510(k) · Cleared
Recalled · Class II · 2014Align Radial Head System
Data to Oct 25, 2026 (FDA decisions) Oct 12, 2026 (recalls) Sep 30, 2026 (MAUDE) refreshed weekly
Skeletal Dynamics, LLC · KWI Prosthesis, Elbow, Hemi-, Radial, Polymer
Cleared on Aug 3, 2010 as substantially equivalent to K041858 (Acumed, LLC, 2004) and 1 other predicate after a 333-day review. Its family tree reaches back 4 generations to 1999. It has been recalled once.
- Decided
- Aug 3, 2010
- Review
- 333 days
- Class
- Class II
- Product code
- KWI
- Recalls
- 1
- Predicates
- 2
Its longest line of descent runs back 4 generations to K984290 (1999). 7 ancestors in all. No later device cites it as a predicate yet.
- Root · 4 generations backK984290 Implex Radial Head Replacement SystemImplex Corp. · 1999
- 3 generations backK012551 Liverpool Radial Head Replacement DeviceBiomet, Inc. · 2002
- 2 generations backK040611 Modular Radial Head Replacement DeviceBiomet, Inc. · 2004 · Recalled
- 1 generation backK051385 Explor Modular Radial Head Replacement DeviceBiomet, Inc. · 2005 · Recalled
- This deviceK092721 Align Radial Head SystemSkeletal Dynamics, LLC · 2010
View FIG. 1 as a table
Line of descent and top descendants
| Generation | Number | Device | Applicant | Decided | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| −4 | K984290 | Implex Radial Head Replacement System | Implex Corp. | 1999 | — |
| −3 | K012551 | Liverpool Radial Head Replacement Device | Biomet, Inc. | 2002 | — |
| −2 | K040611 | Modular Radial Head Replacement Device | Biomet, Inc. | 2004 | 1 |
| −1 | K051385 | Explor Modular Radial Head Replacement Device | Biomet, Inc. | 2005 | 2 |
| 0 (this device) | K092721 | Align Radial Head System | Skeletal Dynamics, LLC | 2010 | — |
Other ancestors by year cleared
| Year cleared | Devices | With a Class I recall |
|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 1 | 0 |
| 2000 | 1 | 0 |
| 2004 | 1 | 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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Top candidate predicates for a new KWI device
- #1 K260624 Arthrex Radial Head Replacement Systemscore 12.1 · 2 generations · no Class I recall
- #2 Held for the reportin the report
- #3 Held for the reportin 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| * | K041858 | Acumed Anatomic Radial Head SystemSummary page 1…mon or Usual Names: Elbow Hemi Prosthesis, Radial Head Classification: Class 11,21 CFR 888.3170, Product Code KW] Predicate Device: Acumed Anatomic Radial Head System - K041858 Biomet Explore Radial Head - K051385 Description of the Device: The Align Radial Head System is a radial head prosthesis and ins… | 2004 |
| * | K051385 | Explor Modular Radial Head Replacement DeviceSummary page 1…esis, Radial Head Classification: Class 11,21 CFR 888.3170, Product Code KW] Predicate Device: Acumed Anatomic Radial Head System - K041858 Biomet Explore Radial Head - K051385 Description of the Device: The Align Radial Head System is a radial head prosthesis and instrumentation platform that is designe… | 2005 |
What descends from it?
No later submission names this one as a predicate yet.
Has anything in its family been recalled? (0 Class I)
Recalls of this device
| Date | Class | Recall | Root cause | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 16, 2014 | Class II | Z-0582-2015 | Device Design | Report received where the Align Radial Stem fractured. |
No ancestor or descendant has a Class I recall.
What does this lineage say?
- The line of descent spans 11 years and passes through 3 companies; a new generation was cleared every 2.7 years on median.
- 4 of the 7 ancestors have a recall of any class.
- 1 other device also cites its predicate K041858.
How does its category compare?
All KWI devicesKWI Prosthesis, Elbow, Hemi-, Radial, Polymer: FDA decisions, review times, recalls and adverse event reports over 20 years. 2010, this device’s year, is highlighted.
FDA decisions per year · KWI
1in 2024
2026 to Oct 25, outlined.
Median 510(k) review, days · KWI
Too few KWI 510(k)s in any year since 2007 to give a median.
Recalls per year · KWI
2in 2022
Class I (0 since 2007) Class II/III not classified
Adverse event reports per year · KWI
118in 2025
MAUDE reports naming product code KWI, 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 | 0 | — | 0 | 15 |
| 2008 | 0 | — | 0 | 16 |
| 2009 | 0 | — | 0 | 14 |
| 2010 | 1 | — | 0 | 13 |
| 2011 | 0 | — | 0 | 10 |
| 2012 | 1 | — | 0 | 16 |
| 2013 | 1 | — | 1 | 31 |
| 2014 | 1 | — | 1 | 29 |
| 2015 | 0 | — | 0 | 103 |
| 2016 | 0 | — | 0 | 138 |
| 2017 | 1 | — | 1 | 360 |
| 2018 | 0 | — | 0 | 202 |
| 2019 | 1 | — | 0 | 214 |
| 2020 | 1 | — | 0 | 118 |
| 2021 | 1 | — | 0 | 44 |
| 2022 | 1 | — | 2 | 44 |
| 2023 | 1 | — | 0 | 77 |
| 2024 | 1 | — | 0 | 124 |
| 2025 | 0 | — | 0 | 118 |
| 2026 | 1 | — | 0 | — |
What is it indicated for?
The Align Radial Head System and accessories are designed specifically for:
• Replacement of the radial head for degenerative or post-traumatic disabilities presenting pain, crepitation, and decreased motion at the radio-humeral and/or proximal radio-ulnar joint with:
o Joint destruction and/or subluxation,
o Resistance to conservative treatment.
* Primary replacement after fracture of the radial head.
* Symptomatic sequelae after radial head resection.
* Revision following failed radial head arthroplasty.
The system is intended for press-fit use.
Indications for use as stated in the FDA summary.
https://510kreport.com/device/K092721 · printed Nov 6, 2026
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510(k) Report. “K092721: Align Radial Head System.” Lineage record from FDA 510(k) data and the FDA summary. Updated Nov 3, 2026. Accessed Nov 6, 2026. https://510kreport.com/device/K092721
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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