LIGASURE PRECISE MODEL #LS1200/LIGASURE 5MM LAPAROSCOPIC SEALER DIVIDER MODEL # LS1500
K041587 · Valleylab · GEI · Sep 28, 2004 · General, Plastic Surgery
Device Facts
Record ID
K041587
Device Name
LIGASURE PRECISE MODEL #LS1200/LIGASURE 5MM LAPAROSCOPIC SEALER DIVIDER MODEL # LS1500
Applicant
Valleylab
Product Code
GEI · General, Plastic Surgery
Decision Date
Sep 28, 2004
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 878.4400
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
The LigaSure™ Open Dissector Divider is a bipolar electrosurgical instrument intended for use with the LigaSure Generator in open, general and gynecologic surgical procedures where ligation and division of vessels is desired. This device creates ligation by application of bipolar electrosurgical RF energy and pressure to vessels/tissue interposed between the jaws of the device. The ligation can then be transected using the built in cutting mechanism. The device can be used for vessels up to and including 7 mm in diameter and tissue bundles as large as will fit into the jaws of the instrument. Indications for use include general, open procedures including urologic, vascular, thoracic, and plastic and reconstructive, procedures where dissection, ligation and division of vessels are performed such as: spleenectomies, thryoidectomies, nephrectomies, prostatectomies, bowel resection and colectorny, The LigaSure Vessel Sealing System has not been shown to be effective for tubal sterilization or tubal coagulation for sterilization procedures, and should not be used for these procedures.
Device Story
Bipolar electrosurgical instrument for open surgery; used with LigaSure Vessel Sealing Generator. Device clamps tissue/vessels up to 7mm diameter between jaws; applies RF energy and pressure to create hemostatic seal; mechanical cutting mechanism divides tissue. Operated by surgeon via device button or footswitch. Connects to generator via 10-foot cable with 'smart' connector for automatic instrument identification. Single-use, sterile device. Provides surgeons with integrated dissection, sealing, and division capabilities; reduces need for multiple instruments; improves procedural efficiency.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing and preclinical study performed to verify design specifications and functional performance. No clinical trial data provided.
Technological Characteristics
Bipolar electrosurgical instrument; 10-foot cable with 'smart' connector for generator identification; mechanical cutting mechanism; single-use; sterile. Operates via RF energy delivery.
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients undergoing open general, urologic, vascular, thoracic, and plastic/reconstructive surgical procedures requiring vessel/tissue ligation and division. Contraindicated for tubal sterilization or tubal coagulation procedures.
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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# SUMMARY OF SAFETY AND EFFECTIVENESS INFORMATION
Valleylab LigaSure™ Open Dissector Divider
K041587
### Submitter Information 1.
Valleylab A division of Tyco Healthcare Group LP 5920 Longbow Drive Boulder, CO 80301 Contact: Charles M. Copperberg Manager, Regulatory Telephone: 303-530-6247
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Date summary prepared: September 20, 2004
### Name of Device 2.
Trade or Proprietary Name: LigaSure™ Open Dissector Divider, Catalog Number LS4100
Common Name: Bipolar, Open Electrosurgical Instrument
Classification Name:
- Electrosurgical Cutting and Coagulation Device and Accessories, and .
- Gynecologic Electrocautery and Accessories .
### Predicate Devices 3.
The LigaSure™ Open Dissector Divider (catalog number LS4100) is substantially equivalent to the following legally marketed devices:
- For configuration, sealing and dissection capabilities the LS4100 is . substantially equivalent to the Valleylab LS1200 LigaSure™ Precise Instrument (K010010)
- For cutting capabilities, the LS4100 is substantially equivalent to the Valleylab . LS1500 LigaSure™ 5mm Laparoscopic Sealer-Divider Instrument (K031011)
## 4. Device Description
The LigaSure Open Dissector Divider is a multi-functional, electrosurgical instrument intended for use with the LigaSure Vessel Sealing Generator (K981916) when performing open surgery. The instrument is capable of sealing and dividing vessels and tissue clamped between its jaws, grasping tissue, and dissection. Sealing of vessels and tissue containing vessels can be activated
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using the activation button on the device or via a footswitch. The instru incorporates a mechanical cutting mechanism that divides tissue.
The instrument attaches to the LigaSure™ generator with a ten (10) foot cable and a "smart" connector that identifies the instrument type to the generator. The instrument is supplied sterile for single-use.
#### 5. Intended Use
The LigaSure™ Open Dissector Divider is a bipolar electrosurgical instrument intended for use with the LigaSure Generator in open, general and gynecologic surgical procedures where ligation and division of vessels is desired. This device creates ligation by application of bipolar electrosurgical RF energy and pressure to vessels/tissue interposed between the jaws of the device. The ligation can then be transected using the built in cutting mechanism. The device can be used for vessels up to and including 7 mm in diameter and tissue bundles as large as will fit into the jaws of the instrument.
Indications for use include general, open procedures including urologic, vascular, thoracic, and plastic and reconstructive, procedures where dissection, ligation and division of vessels are performed such as: spleenectomies, thryoidectomies, nephrectomies, prostatectomies, bowel resection and colectorny,
The LigaSure Vessel Sealing System has not been shown to be effective for tubal sterilization or tubal coagulation for sterilization procedures, and should not be used for these procedures.
### 6. Summary of Technological Characteristics
The LigaSure™ Open Dissector Divider has the same basic technological characteristics as the predicate devices noted above.
### 7. Performance Data
Performance (bench) testing and a preclinical study were done to ensure that the LigaSure™ Open Dissector Divider functions as intended, and meets design specifications. Sufficient data were obtained to show that the device is substantially equivalent to the predicate devices, and meets safety and effectiveness criteria.
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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850
Mr. Charles M. Copperberg Manager, Regulatory Valleylab 5920 Longbow Drive Boulder, Colorado 80301
Re: K041587
K041387
Trade/Device Name: LigaSure™ Open Dissector Divider Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.4400 Regulation Name: 21 CFR 078. Proo
Regulation Name: Electrosurgical cutting and coagulation device and accessories Regulatory Class: II Product Code: GEI Dated: September 14, 2004 Received: September 15, 2004
Dear Mr. Copperberg:
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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 premaintented 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), please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4659. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). 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) 443-6597 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsma/dsmamain.html
Sincerely yours,
Miriam C. Provost
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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### Indications for Usc
510(k) Number (if known): K041587
Device Name: LigaSure™ Open Dissector Divider
Indications for Use:
The LigaSure™ Open Dissector Divider is a bipolar electrosurgical instrument intended for use with the LigaSure™ Generator in open, general, surgical procedures where dissection, ligation and division of vessels is desired. This device creates ligation by application of bipolar electrosurgical RF anerizy and pressure to vessels/tissue interposed between the jaws of the device. The ligation can then be transected using the built in cutting mechanism. The device can be used for vessels up to and including 7 mm in diameter and tissue bundles as large as will fit into the jaws of the instrument.
Indications for use include general, open procedures including urologic, vascular, thoracic, and plastic and reconstructive, procedures where dissection, ligation and division of vessels are performed such as: spleenectomies, thryoidectomies, nephrectomies, prostatectomies, bowel resection are clobe vomy.
The LigaSure Vessel Sealing System has not been shown to be effective for tubal sterilization or tubal coagulation for sterilization procedures, and should not be used for these procedures.
Prescription Use X (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
AND/OR
Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)
Miriam C. Provost
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510(k) Number_Ko 41587
(Posted November 13, 2003)
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