Caiman Seal and Cut Technology

K151858 · Aesculap, Inc. · GEI · Jul 21, 2015 · General, Plastic Surgery

Device Facts

• Record ID: K151858
• Device Name: Caiman Seal and Cut Technology
• Applicant: Aesculap, Inc.
• Product Code: GEI · General, Plastic Surgery
• Decision Date: Jul 21, 2015
• Decision: SESE
• Submission Type: Special
• Regulation: 21 CFR 878.4400
• Device Class: Class 2
• Attributes: Therapeutic

Intended Use

Caiman Seal and Cut Technology consists of dedicated bipolar electrosurgical instruments intended for use in general surgery and gynecologic surgical procedures where ligation and division of vessels is desired. The instruments create a seal by the application of bipolar electrosurgical RF energy (coagulation) to vascular structure (vessels) interposed between the jaws of the device. A cutting blade is actuated for the division of tissue. Instruments 24cm in length are indicated for open procedures and instruments 36cm and 44 cm in length are indicated for laparoscopic procedures. The indications for use include general surgical procedures, (including urologic, vascular, thoracic, and thoracoscopic), and gynecological procedures where ligation and division of vessels is performed. These procedures include: vaginal hysterectomies, Nissen fundoplication, colectomy, adhesiolysis, bowel resection, and oophorectomy etc., or any procedure where vessel ligation (seal and cut), tissue grasping, and dissection is performed. The devices can be used on vessels up to and including 7mm and bundles as large as will fit in the jaws of the instrument. Caiman Seal and Cut Technology has not been shown to be effective for tubal sterilization or tubal coagulation for sterilization procedures. Do not use the system for these procedures.

Device Story

System comprises Lektrafuse RF generator and sterile, single-use bipolar electrosurgical instruments; used in open (24cm) and laparoscopic (36cm, 44cm) procedures. Physician operates device to grasp tissue/vessels between jaws; generator applies bipolar RF energy to seal vessels; integrated manual cutting blade divides tissue. Enables vessel ligation, blunt dissection, and tissue grasping. Benefits include efficient hemostasis and tissue division during surgery. Used in OR settings by surgeons.

Clinical Evidence

Bench testing only. Performance verification included seal burst pressure on three tissue types, visual arcing, jaw adhesion, and thermal spread testing. Compliance with IEC 60601-2-2, IEC 60601-1-2, IEC 60601-1 (3rd Ed), and IEC 62304 standards.

Technological Characteristics

Bipolar electrosurgical system; RF energy delivery via Lektrafuse generator; single-use instruments; 24cm, 36cm, 44cm lengths. Compliant with IEC 60601-2-2, IEC 60601-1-2, IEC 60601-1, and IEC 62304.

Indications for Use

Indicated for general, gynecologic, urologic, vascular, thoracic, and thoracoscopic surgical procedures requiring vessel ligation, tissue grasping, and dissection. Suitable for vessels up to 7mm and tissue bundles fitting within device jaws. 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.

Predicate Devices

• Caiman Seal and Cut Technology System (K140839)

Submission Summary (Full Text)

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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002

Aesculap Incorporated Ms. Denise Adams Regulatory Affairs Specialist 3773 Corporate Parkway Center Valley, Pennsylvania 18034

July 21, 2015

Re: K151858

Trade/Device Name: Caiman Seal and Cut Technology Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.4400 Regulation Name: Electrosurgical cutting and coagulation device and accessories Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: GEI Dated: July 6, 2015 Received: July 8, 2015

Dear Ms. Adams:

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.

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Sincerely vours.

Joshua C. Nipper -S

For

Binita S. Ashar, M.D., M.B.A., F.A.C.S. Director Division of Surgical Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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#### INDICATIONS FOR USE STATEMENT B.

Device Name: Caiman® Seal and Cut Technology

#### Indications for Use:

Caiman Seal and Cut Technology consists of dedicated bipolar electrosurgical instruments intended for use in general surgery and gynecologic surgical procedures where ligation and division of vessels is desired. The instruments create a seal by the application of bipolar electrosurgical RF energy (coagulation) to vascular structure (vessels) interposed between the jaws of the device. A cutting blade is actuated for the division of tissue.

