203 devices · GMDN 63998
Implantable orthopaedic/craniofacial connection screws are small, threaded devices used to securely link two parts of an implanted orthopaedic or craniofacial system—such as a plate to a wedge or a screw to a fixation plate—without anchoring directly into bone. They provide mechanical stability during bone healing or reconstruction in procedures like osteotomies or facial trauma repairs.
These screws are typically regulated as surgical implants, often requiring compliance with implant-specific standards (e.g., biocompatibility, sterility) and may be classified differently depending on jurisdiction. They are generally supplied sterile and intended for single-use in controlled surgical environments, though classification varies by device design and intended use.
This category summary is AI-generated from the GMDN nomenclature and has not been verified by a human reviewer.