510(k) · Cleared
ClearedModification to Smith & Nephew RF Denervation Probes & RF Cannulae
Data to Oct 25, 2026 (FDA decisions) Oct 12, 2026 (recalls) Sep 30, 2026 (MAUDE) refreshed weekly
Smith & Nephew, Inc. · GXI Probe, Radiofrequency Lesion
Cleared on Jul 20, 2007 as substantially equivalent to K034012 (Smith & Nephew, Inc., 2004) after a 72-day review. Its family tree reaches back 4 generations to 1987.
- Decided
- Jul 20, 2007
- Review
- 72 days
- Class
- Class II
- Product code
- GXI
- Recalls
- None
- Predicates
- 1
Its longest line of descent runs back 4 generations to K870028 (1987). No later device cites it as a predicate yet.
- Root · 4 generations backK870028 SMK Sluyter-Mehta Cannulae, RF Pole, Pole,FlexibleRadionics, Inc. · 1987
- 3 generations backK963577 Radionics Sluijter-Mehta CannulaRadionics, Inc. · 1996
- 2 generations backK980430 Radionics Disposable RF Cannulae (SC-C, RFK-DB, RFK-DS)Radionics, Inc. · 1998
- 1 generation backK034012 Smith & Nephew RF Denervation Probes & RF CannulaeSmith & Nephew, Inc. · 2004 · Recalled
- This deviceK071300 Modification to Smith & Nephew RF Denervation Probes & RF CannulaeSmith & Nephew, Inc. · 2007
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Line of descent and top descendants
| Generation | Number | Device | Applicant | Decided | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| −4 | K870028 | SMK Sluyter-Mehta Cannulae, RF Pole, Pole,Flexible | Radionics, Inc. | 1987 | — |
| −3 | K963577 | Radionics Sluijter-Mehta Cannula | Radionics, Inc. | 1996 | — |
| −2 | K980430 | Radionics Disposable RF Cannulae (SC-C, RFK-DB, RFK-DS) | Radionics, Inc. | 1998 | — |
| −1 | K034012 | Smith & Nephew RF Denervation Probes & RF Cannulae | Smith & Nephew, Inc. | 2004 | 3 |
| 0 (this device) | K071300 | Modification to Smith & Nephew RF Denervation Probes & RF Cannulae | Smith & Nephew, Inc. | 2007 | — |
Sources: FDA 510(k) database (decision fields), the FDA summary (predicates and indications), FDA recall and enforcement reports, and MAUDE; processed by 510(k) Report. Verify on FDA.gov · Methodology and accuracy.
Planning a device in GXI? A 510(k) Report weighs predicate choices, recall history and review times for a new device like this one.
Top candidate predicates for a new GXI device
- #1 K253907 Disposable Radiofrequency Cannulascore 12.7 · 6 generations · no Class I recall
- #2 Held for the reportin the report
- #3 Held for the reportin the report
What was it cleared against? (1)
Devices the submitter claimed this one is substantially equivalent to (*), and reference devices cited for a specific test or feature (†), as written in the FDA summary.
| Type | Number | Device | Decided |
|---|---|---|---|
| * | K034012 | Smith & Nephew RF Denervation Probes & RF CannulaeSummary page 1…mental Scientific Technology to the following legally marketed device in commercial distribution: Smith & Nephew RF Denervation Probes & RF Cannulae (K034012). E. Description of Device The Smith & Nephew RF Denervation Probe is a temperature sensing electrode… | 2004 |
What descends from it?
No later submission names this one as a predicate yet.
Has anything in its family been recalled? (0 Class I)
No FDA recall names this device.
No ancestor or descendant has a Class I recall.
What does this lineage say?
- The line of descent spans 20 years and passes through 2 companies; a new generation was cleared every 6.0 years on median.
- 1 of the 4 ancestors has a recall of any class.
- 3 other devices also cite its predicate K034012.
How does its category compare?
All GXI devicesGXI Probe, Radiofrequency Lesion: FDA decisions, review times, recalls and adverse event reports over 20 years. 2007, this device’s year, is highlighted.
FDA decisions per year · GXI
4in 2025
2026 to Oct 25, outlined.
Median 510(k) review, days · GXI
183in 2025
Receipt to decision; years with fewer than 3 clearances left blank.
Recalls per year · GXI
1in 2019
Class I (0 since 2007) Class II/III not classified
Adverse event reports per year · GXI
98in 2025
MAUDE reports naming product code GXI, not matched to any one device; reports are not rates.
View these four charts as a table
| Year | Decisions | Median 510(k) review, days | Recalls (Class I) | MAUDE reports |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 4 | 87 | 3 | 1 |
| 2008 | 2 | — | 1 | 4 |
| 2009 | 2 | — | 0 | 10 |
| 2010 | 2 | — | 1 | 8 |
| 2011 | 3 | 64 | 0 | 5 |
| 2012 | 1 | — | 1 | 14 |
| 2013 | 1 | — | 1 | 25 |
| 2014 | 1 | — | 0 | 20 |
| 2015 | 1 | — | 0 | 23 |
| 2016 | 3 | 240 | 0 | 16 |
| 2017 | 3 | 125 | 1 | 150 |
| 2018 | 1 | — | 0 | 147 |
| 2019 | 3 | 63 | 1 | 93 |
| 2020 | 3 | 255 | 0 | 31 |
| 2021 | 0 | — | 0 | 30 |
| 2022 | 2 | — | 0 | 46 |
| 2023 | 0 | — | 0 | 35 |
| 2024 | 0 | — | 0 | 45 |
| 2025 | 4 | 183 | 0 | 98 |
| 2026 | 2 | — | 3 | — |
What is it indicated for?
Smith & Nephew RF Denervation Probes and RF Cannulae are indicated for use in RF heat lesion procedures for the relief of pain.
Indications for use as stated in the FDA summary.
https://510kreport.com/device/K071300 · printed Nov 4, 2026
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510(k) Report. “K071300: Modification to Smith & Nephew RF Denervation Probes & RF Cannulae.” Lineage record from FDA 510(k) data and the FDA summary. Updated Nov 3, 2026. Accessed Nov 4, 2026. https://510kreport.com/device/K071300
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Record history
- FDA decision record loaded May 2, 2026
- Summary read Oct 13, 2026 (extraction version 9eaa42aa01ed)
- Lineage and recalls computed Nov 3, 2026
- Page last updated Nov 3, 2026