510(k) · Cleared
ClearedArthrex Patella SuturePlates
Data to Oct 25, 2026 (FDA decisions) Oct 12, 2026 (recalls) Sep 30, 2026 (MAUDE) refreshed weekly
Arthrex, Inc. · HRS Plate, Fixation, Bone
Cleared on Mar 25, 2021 as substantially equivalent to K201677 (Arthrex, Inc., 2020) and 1 other predicate after an 85-day review. Its family tree reaches back 13 generations to 1996. 1 later device descends from it.
- Decided
- Mar 25, 2021
- Review
- 85 days
- Class
- Class II
- Product code
- HRS
- Recalls
- None
- Predicates
- 2
Its longest line of descent runs back 13 generations to K962616 (1996). 102 ancestors in all, the oldest K792022 (1979). 1 later device descends from it, 1 citing it directly.
- Root · 13 generations backK962616 Synthes Dorsal Distal Radius Plate (DDRP) SystemSynthes (Usa) · 1996
- 9 generations between
- 3 generations backK142442 Magna-FX and Mini Magna-FX Cannulated Screw Fixation SystemZimmer, Inc. · 2014 · Recalled
- 2 generations backK143702 Arthrex Blunt Tip Screws with Fiber TapeArthrex, Inc. · 2015
- 1 generation backK201677 Arthrex Mesh PlatesArthrex, Inc. · 2020
- This deviceK203834 Arthrex Patella SuturePlatesArthrex, Inc. · 2021
- Descendant · cites it directly · 0 of its ownK240487 EVOS Patella PlatesSmith & Nephew · 2024
Show all 13 generations
- Root · 13 generations backK962616 Synthes Dorsal Distal Radius Plate (DDRP) SystemSynthes (Usa) · 1996
- 12 generations backK982732 Synthes (Usa) Distal Radius Plate System (DRPS)Synthes · 1998
- 11 generations backK023007 Distal Radius Fracture Repair SystemHand Innovations, Inc. · 2002
- 10 generations backK030198 Hand Innovations, Inc. Distal Radius Fracture Repair SystemHand Innovations, Inc. · 2003
- 9 generations backK032705 Distal Radius Fracture Repair SystemHand Innovations, Inc. · 2003
- 8 generations backK050932 Distal Volar Radius Anatomical Plate SystemHand Innovations, Inc. · 2005 · Recalled
- 7 generations backK051735 Peri-Loc Locking Bone Plates and Locking Bone Screws for the Upper…Smith & Nephew, Inc. · 2005
- 6 generations backK071563 Peri-Loc Periarticular Locked Plating SystemSmith & Nephew, Inc. · 2007
- 5 generations backK090675 Smith & Nephew, Inc. VLP Foot Plating, Screw System and AccessoriesSmith & Nephew, Inc. · 2009
- 4 generations backK111994 Smith & Nephew Cannulated Screws and WashersSmith & Nephew, Inc. · 2011
- 3 generations backK142442 Magna-FX and Mini Magna-FX Cannulated Screw Fixation SystemZimmer, Inc. · 2014 · Recalled
- 2 generations backK143702 Arthrex Blunt Tip Screws with Fiber TapeArthrex, Inc. · 2015
- 1 generation backK201677 Arthrex Mesh PlatesArthrex, Inc. · 2020
- This deviceK203834 Arthrex Patella SuturePlatesArthrex, Inc. · 2021
Most influential descendants
Showing 1 of 1 · See all- K240487EVOS Patella PlatesSmith & Nephew · 2024 · cites it directly0descendants
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Line of descent and top descendants
| Generation | Number | Device | Applicant | Decided | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| −13 | K962616 | Synthes Dorsal Distal Radius Plate (DDRP) System | Synthes (Usa) | 1996 | — |
| −12 | K982732 | Synthes (Usa) Distal Radius Plate System (DRPS) | Synthes | 1998 | — |
| −11 | K023007 | Distal Radius Fracture Repair System | Hand Innovations, Inc. | 2002 | — |
| −10 | K030198 | Hand Innovations, Inc. Distal Radius Fracture Repair System | Hand Innovations, Inc. | 2003 | — |
| −9 | K032705 | Distal Radius Fracture Repair System | Hand Innovations, Inc. | 2003 | — |
| −8 | K050932 | Distal Volar Radius Anatomical Plate System | Hand Innovations, Inc. | 2005 | 1 |
| −7 | K051735 | Peri-Loc Locking Bone Plates and Locking Bone Screws for the Upper Extremity | Smith & Nephew, Inc. | 2005 | — |
| −6 | K071563 | Peri-Loc Periarticular Locked Plating System | Smith & Nephew, Inc. | 2007 | — |
| −5 | K090675 | Smith & Nephew, Inc. VLP Foot Plating, Screw System and Accessories | Smith & Nephew, Inc. | 2009 | — |
| −4 | K111994 | Smith & Nephew Cannulated Screws and Washers | Smith & Nephew, Inc. | 2011 | — |
| −3 | K142442 | Magna-FX and Mini Magna-FX Cannulated Screw Fixation System | Zimmer, Inc. | 2014 | 3 |
