FDA Product Code FDF: Colonoscope And Accessories, Flexible/rigid
Colonoscopy is the gold standard for colorectal cancer screening and polyp removal. FDA product code FDF covers flexible and rigid colonoscopes and their accessories.
These long endoscopes allow gastroenterologists to visualize and perform procedures throughout the entire colon and terminal ileum. They are used for colorectal cancer screening, polyp removal, biopsy of inflammatory bowel disease, and treatment of gastrointestinal bleeding.
FDF devices are Class II medical devices, regulated under 21 CFR 876.1500 and reviewed by the FDA Gastroenterology & Urology panel.
Leading manufacturers include Pentax Precision Instrument Corp., Motus GI Medical Technologies , Ltd. and Lumendi, LLC.
FDA 510(k) Cleared Colonoscope And Accessories, Flexible/rigid Devices (Product Code FDF)
About Product Code FDF - Regulatory Context
510(k) Submission Activity
114 total 510(k) submissions under product code FDF since 1976, with 114 receiving FDA clearance (average review time: 130 days).
Submission volume has increased in recent years - 9 submissions in the last 24 months compared to 7 in the prior period - suggesting growing market activity in this device classification.
FDA 510(k) Review Time - FDF Product Code
FDA review times for FDF submissions have been consistent, averaging 143 days recently vs 129 days historically.
FDF devices are reviewed by the Gastroenterology & Urology panel. Browse all Gastroenterology & Urology devices →