The ETHICON™ 4000 Stapler and ETHICON™ 3D Reloads are intended for transection, resection, and/or creation of anastomoses. The instruments have application in multiple open or minimally invasive general, urologic, thoracic, and pediatric surgical procedures. They can be used with staple line or tissue reinforcement materials. The instruments may also be used for transection and resection of liver parenchyma (hepatic vasculature and biliary structures), pancreas, kidney, and spleen.

Note: ETHICON™ 4000 Stapler with 3D Reloads are not compatible with previous generations.