Force TriVerse Electrosugical Device, Holster, 10-foot, Force TriVerse Electrosurgical Device, Holster, 15-foot
K150735 · Covidien · GEI · Aug 4, 2015 · General, Plastic Surgery
Device Facts
Record ID
K150735
Device Name
Force TriVerse Electrosugical Device, Holster, 10-foot, Force TriVerse Electrosurgical Device, Holster, 15-foot
Applicant
Covidien
Product Code
GEI · General, Plastic Surgery
Decision Date
Aug 4, 2015
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 878.4400
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
The Force TriVerse Electrosurgical Device is a single-use device intended for use in open surgical procedures (such as general, urologic, thoracic, plastic and reconstructive, gynecologic), and minimally invasive arthroscopic procedures where the surgeon desires monopolar radio-frequency electrosurgical energy to cut and/or coagulate tissue. The electrosurgical device is intended for use with conventional monopolar electrodes.
Device Story
Single-use, hand-held monopolar electrosurgical instrument; used in open and arthroscopic surgery. Surgeon operates device via handset buttons to select electrosurgical modes (cut, coagulate, hemostasis) and a slider to adjust power output from within the surgical field. Device connects to compatible electrosurgical generators via 10-foot or 15-foot cord; generator recognizes instrument to activate specific user interface. Blade electrode is replaceable with standard monopolar electrodes. Safety holster provided for storage. Device enables precise tissue cutting and coagulation, benefiting patient through controlled energy delivery during surgical procedures.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. No clinical data presented. Testing included electrical safety (IEC 60601-1, 60601-2-2), electromagnetic compatibility (IEC 60601-1-2), mechanical strength, connection integrity, control performance, fluid resistance, shipping/packaging validation, and biocompatibility (cytotoxicity, intracutaneous reactivity, sensitization, hemolysis, acute systemic injection).
Technological Characteristics
Monopolar electrosurgical instrument; 10-ft or 15-ft cord; proprietary connector. Max peak voltage 3625V. Type CF applied part per IEC 60601-1. Radiation-sterilized. Single-use. Hand-held form factor with integrated buttons and slider control. Compatible with Covidien electrosurgical generators.
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients undergoing open surgical procedures (general, urologic, thoracic, plastic/reconstructive, gynecologic) or minimally invasive arthroscopic procedures requiring monopolar RF energy for tissue cutting or coagulation.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An electrosurgical cutting and coagulation device and accessories is a device intended to remove tissue and control bleeding by use of high-frequency electrical current.
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
Covidien Ms. Nancy Sauer Regulatory Affairs Product Manager 5920 Longbow Drive Boulder, Colorado 80301
August 4, 2015
Re: K150735
Trade/Device Name: Force Triverse Electrosurgical Device, Holster, 10-foot Force Triverse Electrosurgical Device, Holster, 15-foot Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.4400 Regulation Name: Electrosurgical cutting and coagulation device and accessories Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: GEI Dated: June 29, 2015 Received: July 1, 2015
Dear Ms. Sauer:
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.
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Sincerely yours,
Joshua C. Nipper -S
Binita S. Ashar, M.D., M.B.A., F.A.C.S.
Director For
Division of Surgical Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K150735
#### Device Name
Force Triverse Electrosurgical Device, Holster, 10-foot Force Triverse Electrosurgical Device, Holster, 15-foot
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
The Force TriVerse Electrosurgical Device is a single-use device intended for use in open surgical procedures (such as general, urologic, thoracic, plastic and reconstructive, gynecologic), and minimally invasive arthroscopic procedures where the surgeon desires monopolar radio-frequency electrosurgical energy to cut and/or coagulate tissue. The electrosurgical device is intended for use with conventional monopolar electrodes.