| −2 | K143702 | Arthrex Blunt Tip Screws with Fiber Tape | Arthrex, Inc. | 2015 | — |
| −1 | K201677 | Arthrex Mesh Plates | Arthrex, Inc. | 2020 | — |
| 0 (this device) | K203834 | Arthrex Patella SuturePlates | Arthrex, Inc. | 2021 | — |
| +1 | K240487 | EVOS Patella Plates | Smith & Nephew | 2024 | — |
Other ancestors by year cleared
| Year cleared | Devices | With a Class I recall |
|---|---|---|
| 1979 | 1 | 0 |
| 1989 | 1 | 0 |
| 1990 | 1 | 0 |
| 1991 | 1 | 0 |
| 1993 | 2 | 0 |
| 1994 | 3 | 0 |
| 1995 | 2 | 0 |
| 1996 | 9 | 0 |
| 1998 | 2 | 0 |
| 1999 | 4 | 0 |
| 2000 | 11 | 0 |
| 2001 | 12 | 0 |
| 2002 | 8 | 0 |
| 2003 | 3 | 0 |
| 2004 | 6 | 0 |
| 2005 | 8 | 0 |
| 2006 | 6 | 0 |
| 2007 | 1 | 0 |
| 2008 | 1 | 0 |
| 2009 | 1 | 0 |
| 2010 | 2 | 0 |
| 2011 | 2 | 0 |
| 2015 | 1 | 0 |
| 2017 | 1 | 0 |
Descendants by year cleared
| Year cleared | Devices | With a Class I recall |
|---|---|---|
| 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 HRS? 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 HRS device
- #1 K222465 Tyber Medical Anatomical Plating Systemscore 27.5 · 16 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| * | K201677 | Arthrex Mesh PlatesSummary page 4…and accessories 21 CFR 888.3040: Smooth or threaded metallic bone fixation fastener Regulatory Class II Predicate Device K201677: Arthrex Mesh Plates Reference Device K170547: Arthrex Mesh Plate System Purpose of This Traditional 510(k) prema… | 2020 |
| * | K170547 | Arthrex Mesh Plate SystemSummary page 4…21 CFR 888.3040: Smooth or threaded metallic bone fixation fastener Regulatory Class II Predicate Device K201677: Arthrex Mesh Plates Reference Device K170547: Arthrex Mesh Plate System Purpose of This Traditional 510(k) premarket notification is submitted to obtain clearance… | 2017 |
What descends from it? (1)
1 later device cites it directly; ranked here by how many devices descend from each in turn.
| Number | Device | Decided | Descendants |
|---|---|---|---|
| K240487 | EVOS Patella Plates | 2024 | 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 25 years and passes through 6 companies; a new generation was cleared every 1.8 years on median.
- 22 of the 102 ancestors have a recall of any class.
- Of its descendants, K240487 (Smith & Nephew, 2024) has gone furthest, with 0 descendants of its own.
How does its category compare?
All HRS devicesHRS Plate, Fixation, Bone: FDA decisions, review times, recalls and adverse event reports over 20 years. 2021, this device’s year, is highlighted.
FDA decisions per year · HRS
54in 2025
2026 to Oct 25, outlined.
Median 510(k) review, days · HRS
90in 2025
Receipt to decision; years with fewer than 3 clearances left blank.
Recalls per year · HRS
1in 2025
Class I (0 since 2007) Class II/III not classified
Adverse event reports per year · HRS
2,306in 2025
MAUDE reports naming product code HRS, 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 | 35 | 63 | 2 | 339 |
| 2008 | 35 | 87 | 11 | 311 |
| 2009 | 47 | 85 | 3 | 435 |
| 2010 | 49 | 100 | 16 | 491 |
| 2011 | 43 | 88 | 5 | 773 |
| 2012 | 59 | 106 | 4 | 1,663 |
| 2013 | 56 | 89 | 11 | 2,643 |
| 2014 | 76 | 57 | 0 | 2,413 |
| 2015 | 56 | 97 | 7 | 3,095 |
| 2016 | 44 | 109 | 5 | 2,276 |
| 2017 | 57 | 122 | 3 | 2,220 |
| 2018 | 40 | 116 | 2 | 2,663 |
| 2019 | 46 | 89 | 25 | 3,359 |
| 2020 | 48 | 88 | 1 | 2,790 |
| 2021 | 40 | 87 | 9 | 2,442 |
| 2022 | 47 | 144 | 3 | 1,700 |
| 2023 | 40 | 120 | 1 | 2,049 |
| 2024 | 54 | 96 | 0 | 1,849 |
| 2025 | 54 | 90 | 1 | 2,306 |
| 2026 | 51 | 82 | 3 | — |
What is it indicated for?
The Arthrex Patella SuturePlates are intended for use in stabilization of patella fractures.
Indications for use as stated in the FDA summary.
https://510kreport.com/device/K203834 · printed Nov 6, 2026
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510(k) Report. “K203834: Arthrex Patella SuturePlates.” Lineage record from FDA 510(k) data and the FDA summary. Updated Nov 3, 2026. Accessed Nov 6, 2026. https://510kreport.com/device/K203834
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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