Polypectomy Snare

Polypectomy Snare

The Polypectomy Snare is used endoscopically for the removal of diminutive polyps, sessile polyps, pedunculated polyps, and tissue from within the GI tract. Designed for precision and reliability, it supports safe and efficient GI intervention procedures.

  • High-tensile braided loop for efficient tissue capture and cutting
  • 360° rotatable sheath for precise positioning during procedures
  • Compatible with standard electrosurgical units
  • Available in multiple loop shapes and sizes for varied clinical needs
  • Smooth PTFE catheter for excellent trackability and insulation

Features

  • Hot/Cold version available for both CSP and HSP procedures
  • High-quality braided wire construction
  • Compatible with matching removable clip device
  • Advanced new round snare design
  • Smooth device deployment and maneuverability
  • Reliable cutting and tissue capture performance

Applications

  • Endoscopic Polyp Removal
  • GI Tissue Resection
  • Cold Snare Polypectomy (CSP)
  • Hot Snare Polypectomy (HSP)
  • Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Procedures

Technical Specifications

Working Length (mm) Min. Working Channel (mm) Sheath O.D. (mm) Loop Width (mm) Loop Shape Type Rotatable
2300 2.8 2.4 10 Oval Hot/Cold N
2300 2.8 2.4 15 Oval Hot/Cold N
2300 2.8 2.4 10 Shield Hot/Cold N
2300 2.8 2.4 15 Shield Hot/Cold N
2300 2.8 2.4 25 Round Hot N
2300 2.8 2.4 10 Oval Hot/Cold Y
2300 2.8 2.4 15 Oval Hot/Cold Y
2300 2.8 2.4 10 Shield Hot/Cold Y
2300 2.8 2.4 15 Shield Hot/Cold Y
2300 2.8 2.4 15 Round Hot Y
2300 2.8 2.4 25 Round Hot Y
2300 2.8 2.4 15 Crescent Hot N
2300 2.8 2.4 10 Oval Cold Y
2300 2.8 2.4 15 Oval Cold Y
2300 2.8 2.4 10 Shield Cold Y
2300 2.8 2.4 15 Shield Cold Y

 

Instructions for Use

Intended Use

The KINDMED™ Polypectomy Snare is intended for endoscopic removal of gastrointestinal polyps and for use in Endoscopic Mucosal Resection (EMR) procedures.

The device is designed for the excision of diminutive, sessile, and pedunculated polyps within the gastrointestinal tract using either mechanical resection or electrosurgical energy, depending on the selected model.

The device is supplied sterile and intended for single-patient use only.

Product Variants

The KINDMED™ Polypectomy Snare is available in the following configurations:

KINDMED™ Hot Polypectomy Snare

Designed for electrosurgical resection of polyps using a compatible electrosurgical generator.

KINDMED™ Cold Polypectomy Snare

Designed for mechanical polyp excision without the use of electrosurgical current.

Device Description

The KINDMED™ Polypectomy Snare is a flexible endoscopic resection device consisting of a proximal control handle, outer sheath, and distal snare loop.

Hot Polypectomy Snare

The hot snare configuration includes:

  • Control handle
  • Electrosurgical connection port
  • Flexible outer sheath
  • Distal snare loop

The snare loop is advanced and retracted using the handle mechanism. When connected to a compatible electrosurgical generator, the snare may be energized to facilitate cutting and coagulation during polypectomy procedures.

Cold Polypectomy Snare

The cold snare configuration includes:

  • Control handle
  • Flexible outer sheath
  • Distal snare loop

The cold snare is intended for mechanical resection only. Tissue removal is achieved through controlled closure of the snare loop around the target lesion without application of electrical current.

Both configurations are designed for controlled placement, capture, and removal of target tissue under endoscopic visualization.

Contraindications

Use of the device may be contraindicated in patients with:

  • Inadequate bowel preparation.
  • Significant coagulation disorders.
  • Severe inflammatory bowel disease.
  • Acute peritonitis.
  • Intestinal obstruction.
  • Polyps exceeding the recommended treatment size.
  • Severe cardiopulmonary disease that may limit tolerance to endoscopic procedures.
  • Clinical conditions where endoscopic intervention is considered inappropriate.

Patient suitability should be determined by the treating physician.

Potential Adverse Events

Potential complications associated with polypectomy and EMR procedures may include:

  • Perforation
  • Bleeding
  • Abdominal pain
  • Aspiration
  • Fever
  • Infection
  • Septicemia
  • Hypotension
  • Respiratory depression
  • Cardiac arrhythmias
  • Cardiac arrest
  • Allergic reactions to medications
  • Thermal injury
  • Transmural burns
  • Mucosal damage

The occurrence and severity of complications may vary according to patient condition and procedural complexity.

