K110913 is an FDA 510(k) clearance for the ESTECH COBRA SURGICAL SYSTEM WITH THERMASHIELD ACCESSORY. Classified as Surgical Device, For Cutting, Coagulation, And/or Ablation Of Tissue, Including Cardiac Tissue (product code OCL), Class II - Special Controls.
Submitted by Endoscopic Technologies, Inc. D/B/A Estech (San Ramon, US). The FDA issued a Cleared decision on September 23, 2011 after a review of 175 days - an extended review cycle.
This device falls under the Cardiovascular FDA review panel, regulated under 21 CFR 878.4400 - the FDA cardiovascular device oversight framework. As a Special 510(k), this submission covers a manufacturer modification to an existing cleared device rather than a new device introduction.
Device pattern: Iterative device modification. Standard predicate reliance. This Special 510(k) clearance confirms that the manufacturer's modifications remained within the established regulatory envelope of the original cleared device.