Instruments 24 cm in length are indicated for open procedures and instruments 36 cm and 44 cm in length are indicated for laparoscopic procedures. The indications for use include general surgical procedures, (including urologic, vascular, thoracic, and thoracoscopic), and gynecological procedures where ligation and division of vessels is performed. These procedures include: vaginal hysterectomies, Nissen fundoplication, colectomy, adhesiolysis, bowel resection, and oophorectomy etc., or any procedure where vessel ligation (seal and cut), tissue grasping, and dissection is performed. The devices can be used on vessels up to and including 7mm and bundles as large as will fit in the jaws of the instrument.

Caiman Seal and Cut Technology has not been shown to be effective for tubal sterilization or tubal coagulation for sterilization procedures. Do not use the system for these procedures.

Prescription Use (per 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) (per 21 CFR 801 Subpart C) PLEASE DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE - CONTINUE ON ANOTHER PAGE (IF NEEDED)

Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)

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## 510(k) SUMMARY (as required by 21 CFR 807.92)

#### Caiman® Seal and Cut Technology July 15, 2015

| COMPANY: | Aesculap®, Inc.<br>3773 Corporate Parkway<br>Center Valley, PA 18034<br>Establishment Registration Number: 2916714 |
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| CONTACT: | Denise R. Adams, RAC<br>610-984-9076 (phone)<br>610-791-6882 (fax) |
| TRADE NAME: | Caiman Seal and Cut Technology |
| COMMON NAME: | Electrosurgical, Cutting & Coagulation & Accessories |
| CLASSIFICATION NAME: | Electrosurgical Cutting and Coagulation Device and<br>Accessories |
| REGULATION NUMBER: | 21 CFR 878.4400 |
| PRODUCT CODE: | GEI |

#### SUBSTANTIAL EQUIVALENCE

Caiman Seal and Cut Technology is substantially equivalent to the Caiman Seal and Cut Technology System cleared via K140839.

#### DEVICE DESCRIPTION

Caiman Seal and Cut Technology consists of the Lektrafuse RF Generator and the sterile, single use Caiman devices. These devices are capable of vessel sealing, blunt dissection, grasping and dividing tissue enclosed within its jaws during open and laparoscopic procedures. The devices are designed to be used with the dedicated Lektrafuse RF Generator and create vessel ligation by the application of bipolar electrical RF energy and tissue division with a cutting blade.

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### INDICATIONS FOR USE

Caiman Seal and Cut Technology consists of dedicated bipolar electrosurgical instruments intended for use in general surgery and gynecologic surgical procedures where ligation and division of vessels is desired. The instruments create a seal by the application of bipolar electrosurgical RF energy (coagulation) to vascular structure (vessels) interposed between the jaws of the device. A cutting blade is actuated for the division of tissue.

Instruments 24cm in length are indicated for open procedures and instruments 36cm and 44 cm in length are indicated for laparoscopic procedures. The indications for use include general surgical procedures, (including urologic, vascular, thoracic, and thoracoscopic), and gynecological procedures where ligation and division of vessels is performed. These procedures include: vaginal hysterectomies, Nissen fundoplication, colectomy, adhesiolysis, bowel resection, and oophorectomy etc., or any procedure where vessel ligation (seal and cut), tissue grasping, and dissection is performed. The devices can be used on vessels up to and including 7mm and bundles as large as will fit in the jaws of the instrument.

Caiman Seal and Cut Technology has not been shown to be effective for tubal sterilization or tubal coagulation for sterilization procedures. Do not use the system for these procedures.

#### TECHNOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS (compared to predicate)

The modifications made to the Caiman Seal and Cut Technology system do not affect the fundamental scientific technology. The design, materials, and principal of operation have not changed for these devices. The modifications made to these devices do not raise any new issues of safety and effectiveness.

#### PERFORMANCE DATA

Bench testing was performed on the modified devices and found them to be substantially equivalent to the predicate devices. The Plus Mode performance verification on the Lektrafuse Generator with the Caiman 12mm and Caiman 5mm included the following tests:

- 1. Seal Burst Pressure on three different tissue types
- Visual Arcing 2.
- 3. Jaw Adhesion
- Thermal Spread 4.

Caiman Seal and Cut Technology is in compliance with the following safety standards:

- IEC 60601-2-2 1.
- IEC 60601-1-2 2.
- IEC 60601-1: 3rd Edition 3.
- 4. IEC 62304

Aesculap, Inc. 3773 Corporate Parkway Center Valley, PA 18034 Phone: [phone] www.aesculapusa.com