Suction Coagulator
by Megadyne Medical Products, Inc.
510(k) K072559
Active
Valid until
No expiry
FDA recalls
1 ongoingDocuments
Trust
Regulatory status
| Region | Authorization | Number | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | FDA 510(k)SESE | NumberK072559 | Date5 Oct 2007 | StatusActive |
Official records
- FDA 510(k) database K072559
Recalls
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- Ongoing Z-2257-2023
An issue with the Suction Coagulator product family may lead to fluid ingress into the handpiece. Fluid ingress can lead to intermittent device activation, non-activation, or self-activation when plugged into the electrosurgery unit (ESU).
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- Terminated Z-1151-2014
Megadyne Medical Products, Inc. is voluntarily recalling Hand Control 12Fr Suction Coagulator with 10ft cord and 132405 Holster, Sterile, Disposable, Lot 132405 due to the potential for a small number of these suction coagulators to self-activate immediately on connection to the electrosurgical generator and to remain activated until it is disconnected.
Timeline
- Cleared FDA 510(k) K072559
- Recall initiated FDA recalls Z-1151-2014
- Recall initiated FDA recalls Z-2257-2023
Coverage
- Active
- Expiring
- Withdrawn
- Listed
- Not covered
United States — FDA 510(k) Active
Specification
- 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, 28 Sep 2026
The Suction Coagulator is a surgical instrument that provides simultaneous suction and electrosurgical coagulation for use in general and plastic surgery procedures. It integrates suction capability with a coagulation function to control bleeding and maintain a clear operative field.
The device was cleared by the FDA through a traditional 510(k) submission (K072559) and is classified under product code GEI for surgical devices. It is supplied by Megadyne Medical Products, Inc. in multiple sizes with hand‑switch and foot‑controlled options, allowing surgeon flexibility. The clearance indicates it is substantially equivalent to a predicate device and is intended for use in the United States.