Screws

Bone screws are available in three basic types: cortex, cancellous, and locking. Cortex screws are used for bicortical fixation in diaphyseal bone.

Cancellous screws are used for fixation in metaphyseal or epiphyseal bone. These screws have different thread designs optimized for the density of the bone.

Locking screws are used in Locking Compression Plate (LCP) and Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy Plate (TPLO) and lock into the hole in the plate via its conical threaded screw head.

The Synthes Screw, Drill, and Tap Chart specifies the specific drill bit size needed for any particular screw. It is printed towards the front of the Synthes Veterinary Catalog and also available as a laminated wall chart.

Cannulated Screws are also available. Cannulated screws have a hole through the axis of the screw, which allows a thin guide wire to be passed down the center, for precise screw placement. Cannulated screws are referenced in the Synthes Cannulated Screw, Drill and Tap Chart and can be found in the Synthes Trauma product catalog.

Please see our online catalog for a full listing of screws.

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Plates

Bone plates are available in four basic designs Round or Oval Hole Plates, Dynamic Compression Plates (DCP), Limited-Contact Dynamic Compression Plates (LC-DCP), and Locking Compression Plates (LCP). The range of plates available as well as a guide for the selection of plates with respect to animal weight and fracture location can be referenced in the Veterinary Plate and Screw Chart.


DCP

• Incorporates an incline in the hole that converts screw compression into plate translation and compression of the bone fracture

LC-DCP

Grooved undersurface

• Provides limited contact between plate and bone, minimizing the chance for temporary osteoporosis under the plate
• Allows for periosteal callus formation at the fracture site

Plate Hole

• A new hole, the Dynamic Compression Unit (DCU) is symmetrical and provides self- tensioning in each direction. Additionally the underside of the hole is relieved to increase screw angulation

LCP (Locking Compression Plate)

Anatomic Reduction

• Each screw placement utilizing wire sleeves facilitates restoration of the articular surface

Stable fixation

• Locking screws create a fixed angle construct, providing angular stability

Preservation of Blood Supply

• Tapered end for submuscular plate insertion, improving tissue viability
• Limited-Contact plate design reduces plate-to-bone contact, minimizing vascular trauma

Synthes Vet also offers a number of specialty plates such as Acetabular Plates, T-Plates, etc.

Please see our online catalog for a full listing of plates.

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The Synthes Clamp and Rod Internal Fixation (CRIF) System is a modular implant system for veterinary use only and is composed of three components: clamps, rods, and screws. The rods can be cut to length and contoured in any plane.  There are three different sizes of rods available: mini (2.0mm diameter), small (3.0mm diameter) and medium (5.0mm diameter).  Standard screws fix the rod to bone via special clamps.  Together, these form a unique construct that provides great versatility to the surgeon. 

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Synthes instruments are designed for use across multiple systems whenever possible for reduced inventory and simplified learning. Synthes instruments carry a lifetime warranty.

Please see our online catalog for a full listing of instruments. For more information about Synthes Instruments...

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Synthes sets are designed to AO standards, permitting a reasonable number of basic instruments to be used for many applications and the ability to combine these standard devices with additionally available instruments and implants for special cases and applications.

Please see our online catalog for a full listing of sets.

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