CONMED STEALTH NON-STICK ACCESSORY ELECTRODE, MODEL 138XXX

K991855 · Conmedcorp · GEI · Jun 15, 1999 · General, Plastic Surgery

Device Facts

• Record ID: K991855
• Device Name: CONMED STEALTH NON-STICK ACCESSORY ELECTRODE, MODEL 138XXX
• Applicant: Conmedcorp
• Product Code: GEI · General, Plastic Surgery
• Decision Date: Jun 15, 1999
• Decision: SESE
• Submission Type: Special
• Regulation: 21 CFR 878.4400
• Device Class: Class 2
• Attributes: Therapeutic

Intended Use

CONMED Stealth® Non-Stick Accessory Electrode is designed to fit all CONMED and most other electrosurgical pencils and chuck handles and intended for use in monopolar electrosurgical procedures for the dissection and coagulation of tissue. The electrode blade is to be a direct alternative to other electrode blades in distribution and will be made available in a variety of tip configurations for differing circumstances encountered during surgical procedures.

Device Story

ConMed Stealth® Non-Stick Accessory Electrode is a monopolar electrosurgical accessory designed for tissue dissection and coagulation. It attaches to standard electrosurgical pencils and chuck handles. The device functions by delivering high-frequency electrical current to the surgical site to cut or coagulate tissue. It is intended for use by surgeons in clinical or operating room settings. The non-stick coating is designed to reduce tissue buildup on the electrode tip during use, potentially improving surgical efficiency and reducing the need for frequent cleaning during procedures.

Clinical Evidence

No clinical data provided; bench testing only.

Technological Characteristics

Monopolar electrosurgical electrode with non-stick coating. Compatible with standard electrosurgical pencils and chuck handles. Available in various tip configurations for different surgical requirements.

Indications for Use

Indicated for use in monopolar electrosurgical procedures for the dissection and coagulation of tissue in patients undergoing surgical procedures requiring electrosurgery.

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.

Submission Summary (Full Text)

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Public Health Service

Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850

JUN 1 5 1999

Mr. Ira D. Duesler, Jr. Quality Engineer ConMed Corporation 310 Broad St. Utica, New York 13501

Re: K991855

Trade Name: ConMed Stealth® Non-Stick Accessory Electrode Regulatory Class: II Product Code: GEI Dated: May 28, 1999 Received: June 1, 1999

Dear Mr. Duesler:

We have reviewed your Section 510(k) notification of intent to market the device we nave loviewed your bothermined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to 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). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the Drug, and 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 (Premarket Approval), 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 895. A substantially equivalent determination assumes compliance with the current Good Manufacturing Practice requirement, as set forth in the Quality System Regulation (QS) for Medical Devices: General regulation (21 CFR Part 820) and that, through periodic (QS) inspections, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will verify such assumptions. Failure to comply with the GMP regulation may result in regulatory action. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register. Please note: this response to your premarket notification submission does not affect any obligation you might have under sections 531 through 542 of the Act for devices under the Electronic Product Radiation Control provisions, or other Federal laws or regulations.

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This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your 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 809.10 for in vitro diagnostic devices), please contact the Office of Compliance at [phone]. Additionally, for questions on the promotion and advertising of your device, please contact the Office of Compliance at [phone]. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR 807.97). Other general information on your responsibilities under the Act may be obtained from the Division of Small Manufacturers Assistance at its toll-free number [phone] or at [phone], or at its Internet address "http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsmamain.html".

**Sincerely yours,**

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Celia M. Witten, Ph.D., M.D. Director Division of General and Restorative Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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(Revised June 4, 1999) 510(k) Number (if known): ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

CONMED Stealth® Non-Stick Accessory Electrode Device Name: _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of device Evaluation (ODE)

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| 510(k) Number | K991855 |

| Prescription Use (Per 21 CFR 801.109) | OR | Over-the-Counter |
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