The DHS Leg Screw is the primary component of the Dynamic Hip Screw (DHS) system, designed for the stable fixation of intertrochanteric and subtrochanteric fractures of the femur. The screw is cannulated and features a large thread to provide a strong purchase in the cancellous bone of the femoral head and neck. Its primary function is to allow controlled dynamic compression along the axis of the femur through the barrel of the DHS Plate, promoting fracture healing.
Key Features
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Dynamic Compression: Allows the screw to slide within the DHS plate barrel, providing controlled compression and load sharing.
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Large Thread: Provides excellent anchorage in the cancellous bone of the femoral head.
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Cannulated Design: Facilitates insertion over a guidewire for precise placement.
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Primary Use: Used exclusively as the lag screw component of the DHS system for proximal femur fractures.
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Material Options: Available in Stainless Steel and Titanium.
