FDA Product Code FGB: Ureteroscope And Accessories, Flexible/rigid
Ureteroscopy has revolutionized the management of upper urinary tract conditions. FDA product code FGB covers flexible and rigid ureteroscopes and their accessories.
These endoscopic instruments allow urologists to directly access and visualize the ureter and renal pelvis for the diagnosis and treatment of kidney stones, ureteral strictures, and upper tract tumors — without open surgery.
FGB devices are Class II medical devices, regulated under 21 CFR 876.1500 and reviewed by the FDA Gastroenterology & Urology panel.
Leading manufacturers include KARL STORZ Endoscopy-America, Inc., Boston Scientific Corporation and Shanghai AnQing Medical Instrument Co., Ltd..
FDA 510(k) Cleared Ureteroscope And Accessories, Flexible/rigid Devices (Product Code FGB)
About Product Code FGB - Regulatory Context
510(k) Submission Activity
117 total 510(k) submissions under product code FGB since 1981, with 117 receiving FDA clearance (average review time: 131 days).
Submission volume has remained relatively stable over the observed period, with 25 submissions in the last 24 months.
FDA 510(k) Review Time - FGB Product Code
FDA review times for FGB submissions have been consistent, averaging 145 days recently vs 128 days historically.
FGB devices are reviewed by the Gastroenterology & Urology panel. Browse all Gastroenterology & Urology devices →