Cleared Traditional

K231491 - TA™ Stapler and Loading Unit with DST Series™ Technology (FDA 510(k) Clearance)

Aug 2023
Decision
85d
Days
Class 2
Risk

K231491 is an FDA 510(k) clearance for the TA™ Stapler and Loading Unit with DST Series™ Technology. This device is classified as a Stapler, Surgical (Class II - Special Controls, product code GAG).

Submitted by Covidien (North Haven, US). The FDA issued a Cleared decision on August 16, 2023, 85 days after receiving the submission on May 23, 2023.

This device falls under the General & Plastic Surgery FDA review panel. Regulated under 21 CFR 878.4740. A Surgical Stapler For Internal Use Is A Specialized Prescription Device Used To Deliver Compatible Staples To Internal Tissues During Surgery For Resection, Transection, And Creating Anastomoses..

Submission Details

510(k) Number K231491 FDA.gov
FDA Decision Cleared Substantially Equivalent - Traditional 510(k) (SESE)
Date Received May 23, 2023
Decision Date August 16, 2023
Days to Decision 85 days
Submission Type Traditional
Review Panel General & Plastic Surgery (SU)
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Device Classification

Product Code GAG — Stapler, Surgical
Device Class Class II - Special Controls
CFR Regulation 21 CFR 878.4740
Definition A Surgical Stapler For Internal Use Is A Specialized Prescription Device Used To Deliver Compatible Staples To Internal Tissues During Surgery For Resection, Transection, And Creating Anastomoses.

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