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Patient Specific Implant - PSI
Patient Specific Implant - PSI
Patient Specific Implants are designed and produced according to patient derived CT data, facilitating reconstructive surgery.
Key Resources
Instructions for Use
Features & Benefits
Quality materials
PEEK Optima-LT (polyetheretherketone)
- Engineered for strength, stability and biocompatibility
- Radiolucent (reduced MRI artifact)
- Surgeon can determine plate and screw placement during surgery
- Light weight
Commercially pure titanium
- Ultra-high strength
- Radiopaque
- Excellent biocompatibility
- Autoclavable - withstands repeated sterilization
- Requires the use of Synthes Low Profile Neuro plate and screw fixation system
- Requires the use of Synthes 1.6mm titanium machine screws (488.066) for attachment of plates to implant
Autoclavable - withstands repeated sterilization
Can be used with DePuy Synthes standard 1.3mm to 2.0mm cranial and craniofacial fixation systems
Esthetic results with short turnaround time
- Better anatomic fit versus conventional fixation/reconstruction methods*
- Reduced operating time compared to traditional reconstruction methods that require extensive contouring*
- Satisfying aesthetic results for surgeon and patient*
- Suitable materials for definitive treatment
- Any necessary modifications of a PEEK implant (e.g. drainage, monitoring devices) can be performed in the OR with standard instruments
- Implant fixation with DePuy Synthes plates and screw systems
- Short turnaround time
Can be used with surgical guides for primary reconstruction
Osteotomy guide for cranial vault reconstruction (polyamide) available for primary reconstruction
Supporting Documentation
Resources
References
* F. Jalbert, F. Lauwers, F.Rev Stomatol Chir Maxillofac Chir Orale. 2013 Aug 1. Pii:S2213-6533(13)00183-3. Results from case studies are not predictive of results in other cases. Results in other cases may vary.
Indication Statement
Patient specific cranial/craniofacial implants are intended for the replacement of bony voids in the cranial/craniofacial skeleton.
Please refer to the surgical technique guide or package inserts if included for a complete list of indications, contraindications, precautions and warnings. For further information on DePuy Synthes Products, please contact your DePuy Synthes Sales Consultant
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