Genicon
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Genicon is a medical device manufacturer, with 258 devices listed in FDA GUDID and FDA 510(k) (FDA Class I and II) and 18 FDA recalls as of 14 Nov 2026.
- Devices
- 258
- FDA recalls
- 180 ongoing since 2021 (17 open in total)
Registry facts
- Registries
- FDA GUDID 247
- FDA 510(k) 11
- Device classes
- FDA Class I 158
- FDA Class II 100
- FDA recalls
At a glance
Market reach
- United States
- FDA recalls
What Genicon makes
Genicon manufactures single-use laparoscopic access cannulas, endoscopic monopolar and bipolar electrosurgical handpieces/electrodes, tissue extraction bags, and open-surgery ligation clip appliers. Their reusable surgical irrigation/aspiration cannulas and metallic ligation clips are also part of their portfolio. The company also produces irrigation/aspiration tubing sets and reusable non-illuminating cannulas for endoscopic procedures.
Genicon’s devices are regulated under FDA classifications, including Class I and Class II, with submissions recorded in the 510(k) and UDI registries.
Catalogue
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FDA recalls
FDA recall records list 18 recalls initiated by Genicon, the earliest on 2017-07-19 and the most recent on 2020-09-17. By recorded status: 17 ongoing and 1 terminated. The reasons filed fall into these groups: labeling or instructions for use, electrical or power and mechanical integrity. A recall is often a precaution started by the manufacturer, and a count of records is not a verdict on a company.
Recalls initiated per year
- 2017 1
- 2018 15
- 2019 0
- 2020 2
- 2021 0
- 2022 0
- 2023 0
- 2024 0
- 2025 0
- 2026 0
2020
- 17 Sep 2020 Z-0310-2021 Class II Open since 2020 Device malfunction causing the applier to jam, and clip loading failures.
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- 25 Aug 2020 Z-0094-2021 Class II Open since 2020 The product design incorporating a motor driven impeller pump powered by one 9V alkaline battery inside the hand-piece did not receive proper premarket clearance from US FDA and lacks a 510(k).
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- 17 Sep 2020 Z-0310-2021 Class II Open since 2020 Device malfunction causing the applier to jam, and clip loading failures.
2018
- 21 Aug 2018 Z-2266-2020 Class II Open since 2018 There is potential for the plastic optical tip to become detached from the metal shaft.
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- 21 Aug 2018 Z-2267-2020 Class II Open since 2018 There is potential for the plastic optical tip to become detached from the metal shaft.
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- 21 Aug 2018 Z-2268-2020 Class II Open since 2018 There is potential for the plastic optical tip to become detached from the metal shaft.
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- 21 Aug 2018 Z-2269-2020 Class II Open since 2018 There is potential for the plastic optical tip to become detached from the metal shaft.
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- 21 Aug 2018 Z-2270-2020 Class II Open since 2018 There is potential for the plastic optical tip to become detached from the metal shaft.
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- 21 Aug 2018 Z-2271-2020 Class II Open since 2018 There is potential for the plastic optical tip to become detached from the metal shaft.
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- 21 Aug 2018 Z-2272-2020 Class II Open since 2018 There is potential for the plastic optical tip to become detached from the metal shaft.
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- 21 Aug 2018 Z-2273-2020 Class II Open since 2018 There is potential for the plastic optical tip to become detached from the metal shaft.
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- 21 Aug 2018 Z-2266-2020 Class II Open since 2018 There is potential for the plastic optical tip to become detached from the metal shaft.
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2018
- 21 Aug 2018 Z-2274-2020 Class II Open since 2018 There is potential for the plastic optical tip to become detached from the metal shaft.
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- 21 Aug 2018 Z-2275-2020 Class II Open since 2018 There is potential for the plastic optical tip to become detached from the metal shaft.
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- 21 Aug 2018 Z-2276-2020 Class II Open since 2018 There is potential for the plastic optical tip to become detached from the metal shaft.
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- 21 Aug 2018 Z-2277-2020 Class II Open since 2018 There is potential for the plastic optical tip to become detached from the metal shaft.
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- 21 Aug 2018 Z-2278-2020 Class II Open since 2018 There is potential for the plastic optical tip to become detached from the metal shaft.
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- 21 Aug 2018 Z-2279-2020 Class II Open since 2018 There is potential for the plastic optical tip to become detached from the metal shaft.
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- 27 Jun 2018 Z-2005-2020 Class II Open since 2018 Genicon is providing updated IFU labeling to users to provide clarity on how to use the device for multiple specimen retrieval.
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- 21 Aug 2018 Z-2274-2020 Class II Open since 2018 There is potential for the plastic optical tip to become detached from the metal shaft.
2017
- 19 Jul 2017 Z-1076-2018 Class II Terminated Plastic handle is breaking off of shaft inhibiting proper removal per Instructions for Use.
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- 19 Jul 2017 Z-1076-2018 Class II Terminated Plastic handle is breaking off of shaft inhibiting proper removal per Instructions for Use.
Frequently asked questions
How many devices does Genicon have in the registry?
The registry currently lists 258 devices for Genicon. Devices recorded under merged duplicate company entries are counted once.
Which registries list Genicon's devices?
Among its 50 most recently registered devices, Genicon has devices listed in FDA GUDID (50 devices).
What risk classes do Genicon's devices fall under?
Among its 50 most recently registered devices, the classes recorded for Genicon's devices are Class I and Class II. Each device page shows its own class and authorisation.
Are there FDA recall records for Genicon?
FDA recall records list 18 recalls initiated by Genicon, the most recent initiated on 17 Sep 2020. 17 of them are recorded as ongoing. A recall is often a precaution started by the manufacturer; the records say nothing about the company's overall record.
What are the newest devices from Genicon in the registry?
The most recently registered devices listed for Genicon include GeniPort 100-105-102, Natura 210-110-252, NanoSurge 520-063-950 and GeniSurge 533-005-930T.