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# 510(k) Summary
Date summary prepared: 6/25/15
### 510(k) Submitter/Holder
Covidien 5920 Longbow Drive Boulder, CO 80301
### Contact
Nancy Sauer Regulatory Affairs Product Manager Telephone: 303-581-6791 Fax: 303-530-6313 Email: nancy.sauer@covidien.com
#### Name of Device
| Trade Name: | Force TriVerse™ Electrosurgical Device |
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| Catalog Numbers: | FT3000 and FT3000DB |
| Common Name: | Monopolar Electrosurgical Instrument |
| Classification Name: | Electrosurgical cutting and coagulation device and accessories (21 CFR 878.4400. Class II. GEI). |
#### Predicate Devices
These devices are legally marketed devices, manufactured by Covidien 11c. The Force Triverse devices were originally cleared for marketing under 510(k) K051627. These instruments serve as their own predicate devices.
# Device Description
The Force TriVerse Electrosurgical Devices are radiation-sterilized, single-use, hand-held monopolar electrosurgical instruments. There are two models-FT3000DB. These models are identical except for the cord length. FT3000 has a 10-ft cord and FT3000DB has a 15-ft cord.
The instruments work with compatible electrosurgical generators to cut and coagulate tissue during surgical procedures. The surgeon uses the controls on the handset to select the electrosurgical mode and to adjust the power output from within the surgical field. The surgeon selects the desired electrosurgical mode by pressing one of three buttons. The surgeon controls the power level using a slider control on the instrument body. The device is assembled with a blade electrode. The surgeon is able to replace this electrode with other standard monopolar electrodes as needed for a specific surgical procedure.
The device is provided with a safety holster to provide a safe location for storing the instrument when it is not in use.
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### Indications for Use
This 510(k) is for changes to the indications for use of these devices. The primary change is to remove references to compatible devices and electrodes. The statement has also been revised for clarity and consistency. The new indications for use statement is:
The Force TriVerse Electrosurgical Device is a single-use device intended for use in onen surgical procedures (such as general, urologic, thoracic, plastic and reconstructive, gynecologic) and minimally invasive arthroscopic procedures where the surgeon desires monopolar radio-frequency electrosurgical energy to cut and/or coagulate tissue. The electrosurgical device is intended for use with conventional monopolar electrosurgical electrodes.
# Technological Characteristics
The Force TriVerse™ Electrosurgical Devices work in conjunction with Covidien electrosurgical generators. They use monopolar radiofrequency energy to cut and coagulate tissue. The devices provide controls that allow the surgeon to select one of three electrosurgical modes (cut, coagulate, or hemostasis with division, also known as Valleylab mode) and to control the power output from within the surgical field. The instrument connects to the generator by a 10-foot or 15-foot long cord, which has a proprietary connector. The Covidien generator recognizes the instrument through the connector and activates a unique user interface screen. The surgical team uses the combination of the generator user interface screen and the controls on the instrument to achieve the intended surgical effect (electrosurgical mode and power).
The instruments are rated for a maximum peak voltage of 3625 volts and when used with the specified generators, they meet the IEC 60601-1 criteria for Type CF applied parts.
The overall functionality and performance characteristics of the device are unchanged relative to the initially cleared device. However, some changes have been made in in materials used in the internal circuitry and the cable to improve manufacturability. Also, the safety holster packaged with the instrument has been made wider to more easily accommodate the cable during packaging.
# Performance
Evidence of safety and effectiveness was presented in the previously submitted 510(k), which also demonstrated the compatibility of these instruments with the ForceTriad™ Energy Platform. Additional testing has been completed to demonstrate that the device still performs as expected following the design changes. The testing included:
- Testing in accordance with applicable clauses of IEC 60601-1
- Testing in accordance with applicable clauses of IEC 60601-2-2
- . Testing in accordance with applicable clauses of IEC 60601-1-2
- Mechanical testing (such as mechanical strength, integrity of connections, performance of button and slider controls,resistance to fluids, and label adhesion)
- . Shipping tests to verify that the packaging adequately protects the device
- o Biocompatibility testing of direct and indirect patient-contacting materials (cytotoxicity, intracutaneous reactivity, sensitization, hemolysis, and acute systemic injection)
# Conclusion
The current version of the device and its labeling remains substantially equivalent to the original design and labeling.
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