29,935 devices · GMDN 56642
Orthopaedic bone screws (non-bioabsorbable) are threaded metal rods used in orthopaedic surgery to stabilize bone fractures or secure implants. They hold plates, nails, or other hardware in place, or directly compress bone fragments to aid healing, often in procedures like internal fixation or soft tissue attachment.
These devices are typically regulated as surgical implants and must be sterilized before use, though the category itself includes non-sterile units. They are supplied as standalone components or as part of fixation systems, with variations like cortical, cancellous, or cannulated designs depending on clinical application.
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