510(k) · Cleared
Recalled · Class II · 2026Electrosurgical Generator ESG-410, Foot Switches, PK Cutting Forceps
Data to Oct 25, 2026 (FDA decisions) Oct 12, 2026 (recalls) Sep 30, 2026 (MAUDE) refreshed weekly
Olympus Winter & Ibe GmbH · GEI Electrosurgical, Cutting & Coagulation & Accessories
Cleared on Apr 28, 2021 as substantially equivalent to K141225 (Olympus Winter & Ibe GmbH, 2014) and 1 other predicate after a 173-day review. Its family tree reaches back 12 generations to 1994. 1 later device descends from it. It has been recalled 4 times.
- Decided
- Apr 28, 2021
- Review
- 173 days
- Class
- Class II
- Product code
- GEI
- Recalls
- 4
- Predicates
- 2
Its longest line of descent runs back 12 generations to K936109 (1994). 88 ancestors in all, the oldest K800617 (1980). 1 later device descends from it, 1 citing it directly.
- Root · 12 generations backK936109 Sharplan Model 1120 CO2 Surgical LaserSharplan Lasers, Inc. · 1994
- 8 generations between
- 3 generations backK050550 Gyrus General Purpose Electrosurgical GeneratorGyrus Medical, Inc. · 2005
- 2 generations backK100896 Gyrus Acmi Halo PKS Cutting ForcepsGyrus Acmi, Inc. · 2010 · Recalled
- 1 generation backK142759 PK Cutting Forceps for ESG-400 WorkstationGyrus Acmi, Inc. · 2015
- This deviceK203277 Electrosurgical Generator ESG-410, Foot Switches, PK Cutting ForcepsOlympus Winter & Ibe GmbH · 2021
- Descendant · cites it directly · 0 of its ownK231777 Electrosurgical Generator ESG-410 and Accessories (WA91327U…Olympus Winter & Ibe GmbH · 2023 · Recalled
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- Root · 12 generations backK936109 Sharplan Model 1120 CO2 Surgical LaserSharplan Lasers, Inc. · 1994
- 11 generations backK960521 Sharplan Lasers, Inc. Silktouch Flash ScannerSharplan Lasers, Inc. · 1996
- 10 generations backK963339 Coherent Ultrapulse CO2 Surgical LasersCoherent Medical Group · 1997
- 9 generations backK974789 Coherent Ultrapulse S Series CO2 Surgical Lasers Model C and LLumenis, Inc. · 1998
- 8 generations backK990947 Modified Versapulse Select Single Wavelength, HO: Yag and Dual…Lumenis, Inc. · 1999
- 7 generations backK011703 Lumenis Versapulse Powersuite Holmium (HO:Yag) and Dual Wavelength…Lumenis · 2001 · Recalled
- 6 generations backK014290 Entec Plasma WandsArthrocare Corp. · 2002
- 5 generations backK021777 Gyrus Ent Cogent 2/G2 System (Generator,Accessories Somnoplasty…Gyrus Ent LLC · 2002
- 4 generations backK041285 Gyrus G3 System (Generator, Assessories, Somnoplasty Electrodes and…Gyrus Medical, Ltd. · 2004 · Recalled
- 3 generations backK050550 Gyrus General Purpose Electrosurgical GeneratorGyrus Medical, Inc. · 2005
- 2 generations backK100896 Gyrus Acmi Halo PKS Cutting ForcepsGyrus Acmi, Inc. · 2010 · Recalled
- 1 generation backK142759 PK Cutting Forceps for ESG-400 WorkstationGyrus Acmi, Inc. · 2015
- This deviceK203277 Electrosurgical Generator ESG-410, Foot Switches, PK Cutting ForcepsOlympus Winter & Ibe GmbH · 2021
Most influential descendants
Showing 1 of 1 · See all- K231777Electrosurgical Generator ESG-410 and Accessories (WA91327U, WA91327W), Accessories…Olympus Winter & Ibe GmbH · 2023 · cites it directly0descendants
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Line of descent and top descendants
