510(k) · Cleared
ClearedApex-LNK Poly Acetabular Cup Liners
Data to Oct 25, 2026 (FDA decisions) Oct 12, 2026 (recalls) Sep 30, 2026 (MAUDE) refreshed weekly
Omni Life Science, Inc. · LPH Prosthesis, Hip, Semi-Constrained, Metal/Polymer, Porous Uncemented
Cleared on Feb 27, 2008 as substantially equivalent to K031110 (Apex Surgical, LLC, 2003) and 5 other predicates after a 111-day review. Its family tree reaches back 5 generations to 1993. 62 later devices descend from it.
- Decided
- Feb 27, 2008
- Review
- 111 days
- Class
- Class II
- Product code
- LPH
- Recalls
- None
- Predicates
- 6
Its longest line of descent runs back 5 generations to K930712 (1993). 17 ancestors in all. 62 later devices descend from it, 7 citing it directly.
- Root · 5 generations backK930712 P.F.C. Total Hip System Porous Coated ModularJohnson & Johnson Orthopaedics, Inc. · 1993
- 4 generations backK983014 Summit Acetabular SystemJohnson & Johnson Professionals, Inc. · 1998
- 3 generations backK000306 Pinnacle Acetabular SystemDePuy Orthopaedics, Inc. · 2000 · Recalled
- 2 generations backK001534 Pinnacle Acetabular SystemDePuy Orthopaedics, Inc. · 2000
- 1 generation backK031110 Apex Modular Acetabular CupApex Surgical, LLC · 2003
- This deviceK073150 Apex-LNK Poly Acetabular Cup LinersOmni Life Science, Inc. · 2008
- Descendant · cites it directly · 34 of its ownK100555 Apex-LNK Acetabular Insert, E, Apex-LNK Acetabular Insert, F, Apex-LNKOmni Life Science, Inc. · 2010 · Recalled
- Descendant · cites it directly · 25 of its ownK100445 Klassic HD Hip SystemTotal Joint Orthopedics, Inc. · 2010
- Descendant · cites it directly · 24 of its ownK101575 Apex Modular Head, Size 28 ,32, 26 and 40 MM+10.5 Offset, Models…Omnlife Science · 2010
- Descendant · 2 generations on · 21 of its ownK103721 Mpact Acetabular SystemMedacta International · 2011
- Descendant · 2 generations on · 16 of its ownK143407 Klassic HD Hip SystemTotal Joint Othopedics, Inc. · 2014
Showing 5 of 62 descendants. See all descendants
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Most influential descendants
Showing 5 of 62 · See all- K100555Apex-LNK Acetabular Insert, E, Apex-LNK Acetabular Insert, F, Apex-LNKOmni Life Science, Inc. · 2010 · cites it directly34descendants
- K100445Klassic HD Hip SystemTotal Joint Orthopedics, Inc. · 2010 · cites it directly25descendants
- K101575Apex Modular Head, Size 28 ,32, 26 and 40 MM+10.5 Offset, Models 302810…Omnlife Science · 2010 · cites it directly24descendants
- K103721Mpact Acetabular SystemMedacta International · 2011 · 2 generations on21descendants
- K143407Klassic HD Hip SystemTotal Joint Othopedics, Inc. · 2014 · 2 generations on16descendants
View FIG. 1 as a table
Line of descent and top descendants
| Generation | Number | Device | Applicant | Decided | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| −5 | K930712 | P.F.C. Total Hip System Porous Coated Modular | Johnson & Johnson Orthopaedics, Inc. | 1993 | — |
| −4 | K983014 | Summit Acetabular System | Johnson & Johnson Professionals, Inc. | 1998 | — |
| −3 | K000306 | Pinnacle Acetabular System | DePuy Orthopaedics, Inc. | 2000 | 1 |
| −2 | K001534 | Pinnacle Acetabular System | DePuy Orthopaedics, Inc. | 2000 | — |
| −1 | K031110 | Apex Modular Acetabular Cup | Apex Surgical, LLC | 2003 | — |
| 0 (this device) | K073150 | Apex-LNK Poly Acetabular Cup Liners | Omni Life Science, Inc. | 2008 | — |
| +1 | K100555 | Apex-LNK Acetabular Insert, E, Apex-LNK Acetabular Insert, F, Apex-LNK | Omni Life Science, Inc. | 2010 | 1 |
| +1 | K100445 | Klassic HD Hip System | Total Joint Orthopedics, Inc. | 2010 | — |
| +1 | K101575 | Apex Modular Head, Size 28 ,32, 26 and 40 MM+10.5 Offset, Models 302810… | Omnlife Science | 2010 | — |
| +2 | K103721 | Mpact Acetabular System | Medacta International | 2011 | — |
| +2 | K143407 | Klassic HD Hip System | Total Joint Othopedics, Inc. | 2014 | — |
Other ancestors by year cleared
| Year cleared | Devices | With a Class I recall |
|---|---|---|
| 1994 | 1 | 0 |
| 1995 | 2 | 0 |
| 1996 | 1 | 0 |
| 1997 | 1 | 0 |
| 2000 | 2 | 0 |
| 2001 | 1 | 0 |
| 2004 | 1 | 0 |
| 2005 | 1 | 0 |
| 2006 | 1 | 0 |
| 2007 | 1 | 0 |
Descendants by year cleared
| Year cleared | Devices | With a Class I recall |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 1 | 0 |
| 2010 | 5 | 0 |
| 2011 | 2 | 0 |
| 2012 | 3 | 0 |
| 2013 | 2 | 0 |
| 2014 | 5 | 0 |
| 2015 | 4 | 0 |
| 2016 | 2 | 0 |
| 2017 | 4 | 0 |
| 2018 | 3 | 0 |
| 2019 | 2 | 0 |
| 2021 | 5 | 0 |
| 2022 | 5 | 0 |
| 2023 | 4 | 0 |
| 2024 | 2 | 0 |
| 2025 | 6 | 0 |
| 2026 | 7 | 0 |
Sources: FDA 510(k) database (decision fields), the FDA summary (predicates and indications), FDA recall and enforcement reports, and MAUDE; processed by 510(k) Report. Verify on FDA.gov · Methodology and accuracy.