Warnings

  • Read and understand all instructions before use.
  • The device is intended for single use only.
  • Do not reuse, reprocess, or resterilize.
  • Reuse may result in contamination, infection, device malfunction, or patient injury.
  • Do not use if the sterile barrier or package has been damaged.
  • Do not use beyond the expiration date indicated on the package.
  • Inspect the device prior to use.
  • Use only for the indications described in this IFU.
  • Patients should be informed of potential procedure-related risks.
  • When using the Hot Polypectomy Snare, ensure proper grounding and electrosurgical unit setup.
  • Inspect active cords and electrical connections before use.
  • Remove pooled flammable solutions prior to electrosurgical activation.
  • If electrosurgical generator settings are unknown, begin at the lowest effective power setting and adjust gradually.
  • Patients with certain implanted electrical devices may require additional precautions according to institutional protocols.

Precautions

  • Compatible with endoscopes having a minimum working channel of 2.8 mm.
  • The procedure should be performed only by physicians trained in therapeutic endoscopy and polypectomy techniques.
  • Continuous endoscopic visualization should be maintained throughout the procedure.
  • Excessive force during snare closure may result in tissue injury.
  • Verify proper operation of the handle and snare loop before insertion.
  • Avoid advancing or operating the device in excessively coiled or sharply angled positions.
  • Ensure compatibility between the electrosurgical generator and active cord when using hot snare models.

Instructions for Use

Device Preparation

  1. Verify package integrity and expiration date.
  2. Remove the device using aseptic technique.
  3. Inspect the handle, sheath, and snare loop for damage.
  4. Confirm smooth extension and retraction of the snare loop.
  5. Verify compatibility with the selected endoscope.

Device Placement

  1. Retract the snare completely into the sheath.
  2. Insert the device through the endoscope working channel.
  3. Advance the distal end under endoscopic visualization.
  4. Position the snare adjacent to the target lesion.

Hot Polypectomy Snare Procedure

  1. Connect the electrosurgical cable to the handle and generator while the generator is switched off.
  2. Position the snare loop around the target polyp.
  3. Close the snare gradually to secure the tissue.
  4. Activate the electrosurgical generator according to institutional protocol.
  5. Apply electrosurgical energy while completing tissue resection.
  6. Avoid excessive force during closure and resection.
  7. Following completion, deactivate the generator.
  8. Retract the snare completely before withdrawal.
  9. Disconnect the active cable after use.

Cold Polypectomy Snare Procedure

  1. Position the snare loop around the target lesion.
  2. Close the snare gradually around the tissue.
  3. Complete resection mechanically without electrosurgical energy.
  4. Retrieve the excised tissue as clinically indicated.
  5. Retract the snare fully before withdrawal.

Device Removal

  1. Confirm the snare loop is fully retracted.
  2. Withdraw the device carefully through the endoscope.
  3. Inspect the device after use.
  4. Dispose of the device according to applicable regulations.

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Change in Performance

If the device exhibits altered functionality, impaired snare operation, difficulty in opening or closing, electrical malfunction, or inability to perform its intended purpose, discontinue use immediately.

Further patient management should be determined by the treating physician according to clinical circumstances.

Storage Conditions

Store in a clean, dry, and well-ventilated environment.

Protect from:

  • Direct sunlight
  • Excessive heat
  • Moisture
  • Organic solvents
  • Ionizing radiation
  • Ultraviolet radiation

Follow stock rotation procedures and do not use beyond the expiration date.

Disposal

Following use, the device should be treated as potentially biohazardous waste and disposed of in accordance with hospital, local, state, and national regulations.

Limited Warranty

KINDMED DEVICES PRIVATE LIMITED warrants that this product has been manufactured in accordance with established quality management procedures and applicable manufacturing standards.

Because storage conditions, transportation, handling practices, procedural techniques, patient-specific factors, and other variables are beyond the manufacturer’s control, no guarantee is made regarding clinical outcomes.

The manufacturer’s liability is limited to replacement of defective products. KINDMED DEVICES PRIVATE LIMITED shall not be liable for incidental, indirect, special, or consequential damages arising from misuse, modification, reprocessing, resterilization, or reuse of the device.

Manufacturer

KINDMED DEVICES PRIVATE LIMITED
1st Floor, Plot No. 175B
Dada Nagar Industrial Area
Kanpur Nagar, Uttar Pradesh – 208022, India

KINDMED™ is a trademark of KINDMED DEVICES PRIVATE LIMITED.

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