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# A.S.D. SAFETY TROCAR (K955412)

_American Surgical Devices · HET · May 14, 1996 · Obstetrics/Gynecology · SESE_

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## Device Facts

- **Applicant:** American Surgical Devices
- **Product Code:** [HET](/submissions/OB/subpart-b%E2%80%94obstetrical-and-gynecological-diagnostic-devices/HET.md)
- **Decision Date:** May 14, 1996
- **Decision:** SESE
- **Submission Type:** Traditional
- **Regulation:** 21 CFR 884.1720
- **Device Class:** Class 2
- **Review Panel:** Obstetrics/Gynecology

## Indications for Use

The A.S.D. Surgical Trocar is intended for use during vascular and gynecological laparoscopy and other abdominal procedures, to create an entry point for laparoscopic instruments into the abdominal cavity. Surgical instruments of the appropriate size can be safely guided and entered into the abdominal cavity through the cannula.

## Device Story

Single-use, sterile, disposable trocar; creates entry point for laparoscopic instruments into abdominal cavity. Components: obturator with pyramidal tip; spring-loaded safety shield; radiolucent cannula with gasket system; stability thread. Optional obturator adapter allows 5mm instrument use in 10/11mm systems. Used in OR by surgeons; provides stable access port; maintains pneumoperitoneum via gasket. Benefits: facilitates minimally invasive surgery; ensures safe instrument guidance.

## Clinical Evidence

Bench testing only.

## Technological Characteristics

Materials: aluminum, stainless steel, polycarbonate, silicone rubber. Design: obturator with pyramidal tip, spring-loaded safety shield, radiolucent cannula, gasket system, stability thread. Sizes: 10/11mm (100mm/150mm length) and 5mm (70mm/100mm length). Sterilization: sterile, single-use.

## Regulatory Identification

A gynecologic laparoscope is a device used to permit direct viewing of the organs within the peritoneum by a telescopic system introduced through the abdominal wall. It is used to perform diagnostic and surgical procedures on the female genital organs. This generic type of device may include: Trocar and cannula, instruments used through an operating channel, scope preheater, light source and cables, and component parts.

## Predicate Devices

- ENDOPATH EP SURGICAL TROCAR
- U.S. Surgical SURGIPORT

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APPENDIX 8

# 510(K) SUMMARY OF SAFETY AND EFFECTIVENESS

Regulatory Authority: Safe Medical Devices Act of 1990, 21 CFR 807.92

Company: American Surgical Device
41917 Osgood Road
Fremont, CA 94539

Medical Device Establishment Registration #: pending

Contact: Ms. Liza Burns, Regulatory Consultant

Trade Name: A.S.D. Safety Trocar

Common Name: Surgical Disposable Trocar

Classification Name: Trocar, Gastro-Urology

Classification Code: Gastroenterology and Urology 78FBQ

Device Description:

The A.S.D. Surgical Trocar is a single-use, sterile, temporary, disposable device intended for use during laparoscopy, to create an entry point for laparoscopic instruments into the abdominal cavity. Surgical instruments of the appropriate size can be safely guided and entered into the abdominal cavity through the cannula.

The Trocar consists of: 1) an obturator with a pointed pyramidal tip, 2) a spring-loaded safety shield to cover the tip of the obturator after tissue penetration, 3) a radiolucent cannula (sleeve) with a gasket system to prevent leakage of gas during insertion and withdrawal of instruments 4) an accessory stability thread to help secure the cannula in the body during use. An optional accessory, an obturator adapter is available to be used as a reducer with the 10/11mm system. When the adapter is used, 5 mm instruments are accepted into the 10/11mm trocar.

The A.S.D. Trocar is available in the 10/11mm and 5mm sizes. The size of the trocar corresponds to the size of the instrument that can be entered in the trocar. The sleeve lengths available for the 10/11mm are 100 mm and 150mm; and for the 5mm trocar are 70 mm and 100mm. The stability threads are available in 38 mm and 51 mm lengths.

The A.S.D. Trocar is made of aluminum, stainless steel, polycarbonate and silicone rubber.

Indications for use: The A.S.D. Surgical Trocar is intended for use during vascular and gynecological laparoscopy and other abdominal procedures, to create an entry point for laparoscopic instruments into the abdominal cavity. Surgical instruments of the appropriate size can be safely guided and entered into the abdominal cavity through the cannula.

Contraindications: The A.S.D. Trocar in not intended for use when endoscopic techniques are contraindicated.

Substantially Equivalent Devices: 1) The ENDOPATH EP SURGICAL TROCAR
2) The U.S. Surgical SURGIPORT

Distributed and Manufactured by:

American Surgical Devices
41917 Osgood Road
Fremont, CA 94539
Tel: 510-252-9999

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