# K040295: Applied Laparoscopic Monopolar Scissors

- Pathway: 510(k) (Traditional)
- Applicant: Applied Medical Resources Corp.
- Decided: Mar 12, 2004 after 32 days
- Product code: HET (Laparoscope, Gynecologic (And Accessories))
- Device class: 2
- Regulation: 21 CFR 884.1720
- Recalls of this device: none
- Data: FDA decisions to Oct 25, 2026; recalls to Oct 12, 2026

## Lineage
Longest line of descent: 1 generation back to K903206 (1990). 1 ancestor in all.
13 later devices descend from it; 3 cite it directly.
0 of 15 devices in its family (counting itself) have a Class I recall.

## Predicates on the family tree (from the FDA summary)
- K903206: Auto Suture (R) Endoscopic Scissors, United States Surgical, A Division of Tyco Healthc (1990) Summary page 1.

## Most influential descendants
- K063485: Logic Laparoscopic Scissors (2006), 7 descendants of its own
- K090583: Endoscopic Monopolar Scissors, Models Ems-235, Ems-165 (2009), 4 descendants of its own
- K062169: Applied Laparoscopic Disposable Monopolar Scissors (2006), 4 descendants of its own
- K141058: Ensizor Endoscopic Scissors (2014), 3 descendants of its own
- K071976: Vectec Disposable Trocars and Laparoscopic Accessories (2007), 3 descendants of its own

## Indications for use
The Applied Laparoscopic Monopolar Scissors is indicated for use in gynecologic and general endoscopic procedures for mobilization and transection of tissues. The device with a 5rmm diameter insulated shaft has a male cautery connection on top of the handle and may be used for monopolar cautery when attached to standard cautery cables and their generators.

Source page: https://510kreport.com/device/K040295
Methodology: https://510kreport.com/methodology