510(k) · Cleared
ClearedY-Knotless™ Flex Anchors
Data to Oct 25, 2026 (FDA decisions) Oct 12, 2026 (recalls) Sep 30, 2026 (MAUDE) refreshed weekly
Conmed Corporation · MBI Fastener, Fixation, Nondegradable, Soft Tissue
Cleared on Jan 29, 2026 as substantially equivalent to K131035 (Linvatec Corporation D/B/A Conmed Linvatec, 2013) after a 65-day review. Its family tree reaches back 11 generations to 1991. 1 later device descends from it.
- Decided
- Jan 29, 2026
- Review
- 65 days
- Class
- Class II
- Product code
- MBI
- Recalls
- None
- Predicates
- 1
Its longest line of descent runs back 11 generations to K911837 (1991). 80 ancestors in all, the oldest K792022 (1979). 1 later device descends from it, 1 citing it directly.
- Root · 11 generations backK911837 Suretac Polyglyconate Absorbable Fixation DeviceAcufex Microsurgical, Inc. · 1991
- 7 generations between
- 3 generations backK091549 Conmed Linvatec Soft Tissue to Bone SystemLinvatec Corp. · 2009 · Recalled
- 2 generations backK111779 Y-Knot All-Suture Anchor Model HF13Conmed Linvatec · 2011
- 1 generation backK131035 Y-Knot Flex All-Suture Anchor, W/ Two #2 (5 Metric) HI-FI Sutures…Linvatec Corporation D/B/A Conmed Linvatec · 2013
- This deviceK253763 Y-Knotless™ Flex AnchorsConmed Corporation · 2026
- Descendant · cites it directly · 0 of its ownK261363 Y-Knotless™ Flex AnchorsCONMED Corporation · 2026
Show all 11 generations
- Root · 11 generations backK911837 Suretac Polyglyconate Absorbable Fixation DeviceAcufex Microsurgical, Inc. · 1991
- 10 generations backK973849 Bioabsorbable Bankart TackHogan & Hartson · 1998
- 9 generations backK992567 Anatomical Bankart Tack, Model 523520ABionx Implants, Ltd. · 1999
- 8 generations backK003970 Contour Labral Nail, Model 533520ABionx Implants, Inc. · 2001
- 7 generations backK020056 Duet Suture AnchorBionx Implants, Ltd. · 2002
- 6 generations backK030388 Impact Suture Anchor. Model 433510Bionx Implants, Ltd. · 2003
- 5 generations backK042966 Duet Suture Anchor, Models BXS4216, BXS4216H; Impact Suture Anchor…Linvatec Biomaterials, Ltd. · 2004
- 4 generations backK053561 Bio-Mini Revo Suture AnchorConmed Linvatec · 2006
- 3 generations backK091549 Conmed Linvatec Soft Tissue to Bone SystemLinvatec Corp. · 2009 · Recalled
- 2 generations backK111779 Y-Knot All-Suture Anchor Model HF13Conmed Linvatec · 2011
- 1 generation backK131035 Y-Knot Flex All-Suture Anchor, W/ Two #2 (5 Metric) HI-FI Sutures…Linvatec Corporation D/B/A Conmed Linvatec · 2013
- This deviceK253763 Y-Knotless™ Flex AnchorsConmed Corporation · 2026
Most influential descendants
Showing 1 of 1 · See all- K261363Y-Knotless™ Flex AnchorsCONMED Corporation · 2026 · cites it directly0descendants
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Line of descent and top descendants
| Generation | Number | Device | Applicant | Decided | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| −11 | K911837 | Suretac Polyglyconate Absorbable Fixation Device | Acufex Microsurgical, Inc. | 1991 | — |
| −10 | K973849 | Bioabsorbable Bankart Tack | Hogan & Hartson | 1998 | — |
| −9 | K992567 | Anatomical Bankart Tack, Model 523520A | Bionx Implants, Ltd. | 1999 | — |
| −8 | K003970 | Contour Labral Nail, Model 533520A | Bionx Implants, Inc. | 2001 | — |
| −7 | K020056 | Duet Suture Anchor | Bionx Implants, Ltd. | 2002 | — |
| −6 | K030388 | Impact Suture Anchor. Model 433510 | Bionx Implants, Ltd. | 2003 | — |
| −5 | K042966 | Duet Suture Anchor, Models BXS4216, BXS4216H; Impact Suture Anchor, Models… | Linvatec Biomaterials, Ltd. | 2004 | — |
| −4 | K053561 | Bio-Mini Revo Suture Anchor | Conmed Linvatec | 2006 | — |
| −3 | K091549 | Conmed Linvatec Soft Tissue to Bone System | Linvatec Corp. | 2009 | 1 |
| −2 | K111779 | Y-Knot All-Suture Anchor Model HF13 | Conmed Linvatec | 2011 | — |
| −1 | K131035 | Y-Knot Flex All-Suture Anchor, W/ Two #2 (5 Metric) HI-FI Sutures, 1.8MM | Linvatec Corporation D/B/A Conmed Linvatec | 2013 | — |
| 0 (this device) | K253763 | Y-Knotless™ Flex Anchors | Conmed Corporation | 2026 | — |
| +1 | K261363 | Y-Knotless™ Flex Anchors | CONMED Corporation | 2026 | — |
