686 devices · GMDN 42848
An external spinal fixation system is an assembly of devices used to stabilize adjacent vertebrae in the spine. It is designed for temporary immobilization in patients with thoracic or lumbar spine fractures, segmental instability, or chronic back pain, and includes components such as external fixators, plates, rods, pins, bone screws, and associated instruments like screwdrivers and drills.
This category includes reusable systems that combine external and implantable components to provide spinal support. Devices in this category are regulated as medical devices and are subject to applicable regulatory requirements based on their intended use and design, with classification varying by jurisdiction.
This category summary is AI-generated from the GMDN nomenclature and has not been verified by a human reviewer.