K133762 · Covidien, LLC · GDW · Jan 8, 2014 · General, Plastic Surgery
Device Facts
Record ID
K133762
Device Name
ENDO GIA(TM) EXTRA LONG ADAPTER
Applicant
Covidien, LLC
Product Code
GDW · General, Plastic Surgery
Decision Date
Jan 8, 2014
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Special
Regulation
21 CFR 878.4750
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic, Pediatric
Indications for Use
The iDrive™ Ultra powered handle and Endo GIA™ single used with Endo GIA™ single use reloads have applications in abdominal, graecological, pediatric, and thoracic surgery for resection, and creation of anastomosis. It may be used for transection and resection of liver substance, and biliary structures and for transection and resection of pancess. The iDrive™ Ultra powered handle and Endo GLA™ adapter, when used with Endo GLA™ curved tip single use used to blunt dissect or separate target tissue from other certain tissue. The iDrive™ Ultra powered handle and Endo GIA™ adapter, when used with the Endo GIA™ Rodial Reload with Tri-Staple™ Technology, has applications in open or minimally invasive general stoominal, gynesologic, pediative and thoracic surgery for resection and transection of tissue and creation of anastomosis, as well as application deep in the pelvis, it.e. low anterior resection. It may be used for transection of liver substance, hepatic vasculature and biliary structures and for transection and resection of pancreas.
Device Story
Endo GIA™ Extra Long Adapter is a mechanical accessory for the iDrive™ Ultra powered handle; converts rotary output from handle to linear motion for Endo GIA™ stapling reloads. Used in sterile operating rooms by qualified medical professionals. Device enables access to target tissue during abdominal, gynecological, pediatric, and thoracic surgeries. Provides mechanical actuation for tissue resection, transection, and anastomosis creation. Benefits include increased reach for surgical access. Device is multi-patient reusable; deactivates after service life.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Verification studies included articulation and rotation verification, staple formation verification, knife cutting performance verification, lifecycle reliability testing, electrical safety testing, and biocompatibility testing per ISO 10993-1.
Technological Characteristics
Mechanical adapter for powered handle; converts rotary to linear motion. Materials evaluated per ISO 10993-1:2009. Dimensions: 14.07" length, 1.52" width. Multi-patient reusable; deactivates at end of service life. No software or electronic sensing components within the adapter itself.
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients undergoing abdominal, gynecological, pediatric, or thoracic surgery requiring resection, transection, or anastomosis. Includes use in liver, hepatic vasculature, biliary structures, and pancreas. Curved tip reloads indicated for blunt dissection. Radial reloads indicated for deep pelvic procedures (e.g., low anterior resection).
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An implantable staple is a staple-like device intended to connect internal tissues to aid healing. It is not absorbable.
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# 510(k) Summary
SUBMITTER:
CONTACT PERSON:
Covidien IIc 60 Middletown Avenue North Haven, CT 06473 USA
Debra Peacock Regulatory Affairs Product Manager Covidien IIc (203) 492-6935 Phone: (203) 492-5029 Fax: e-mail: debra.peacock@covidien.com
DATE PREPARED:
PRODUCT CODE:
REGULATION NUMBER:
COMMON/USUAL NAME:
CLASSIFICATION NAME:
DEVICE DESCRIPTION:
TRADE/PROPRIETARY NAME:
Surgical Stapler with Implantable Staples
Endo GIA™ Extra Long Adapter
Staple, Implantable
12/09/13
GDW
iDrive™ Ultra and Endo GIA™ Adapter (K121510) PREDICATE DEVICES:
21 CFR 878.4750
GIA TM The Endo Extra Long Adapter (EGIAADAPTXL) is a longer version of our currently cleared Endo GIA™ Standard Adapter (EGIAADAPT).
The Endo GIA™ adapter converts the rotary output of the iDrive™ Ultra powered handle to linear motion, enabling compatibility with all Endo GIA™ stapling reloads units.
The iDrive™ Ultra powered handle and Endo GIA™ adapter are multi-patient reusable devices. The devices will deactivate after reaching the end of their service life.
devices are to be used by medical The professionals qualified in the transportation, preparation, cleaning, sterilization, and use
203-492-5000 [T]
Covidien
60 Middletown Avenue North Haven, ct 06473
Covidien Special 510(k) Premarket Notification
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of surgical devices. Endo GIA™ single use loading units and reloads with Tri-Staple™ Technology are intended for use in a sterile operating room environment in surgical procedures where surgical stapling is indicated.
The Endo GIA™ Extra Long Adapter is being introduced to enable medical professionals with a choice of adapters for ease of access.
The iDrive™ Ultra powered handle and Endo GIA™ adapter, when used with Endo GIA™ single use reloads have applications in abdominal, gynecological, pediatric, and thoracic surgery for resection, transection, and creation of anastomosis. It may be used for transection and resection of liver substance, hepatic vasculature, and biliary structures and for transection and resection of pancreas.
