510(k) · Cleared
ClearedDisposable Anorectal Staplers, Disposable Intraluminal Staplers, Disposable Linear Cutting Staplers, Disposable Endoscopic Cutting Staplers
Data to Oct 25, 2026 (FDA decisions) Oct 12, 2026 (recalls) Sep 30, 2026 (MAUDE) refreshed weekly
Ningbo Verykind Medical Device Co., Ltd. · GDW Staple, Implantable
Cleared on Dec 30, 2021 as substantially equivalent to K161757 (Victor Medical Instruments Co., Ltd., 2016) and 1 other predicate after a 233-day review. Its family tree reaches back 12 generations to 1985. 6 of the 64 devices in its family, counting itself, have a Class I recall.
- Decided
- Dec 30, 2021
- Review
- 233 days
- Class
- Class II
- Product code
- GDW
- Recalls
- None
- Predicates
- 2
Its longest line of descent runs back 12 generations to K842066 (1985). 63 ancestors in all, the oldest K801590 (1980). No later device cites it as a predicate yet. 6 of the 64 devices in this family, counting this one, have a Class I recall.
- Root · 12 generations backK842066 Peri-Guard Pericardial PatchGenetic Laboratories, Inc. · 1985
- 8 generations between
- 3 generations backK103263 Endo Gia Singleuse Duet TRS Reload with TRI0STAPLE TechnologyCovidien, Formerly US Surgical A Divison of Tyco H · 2010
- 2 generations backK111825 Endo Gia (TM) Staplers, DST Series (TM) Gia (TM) Staplers, DST…Covidien, Formerly US Surgical A Divison of Tyco H · 2011 · Recalled
- 1 generation backK161757 Single Use Curved Cutters, Single Use Circular Staplers, Single Use…Victor Medical Instruments Co., Ltd. · 2016
- This deviceK211458 Disposable Anorectal Staplers, Disposable Intraluminal Staplers…Ningbo Verykind Medical Device Co., Ltd. · 2021
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- Root · 12 generations backK842066 Peri-Guard Pericardial PatchGenetic Laboratories, Inc. · 1985
- 11 generations backK961811 Peri-Guard PericardiumBio-Vascular, Inc. · 1996
- 10 generations backK983162 Peri-Guard, CV Peri-Guard, Ocu-Guard, Supple Peri-Guard, Peri-Strips…Bio-Vascular, Inc. · 1998 · Recalled
- 9 generations backK992537 Peri-Strips-Sleeve, Peri-Strips-Strip and Peri-Strips Dry…Bio-Vascular, Inc. · 2000
- 8 generations backK014183 Afb (Absorbable Foam Buttress)J&J Corporate Biomaterials Center · 2002
- 7 generations backK030782 Seamguard Bioabsorbable Staple Line Reinforcement MaterialW. L. Gore & Associates, Inc. · 2003
- 6 generations backK032865 Gore Seamguard Bioabsorbable Staple Line Reinforcement MaterialW. L. Gore & Associates, Inc. · 2003
- 5 generations backK040119 Peri-Strips Staple Line Reinforcement-Sleeve Configuration…Synovis Surgical Innovations · 2004
- 4 generations backK080898 Auto Suture Endo Gia Staplers with Endo Gia Single Use Loading Units…Tyco Healthcare Group LP · 2008 · Recalled
- 3 generations backK103263 Endo Gia Singleuse Duet TRS Reload with TRI0STAPLE TechnologyCovidien, Formerly US Surgical A Divison of Tyco H · 2010
- 2 generations backK111825 Endo Gia (TM) Staplers, DST Series (TM) Gia (TM) Staplers, DST…Covidien, Formerly US Surgical A Divison of Tyco H · 2011 · Recalled
