Branson Oversheath
510(k) K952958
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Regulatory status
| Region | Authorization | Number | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | FDA 510(k)SESE | NumberK952958 | Date14 Nov 1995 | StatusActive |
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United States — FDA 510(k) Active
Specification
- Full name
- The Tulip Company Branson Oversheath
- 510(k) Number
- FDA Product Code
- GCJ
- Device Class
- Class II
- Regulation
- 21 CFR Part 876.1500
- Advisory Committee
- Gastroenterology, Urology
- FDA Decision
- SESE Substantially Equivalent
Overview
AI-generated summary, 1 Oct 2026
The Branson Oversheath is a laparoscope sheath designed for use in general and plastic surgery procedures. It serves as a protective covering for laparoscopic instruments, reducing contamination risk and facilitating smooth insertion and manipulation within the body cavity. This device is classified under FDA regulation 876.1500 and is intended for use in minimally invasive surgical applications.
This oversheath is supplied as a single-use, sterile device and is intended for use in both gastroenterology and urology procedures. It is classified as a Class II medical device under FDA guidelines and has received a 510(k) clearance (K952958) as substantially equivalent to a predicate device. Storage and handling should comply with standard sterile medical device protocols to ensure integrity before use.
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Questions
AI-generated answers, 1 Oct 2026
What is the Branson Oversheath designed for?
The Branson Oversheath is a protective covering specifically designed for laparoscopic instruments. It is intended for use in general surgery, plastic surgery, gastroenterology, and urology procedures. Its primary purpose is to reduce contamination risk and facilitate smooth insertion and manipulation of instruments within the body cavity during minimally invasive surgeries.
Is the Branson Oversheath single-use or reusable?
The Branson Oversheath is supplied as a single-use device. This design ensures sterility and reduces the risk of cross-contamination between patients, adhering to best practices for sterile medical devices.
How should the Branson Oversheath be stored?
The Branson Oversheath must be stored according to standard sterile medical device protocols to maintain its integrity before use. This includes keeping it in a sealed, sterile packaging until the time of use and protecting it from physical damage or contamination.
What types of procedures is this oversheath approved for?
The Branson Oversheath is approved for use in minimally invasive surgical applications, including general surgery, plastic surgery, gastroenterology, and urology procedures. Its classification under FDA regulation 876.1500 and advisory committee involvement in Gastroenterology and Urology procedures supports its intended use.
What regulatory pathway was followed for this device?
The Branson Oversheath received a 510(k) clearance (K952958) through the traditional review pathway, demonstrating it is substantially equivalent to a predicate device. This clearance was granted under FDA guidelines, classifying it as a Class II medical device.