510(k) · Cleared
ClearedProfemur (R) Z Titanium Plasma Sprayed Hip Stem
Data to Oct 25, 2026 (FDA decisions) Oct 12, 2026 (recalls) Sep 30, 2026 (MAUDE) refreshed weekly
Wrightmedicaltechnologyinc · KWA Prosthesis, Hip, Semi-Constrained (Metal Uncemented Acetabular Component)
Cleared on Aug 19, 2011 as substantially equivalent to K021346 (Wrightmedicaltechnologyinc, 2002) and 2 other predicates after a 63-day review. Its family tree reaches back 1 generation to 2001. 3 later devices descend from it.
- Decided
- Aug 19, 2011
- Review
- 63 days
- Class
- Class III
- Product code
- KWA
- Recalls
- None
- Predicates
- 3
Its longest line of descent runs back 1 generation to K004043 (2001). 3 ancestors in all. 3 later devices descend from it, 2 citing it directly.
- Root · 1 generation backK004043 Metal Transcend Articulation SystemWrightmedicaltechnologyinc · 2001
- This deviceK111699 Profemur (R) Z Titanium Plasma Sprayed Hip StemWrightmedicaltechnologyinc · 2011
- Descendant · cites it directly · 2 of its ownK123434 Profemur Z Classic StemsWrightmedicaltechnologyinc · 2013 · Recalled
- Descendant · cites it directly · 1 of its ownK173898 MicroPort Orthopedics Total Hip Systems MR LabelingMicroport Orthopedics Inc. (Mpo) · 2018
- Descendant · 2 generations on · 0 of its ownK240452 Ceramic Femoral HeadMicroport Orthopedics, Inc. · 2024
Most influential descendants
Showing 3 of 3 · See all- K123434Profemur Z Classic StemsWrightmedicaltechnologyinc · 2013 · cites it directly2descendants
- K173898MicroPort Orthopedics Total Hip Systems MR LabelingMicroport Orthopedics Inc. (Mpo) · 2018 · cites it directly1descendant
- K240452Ceramic Femoral HeadMicroport Orthopedics, Inc. · 2024 · 2 generations on0descendants
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Line of descent and top descendants
| Generation | Number | Device | Applicant | Decided | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| −1 | K004043 | Metal Transcend Articulation System | Wrightmedicaltechnologyinc | 2001 | — |
| 0 (this device) | K111699 | Profemur (R) Z Titanium Plasma Sprayed Hip Stem | Wrightmedicaltechnologyinc | 2011 | — |
| +1 | K123434 | Profemur Z Classic Stems | Wrightmedicaltechnologyinc | 2013 | 1 |
| +1 | K173898 | MicroPort Orthopedics Total Hip Systems MR Labeling | Microport Orthopedics Inc. (Mpo) | 2018 | — |
| +2 | K240452 | Ceramic Femoral Head | Microport Orthopedics, Inc. | 2024 | — |
Other ancestors by year cleared
| Year cleared | Devices | With a Class I recall |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 1 | 0 |
| 2002 | 1 | 0 |
Descendants by year cleared
| Year cleared | Devices | With a Class I recall |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 1 | 0 |
| 2018 | 1 | 0 |
| 2024 | 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.
Planning a device in KWA? A 510(k) Report weighs predicate choices, recall history and review times for a new device like this one.
- Candidate predicates for a device like this, rankedin the report
- Recall history across each candidate’s familyin the report
What was it cleared against? (4)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| * | K021346 | Stem Hip Replacement System, Model PHA002XXSummary page 1…constrained porous-coated uncemented prosthesis Class 11(Sl0k-K021346) PRO-FEMUR Hip System… | 2002 |
| * | K012091 | Pro-FemurSummary page 1…semi -constrained cemented or nonporous uncemented prosthesis Class 11(SI0k-K012091) Metal TRAN SCEND1 Articulation System… | 2001 |
| * | K004043 | Metal Transcend Articulation SystemSummary page 1…constrained, with an uncemented acetabular component prosthesis Class Ill] (510k-K004043) (a)(4) Device Description The modular PROFEMUR®W Z Titanium Plasma Sprayed hip stem is an uncemented distal femoral implant des… | 2001 |
| * | — | Metal TRANSCEND Articulation System Named without a submission number |
What descends from it? (3)
2 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?
How does its category compare?
All KWA devicesKWA Prosthesis, Hip, Semi-Constrained (Metal Uncemented Acetabular Component): FDA decisions, review times, recalls and adverse event reports over 20 years. 2011, this device’s year, is highlighted.
FDA decisions per year · KWA
4in 2012
2026 to Oct 25, outlined.
Median 510(k) review, days · KWA
76in 2012
Receipt to decision; years with fewer than 3 clearances left blank.
Recalls per year · KWA
19in 2023
Class I (0 since 2007) Class II/III not classified
Adverse event reports per year · KWA
1,216in 2025
MAUDE reports naming product code KWA, 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 | 8 | 74 | 0 | 213 |
| 2008 | 9 | 57 | 13 | 762 |
| 2009 | 7 | 139 | 0 | 820 |
| 2010 | 6 | 167 | 84 | 3,348 |
| 2011 | 11 | 101 | 28 | 17,737 |
| 2012 | 4 | 76 | 21 | 24,601 |
| 2013 | 0 | — | 1 | 20,020 |
| 2014 | 0 | — | 0 | 16,494 |
| 2015 | 0 | — | 0 | 12,339 |
| 2016 | 0 | — | 1 | 7,872 |
| 2017 | 0 | — | 1 | 6,847 |
| 2018 | 0 | — | 1 | 6,388 |
| 2019 | 0 | — | 2 | 7,628 |
| 2020 | 0 | — | 1 | 4,538 |
| 2021 | 0 | — | 0 | 2,064 |
| 2022 | 0 | — | 0 | 1,617 |
| 2023 | 0 | — | 19 | 1,474 |
| 2024 | 0 | — | 0 | 1,168 |
| 2025 | 0 | — | 0 | 1,216 |
| 2026 | 0 | — | 0 | — |
What is it indicated for?
The PROFEMUR® Z Titanium Plasma Sprayed Hip Stem is indicated for use in total hip arthroplasty for reduction or relief of pain and/or improved hip function in skeletally mature patients with the following conditions: 1. non-inflammatory degenerative joint disease such as osteoarthritis, avascular necrosis, ankylosis, protrusio acetabuli, and painful hip dysplasia; 2. inflammatory degenerative joint disease such as rheumatoid arthritis; 3. correction of…
Read the full statement (108 words)
The PROFEMUR® Z Titanium Plasma Sprayed Hip Stem is indicated for use in total hip arthroplasty for reduction or relief of pain and/or improved hip function in skeletally mature patients with the following conditions:
1. non-inflammatory degenerative joint disease such as osteoarthritis, avascular necrosis, ankylosis, protrusio acetabuli, and painful hip dysplasia;
2. inflammatory degenerative joint disease such as rheumatoid arthritis;
3. correction of functional deformity; and,
4. revision procedures where other treatments or devices have failed
The PROFEMUR® Z Titanium Plasma Sprayed Hip Stems are single use components, intended for use in conjunction with associated ceramic or metal femoral heads as part of an uncemented total hip arthroplasty.
Indications for use as stated in the FDA summary.
https://510kreport.com/device/K111699 · printed Nov 6, 2026
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510(k) Report. “K111699: Profemur (R) Z Titanium Plasma Sprayed Hip Stem.” Lineage record from FDA 510(k) data and the FDA summary. Updated Nov 3, 2026. Accessed Nov 6, 2026. https://510kreport.com/device/K111699
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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