Restructuring and Related Charges, Net (Net Restructuring and Related Charges by Program) (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Jun. 28, 2013	Jun. 29, 2012	Jun. 28, 2013	Jun. 29, 2012
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Restructuring and related charges, net	$ 12.1	$ 6.4	$ 20.0	$ 17.3
Less: non-cash charges, including accelerated depreciation	(0.7)	(1.5)	(2.1)	(6.9)
Total charges expected to be settled in cash	11.4	4.9	17.9	10.4
2011 Covidien program
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Restructuring and related charges, net	11.6	6.3	18.8	17.1
2009 Covidien program
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Restructuring and related charges, net	0.2	0.1	0.1	0.2
Acquisitions
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Restructuring and related charges, net	$ 0.3	$ 0	$ 1.1	$ 0