumer Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 796-7100 or at its Internet address
http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Resourcesfor You/Industry/default.htm.
Sincerely vou
ely yours,
Mark N. Melkerson Director Division of Surgical, Orthopedic and Restorative Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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## Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known):
Duet TRS™ Reloads Device Name: Duet TRS™ Reloads with Tri-Staple™ Technology
Indications For Use:
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Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) AND/ÓR
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