Product received FDA 510(k) clearance for: Hand and Foot 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 Instrument containing a Nitinol SuperSTEP™ staple implant of dimensions 20 x 20 x 20mm with a 06mm vertical step with a 2.0mm x 3.0mm leg diameter leg/bridge held in the instrument with a locking pin; 1ea 20mm spaced drill guide with step alignment; 2ea 1.5mm diameter Kirchner wire with protective tips; 1 ea 3.0mm Pull Pin, 1ea 3.0mm Drill Bit (color band red), 1ea Tamp.
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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