The Occiptical Plate (Code No. 822) is a specialized plate used in cranio-cervical fixation and fusion procedures. This plate is contoured to be secured to the occipital bone (the back of the skull) and is designed with connection points for rods or screws that extend down into the cervical spine (C1/C2 or lower) . This construct is crucial for stabilizing the highly mobile and critical junction between the skull and the spine, often necessary after trauma, tumor resection, or congenital instability.
Key features include:
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Anatomical Contour: Designed to conform to the curvature of the occipital bone.
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Multiple Fixation Points: Features multiple screw holes for securing the plate to the skull and open slots/holes for connecting to the cervical spinal fixation system.
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Primary Use: Stabilization and fusion of the occipito-cervical junction.
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Material: Implied Titanium (essential for high-stress spinal and cranial fixation).
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System Component: Works in conjunction with cervical screws, rods, and possibly the Latermass Poly Screw system.
