510(k) · Cleared
ClearedCaspian Spinal System
Data to Oct 25, 2026 (FDA decisions) Oct 12, 2026 (recalls) Sep 30, 2026 (MAUDE) refreshed weekly
K2m, Inc. · MNI Orthosis, Spinal Pedicle Fixation
Cleared on Nov 6, 2009 after a 71-day review. The FDA summary names its predicate without a number. 47 later devices descend from it.
- Decided
- Nov 6, 2009
- Review
- 71 days
- Class
- Class II
- Product code
- MNI
- Recalls
- None
- Predicates
- 0
47 later devices descend from it, 3 citing it directly.
- This deviceK092640 Caspian Spinal SystemK2m, Inc. · 2009
- Descendant · cites it directly · 46 of its ownK103232 Caspian Spinal SystemK2m, Inc. · 2011
- Descendant · 2 generations on · 43 of its ownK120656 Everest Spinal SystemK2m, Inc. · 2012
- Descendant · 3 generations on · 41 of its ownK132757 Everest Spinal SystemK2m, Inc. · 2013
- Descendant · 3 generations on · 34 of its ownK132361 Everest Spinal SystemK2m, Inc. · 2013
- Descendant · 3 generations on · 33 of its ownK133944 Range, Spinal System, Everest Spinal SystemK2m, Inc. · 2014
Showing 5 of 47 descendants. See all descendants
Descendants cleared per year
Most influential descendants
Showing 5 of 47 · See all- K103232Caspian Spinal SystemK2m, Inc. · 2011 · cites it directly46descendants
- K120656Everest Spinal SystemK2m, Inc. · 2012 · 2 generations on43descendants
- K132757Everest Spinal SystemK2m, Inc. · 2013 · 3 generations on41descendants
- K132361Everest Spinal SystemK2m, Inc. · 2013 · 3 generations on34descendants
- K133944Range, Spinal System, Everest Spinal SystemK2m, Inc. · 2014 · 3 generations on33descendants
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Line of descent and top descendants
| Generation | Number | Device | Applicant | Decided | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 (this device) | K092640 | Caspian Spinal System | K2m, Inc. | 2009 | — |
| +1 | K103232 | Caspian Spinal System | K2m, Inc. | 2011 | — |
| +2 | K120656 | Everest Spinal System | K2m, Inc. | 2012 | — |
| +3 | K132757 | Everest Spinal System | K2m, Inc. | 2013 | — |
| +3 | K132361 | Everest Spinal System | K2m, Inc. | 2013 | — |
| +3 | K133944 | Range, Spinal System, Everest Spinal System | K2m, Inc. | 2014 | — |
Descendants by year cleared
| Year cleared | Devices | With a Class I recall |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 1 | 0 |
| 2012 | 2 | 0 |
| 2013 | 2 | 0 |
| 2014 | 7 | 0 |
| 2015 | 6 | 0 |
| 2016 | 4 | 0 |
| 2017 | 2 | 0 |
| 2018 | 6 | 0 |
| 2020 | 1 | 0 |
| 2021 | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 | 2 | 0 |
| 2023 | 3 | 0 |
| 2024 | 7 | 0 |
| 2025 | 1 | 0 |
| 2026 | 2 | 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.
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- Candidate predicates for a device like this, rankedin the report
- Recall history across each candidate’s familyin the report
What was it cleared against? (2)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| * | — | Synthes Starlock/Cervifix Named without a submission number | |
| * | — | DePuy Mountaineer Named without a submission number |
What descends from it? (47)
See all 473 later devices cite it directly; ranked here by how many devices descend from each in turn.
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?
- Of its descendants, K103232 (K2m, Inc., 2011) has gone furthest, with 46 descendants of its own.
How does its category compare?
All MNI devicesMNI Orthosis, Spinal Pedicle Fixation: FDA decisions, review times, recalls and adverse event reports over 20 years. 2009, this device’s year, is highlighted.
FDA decisions per year · MNI
1in 2017
2026 to Oct 25, outlined.
Median 510(k) review, days · MNI
168in 2016
Receipt to decision; years with fewer than 3 clearances left blank.
Recalls per year · MNI
1in 2018
Class I (0 since 2007) Class II/III not classified
Adverse event reports per year · MNI
80in 2025
MAUDE reports naming product code MNI, 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 | 20 | 82 | 26 | 83 |
| 2008 | 23 | 64 | 8 | 108 |
| 2009 | 18 | 86 | 3 | 138 |
| 2010 | 16 | 74 | 1 | 126 |
| 2011 | 17 | 111 | 0 | 146 |
| 2012 | 19 | 75 | 1 | 200 |
| 2013 | 14 | 77 | 4 | 824 |
| 2014 | 6 | 104 | 0 | 301 |
| 2015 | 12 | 54 | 1 | 260 |
| 2016 | 7 | 168 | 0 | 117 |
| 2017 | 1 | — | 0 | 247 |
| 2018 | 0 | — | 1 | 134 |
| 2019 | 0 | — | 0 | 188 |
| 2020 | 0 | — | 0 | 115 |
| 2021 | 0 | — | 0 | 270 |
| 2022 | 0 | — | 0 | 214 |
| 2023 | 0 | — | 0 | 122 |
| 2024 | 0 | — | 0 | 114 |
| 2025 | 0 | — | 0 | 80 |
| 2026 | 0 | — | 0 | — |
What is it indicated for?
The Caspian Spinal System is indicated for the following: DDD (neck pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc as confirmed by patient history and radiographic studies) Spondylolisthesis Spinal stenosis Fracture/dislocation Revision of previous cervical spine surgery Tumors The implants are intended to provide stabilization as an adjunct to fusion when used with autogenous bone graft or allograft following the reduction of…
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The Caspian Spinal System is indicated for the following:
DDD (neck pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc as confirmed by patient history and radiographic studies)
Spondylolisthesis
Spinal stenosis
Fracture/dislocation
Revision of previous cervical spine surgery
Tumors
The implants are intended to provide stabilization as an adjunct to fusion when used with autogenous bone graft or allograft following the reduction of fractures/dislocations or trauma in the spine.
The rod and hook components are intended for use in the cervical/upper thoracic (C1-T3) spine. The pedicle screws are limited to placement in T1-T3 in treating thoracic conditions only. The pedicle screws are not intended to be placed in or treat conditions involving the cervical spine.
The Caspian Spinal System can also be linked to the Range Spinal System using the 3.5mm/5.5mm rod connectors or transitional rods.
Indications for use as stated in the FDA summary.
https://510kreport.com/device/K092640 · printed Nov 4, 2026
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510(k) Report. “K092640: Caspian Spinal System.” Lineage record from FDA 510(k) data and the FDA summary. Updated Nov 3, 2026. Accessed Nov 4, 2026. https://510kreport.com/device/K092640
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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