| Generation | Number | Device | Applicant | Decided | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| −12 | K936109 | Sharplan Model 1120 CO2 Surgical Laser | Sharplan Lasers, Inc. | 1994 | — |
| −11 | K960521 | Sharplan Lasers, Inc. Silktouch Flash Scanner | Sharplan Lasers, Inc. | 1996 | — |
| −10 | K963339 | Coherent Ultrapulse CO2 Surgical Lasers | Coherent Medical Group | 1997 | — |
| −9 | K974789 | Coherent Ultrapulse S Series CO2 Surgical Lasers Model C and L | Lumenis, Inc. | 1998 | — |
| −8 | K990947 | Modified Versapulse Select Single Wavelength, HO: Yag and Dual Wavelength, HO… | Lumenis, Inc. | 1999 | — |
| −7 | K011703 | Lumenis Versapulse Powersuite Holmium (HO:Yag) and Dual Wavelength… | Lumenis | 2001 | 2 |
| −6 | K014290 | Entec Plasma Wands | Arthrocare Corp. | 2002 | — |
| −5 | K021777 | Gyrus Ent Cogent 2/G2 System (Generator,Accessories Somnoplasty Electrodes and… | Gyrus Ent LLC | 2002 | — |
| −4 | K041285 | Gyrus G3 System (Generator, Assessories, Somnoplasty Electrodes and… | Gyrus Medical, Ltd. | 2004 | 2 |
| −3 | K050550 | Gyrus General Purpose Electrosurgical Generator | Gyrus Medical, Inc. | 2005 | — |
| −2 | K100896 | Gyrus Acmi Halo PKS Cutting Forceps | Gyrus Acmi, Inc. | 2010 | 1 |
| −1 | K142759 | PK Cutting Forceps for ESG-400 Workstation | Gyrus Acmi, Inc. | 2015 | — |
| 0 (this device) | K203277 | Electrosurgical Generator ESG-410, Foot Switches, PK Cutting Forceps | Olympus Winter & Ibe GmbH | 2021 | — |
| +1 | K231777 | Electrosurgical Generator ESG-410 and Accessories (WA91327U, WA91327W)… | Olympus Winter & Ibe GmbH | 2023 | 2 |
Other ancestors by year cleared
| Year cleared | Devices | With a Class I recall |
|---|---|---|
| 1980 | 1 | 0 |
| 1986 | 1 | 0 |
| 1989 | 1 | 0 |
| 1990 | 1 | 0 |
| 1991 | 5 | 0 |
| 1992 | 3 | 0 |
| 1993 | 1 | 0 |
| 1994 | 5 | 0 |
| 1995 | 7 | 0 |
| 1996 | 9 | 0 |
| 1997 | 6 | 0 |
| 1998 | 6 | 0 |
| 1999 | 4 | 0 |
| 2000 | 13 | 0 |
| 2001 | 3 | 0 |
| 2002 | 5 | 0 |
| 2003 | 2 | 0 |
| 2006 | 1 | 0 |
| 2011 | 1 | 0 |
| 2014 | 1 | 0 |
Descendants by year cleared
| Year cleared | Devices | With a Class I recall |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 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 GEI? 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 GEI device
- #1 K231790 The InMode System with the Morpheus8 Applicatorsscore 32.7 · 21 generations · no Class I recall
- #2 Held for the reportin the report
- #3 Held for the reportin the report
What was it cleared against? (2)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| * | K141225 | Esg-400, Footswitch Double Pedal, Footswitch Single Pedal, P-CordSummary page 6…ted devices: | Predicate Device | Manufacturer | 510(k) No | ESG-400 | Olympus Winter & Ibe GmbH | K141225 PK Cutting Forceps Olympus Surgical Technologies K142759 America T… | 2014 |
| * | K142759 | PK Cutting Forceps for ESG-400 WorkstationSummary page 6…| 510(k) No | ESG-400 | Olympus Winter & Ibe GmbH | K141225 PK Cutting Forceps Olympus Surgical Technologies K142759 America Table 2.1: Identification of predicate device The following reference devices… | 2015 |
| † | K151649 | Valleylab FT10 Electrosurgical Platform | 2015 |
| † | K060484 | Erbe Vio Esu, Model Vio 300 D | 2006 |
What descends from it? (1)
1 later device cites it directly; ranked here by how many devices descend from each in turn.
