Rib compression plate BioBridge

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Acute Innovations BioBridge Resorbable Chest Wall Stabilization Plate is a versatile, nonpermanent solution for chest wall stabilization. It was specifically designed to offer strength that exceeds typical chest wall loading1 and a resorption time that outlasts typical bone healing time. Indications for Use In the presence of appropriate additional immobilization or fixation, indicated for maintaining the alignment and fixation of bone fractures, osteotomies, arthrodeses or bone grafts, maintenance of relative position of weak bony tissue (e.g., bone grafts, bone graft substitutes, or bone fragments from comminuted fractures), as well as trauma and reconstructive procedures. Specifically, BioBridge can also be used on metacarpus, proximal and middle phalangeal bones, as well as long bones, flat bones, short bones, irregular bones, appendicular skeleton, and thorax. Features and Benefits Packaging Sterile and single-packed Composition 70:30 L/DL-lactide blend Durability Maintains strength and stability for up to six months Resorption Profile Fully resorbed within 18-24 months through hydrolysis1 Handling Characterists Textured for easy handling and visibility Flexibility Can be cut or molded to match the rib curvature Stackable Plates can be stacked for increased rigidity and/or length Applications and Techniques Costochondral Junction Repair Fractured cartilage caused by trauma or during a thoracotomy can be challenging to repair and require extended healing time. BioBridge can be used to stabilize the fracture through reduction and compression.