RAPIDSORB™ Resorbable Fixation System
RAPIDSORB™ Resorbable Fixation System
RAPIDSORB™ is a resorbable fixation system, which is intended for fracture repair and craniofacial reconstruction.1-3
System consists of implants: plates, meshes, foils, and screws, dedicated instruments and cases.
Due to resorbable material the implants are radiolucent4 and might be an attractive alternative to metal implants.
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Key Resources
Surgical Technique Guide
Instructions for Use
Material Science
Polymer
RAPIDSORB Resorbable Fixation System implants are made from 85:15 poly(L-lactide-co-glycolide).3, 5-7
Implant Stability
RAPIDSORB implants retain their stability for at least 8 weeks during the critical bone healing phase.8,9 The device will then be absorbed and excreted by the body within approximately 12 months.9,10
In Vivo Degradation
In vivo degradation occurs by hydrolysis to lactic and glycolic acid, which is then metabolized into carbon dioxide and water. Both end products will be absorbed and excreted by the body.11,12
Features & Benefits
Many Plate Options
Multiple plates shapes are offered in 0.5, 0.8 and 1.2 mm thicknesses.
Plates design includes features like beveled edge and straight edge design of cross-slots between the holes.
Pre-shaped plates can be contoured.
Meshes & Foils
Round-shaped contourable meshes might be applied without cutting or kinking.
When needed, meshes & foils can be cut into desired plate geometries.
Solid foils allow customization of hole size and location.
Screws
Screws are available in 3 diameters: 1.5, 2.0 & 2.5 mm.
2.0 mm screws can be used with 1.5 mm plates as primary or emergency screws.
2.5 mm screws can be used as emergency screws for 2.0 mm screws in case of breakage.
Compact Water Bath
Compact Water Bath is available with custom sterile drape for thermal contouring of plates, meshes and foils.
Supporting Documentation
Resources
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Brochure
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Reference Chart
References
- DePuy Synthes, 0000092406 Resorption Study, Sep 2013
- DePuy Synthes, 0000090482_Design Dossier Chapter 05 - Non-clinical Testing, Aug 2018
- DePuy Synthes, SM_706475, IFU RapidSorb Resorbable Fixation System, Apr 2020
- DePuy Synthes, SE_659371, Rationale for MRI X-Ray and CT Compatibility, Mar 2016
- DePuy Synthes, 0000093847, RapidSorb Plate Drawings, Oct 2013
- DePuy Synthes, 852_521_SUSA, 1.5 RR MESH PLATE, 100*100/0.8MM, Jan 2004
- DePuy Synthes, 852_641_SUSA, 2.0 RR CONT MESH PLATE, D50/1.2MM, Feb 2003
- DePuy Synthes, 0000270710, SET_20110942 Registration RapidSorb in Japan 4 Point Bending Test, Oct 2017
- Landes CA, Ballon A, Roth C. Maxillary and mandibular osteosyntheses with PLGA and P(L/DL)LA implants: a 5-year inpatient biocompatibility and degradation experience. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2006;117(7):2347-2360.
- Guzman R, Looby JF, Schendel SA, Edwards MS. Fronto-orbital advancement using an en bloc frontal bone craniectomy. Oper Neurosurg (Hagerstown). 2011;68(suppl_1):68-74.
- DePuy Synthes, 0000092573, Memo product stability 7030 PLA vs 8515 PLGA, Mar 2010
- DePuy Synthes, 0000295386, TF10645 - Verification and Validation Summary Report, May 2020
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