2.7 MM LCP FIRST MTP FUSION PLATE - RIGHT
The 2.7 MM LCP (Locking Compression Plate) First MTP (Metatarsophalangeal) Fusion Plate - Right is a specialized orthopedic implant used in foot surgeries, specifically for fusion procedures involving the first metatarsophalangeal joint (the joint at the base of the big toe). 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 2.7 millimeters, which provides the necessary stability and support for fusion procedures.
- Plate Design: The First MTP Fusion Plate is designed to fit the anatomy of the first metatarsophalangeal joint, with features such as a contoured shape and screw holes positioned for optimal fixation.
- Locking Mechanism: LCP plates utilize a locking screw mechanism, which allows screws to lock into the plate, providing more stability than conventional screws.
- Variable Angle Screw Holes: The plate typically has variable angle screw holes, allowing surgeons flexibility in screw placement to achieve optimal compression and fixation during fusion.
Uses
- First MTP Fusion: The primary use of this plate is in procedures to fuse the first metatarsophalangeal joint, commonly performed to treat severe arthritis, deformities, or chronic pain in the big toe.
- Hallux Rigidus: The plate may be used in cases of hallux rigidus, a condition characterized by stiffness and limited motion in the big toe joint, where fusion is indicated to relieve pain and restore function.
- Revision Surgery: In cases where previous surgeries have failed to address issues with the first MTP joint, the fusion plate can be used in revision surgeries to achieve successful fusion.
- Trauma: The plate may also be used in cases of trauma to the first MTP joint, such as fractures or severe dislocations, where fusion is necessary for stabilization and pain relief.
Overall, the 2.7 MM LCP First MTP Fusion Plate - Right offers surgeons a reliable and specialized tool for achieving successful fusion of the first metatarsophalangeal joint, addressing conditions such as arthritis, deformities, and trauma in the big toe with the aim of reducing pain and improving function for patients.