510(k) · Cleared
ClearedBard Permafix Fixation System, Model 0113012, 0113014, 0113016, 0116018
Data to Oct 25, 2026 (FDA decisions) Oct 12, 2026 (recalls) Sep 30, 2026 (MAUDE) refreshed weekly
C.R. Bard, Inc. · GDW Staple, Implantable
Cleared on Dec 18, 2009 as substantially equivalent to K082396 (C.R. Bard, Inc., 2009) after a 127-day review. Its family tree reaches back 4 generations to 1991. 6 later devices descend from it.
- Decided
- Dec 18, 2009
- Review
- 127 days
- Class
- Class II
- Product code
- GDW
- Recalls
- None
- Predicates
- 1
Its longest line of descent runs back 4 generations to K913469 (1991). 6 ancestors in all. 6 later devices descend from it, 2 citing it directly.
- Root · 4 generations backK913469 Endopath Disposable Endoscopic Multifeed StaplerETHICON, Inc. · 1991
- 3 generations backK032093 PariefixSofradim Production · 2003
- 2 generations backK060494 Easytac Anchor. Easytac Delivery SystemMedchannel, LLC · 2006
- 1 generation backK082396 Davol Absorbable Fastener System, Model (S) 0113080,0113081…C.R. Bard, Inc. · 2009
- This deviceK092483 Bard Permafix Fixation System, Model 0113012, 0113014, 0113016…C.R. Bard, Inc. · 2009
- Descendant · cites it directly · 3 of its ownK132698 Fastouch Fixation SystemVia Surgical, Ltd. · 2014
- Descendant · 2 generations on · 2 of its ownK162252 FasTouch Fixation SystemVia Surgical, Ltd. · 2016
- Descendant · 2 generations on · 1 of its ownK181668 FasTouch Absorbable Fixation SystemVia Surgical, Ltd. · 2019
- Descendant · cites it directly · 1 of its ownK111153 Sorbafix (TM) Absorbable Fixation System, Permafix (TM) Fixation…C.R. Bard, Inc. · 2011
- Descendant · 3 generations on · 0 of its ownK203117 TissueTak deviceVia Surgical, Ltd. · 2021
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Most influential descendants
Showing 5 of 6 · See all- K132698Fastouch Fixation SystemVia Surgical, Ltd. · 2014 · cites it directly3descendants
- K162252FasTouch Fixation SystemVia Surgical, Ltd. · 2016 · 2 generations on2descendants
- K181668FasTouch Absorbable Fixation SystemVia Surgical, Ltd. · 2019 · 2 generations on1descendant
- K111153Sorbafix (TM) Absorbable Fixation System, Permafix (TM) Fixation SystemC.R. Bard, Inc. · 2011 · cites it directly1descendant
- K203117TissueTak deviceVia Surgical, Ltd. · 2021 · 3 generations on0descendants
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Line of descent and top descendants
| Generation | Number | Device | Applicant | Decided | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| −4 | K913469 | Endopath Disposable Endoscopic Multifeed Stapler | ETHICON, Inc. | 1991 | — |
| −3 | K032093 | Pariefix | Sofradim Production | 2003 | — |
| −2 | K060494 | Easytac Anchor. Easytac Delivery System | Medchannel, LLC | 2006 | — |
| −1 | K082396 | Davol Absorbable Fastener System, Model (S) 0113080,0113081, 0113082, 0113084… | C.R. Bard, Inc. | 2009 | — |
| 0 (this device) | K092483 | Bard Permafix Fixation System, Model 0113012, 0113014, 0113016, 0116018 | C.R. Bard, Inc. | 2009 | — |
| +1 | K132698 | Fastouch Fixation System | Via Surgical, Ltd. | 2014 | — |
| +2 | K162252 | FasTouch Fixation System | Via Surgical, Ltd. | 2016 | — |
| +2 | K181668 | FasTouch Absorbable Fixation System | Via Surgical, Ltd. | 2019 | — |
| +1 | K111153 | Sorbafix (TM) Absorbable Fixation System, Permafix (TM) Fixation System | C.R. Bard, Inc. | 2011 | — |
