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Rita Systems

by Rita Medical Systems

510(k) K040989

Active United States

510(k)

Valid until

No expiry

510(k) clearance is not time-limited

FDA recalls

None ongoing

1 closed

Documents

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Registry data, not yet checked by deviCERTS. Source FDA 510(k), synced 22 Oct 2026. What this means

Regulatory status

as of registry sync 22 Oct 2026

RegionAuthorizationNumberDateStatus
United StatesFDA 510(k)SESE Substantially Equivalent · Traditional NumberK040989 Date28 Apr 2004ClearedStatusActive

Recalls

1 recall · FDA

    • Terminated Z-1675-2013 FDA Class II initiated 11 Jun 2013

    The RITA Main Cable product contains the incorrect Instructions for Use.

Coverage

1 jurisdiction

United States of America
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United States — FDA 510(k) Active

Specification

510(k)

510(k) Number
FDA Product Code
GEI
Device Class
Class II
Regulation
21 CFR Part 878.4400
Advisory Committee
General, Plastic Surgery
FDA Decision
SESE Substantially Equivalent

Overview

AI-generated summary, 22 Sep 2026

Written by a language model from registry data. Not verified by deviCERTS or the manufacturer. The registry data above is the record.

The RITA Systems is a radio-frequency device for the treatment of cancer. It is designed for use in oncology therapy, providing a method for treating various types of cancer through radio-frequency ablation.

The device is supplied by Rita Medical Systems and has received FDA 510(k) clearance with the product code GEI. It is intended for use in general and plastic surgery settings, with specific model numbers and sizes as specified by the manufacturer.

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Questions

AI-generated answers, 22 Sep 2026

Written by a language model from registry data. Not verified by deviCERTS or the manufacturer. The registry data above is the record.

  • What clinical purpose does the RITA SYSTEMS serve?

    The RITA SYSTEMS is designed to treat cancer by delivering radio‑frequency energy that creates thermal ablation of tumor tissue. This method is used in oncology therapy to destroy malignant cells while sparing surrounding healthy structures.

  • How is the RITA SYSTEMS supplied and are there different models or sizes?

    Rita Medical Systems supplies the RITA SYSTEMS as a complete radio‑frequency unit. The manufacturer specifies particular model numbers and sizes, though the exact variants are not listed in the data. Clinicians select the appropriate configuration based on the surgical setting and tumor characteristics.

  • Is the RITA SYSTEMS a sterile, single‑use product or can it be reused?

    The device description does not state sterility or single‑use status. Because it is a radio‑frequency system intended for use in operating rooms, it is typically provided as a reusable unit that must be sterilized according to the manufacturer’s instructions before each procedure.

  • What regulatory clearance does the RITA SYSTEMS have?

    The RITA SYSTEMS received FDA 510(k) clearance (K040989) with a traditional clearance pathway, indicating it is substantially equivalent to a legally marketed predicate device. The clearance was granted on April 28, 2004.