PROXIMATE AND ENDOPATH LINEAR CUTTERS AND STAPLERS
Device Facts
| Record ID | K020779 |
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| Device Name | PROXIMATE AND ENDOPATH LINEAR CUTTERS AND STAPLERS |
| Applicant | Ethicon Endo-Surgery, Inc. |
| Product Code | GDW · General, Plastic Surgery |
| Decision Date | Jun 5, 2002 |
| Decision | SESE |
| Submission Type | Traditional |
| Regulation | 21 CFR 878.4750 |
| Device Class | Class 2 |
| Attributes | Therapeutic, Pediatric |
Intended Use
The ENDOPATH and PROXIMATE Linear Cutters and Staplers are intended for use in multiple open or minimally invasive surgical procedures for the transection and resection of tissues. Linear cutters are also intended for creation of anastomoses in these procedures. Specific indications are provided in specific instrument product insert labeling.
Device Story
Mechanical surgical stapling instruments; deliver staples while simultaneously dividing tissue or delivering staples without cutting. Input: manual operation by surgeon; tissue placed within jaws. Operation: mechanical delivery of 2-3 staggered or triple-staggered rows of staples; staple line lengths 35-100 mm. Output: stapled and/or transected tissue. Used in OR for open or endoscopic procedures. Features include articulating heads, flex shafts, and safety lock-outs to prevent firing used reloads. Benefits: enables tissue resection, transection, and anastomosis creation in various surgical specialties.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing and animal testing performed. Animal studies demonstrated satisfactory performance for transection and resection, supporting use in procedures involving pulmonary vessels when used according to tissue thickness specifications.
Technological Characteristics
Mechanical surgical stapling instruments; single-use; sterile. Features include articulating heads, flexible shafts, and safety lock-out mechanisms. Reloadable models accommodate varying tissue thicknesses (vascular/thin, standard, thick). No electronic components, software, or external energy sources.
Indications for Use
Indicated for transection, resection, and creation of anastomoses in general, gynecologic, urologic (including radical prostatectomy), thoracic, and pediatric surgery. Applicable to open and minimally invasive procedures. Compatible with tissue buttressing materials (e.g., bovine pericardium). Vascular models indicated for internal tissue compressible to 1.0 mm and ligation of pulmonary vessels.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An implantable staple is a staple-like device intended to connect internal tissues to aid healing. It is not absorbable.
Predicate Devices
- ENDOPATH and PROXIMATE Linear Cutters and Staplers (K821994, K843034, K890841, K843034, K892927, K932434, K935064, K961390, K970720, K980023, K980815, K002398)
- Auto Suture™ ENDO GIA II (K913802)
- ENDO GIA Universal (K913802)
Related Devices
- K161757 — Single Use Curved Cutters, Single Use Circular Staplers, Single Use Linear Cutters and Reloads, Single Use Endoscopic Linear Cutters and Reloads, Single Use Hemorrhoidal Staplers, Single Use Linear Staplers and Reloads · Victor Medical Instruments Co., Ltd. · Dec 5, 2016
- K162707 — Single Use Circular Stapler, Single Use Hemorrhoidal Circular Stapler, Single Patient Use Linear Stapler and Reload, Single Patient Use Linear Cutter and Reload, Single Patient Use Endo Cutter and Reload, Single Patient Use Transverse Cutter and Reload · Golden Stapler Surgical Co., Ltd. · Jul 14, 2017
- K162710 — Single Use Circular Stapler, Single Use Hemorrhodial Circular Stapler, Single Patient Use Linear Stapler and Reload, Single Patient Use Linear Cutter and Reload, Single Patient Use Endo Cutter and Reload, Single Patient Use Transverse Cutter and Reload · Tgs Medical Co., Ltd. · Feb 9, 2017
- K252739 — ETHICON 4000 45mm Compact Stapler (EC3DT45C); ETHICON 4000 45mm Standard Stapler (EC3DT45S); ETHICON 4000 45mm Long Stapler (EC3DT45L); ETHICON 3D 45mm White Reload (ER45W); ETHICON 3D 45mm Blue Reload (ER45B); ETHICON 3D 45mm Green Reload (ER45G); ETHICON 3D 45mm Black Reload (ER45T) · Ethicon Endo-Surgery, LLC · Dec 17, 2025
- K131511 — DISPOSABLE CIRCULAR STAPLER, DISPOSABLE CURVED CUTTER STAPLER, DISPOSABLE LINEAR STAPLERS AND RELOADS, DISPOSABLE HEMORR · Changzhou Sinolinks Medical Innovation Co., Ltd. · Jul 5, 2013
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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JUN 0 5 2002
Ethicon Endo-Surgery, Inc.
