# K161744: Symmetry Sharp Kerrison Rongeur

- Pathway: 510(k) (Special)
- Applicant: Symmetry Surgical, Inc.
- Decided: Sep 7, 2016 after 75 days
- Product code: HAE (Rongeur, Manual)
- Device class: 2
- Regulation: 21 CFR 882.4840
- Recalls of this device: none
- Data: FDA decisions to Oct 25, 2026; recalls to Oct 12, 2026

## Lineage
Longest line of descent: 3 generations back to K902819 (1990). 4 ancestors in all.
No later device cites it as a predicate yet.
0 of 5 devices in its family (counting itself) have a Class I recall.

## Predicates on the family tree (from the FDA summary)
- K130541: Symmetry Kerrison Disposable Tip Rongeurs, Symmetry Surgical (2013) Summary page 5.

## Indications for use
The Symmetry Sharp Kerrison Rongeur is indicated for cutting bony tissue of the spine. The Symmetry Sharp Kerrison Rongeur is a manually operated instrument that consists of a Handle and Tips (available in single use or reusable).

Source page: https://510kreport.com/device/K161744
Methodology: https://510kreport.com/methodology