# K022979: Laparette, Model Lap J L S H N

- Pathway: 510(k) (Special)
- Applicant: Instruments Medicaux G.B., Inc.
- Decided: Dec 18, 2002 after 100 days
- Product code: KNF (Coagulator-Cutter, Endoscopic, Unipolar (And Accessories))
- Device class: 2
- Regulation: 21 CFR 884.4160
- Recalls of this device: none
- Data: FDA decisions to Oct 25, 2026; recalls to Oct 12, 2026

## Lineage
Longest line of descent: 2 generations back to K912492 (1991). 3 ancestors in all.
No later device cites it as a predicate yet.
0 of 4 devices in its family (counting itself) have a Class I recall.

## Predicates on the family tree (from the FDA summary)
- K971146: Laparette, Rd Chus, Inc. (1997)

## Indications for use
The LAPARETTE is intended for use in minimally invasive surgery, including laparoscopy, to cut tissue and control bleeding by use of high-frequency electrical current, irrigate tissue and cavities, as well as suction fluids from the wound. This device is not intended for use in tubal sterilisation procedures.

Source page: https://510kreport.com/device/K022979
Methodology: https://510kreport.com/methodology