2.0 MM LCP Y-MICRO PLATE
The 2.0 MM LCP Y-Micro Plate is a specialized medical implant used in orthopedic surgeries, particularly for fractures and reconstructions involving small bones. Here are its specifications and common uses:
Specification
- Material: Typically made from titanium alloy, providing strength, durability, and biocompatibility.
- Thickness: The plate has a thickness of 2.0 millimeters, which allows for minimal invasiveness while providing adequate stability for small bone fixation.
- Plate Design: The Y-Micro plate design features a central stem or body with three smaller wings extending outward in a Y-shape configuration. This design allows for stable fixation of fractures in small bones while distributing forces evenly.
- Screw Holes: Multiple screw holes are present along the length of the plate and in the wings, offering versatility for surgeons to select appropriate fixation points based on the specifics of the fracture or reconstruction.
- Low Profile: The Y-Micro plate is designed to have a low profile to minimize soft tissue irritation and improve patient comfort.
Uses
- Hand and Foot Surgery: The Y-Micro plate is commonly used in surgeries involving the small bones of the hands and feet, such as metacarpals, metatarsals, and phalanges.
- Maxillofacial Surgery: In reconstructive surgeries of the face and jaw, these plates can be utilized to stabilize fractures or to correct deformities in small facial bones.
- Pediatric Orthopedics: Due to their small size and low profile, Y-Micro plates are suitable for use in pediatric orthopedic surgeries, where preserving growth plates and minimizing disruption to bone development is essential.
- Sports Injuries: Injuries to small bones, such as those in the wrist or ankle, often require precise fixation to ensure proper healing and restoration of function. Y-Micro plates can play a crucial role in such cases.
Overall, the 2.0 MM LCP Y-Micro Plate offers surgeons a reliable and versatile tool for addressing fractures and deformities in small bones, with the aim of restoring function and mobility to patients while minimizing surgical invasiveness and postoperative discomfort.