510(k) · Cleared
Recalled · Class II · 2013Angiodynamics, Inc. Venacure Procedure Kit
Data to Oct 25, 2026 (FDA decisions) Oct 12, 2026 (recalls) Sep 30, 2026 (MAUDE) refreshed weekly
AngioDynamics, Inc. · GEX Powered Laser Surgical Instrument
Cleared on Dec 15, 2010 after a 79-day review. FDA’s file for it is a 510(k) statement, which names no predicate. 2 later devices descend from it. It has been recalled 16 times.
- Decided
- Dec 15, 2010
- Review
- 79 days
- Class
- Class II
- Product code
- GEX
- Recalls
- 16
- Predicates
- 0
2 later devices descend from it, 1 citing it directly.
- This deviceK102796 Angiodynamics, Inc. Venacure Procedure KitAngioDynamics, Inc. · 2010
- Descendant · cites it directly · 1 of its ownK133561 Venacure Evlt Nevertouch Procedure Kit, Venacure Evlt Tre' SheathAngioDynamics, Inc. · 2013
- Descendant · 2 generations on · 0 of its ownK142614 AngioDynamics VenaCure EVLT Tre’ Sheath and VenaCure EVLT NeverTouch…AngioDynamics, Inc. · 2014
Most influential descendants
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Line of descent and top descendants
| Generation | Number | Device | Applicant | Decided | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 (this device) | K102796 | Angiodynamics, Inc. Venacure Procedure Kit | AngioDynamics, Inc. | 2010 | — |
| +1 | K133561 | Venacure Evlt Nevertouch Procedure Kit, Venacure Evlt Tre' Sheath | AngioDynamics, Inc. | 2013 | — |
| +2 | K142614 | AngioDynamics VenaCure EVLT Tre’ Sheath and VenaCure EVLT NeverTouch Procedure… | AngioDynamics, Inc. | 2014 | — |
Descendants by year cleared
| Year cleared | Devices | With a Class I recall |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 1 | 0 |
| 2014 | 1 | 0 |
Sources: FDA 510(k) database (decision fields), the FDA 510(k) statement (indications), FDA recall and enforcement reports, and MAUDE; processed by 510(k) Report. Verify on FDA.gov · Methodology and accuracy.
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What was it cleared against?
FDA’s file for it is a 510(k) statement, which names no predicate.
What descends from it? (2)
1 later device cites it directly; ranked here by how many devices descend from each in turn.
| Number | Device | Decided | Descendants |
|---|---|---|---|
| K133561 | Venacure Evlt Nevertouch Procedure Kit, Venacure Evlt Tre' Sheath | 2013 | 1 |
Has anything in its family been recalled? (0 Class I)
Recalls of this device
| Date | Class | Recall | Root cause | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 30, 2013 | Class II | Z-1406-2013 | Labeling mix-ups | AngioDynamics Inc., is recalling Micro Introducer Kits and VenaCure EVLT NeverTouch Procedure Kits, because the potential exists that the micro Introducer (sheath/dilator) packaged within the kit could be the wrong French size. |
| Nov 10, 2011 | Not classified | Z-0400-2012 | Process control | During an in-process inspection the hemostasis sidearm assemblies were identified to have the potential for flash to exist on the housing at the base of the threads. This flash has the potential to break off and relocate within the fluid… |
| Nov 10, 2011 | Not classified | Z-0401-2012 | Process control | During an in-process inspection the hemostasis sidearm assemblies were identified to have the potential for flash to exist on the housing at the base of the threads. This flash has the potential to break off and relocate within the fluid… |
| Nov 10, 2011 | Not classified | Z-0407-2012 | Process control | During an in-process inspection the hemostasis sidearm assemblies were identified to have the potential for flash to exist on the housing at the base of the threads. This flash has the potential to break off and relocate within the fluid… |
| Nov 10, 2011 | Not classified | Z-0411-2012 | Process control | During an in-process inspection the hemostasis sidearm assemblies were identified to have the potential for flash to exist on the housing at the base of the threads. This flash has the potential to break off and relocate within the fluid… |
| Nov 10, 2011 | Not classified | Z-0402-2012 | Process control | During an in-process inspection the hemostasis sidearm assemblies were identified to have the potential for flash to exist on the housing at the base of the threads. This flash has the potential to break off and relocate within the fluid… |
| Nov 10, 2011 | Not classified | Z-0406-2012 | Process control | During an in-process inspection the hemostasis sidearm assemblies were identified to have the potential for flash to exist on the housing at the base of the threads. This flash has the potential to break off and relocate within the fluid… |
| Nov 10, 2011 | Not classified | Z-0408-2012 | Process control | During an in-process inspection the hemostasis sidearm assemblies were identified to have the potential for flash to exist on the housing at the base of the threads. This flash has the potential to break off and relocate within the fluid… |
