About Locking Profile Cancellous Screw and Spiked Washer
The Locking Profile Cancellous Screw and Spiked Washer are specialized implants used in orthopedic surgery. These implants help secure bones during healing by providing stable fixation. They are designed for use in cancellous bone, commonly found in joints and ends of long bones.
Advanced Features:
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Locking profile design enhances secure fixation
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Suitable for cancellous bone applications
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Spiked washer improves implant stability by preventing slippage
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High-quality material ensures durability and biocompatibility
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Precision-engineered for optimal surgical performance
Enhanced Grip and StabilityThe spiked washer design provides a unique advantage by increasing the mechanical interlock between the implant and bone. This reduces the risk of screw loosening and offers superior stability, especially in bones with lower density. The combination ensures consistent fixation even in complex fracture patterns.
Wide Range of Sizes and CustomizationWith diameter options including 4.0mm and 5.0mm, and lengths from 20mm to 70mm, clinicians can select the most suitable screw and washer variant for different anatomical and procedural requirements. Custom dimensions further accommodate a variety of fracture sites and patient needs.
Safety and CertificationManufactured under stringent ISO 13485 and CE protocols, each product is gamma or ETO sterilized and individually packed in sterile blister packaging. This ensures patient safety and supports efficient operating room logistics, providing confidence to surgeons and healthcare providers alike.
FAQs of Locking Profile Cancellous Screw and Spiked Washer:
Q: How does the spiked washer enhance the grip of the cancellous screw?
A: The spiked washer penetrates the bone surface slightly, creating an anchoring effect that prevents the screw from backing out. This is particularly beneficial in softer or cancellous bone, improving the overall stability of the fixation.
Q: What are the available sizes and how are they selected for different procedures?
A: Diameters start at 4.0mm and 5.0mm, with several other sizes offered to suit clinical needs. Lengths range from 20mm to 70mm and can be customized. The exact size is chosen based on the surgical site, bone type, and specific fracture characteristics.
Q: When and where are these screws and washers typically used in orthopedic surgery?
A: These implants are predominantly used in the fixation of fractures in long bones and the metaphyseal or epiphyseal regions. Their design makes them suitable for cases requiring enhanced grip and stability, such as osteoporotic bone or periarticular fractures.
Q: What sterilization methods are used, and how are these implants packaged?
A: Each screw and washer is sterilized using gamma radiation or ETO methods and packaged individually in a sterile blister pack, ensuring the implants remain contamination-free until use.
Q: Can the Locking Profile Cancellous Screws and Spiked Washers be reused?
A: No, these implants are strictly single-use only and should not be reused to avoid compromising patient safety. They are supplied new, sterile, and are intended for one surgical procedure.
Q: What materials are these orthopedic implants made from, and are they MRI compatible?
A: The screws and washers are manufactured from medical-grade stainless steel or titanium, which are both biocompatible and corrosion-resistant. They are also non-magnetic and MRI compatible, making postoperative imaging safe.
Q: How should the implants be stored before use to maintain their quality?
A: Store the implants in their original sterile packaging, in a clean, dry environment away from moisture. Proper storage ensures the implants maintain their sterility and high precision manufacturing integrity until the time of use.