- 1 generation backK161757 Single Use Curved Cutters, Single Use Circular Staplers, Single Use…Victor Medical Instruments Co., Ltd. · 2016
- This deviceK211458 Disposable Anorectal Staplers, Disposable Intraluminal Staplers…Ningbo Verykind Medical Device Co., Ltd. · 2021
Class I recalls in this family
- K081146 Echelon Endoscopic Linear Cutters (Articulating…4 generations back · 2008
- K051301 Proximate PPH Hemorrhoidal Circular Stapler and…5 generations back · 2005
- K030925 Proximate HCS Hemorrhoidal Circular Stapler and…5 generations back · 2003
- K991030 Proximate HCS Hemorrhoidal Circular Stapler and…5 generations back · 1999
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Line of descent and top descendants
| Generation | Number | Device | Applicant | Decided | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| −12 | K842066 | Peri-Guard Pericardial Patch | Genetic Laboratories, Inc. | 1985 | — |
| −11 | K961811 | Peri-Guard Pericardium | Bio-Vascular, Inc. | 1996 | — |
| −10 | K983162 | Peri-Guard, CV Peri-Guard, Ocu-Guard, Supple Peri-Guard, Peri-Strips - Sleeve… | Bio-Vascular, Inc. | 1998 | 2 |
| −9 | K992537 | Peri-Strips-Sleeve, Peri-Strips-Strip and Peri-Strips Dry (Non-Naoh-Treated… | Bio-Vascular, Inc. | 2000 | — |
| −8 | K014183 | Afb (Absorbable Foam Buttress) | J&J Corporate Biomaterials Center | 2002 | — |
| −7 | K030782 | Seamguard Bioabsorbable Staple Line Reinforcement Material | W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc. | 2003 | — |
| −6 | K032865 | Gore Seamguard Bioabsorbable Staple Line Reinforcement Material | W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc. | 2003 | — |
| −5 | K040119 | Peri-Strips Staple Line Reinforcement-Sleeve Configuration, Peri-Strips Staple… | Synovis Surgical Innovations | 2004 | — |
| −4 | K080898 | Auto Suture Endo Gia Staplers with Endo Gia Single Use Loading Units with… | Tyco Healthcare Group LP | 2008 | 24 |
| −3 | K103263 | Endo Gia Singleuse Duet TRS Reload with TRI0STAPLE Technology | Covidien, Formerly US Surgical A Divison of Tyco H | 2010 | — |
| −2 | K111825 | Endo Gia (TM) Staplers, DST Series (TM) Gia (TM) Staplers, DST Series (TM) TA… | Covidien, Formerly US Surgical A Divison of Tyco H | 2011 | 73 |
| −1 | K161757 | Single Use Curved Cutters, Single Use Circular Staplers, Single Use Linear… | Victor Medical Instruments Co., Ltd. | 2016 | — |
| 0 (this device) | K211458 | Disposable Anorectal Staplers, Disposable Intraluminal Staplers, Disposable… | Ningbo Verykind Medical Device Co., Ltd. | 2021 | — |
Other ancestors by year cleared
| Year cleared | Devices | With a Class I recall |
|---|---|---|
| 1980 | 1 | 0 |
| 1982 | 1 | 0 |
| 1984 | 1 | 0 |
| 1991 | 1 | 0 |
| 1992 | 4 | 0 |
| 1993 | 1 | 0 |
| 1994 | 5 | 1 |
| 1995 | 1 | 0 |
| 1996 | 4 | 0 |
| 1997 | 1 | 0 |
| 1998 | 1 | 1 |
| 1999 | 2 | 1 |
| 2000 | 3 | 0 |
| 2001 | 1 | 0 |
| 2002 | 1 | 0 |
| 2003 | 3 | 1 |
| 2004 | 2 | 0 |
| 2005 | 2 | 1 |
| 2006 | 2 | 0 |
| 2007 | 2 | 0 |
| 2008 | 2 | 1 |
| 2009 | 5 | 0 |
| 2010 | 2 | 0 |
| 2012 | 1 | 0 |
| 2013 | 1 | 0 |
| 2015 | 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.
