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Second Generation Knee System, Femoral, Patellar

by Orthomet, Inc.

510(k) K895145

Active United States

510(k)

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No expiry

510(k) clearance is not time-limited

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Regulatory status

as of registry sync 22 Oct 2026

RegionAuthorizationNumberDateStatus
United StatesFDA 510(k)SN Traditional NumberK895145 Date6 Jul 1990DecidedStatusActive

Recalls

0 recalls · FDA

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Coverage

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Specification

510(k)

510(k) Number
FDA Product Code
JWH
Device Class
Class II
Regulation
21 CFR Part 888.3560
Advisory Committee
Orthopedic
FDA Decision
SN

Overview

AI-generated summary, 1 Oct 2026

Written by a language model from registry data. Not verified by deviCERTS or the manufacturer. The registry data above is the record.

The Second Generation Knee System, Femoral, Patellar is a semi-constrained cemented knee prosthesis designed to replace a damaged knee joint. It consists of polymer, metal, and polymer components that articulate to limit translation and rotation in one or more planes, providing stability and function. This device is classified as a knee joint patellofemorotibial prosthesis under orthopedic nomenclature standards. Its design aims to restore mobility and alleviate pain in patients with degenerative or traumatic knee conditions.

This device is intended for surgical implantation by orthopedic specialists in hospital operating rooms under sterile conditions. It is supplied as a reusable surgical implant, requiring cement fixation during placement. The system is regulated under FDA 510(k) clearance (K895145) with a product code of JWH, and its use is substantiated for specific indications as determined by the Orthopedic Advisory Committee. Storage and handling must comply with medical device sterility and surgical protocol standards to ensure safety and efficacy.

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Questions

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  • What is the Second Generation Knee System, Femoral, Patellar used for?

    This device is a semi-constrained knee prosthesis designed to replace damaged knee joints caused by degenerative or traumatic conditions. Its polymer-metal-polymer construction articulates to limit movement in specific planes, restoring stability and function while alleviating pain. It is intended for surgical implantation by orthopedic specialists to improve mobility in patients with severe knee joint issues.

  • How is the Second Generation Knee System, Femoral, Patellar supplied and implanted?

    The system is supplied as a reusable surgical implant and requires cement fixation during placement. It is intended for use in hospital operating rooms under sterile conditions by orthopedic specialists. The cement ensures secure attachment of the prosthesis to the patient’s bone, providing stability post-surgery.

  • Is the Second Generation Knee System, Femoral, Patellar single-use or reusable?

    The device is designed as a reusable surgical implant, meaning it is intended for use in multiple patients after proper cleaning, sterilization, and inspection. However, its reuse must comply with strict medical device sterility and surgical protocol standards to ensure safety and efficacy.

  • What regulatory approval does this knee prosthesis hold?

    The Second Generation Knee System, Femoral, Patellar holds FDA 510(k) clearance under the reference number K895145. This clearance was granted by the Orthopedic Advisory Committee, affirming its substantial equivalence for specific indications in knee joint replacement procedures.

  • How should the Second Generation Knee System, Femoral, Patellar be stored and handled?

    Storage and handling must adhere to medical device sterility and surgical protocol standards to maintain safety and efficacy. The device should be kept in a clean, controlled environment, protected from contamination, and prepared for use in sterile operating room conditions prior to implantation.