Subcuticular Wound Closure Stapler for Appendectomy

Unlike traditional metal staplers that pierce external skin and require a follow-up removal visit, SubQ It! places bioabsorbable fasteners subcutaneously. The fasteners are absorbed by the body after healing, eliminating removal procedures, reducing patient discomfort, and producing better cosmetic results with no train-track scarring.

Yes. SubQ It! holds FDA 510(k) clearance (K131563) for closing incisions in abdominal, thoracic, gynecologic, orthopedic, plastic and reconstructive surgery. This clearance covers laparoscopic trocar incisions and minimally invasive abdominal procedures such as appendectomy and laparoscopic cholecystectomy.

Choose the SU-10 for incisions up to 10 cm, which is ideal for most trocar and small laparoscopic incisions. The SU-25 is designed for longer incisions up to 25 cm, making it suitable for open abdominal procedures, Cesarean sections, and larger reconstructive surgeries. Both models deploy fasteners in 7 seconds each.

Each bioabsorbable fastener deploys in approximately 7 seconds, compared to roughly 42 seconds per manual suture stitch. This makes SubQ It! approximately 7 times faster than traditional suturing. For a typical laparoscopic trocar incision, closure can be completed in well under a minute, improving overall OR efficiency.

Yes. The fasteners are made from a bioabsorbable polymer weighing just 0.0064 grams each. They are absorbed naturally by the body after the wound heals, with no removal procedure needed. The device is manufactured in an ISO 13485 registered facility and complies with bioabsorbable medical device safety standards.

The SubQ It! stapler incorporates a safety tab, automatic needle retraction after each deployment, and a safety stop mechanism to prevent misfires. These features are designed to protect both the patient and the surgical team during wound closure, reducing the risk of accidental needle stick injuries.