6 devices in this family have a Class I recall. 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? (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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| * | K161757 | Single Use Curved Cutters, Single Use Circular Staplers, Single Use Linear Cutters and…Summary page 6…device may be reloaded and fired up to 10 times in a single procedure. 5. Identification of Predicate Devices Predicate Device 1 510(k) Number: K161757 Product Name: Single Use Hemorrhoidal Staplers, Single Use Linear Cutters and Reloads Predicate Device 2 510(… | 2016 |
| * | K142577 | PANTHER Endo Linear Cutter Staplers with Single Use Loading UnitsSummary page 6…510(k) Number: K161757 Product Name: Single Use Hemorrhoidal Staplers, Single Use Linear Cutters and Reloads Predicate Device 2 510(k) Number: K142577 Product Name: Panther Endo Linear Cutter Staplers with Single Use Loading 6. Reference Device 510(k) Number: K… | 2015 |
| † | K202709 | Disposable Powered Endoscopic Linear Cutting Staplers and Cartridges | 2021 |
What descends from it?
No later submission names this one as a predicate yet.
Has anything in its family been recalled? (6 Class I)
No FDA recall names this device.
Relatives with a Class I recall
Class I is FDA’s most serious recall class. A recall in the family tree is context for this device, not evidence about it.
- K081146Echelon Endoscopic Linear Cutters (Articulating and Straight)Ethicon Endo-Surgery, LLC · 2008 · 4 generations back · ◆ in the 2008 ancestors bar of FIG. 11 Class I recall
- K051301Proximate PPH Hemorrhoidal Circular Stapler and AccessoriesEthicon Endo-Surgery, Inc. · 2005 · 5 generations back · ◆ in the 2005 ancestors bar of FIG. 11 Class I recall
- K030925Proximate HCS Hemorrhoidal Circular Stapler and Accessories, Model PPH01Ethicon Endo-Surgery, Inc. · 2003 · 5 generations back · ◆ in the 2003 ancestors bar of FIG. 11 Class I recall
- K991030Proximate HCS Hemorrhoidal Circular Stapler and AccessoriesEthicon Endo-Surgery, Inc. · 1999 · 5 generations back · ◆ in the 1999 ancestors bar of FIG. 11 Class I recall
- K983536Proximate Curved and Straight Intraluminal StaplersEthicon Endo-Surgery, Inc. · 1998 · 6 generations back · ◆ in the 1998 ancestors bar of FIG. 112 Class I recalls
- K940967Modified Endopath IlsEthicon Endo-Surgery, Inc. · 1994 · 7 generations back · ◆ in the 1994 ancestors bar of FIG. 14 Class I recalls
Nearest 5 of 6; all are on the web page.
What does this lineage say?
- The line of descent spans 36 years and passes through 9 companies; a new generation was cleared every 2.3 years on median.
- 16 of the 63 ancestors have a recall of any class; 6 have a Class I recall.
- 2 other devices also cite its predicate K161757.
How does its category compare?
All GDW devicesGDW Staple, Implantable: FDA decisions, review times, recalls and adverse event reports over 20 years. 2021, 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 Disposable Anorectal Staplers have application for general treatment of hemorrhoids.
The Disposable Linear Cutting Staplers have application in abdominal, gynecological, thoracic and pediatric surgery transection, resection and the creation of anastomoses.
The Disposable Endoscopic Cutting Staplers has applications in abdominal, gynecologic, pediatric and thoracic surgery for resection, transaction and creation of anastomosis.
Indications for use read by OCR from a scanned FDA summary, so letters may be misread. Check the PDF before quoting it.
https://510kreport.com/device/K211458 · printed Nov 6, 2026
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510(k) Report. “K211458: Disposable Anorectal Staplers, Disposable Intraluminal Staplers, Disposable Linear Cutting Staplers, Disposable Endoscopic Cutting Staplers.” Lineage record from FDA 510(k) data and the FDA summary. Updated Nov 3, 2026. Accessed Nov 6, 2026. https://510kreport.com/device/K211458
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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