Product received FDA 510(k) clearance for: Hand and foot bone fragment and osteotomy fixation and joint arthrodesis, fixation of proximal tibial metaphysis osteotomy, and adjunctive fixation of small bone fragments (i.e. small fragments of bone that are not comminuted to the extent and preclude staple placement). These fragments may be located in long bones such as the femur, fibula or tibia in the lower extremities; the humerus, ulna or radius in the upper extremities; the clavicle and ribs, and in flat bone such as the pelvis, scapula and sternum. Pre-sterilized, all inclusive implant procedure tray contains: 1ea Nitinol bone staple implant of dimensions 09x09x07mm with a 1.5mm diameter leg/bridge, 1ea pre-loaded staple delivery instrument with lock pin, 1ea 09mm spaced drill guide; 2ea 1.5mm diameter Kirchner wire with protective tips; 2ea 1.8mm Pull Pins; 1ea 1.8mm Drill Bit (color band of yellow)
A non-bioabsorbable, implantable device designed to be inserted into fractured bone to achieve fixation and repair; the device may also be used to attach/secure structures (e.g., ligaments/tendons) to bone, or to reduce/cease bone growth in skeletal deformities (e.g., by being implanted across epiphysial cartilage). It is typically a curved or U-shaped device made of metal alloy material, and is not adjustable after it has been applied. Guides for drilling integrated into the handle of the staple and disposable devices associated with implantation may be included.
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