The iDrive™ Ultra powered handle and Endo GIA™ adapter, when used with Endo GIA™ curved tip single use reloads, can be used to blunt dissect or separate target tissue from other certain tissue.
The iDrive™ Ultra powered handle and Endo GIA™ adapter, when used with the Endo GIA™ Radial Reload with Tri-Staple™ Technology, has applications in open or minimally invasive general abdominal, gynecologic, pediatric and thoracic surgery for resection and transection of tissue and creation of anastomosis, as well as application deep in the pelvis, i.e. low anterior resection. It may be used for transection and resection of liver substance, hepatic vasculature and biliary structures and for transection and resection of pancreas.
Covidien
. 60 MIDDLETOWN AVENUE NORTH HAVEN, CT 06473
203-492-5000 [T]
#### INTENDED USE
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| CHARACTERISTICS: | | |
|---------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Characteristic | Proposed<br>Endo GIA™ Extra Long<br>Adapter | Predicate<br>iDrive™ Ultra and Endo GIA™<br>Adapter<br>(K121510/ K123318) |
| IFU | Same | Same |
| System Component | Same | Endo GIA™ adapter indicated for<br>use with the iDrive™ Ultra Powered<br>Stapling System. |
| Materials | Same (No change in<br>materials from previous<br>device). | All patient-contacting components<br>of the iDrive™ Ultra powered<br>handle and Endo GIA™ adapter are<br>comprised of<br>materials that have been evaluated<br>in accordance with ISO 10993-1:<br>2009, Biological Evaluation of<br>medical devices - Part 1:<br>Evaluation and Testing. |
| Adapter Dimensional<br>Specifications | 14.07" (total length)<br>1.52" (max width) | 10.27" (total length)<br>1.25" (max width) |
| Configuration | Same | Endo GIA™ adapter and Endo<br>GIA™ reloads delivers two sets of<br>triple staggered rows of titanium<br>staples and simultaneously divides<br>the tissue between the two rows of<br>staples via the single use reload,<br>initiated by buttons on the powered<br>handle |
| Labeling | Unchanged (universal<br>adapter IFU) | Same |
There are no changes in materials for the Endo MATERIALS: GIA™ Extra Long Adapter (EGIAADAPTXL) from the predicate Endo GIA™ adapter. All materials are in accordance with ISO 10993-1. PERFORMANCE DATA: Design verification studies were conducted to demonstrate that the proposed device, the Endo GIA™ Extra Long Adapter substantially equivalent to the predicate device.
Covidien
60 MIDDLETOWN AVENUE NORTH HAVEN, CT 06473
203-492-5000 [T]
TECHNOLOGICAL
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In-vitro testing supports the intended use of this device includes:
#### In-vitro Testing:
- Articulation and rotation verification .
- . Staple formation verification
- . Knife cutting performance verification
- . Lifecycle reliability test
Electrical safety testing Biocompatibility testing
The results of testing demonstrate that the modified Endo GIA™ Extra Long Adapter is substantially equivalent to the legally marketed Endo GIA™ Adapter (K121510).
### CONCLUSION:
COVIDIEN
60 Middletown Avenue NORTH HAVEN. CT 06473
203-492-5000 [T]
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January 8, 2014
Covidien Ms. Debra Peacock Regulatory Affairs Product Manager 60 Middletown Avenue North Haven, Connecticut 06473
Re: K133762
Trade/Device Name: Endo GIA™ Extra Long Adapter Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.4750 Regulation Name: Implantable Staple Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: GDW Dated: December 9, 2013 Received: December 11, 2013
Dear Ms. Peacock:
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. Acting Director For Division of Surgical Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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Endo GIA Extra Long Adapter
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Food and Drug Administration
#### Indications for Use
Form Approved: OMB No. 0910-0120 Expiration Date: December 31, 2013 See PRA Statement on last page.
#### 510(k) Number (if known)
K133762
#### Device Name Endo GIA™ Extra Long Adapter
## Indications for Use (Describe)
The iDrive™ Ultra powered handle and Endo GIA™ single used with Endo GIA™ single use reloads have applications in abdominal, graecological, pediatric, and thoracic surgery for resection, and creation of anastomosis. It may be used for transection and resection of liver substance, and biliary structures and for transection and resection of pancess.
The iDrive™ Ultra powered handle and Endo GLA™ adapter, when used with Endo GLA™ curved tip single use used to blunt dissect or separate target tissue from other certain tissue.
The iDrive™ Ultra powered handle and Endo GIA™ adapter, when used with the Endo GIA™ Rodial Reload with Tri-Staple™ Technology, has applications in open or minimally invasive general stoominal, gynesologic, pediative and thoracic surgery for resection and transection of tissue and creation of anastomosis, as well as application deep in the pelvis, it.e. low anterior resection. It may be used for transection of liver substance, hepatic vasculature and biliary structures and for transection and resection of pancreas.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
X Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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