| Number | Device | Decided | Descendants |
|---|---|---|---|
| K231777 | Electrosurgical Generator ESG-410 and Accessories (WA91327U, WA91327W), Accessories… | 2023 | 0 |
Has anything in its family been recalled? (0 Class I)
Recalls of this device
| Date | Class | Recall | Root cause | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 25, 2026 | Class II | Z-1640-2026 | Nonconforming Material/Component | Olympus identified that the Cutting Forceps contain components for which the supplier did not adequately validate the welding process. Defective welds can result in the Cutting Forceps' jaw breaking during clinical use. |
| Jul 25, 2025 | Class II | Z-2339-2025 | Component change control | Potential for the ESG-410 Electrosurgical Generator to display an error message: "E0662 System Error", followed by either automatic single reboots of the device, or continuous reboot 'loops'. |
| Jun 21, 2024 | Class II | Z-2415-2024 | Component design/selection | Electrosurgical Generators ESG-410 does not power on upon use, may result in delays in initiating treatment or prolonged surgery |
| Dec 15, 2023 | Class II | Z-1167-2024 | Under Investigation by firm | The jaw may fracture prior to the procedure during the inspection instructed per the IFU, or during the procedure. |
No ancestor or descendant has a Class I recall.
What does this lineage say?
- The line of descent spans 27 years and passes through 10 companies; a new generation was cleared every 1.9 years on median.
- 7 of the 88 ancestors have a recall of any class.
- Of its descendants, K231777 (Olympus Winter & Ibe GmbH, 2023) has gone furthest, with 0 descendants of its own.
- 5 other devices also cite its predicate K141225.
How does its category compare?
All GEI devicesGEI Electrosurgical, Cutting & Coagulation & Accessories: FDA decisions, review times, recalls and adverse event reports over 20 years. 2021, this device’s year, is highlighted.
FDA decisions per year · GEI
52in 2025
2026 to Oct 25, outlined.
Median 510(k) review, days · GEI
113in 2025
Receipt to decision; years with fewer than 3 clearances left blank.
Recalls per year · GEI
4in 2025
Class I (14 since 2007) Class II/III not classified
Adverse event reports per year · GEI
7,592in 2025
MAUDE reports naming product code GEI, 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 | 50 | 51 | 21 | 2,795 |
| 2008 | 61 | 71 | 19 | 2,556 |
| 2009 | 42 | 130 | 27 | 3,591 |
| 2010 | 46 | 109 | 51 | 3,377 |
| 2011 | 35 | 135 | 32 | 4,463 |
| 2012 | 39 | 133 | 30 | 5,216 |
| 2013 | 48 | 136 | 13 | 4,897 |
| 2014 | 49 | 103 | 3 | 4,908 |
| 2015 | 47 | 123 | 4 | 4,936 |
| 2016 | 64 | 108 | 3 | 5,616 |
| 2017 | 52 | 72 | 2 | 6,073 |
| 2018 | 47 | 93 | 6 | 6,545 |
| 2019 | 48 | 93 | 5 | 7,067 |
| 2020 | 59 | 105 | 1 | 6,490 |
| 2021 | 46 | 146 | 6 | 6,354 |
| 2022 | 55 | 150 | 49 | 6,103 |
| 2023 | 65 | 104 | 27 (4) | 7,176 |
| 2024 | 59 | 125 | 22 (10) | 7,897 |
| 2025 | 52 | 113 | 4 | 7,592 |
| 2026 | 43 | 183 | 8 | — |
What is it indicated for?
The electrosurgical generator, in conjunction with electrosurgical accessories and ancillary equipment, is intended for
cutting and coagulation of tissue in the following medical fields:
* Open surgery
* Laparoscopic surgery
* Endoscopic surgery
Only for use by a qualified physician in an adequate medical environment.
The PK Cutting Forceps are indicated for electrosurgical coagulation, mechanical cutting, and grasping of tissue during
the performance of laparoscopic and open general surgical procedures.
Indications for use as stated in the FDA summary.
https://510kreport.com/device/K203277 · printed Nov 6, 2026
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510(k) Report. “K203277: Electrosurgical Generator ESG-410, Foot Switches, PK Cutting Forceps.” Lineage record from FDA 510(k) data and the FDA summary. Updated Nov 3, 2026. Accessed Nov 6, 2026. https://510kreport.com/device/K203277
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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