2.7 MM LCP CLOVERLEAF PLATE
The 2.7 MM LCP Cloverleaf Plate is a specialized orthopedic implant used primarily in foot and ankle surgeries, particularly for fusion procedures involving multiple bones or complex deformities. Here are its specifications and common uses:
Specification
- Material: Typically constructed from titanium alloy, offering a combination of strength, durability, and biocompatibility.
- Thickness: The plate usually has a thickness of 2.7 millimeters, providing sufficient stability and support for fusion procedures.
- Plate Design: The Cloverleaf Plate is named for its distinctive shape, resembling a cloverleaf or quatrefoil. This design allows for fixation and stabilization of multiple bones simultaneously, particularly in cases where fusion of several bones is required to address complex deformities or instabilities.
- Locking Mechanism: Utilizes a locking screw mechanism, allowing screws to securely lock into the plate, providing enhanced stability compared to traditional screw fixation.
- Variable Angle Screw Holes: The plate typically includes variable angle screw holes, allowing surgeons flexibility in screw placement to achieve optimal compression and fixation during fusion surgery.
Uses
- Arthrodesis: The primary use of the Cloverleaf Plate is in fusion procedures (arthrodesis) involving multiple bones of the foot or ankle, such as the subtalar joint, talonavicular joint, and calcaneocuboid joint. Fusion may be indicated for conditions such as severe arthritis, deformities, or instability.
- Complex Deformities: It is often used in cases of complex foot or ankle deformities, such as Charcot arthropathy or severe flatfoot deformity, where fusion of multiple joints is necessary to restore stability and function.
- Revision Surgery: The plate can be employed in revision surgeries where previous interventions have failed to address issues with fusion or stabilization of multiple bones.
- Trauma: Used in traumatic injuries involving multiple bones of the foot or ankle, such as severe fractures or dislocations, where fusion is required for stabilization and pain management.
Overall, the 2.7 MM LCP Cloverleaf Plate serves as a specialized and versatile orthopedic implant for achieving fusion of multiple bones in the foot or ankle, addressing a range of conditions such as deformities, arthritis, instability, or trauma to enhance patient comfort and function.