The 6.0mm Cannulated Locking Head Screw, with its self-tapping feature, is a specialized implant designed for the fixation of large fragments and metaphyseal/epiphyseal fractures in large bones. Its cannulated design allows for precise placement over a guidewire. The threaded head locks securely into an LCP plate, providing fixed-angle stability crucial for maintaining reduction in highly unstable or osteoporotic fractures. The self-tapping tip streamlines the surgical technique by eliminating the need for pre-tapping.
Key Features
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Cannulated Design: Facilitates precise insertion over a K-wire.
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Self-Tapping Tip: Allows for direct insertion without pre-tapping, streamlining surgery.
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Locking Head: Creates a fixed-angle, angularly stable construct when inserted into an LCP plate.
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Compatibility: Used primarily with large-fragment locking plates (e.g., 5.0/6.0mm Proximal Femur plates).
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Primary Use: Provides angular stability and compression in severe metaphyseal fractures of large bones (e.g., proximal femur).
