FDA Product Code GEX: Powered Laser Surgical Instrument

Under FDA product code GEX, powered laser surgical instruments are cleared for use across a broad range of surgical applications.

These devices use focused light energy to cut, ablate, vaporize, or coagulate tissue with high precision and minimal thermal damage to surrounding structures. They are used in ophthalmology, dermatology, urology, and general surgery.

GEX devices are Class II medical devices, regulated under 21 CFR 878.4810 and reviewed by the FDA General & Plastic Surgery panel.

Leading manufacturers include Cynosure, Inc., Sharplan Lasers, Inc. and Quanta System Spa.