What is the FTRD® System?

The FTRD® System is a novel tool for flexible endoscopy for full-thickness resection and diagnostic tissue acquisition of suitable lesions in the digestive tract.

The technology is based on the well-established OTSC® System, enabling the endoscopist to resect all layers of suitable lesions including the serosa. The design of the FTRD® System ensures that the transection of the tissue happens only after the defect has been closed completely. At no time will abdominal cavity and bowel lumen be in contact.

*The availability of the FTRD® System with blue ring will vary between different countries.

Advantages of the FTRD® System

• Transluminal minimally invasive technique
• Proven OTSC® technology for safe tissue closure
• Valid histologic evaluation of one en-bloc specimen according to residual tumor (R) classification
• Minimal thermal injury
• Complete instrument set for endoscopic full-thickness resection procedures

Application of the FTRD® System

The FTRD® System can be used in different parts of the digestive tract. Depending on the application site, specific versions are available. The colonic FTRD® and diagnostic FTRD® are intended for use in the colon and rectum, the gastroduodenal FTRD® for the use in the stomach and duodenum.