| +3 | K203117 | TissueTak device | Via Surgical, Ltd. | 2021 | — |
Other ancestors by year cleared
| Year cleared | Devices | With a Class I recall |
|---|---|---|
| 1994 | 1 | 0 |
| 2005 | 1 | 0 |
Descendants by year cleared
| Year cleared | Devices | With a Class I recall |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 1 | 0 |
| 2013 | 1 | 0 |
| 2014 | 1 | 0 |
| 2016 | 1 | 0 |
| 2019 | 1 | 0 |
| 2021 | 1 | 0 |
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 GDW? 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 GDW device
- #1 K253657 Tri-staple 2.0™ Reloads; Endo GIA™ Reloads…score 15.0 · 14 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| * | K082396 | Davol Absorbable Fastener System, Model (S) 0113080,0113081, 0113082, 0113084, 0113086…Summary page 1…Implantable, C. Predicate Device Name Trade name: Davol Absorbable Fastener System (K082396) D. Device Desciiption The Bard PermaFixlm Fixation System isdisposable, single-use system designed to deliver a permanent… | 2009 |
What descends from it? (6)
2 later devices cite it directly; ranked here by how many devices descend from each in turn.
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 18 years and passes through 4 companies; a new generation was cleared every 2.7 years on median.
- None of the 6 ancestors has a recall.
- Of its descendants, K132698 (Via Surgical, Ltd., 2014) has gone furthest, with 3 descendants of its own.
- 3 other devices also cite its predicate K082396.
How does its category compare?
All GDW devicesGDW Staple, Implantable: FDA decisions, review times, recalls and adverse event reports over 20 years. 2009, this device’s year, is highlighted.
FDA decisions per year · GDW
3in 2025
2026 to Oct 25, outlined.
Median 510(k) review, days · GDW
111in 2025
Receipt to decision; years with fewer than 3 clearances left blank.
Recalls per year · GDW
3in 2025
Class I (5 since 2007) Class II/III not classified
Adverse event reports per year · GDW
11,905in 2025
MAUDE reports naming product code GDW, 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 | 8 | 56 | 9 | 2,401 |
| 2008 | 7 | 57 | 0 | 2,380 |
| 2009 | 13 | 27 | 22 | 4,014 |
| 2010 | 10 | 39 | 2 | 3,768 |
| 2011 | 11 | 49 | 9 | 3,826 |
| 2012 | 9 | 45 | 11 (1) | 3,717 |
| 2013 | 13 | 49 | 1 | 3,777 |
| 2014 | 15 | 63 | 0 | 4,784 |
| 2015 | 8 | 111 | 6 | 4,899 |
| 2016 | 11 | 96 | 2 | 5,106 |
| 2017 | 13 | 103 | 3 | 11,643 |
| 2018 | 7 | 90 | 3 | 14,914 |
| 2019 | 12 | 205 | 4 (4) | 16,600 |
| 2020 | 10 | 88 | 11 | 12,332 |
| 2021 | 9 | 233 | 0 | 13,015 |
| 2022 | 7 | 89 | 0 | 13,605 |
| 2023 | 4 | 267 | 1 | 14,623 |
| 2024 | 2 | — | 0 | 13,280 |
| 2025 | 3 | 111 | 3 | 11,905 |
| 2026 | 3 | 141 | 0 | — |
What is it indicated for?
The BARD PERMAFIX FIXATION SYSTEM is indicated for the approximation of soft tissue and fixation of surgical mesh to tissues during open or laparoscopic surgical procedures, such as hernia repair.
Indications for use as stated in the FDA summary.
https://510kreport.com/device/K092483 · printed Nov 6, 2026
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510(k) Report. “K092483: Bard Permafix Fixation System, Model 0113012, 0113014, 0113016, 0116018.” Lineage record from FDA 510(k) data and the FDA summary. Updated Nov 3, 2026. Accessed Nov 6, 2026. https://510kreport.com/device/K092483
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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