4,224 devices · GMDN 61689
Internal orthopaedic fixation systems with plates and screws are used to stabilize broken or surgically altered bones in the limbs, pelvis, or facial skeleton. These devices help maintain proper alignment during healing, supporting recovery for fractures, limb deformities, or joint fusions by providing rigid structural support.
These systems are typically regulated as medical devices, often requiring sterilization before use despite being non-sterile by default. They are commonly supplied as kits containing plates, screws, and sometimes instruments, with materials like metal or carbon fiber ensuring long-term stability without biodegradation.
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