2.0 MM LOCKING HEAD SCREW ( STAR HEAD)
The 2.0 MM locking head screw with a star head is a specialized orthopedic implant designed for specific surgical applications where smaller diameter screws with locking capabilities are required. Here are its specifications and common uses:
Specification
- Diameter: The screw typically has a diameter of 2.0 millimeters, making it suitable for use in smaller bones or areas where space is limited.
- Head Design: The screw features a star-shaped head, which provides improved grip and torque during insertion compared to traditional screw heads. Additionally, it has a locking mechanism that allows it to lock securely into a corresponding plate or fixation device.
- Thread Pitch: The screw may have a fine thread pitch, optimized for engaging cortical bone and providing secure fixation. The thread design may also be self-tapping to facilitate insertion.
- Material: The screw is commonly made from stainless steel or titanium alloy, offering strength, corrosion resistance, and biocompatibility.
- Length: Available in various lengths to accommodate different surgical needs and bone anatomy.
Uses
- Hand and Foot Surgery: 2.0 MM locking head screws with star heads are frequently used in surgeries involving the smaller bones of the hand and foot, such as metacarpals, metatarsals, and phalanges.
- Pediatric Orthopedics: Due to their smaller diameter and locking capability, these screws are suitable for use in pediatric orthopedic surgeries, where smaller bone sizes require stable fixation.
- Fracture Fixation: They are used for the stabilization of fractures in small bones or areas with limited space, providing secure fixation while minimizing soft tissue irritation.
- Arthrodesis: These screws can be used in fusion procedures, such as joint arthrodesis, particularly in small joints where larger implants would be inappropriate. The locking mechanism provides additional stability and reduces the risk of screw loosening.
- Orthopedic Corrections: In orthopedic corrections requiring stable fixation with small-diameter screws, such as corrective osteotomies or bone grafting procedures, 2.0 MM locking head screws with star heads may be utilized.
Overall, the 2.0 MM locking head screw with a star head is a specialized orthopedic implant used in surgeries where smaller diameter screws with locking capabilities are required, particularly in procedures involving small bones or areas with limited space. Their design and dimensions make them well-suited for applications in hand and foot surgery, pediatric orthopedics, fracture fixation, arthrodesis procedures, and orthopedic corrections.