# K011783: Multi-Snare Set

- Pathway: 510(k) (Traditional)
- Applicant: Pfm Produkte Fur Die Medizin AG
- Decided: Jan 24, 2002 after 231 days
- Product code: DXE (Catheter, Embolectomy)
- Device class: 2
- Regulation: 21 CFR 870.5150
- Recalls of this device: 1 (0 Class I)
- Data: FDA decisions to Oct 25, 2026; recalls to Oct 12, 2026

## Lineage
Longest line of descent: 1 generation back to K920823 (1993). 2 ancestors in all.
No later device cites it as a predicate yet.
0 of 3 devices in its family (counting itself) have a Class I recall.

## Predicates on the family tree (from the FDA summary)
- K925439: Microsnare, Microvena Corp. (1993) Summary page 1.
- K920823: Welter Snare Retriever, Cook, Inc. (1993) Summary page 1.

## Recalls of this device
- Apr 21, 2026 · Class II · Z-2526-2026: A snare catheter including luer lock, indicated for removal or manipulation of a foreign body in the vascular system, failed to meet the biocompatibility requirements for in-vitro-cytotoxicity, which 

## Indications for use
The Multi-Snare Set (and its components) is intended for: Retrieval and manipulation of foreign objects from the vascular system and hollow viscera Assistance in creating loops where cross-over technique is applied Repositioning of indwelling venous catheters Assistance in performing venipuncture to obtain access to central vein

Source page: https://510kreport.com/device/K011783
Methodology: https://510kreport.com/methodology