Planning a device in LPH? A 510(k) Report weighs predicate choices, recall history and review times for a new device like this one.
Top candidate predicates for a new LPH device
- #1 K233498 Stryker Orthopaedics Hip Systems Labeling Updatescore 24.2 · 20 generations · no Class I recall
- #2 Held for the reportin the report
- #3 Held for the reportin the report
What was it cleared against? (6)
Devices the submitter claimed this one is substantially equivalent to (*), and reference devices cited for a specific test or feature (†), as written in the FDA summary.
| Type | Number | Device | Decided |
|---|---|---|---|
| * | K031110 | Apex Modular Acetabular CupSummary page 2…3 I 5v (e, 2 A~2-) 510(K) SUMMARY 5. Predicate Device Comparison Substantial equivalence is claimed to the Apex Modular (K031110), the Apex HCLA (K062489), the DePuy Marathon T M (K994415, K010171, and K033273), and the DePuy AltrX TM acetabular cup liners (… | 2003 |
| * | K062489 | Apex Hcla Acetabular Cup LinersSummary page 2…) 510(K) SUMMARY 5. Predicate Device Comparison Substantial equivalence is claimed to the Apex Modular (K031110), the Apex HCLA (K062489), the DePuy Marathon T M (K994415, K010171, and K033273), and the DePuy AltrX TM acetabular cup liners (K062148). The following t… | 2007 |
| * | K994415 | Marathon Cross-Linked Polyethylene Acetabular Cup LinersSummary page 2…510(K) SUMMARY 5. Predicate Device Comparison Substantial equivalence is claimed to the Apex Modular (K031110), the Apex HCLA (K062489), the DePuy Marathon T M (K994415, K010171, and K033273), and the DePuy AltrX TM acetabular cup liners (K062148). The following table summarizes the similarities a… | 2000 |
| * | K010171 | Duraloc Acetabular Cup System, 36MM Marathon +4 Polyethylene LinerSummary page 2…(K) SUMMARY 5. Predicate Device Comparison Substantial equivalence is claimed to the Apex Modular (K031110), the Apex HCLA (K062489), the DePuy Marathon T M (K994415, K010171, and K033273), and the DePuy AltrX TM acetabular cup liners (K062148). The following table summarizes the similarities and differ… | 2001 |
| * | K033273 | Depuy Pinnacle Acetabular Cup System, Esl Marathon Polyethylene Liners, and Depuy Ultima…Summary page 2…5. Predicate Device Comparison Substantial equivalence is claimed to the Apex Modular (K031110), the Apex HCLA (K062489), the DePuy Marathon T M (K994415, K010171, and K033273), and the DePuy AltrX TM acetabular cup liners (K062148). The following table summarizes the similarities and differences between… | 2004 |
| * | K062148 | Depuy Pinnacle Altrx Acetabular Cup LinerSummary page 2…is claimed to the Apex Modular (K031110), the Apex HCLA (K062489), the DePuy Marathon T M (K994415, K010171, and K033273), and the DePuy AltrX TM acetabular cup liners (K062148). The following table summarizes the similarities and differences between the subject ApeX-LNK PoIyTM Acetabular Cup Liners and t… | 2006 |
What descends from it? (62)
See all 627 later devices cite it directly; ranked here by how many devices descend from each in turn.
| Number | Device | Decided | Descendants |
|---|---|---|---|
| K100555 | Apex-LNK Acetabular Insert, E, Apex-LNK Acetabular Insert, F, Apex-LNK | 2010 | 34 |
| K100445 | Klassic HD Hip System | 2010 | 25 |
| K101575 | Apex Modular Head, Size 28 ,32, 26 and 40 MM+10.5 Offset, Models 302810… | 2010 | 24 |
| K101451 | Apex Module Hip System Biolox Delta Femoral Head | 2010 | 4 |
| K101976 | Interface Acetabular System, Acetabular Insert +4 Offset | 2010 | 1 |
| K092443 | Interface Acetabular Cup Liners | 2009 | 1 |
| K171156 | OMNI Anseris Hip Stem | 2017 | 0 |
Has anything in its family been recalled? (0 Class I)
No FDA recall names this device.