510(k) Premarket Notification for ENDOPATH™ and PROXIMATE™ Linear Cutters and Staplers ™
K020779 (1.1 of 2)
# ENDOPATH™ and PROXIMATE™ Linear Cutters and Staplers 510(k) Summary of Safety and Effectiveness
JUN 0 5 2002
#### Company:
Ethicon Endo-Surgery, Inc. 4545 Creek Rd. Cincinnati, OH 45242
Ethicon Endo-Surgery, Inc.
#### Contact:
Name: Doug Kentz Title: Sr. Regulatory Affairs Associate
#### Date Prepared:
March 8, 2002
### Name of Device:
Trade Name: ENDOPATH and PROXIMATE Linear Cutters and Staplers Classification Name: Endoscope and Accessories, Implantable Staples, General & Plastic Surgery
# Predicate Devices:
ENDOPATH and PROXIMATE Linear Cutters and Staplers and Reloads are cleared under K821994, K843034, K890841, K843034, K892927, K932434, K935064, K961390, K970720, K980023, K980815, K002398. Auto Suture™ ENDO GIA II and ENDO GIA Universal (United States Surgical Corporation) cleared under K913802.
#### Device Description:
The ENDOPATH and PROXIMATE Linear Cutter models are sterile single use instruments that deliver staples while simultaneously dividing tissue between rows. The ENDOPATH No-Knife Stapler and PROXIMATE Stapler models are sterile single use instruments that deliver staples, but do not cut. Depending upon the particular model, they deliver 2 to 3 staggered rows of staples, 2 double-staggered rows, or 2 triplestaggered rows of staples. Staple line lengths vary between 35 mm and 100 mm. These instruments may be used in either open or endoscopic procedures, depending upon the design. Some instruments are reloadable and, if so, they may be reloaded with various reloads (i.e. vascular/thin, standard, thick) depending on the thickness of tissue that is to be transected or resected. Vascular models use specific vascular reload cartridges. The instruments may be reloaded a number of times according to product insert instructions for a maximum number of firings per instrument. Some instruments have articulating heads and flex features. The length of the shaft may vary as well. A safety lock-out
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feature on linear cutter instruments prevents a used reload from being fired again. The common element among all these instruments is that they are all mechanical surgical stapling devices.
## Intended Use:
The ENDOPATH and PROXIMATE Linear Cutters and Staplers are intended for use in multiple open or minimally invasive surgical procedures for the transection and resection of tissues. Linear cutters are also intended for creation of anastomoses in these procedures. Specific indications are provided in specific instrument product insert labeling.
# Technological Characteristics:
The ENDOPATH and PROXIMATE Linear Cutters and Staplers are similar to the predicate devices in that they have the same intended use and are single-use sterile devices.
# Performance Data
Animal testing demonstrated satisfactory performance of the ENDOPATH and PROXIMATE Linear Cutters and Staplers to support the revised product insert labeling. The performance data and information in this submission demonstrate that these devices, when used in accordance with directions for use with respect to tissue thickness, can be used in procedures where pulmonary vessels are encountered.