Other ancestors by year cleared
| Year cleared | Devices | With a Class I recall |
|---|---|---|
| 1979 | 1 | 0 |
| 1982 | 1 | 0 |
| 1990 | 1 | 0 |
| 1992 | 3 | 0 |
| 1993 | 1 | 0 |
| 1994 | 2 | 0 |
| 1995 | 8 | 0 |
| 1996 | 13 | 0 |
| 1997 | 12 | 0 |
| 1998 | 7 | 0 |
| 1999 | 5 | 0 |
| 2000 | 3 | 0 |
| 2001 | 3 | 0 |
| 2002 | 2 | 0 |
| 2003 | 1 | 0 |
| 2004 | 1 | 0 |
| 2005 | 1 | 0 |
| 2006 | 1 | 0 |
| 2007 | 1 | 0 |
| 2008 | 1 | 0 |
| 2011 | 1 | 0 |
Descendants by year cleared
| Year cleared | Devices | With a Class I recall |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 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 MBI device
- #1 K203268 Arthrex FiberTak Suture Anchorscore 21.4 · 11 generations · no Class I recall
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What was it cleared against? (1)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| * | K131035 | Y-Knot Flex All-Suture Anchor, W/ Two #2 (5 Metric) HI-FI Sutures, 1.8MMSummary page 5…All-Suture Anchor, w/two #2 (5 metric) Hi-Fi Sutures, 1.8mm Company Name: Linvatec Corp. d/b/a ConMed Linvatec 510(k) #: K131035 IV. DEVICE DESCRIPTION The Y-Knotless™ Flex Anchors are a non-absorbable, all-suture, knotless implant, that are… | 2013 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| K261363 | Y-Knotless™ Flex Anchors | 2026 | 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 35 years and passes through 9 companies; a new generation was cleared every 1.6 years on median.
- 8 of the 80 ancestors have a recall of any class.
- Of its descendants, K261363 (CONMED Corporation, 2026) has gone furthest, with 0 descendants of its own.
- 3 other devices also cite its predicate K131035.
How does its category compare?
All MBI devicesMBI Fastener, Fixation, Nondegradable, Soft Tissue: FDA decisions, review times, recalls and adverse event reports over 20 years. 2026, this device’s year, is highlighted.
FDA decisions per year · MBI
27in 2025
2026 to Oct 25, outlined.
Median 510(k) review, days · MBI
58in 2025
Receipt to decision; years with fewer than 3 clearances left blank.
Recalls per year · MBI
1in 2025
Class I (0 since 2007) Class II/III not classified
Adverse event reports per year · MBI
3,826in 2025
MAUDE reports naming product code MBI, 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 | 16 | 80 | 24 | 240 |
| 2008 | 10 | 69 | 6 | 338 |
| 2009 | 19 | 82 | 2 | 355 |
| 2010 | 17 | 76 | 3 | 291 |
| 2011 | 30 | 75 | 23 | 328 |
| 2012 | 24 | 94 | 6 | 371 |
| 2013 | 31 | 100 | 2 | 442 |
| 2014 | 23 | 101 | 0 | 504 |
| 2015 | 23 | 85 | 0 | 507 |
| 2016 | 17 | 94 | 0 | 795 |
| 2017 | 17 | 70 | 4 | 675 |
| 2018 | 16 | 91 | 2 | 1,072 |
| 2019 | 31 | 90 | 0 | 1,303 |
| 2020 | 35 | 83 | 1 | 1,454 |
| 2021 | 18 | 107 | 0 | 1,890 |
| 2022 | 19 | 64 | 0 | 1,591 |
| 2023 | 52 | 57 | 1 | 2,503 |
| 2024 | 22 | 30 | 1 | 3,779 |
| 2025 | 27 | 58 | 1 | 3,826 |
| 2026 | 30 | 63 | 0 | — |
What is it indicated for?
The non-absorbable suture anchors are intended to reattach soft tissue to bone in orthopedic surgical procedures.
The Y-Knotless TM Flex Anchors may be used in either arthroscopic or open surgical procedures. After the suture is anchored to the bone, it may be used to reattach soft tissue, such as ligaments, tendons, or joint capsules to the bone. The suture anchor systems thereby stabilize the damaged soft tissue, in conjunction with appropriate postoperative immobilization, throughout the healing period.
The Y-Knotless™ Flex Anchors may be used in the following orthopedic procedures:
1. Shoulder Labrum
2. MPFL Reconstruction
3. Foot and Ankle
4. Biceps
5. Meniscal Root Repair
Indications for use as stated in the FDA summary.
https://510kreport.com/device/K253763 · printed Nov 4, 2026
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510(k) Report. “K253763: Y-Knotless™ Flex Anchors.” Lineage record from FDA 510(k) data and the FDA summary. Updated Nov 3, 2026. Accessed Nov 4, 2026. https://510kreport.com/device/K253763
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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