No ancestor or descendant has a Class I recall.
What does this lineage say?
- The line of descent spans 15 years and passes through 5 companies; a new generation was cleared every 2.9 years on median.
- 1 of the 17 ancestors has a recall of any class.
- Of its descendants, K100555 (Omni Life Science, Inc., 2010) has gone furthest, with 34 descendants of its own.
- 7 other devices also cite its predicate K031110.
How does its category compare?
All LPH devicesLPH Prosthesis, Hip, Semi-Constrained, Metal/Polymer, Porous Uncemented: FDA decisions, review times, recalls and adverse event reports over 20 years. 2008, this device’s year, is highlighted.
FDA decisions per year · LPH
12in 2025
2026 to Oct 25, outlined.
Median 510(k) review, days · LPH
153in 2025
Receipt to decision; years with fewer than 3 clearances left blank.
Recalls per year · LPH
4in 2025
Class I (0 since 2007) Class II/III not classified
Adverse event reports per year · LPH
6,163in 2025
MAUDE reports naming product code LPH, not matched to any one device; reports are not rates.
View these four charts as a table
| Year | Decisions | Median 510(k) review, days | Recalls (Class I) | MAUDE reports |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 10 | 116 | 16 | 509 |
| 2008 | 10 | 86 | 1 | 706 |
| 2009 | 3 | 112 | 2 | 1,156 |
| 2010 | 15 | 100 | 22 | 2,007 |
| 2011 | 16 | 110 | 26 | 3,320 |
| 2012 | 25 | 76 | 30 | 3,785 |
| 2013 | 11 | 135 | 9 | 5,002 |
| 2014 | 20 | 129 | 3 | 5,163 |
| 2015 | 18 | 111 | 1 | 5,830 |
| 2016 | 10 | 150 | 8 | 4,900 |
| 2017 | 12 | 121 | 14 | 5,312 |
| 2018 | 9 | 145 | 2 | 5,954 |
| 2019 | 22 | 164 | 8 | 7,130 |
| 2020 | 7 | 164 | 6 | 5,429 |
| 2021 | 8 | 410 | 4 | 5,978 |
| 2022 | 14 | 247 | 2 | 5,223 |
| 2023 | 10 | 111 | 2 | 5,345 |
| 2024 | 6 | 92 | 1 | 5,626 |
| 2025 | 12 | 153 | 4 | 6,163 |
| 2026 | 8 | 256 | 2 | — |
What is it indicated for?
The ApeX-LNK Poly Acetabular Cup Liners are intended for use with the Apex ModularTM Acetabular Cup, in combination with the Apex Modular, Apex K2TM, or Apex KlTM Hip Stem in total hip replacement procedures. This acetabular cup is intended to articulate with a metal (cobalt chromium) or ceramic (alumina) femoral head. This prosthesis is intended for single use implantation, and may be used for the following conditions, as appropriate: * Non-inflammatory…
Read the full statement (110 words)
The ApeX-LNK Poly Acetabular Cup Liners are intended for use with the Apex ModularTM Acetabular Cup, in combination with the Apex Modular, Apex K2TM, or Apex KlTM Hip Stem in total hip replacement procedures. This acetabular cup is intended to articulate with a metal (cobalt chromium) or ceramic (alumina) femoral head. This prosthesis is intended for single use implantation, and may be used for the following conditions, as appropriate:
* Non-inflammatory degenerative joint disease, including osteoarthritis and avascular necrosis;
* Rheumatoid arthritis;
* Correction of functional deformity;
* Congenital dislocation;
* Revision procedures where other treatments or devices have failed;
* Femoral neck and trochanteric fractures of the proximal femur.
Indications for use as stated in the FDA summary.
https://510kreport.com/device/K073150 · printed Nov 5, 2026
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510(k) Report. “K073150: Apex-LNK Poly Acetabular Cup Liners.” Lineage record from FDA 510(k) data and the FDA summary. Updated Nov 3, 2026. Accessed Nov 5, 2026. https://510kreport.com/device/K073150
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Record history
- FDA decision record loaded May 2, 2026
- Summary read Oct 13, 2026 (extraction version 9eaa42aa01ed)
- Lineage and recalls computed Nov 3, 2026
- Page last updated Nov 3, 2026