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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES
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Public Health Service
JUN 0 5 2002
Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850
Mr. Doug Kentz, RAC Senior Regulatory Affairs Associate Ethicon Endo-Surgery, Inc. 4545 Creek Road Cincinnati, OH 45242-2839
Re: K020779
Trade/Device Name: ENDOPATH™ and PROXIMATE™ Linear Cutters and Staplers Regulation Number: 878.4750 Regulation Name: Implantable staple Regulatory Class: II Product Code: GDW Dated: March 8, 2002 Received: March 11, 2002
Dear Mr. Kentz:
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.
If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to such 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 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); 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.
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This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your Section 510/k) premarket notification. The FDA finding of substantial equivalence of your device to a legally marketed predicate device results in a classification for your device and thus, permits your device to proceed to the market.
If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801 and additionally 21 CFR Part 809.10 for in vitro diagnostic devices), please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4659. Additionally, for questions on the promotion and advertising of vour device, please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4639. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). Other general information on your responsibilities under the Act may be obtained from the Division of Small Manufacturers, International and Consumer Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 443-6597 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsma/dsmamain.html
Sincerely yours.
to Mark N. Milken
Celia M. Witten, Ph.D., M.D. Director Division of General, Restorative and Neurological Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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K020779
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510(k) Number (if known):
Device Name: ENDOPATH™ and PROXIMATE™ Linear Cutters and Staplers
#### Indications for Use:
The ENDOPATH ETS Endoscopic Linear Cutter and ETS FLEX Endoscopic Articulating Linear Cutter have application in general, gynecologic, and thoracic surgery for transection, resection, and/or creation of anastomoses.
The ENDOPATH ETS45 Endoscopic Linear Cutters, the ETS Flex45 Endoscopic Articulating Linear Cutters , the ETS Compact Flex45 Articulating Linear Cutters are intended for transection, and/or creation of anastomoses. The instruments have application in multiple open or minimally invasive general, gynecologic, urologic (including radical prostatectomy), thoracic, and pediatric surgical procedures. They can be used with staple line or tissue buttressing materials such as bovine pericardium.
The ENDOPATH ETS Flex45 No-Knife Articulating Linear Staplers and the ETS Compact Flex45 No-Knife Articulating Linear Staplers are intended for transection, and /or creation of anastomoses. The instruments have application in multiple open or minimally invasive general, gynecologic, urologic (including radical prostatectomy), thoracic, and pediatric surgical procedures. They can be used with staple line or tissue buttressing materials such as bovine pericardium.
The ENDOPATH EZ45 Endoscopic Linear Cutter has application in multiple open and other minimally invasive surgical procedures for transection, resection of anastomoses, and can be used with staple line or tissue buttressing materials, such as bovine pericardium.
The ENDOPATH EZ45 No-Knife Endoscopic Linear Stapler has application in multiple open or other minimally invasive surgical procedures for transection, and can be used with staple line or tissue buttressing materials, such as bovine pericardium.
The ENDOPATH EZ45 Thoracic Endoscopic Linear Cutter has application in thoracic and other minimally invasive surgical procedures for transection, resection of anastomoses, and can be used with staple line or tissue buttressing materials, such as bovine pericardium.
The PROXIMATE ACCESS 55 Articulating Linear Staplers have application in gastrointestinal, gynecologic, thoracic, and pediatric surgery for transection and resection of tissues.
The PROXIMATE Linear and Vascular Linear Cutters with Safety Lockout have application in gastrointestinal, gynecologic, thoracic, and pediatric surgery for transection, and/or creation of anastomoses and can be used with staple line or tissue buttressing materials, such as bovine pericardium.
The PROXIMATE Linear Four Row Stapler with Safety Lockout have application in gastrointestinal and thoracic surgery for transection and can be used with staple buttressing materials, such as bovine pericardium.
The PROXIMATE Reloadable Linear Stapler has application throughout the alimentary tract and in thoracic surgery for transection and resection of internal tissues.
The PROXIMATE Reloadable Vascular Linear Stapler has application for use on internal tissue that can easily be compressed to 1.0 mm in thickness. The staplers may also be used to ligate pulmonary vessels.
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