| Nov 10, 2011 | Not classified | Z-0412-2012 | Process control | During an in-process inspection the hemostasis sidearm assemblies were identified to have the potential for flash to exist on the housing at the base of the threads. This flash has the potential to break off and relocate within the fluid… |
| Nov 10, 2011 | Not classified | Z-0414-2012 | Process control | During an in-process inspection the hemostasis sidearm assemblies were identified to have the potential for flash to exist on the housing at the base of the threads. This flash has the potential to break off and relocate within the fluid… |
| Nov 10, 2011 | Not classified | Z-0403-2012 | Process control | During an in-process inspection the hemostasis sidearm assemblies were identified to have the potential for flash to exist on the housing at the base of the threads. This flash has the potential to break off and relocate within the fluid… |
| Nov 10, 2011 | Not classified | Z-0404-2012 | Process control | During an in-process inspection the hemostasis sidearm assemblies were identified to have the potential for flash to exist on the housing at the base of the threads. This flash has the potential to break off and relocate within the fluid… |
| Nov 10, 2011 | Not classified | Z-0405-2012 | Process control | During an in-process inspection the hemostasis sidearm assemblies were identified to have the potential for flash to exist on the housing at the base of the threads. This flash has the potential to break off and relocate within the fluid… |
| Nov 10, 2011 | Not classified | Z-0409-2012 | Process control | During an in-process inspection the hemostasis sidearm assemblies were identified to have the potential for flash to exist on the housing at the base of the threads. This flash has the potential to break off and relocate within the fluid… |
| Nov 10, 2011 | Not classified | Z-0410-2012 | Process control | During an in-process inspection the hemostasis sidearm assemblies were identified to have the potential for flash to exist on the housing at the base of the threads. This flash has the potential to break off and relocate within the fluid… |
| Nov 10, 2011 | Not classified | Z-0413-2012 | Process control | During an in-process inspection the hemostasis sidearm assemblies were identified to have the potential for flash to exist on the housing at the base of the threads. This flash has the potential to break off and relocate within the fluid… |
The 5 latest of 16 recalls; the web page lists all.
No ancestor or descendant has a Class I recall.
What does this lineage say?
- Of its descendants, K133561 (AngioDynamics, Inc., 2013) has gone furthest, with 1 descendant of its own.
How does its category compare?
All GEX devicesGEX Powered Laser Surgical Instrument: FDA decisions, review times, recalls and adverse event reports over 20 years. 2010, this device’s year, is highlighted.
FDA decisions per year · GEX
83in 2025
2026 to Oct 25, outlined.
Median 510(k) review, days · GEX
90in 2025
Receipt to decision; years with fewer than 3 clearances left blank.
Recalls per year · GEX
3in 2024
Class I (1 since 2007) Class II/III not classified
Adverse event reports per year · GEX
2,720in 2025
MAUDE reports naming product code GEX, 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 | 73 | 79 | 9 | 342 |
| 2008 | 107 | 86 | 2 | 232 |
| 2009 | 69 | 100 | 0 | 209 |
| 2010 | 50 | 96 | 4 | 1,711 |
| 2011 | 41 | 83 | 18 | 3,024 |
| 2012 | 45 | 118 | 5 | 2,000 |
| 2013 | 46 | 144 | 3 | 2,236 |
| 2014 | 61 | 147 | 6 | 2,036 |
| 2015 | 47 | 112 | 0 | 2,099 |
| 2016 | 51 | 114 | 1 | 2,585 |
| 2017 | 67 | 90 | 5 (1) | 2,977 |
| 2018 | 51 | 78 | 5 | 3,525 |
| 2019 | 41 | 88 | 6 | 2,709 |
| 2020 | 52 | 90 | 1 | 2,183 |
| 2021 | 53 | 123 | 0 | 3,465 |
| 2022 | 60 | 152 | 0 | 2,288 |
| 2023 | 52 | 87 | 6 | 2,337 |
| 2024 | 82 | 90 | 3 | 2,187 |
| 2025 | 83 | 90 | 0 | 2,720 |
| 2026 | 57 | 90 | 2 | — |
What is it indicated for?
The AngloDynamnics, Inc. VenaCure Procedure Kit is indicated for endovascular coagulation of the Great Saphenous Vein (GSV) in patients with superficial vein reflux, for the treatment of varicose veins and varicosities associated with superficial reflux of the Great Saphenous Vein (GSV), and for the treatment of incompetence and reflux of superficial veins of the lower extremity.
Indications for use as stated in the FDA 510(k) statement.
https://510kreport.com/device/K102796 · printed Nov 6, 2026
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510(k) Report. “K102796: Angiodynamics, Inc. Venacure Procedure Kit.” Lineage record from FDA 510(k) data and the FDA summary. Updated Nov 3, 2026. Accessed Nov 6, 2026. https://510kreport.com/device/K102796
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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