FIXATION IMPLANTS

Bioabsorbable Implants

Matryx™ Femoral Screw
BioScrew^®
BioScrew® XtraLok™ Tibial Fixation Device
Guardsman® Style BioScrew® Interference Screws
BioScrew® Delivery System
SmartScrew^® ACL
EndoPearl^®
SmartNail^® 2.4mm

Metal Implants

XO Button^™ Fixation System
Guardsman^® Femoral Interference Screw
Propel^® Cannulated Interference Screw
Cannulated Interference Screws
Soft Tissue Anchoring Set
Cortical Screws
Cancellous Screws
Washers Staple Fixation System

Bioabsorbable Implants

MATRYX INTERFERENCE SCREW

The Matryx™ Interference Screw is the latest addition to the line of bioabsorbable interference screws from the company that first introduced this technology to the market. The Matryx Interference Screw was designed in conjunction with ConMed Linvatec Biomaterials Limited with innovation, enhanced biologics, and improved clinical outcomes in mind. The Matryx Interference Screw is intended for use as an interference fixation device for bone patellar tendon bone (BTB) and soft tissue grafts in ACL and PCL reconstruction. The Matryx Interference Screw is composed of Self-Reinforced™ 96L/4D PLA and beta-Tri-Calcium Phosphate. ß-TCP has been shown to provide a matrix that allows for bone ingrowth. These features, combined with the torsion and insertion strength of the tri-lobe driver interface, provide the surgeon with the confidence to use this implant in the procedures where interference fixation is desired. Offered in a variety of sizes and compatible with existing instrumentation, this innovative screw represents the future of interference fixation.

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Matryx™ Interference Screw Product Benefits

• Proprietary SELF-REINFORCED™ 96L/4D PLA copolymer provides the strongest resorbable implant available
• Imbedded with beta-Tri-Calcium Phosphate, which has been shown to allow bone ingrowth
• The porous structure provides small openings for the potential inward growth of bone fibers
• Diameter - 7.3mm, 8mm, and 9mm
• Lengths – 20mm, 25mm, and 30mm
• Low profile rounded head and thread design reduces trauma to graft
• Tri-Lobe driver interface – strongest interface available
• Cannulated screw for use with BioScrew^® guide wire
• Absorption begins in vivo 15 to 24 weeks

To be used with the following:

BioScrew^® Bio-Absorbable Interference Screws

BioScrew^® Bio-Absorbable Interference Screws and Delivery System Clinically equivalent to metal interference screws.

• Made of Poly (L-Lactic Acid), the screw is gradually absorbed and eventually disappears.
• BioScrew^® screws have a long-term absorption rate which ensures secure graft fixation throughout the healing process. Any future revision surgery is free of implant removal complications because the screw is absorbed or can simply be overdrilled.
• BioScrew^® screws are packaged sterile, single use.
• The BioScrew^® tri-lobe accepts the Guardsman^® graft protector as an optional protective barrier between the screw and graft.

BioScrew^® XtraLok™ Tibial Fixation Device

Guardsman^® Style BioScrew^® Interference Screws

BioScrew^® Delivery System

SmartScrew^®ACL

The SmartScrew^® ACL Interference Screw is indicated for graft fixation in Orthopaedic procedures, including ACL and PCL reconstructions with bone-patellar tendon-bone or soft tissue autografts and allografts. The SmartScrew^® ACL provides easy and atraumatic insertions with excellent graft retention for any graft type. The unique Self-Reinforced 96L/4D copolymer combines optimal strength retention during the healing period with a safe and faster overall resorption. This gives the SmartScrew^® ACL screw a significant material advantage when compared to 100% PLLA polymer interference screws.

• Torsional strength characteristics that are unmatched by other resorbable interference screws.
• A reduction of the stripping and cracking that is associated with resorbable interference screw insertion.
• A standard cannulation for all implant sizes eliminating the need for multiple sized screwdrivers and guidewires – thus simplifying the surgical procedure.
• A large diameter guidewire reduces the chances of the guidewire bending or kinking during insertion and removal.
• New larger diameters provide excellent interference fixation in revision surgeries or when larger tunnels are prepared.

EndoPearl^® Fixation Device

The EndoPearl^® fixation device is a proprietary, unique device indicated for use in conjunction with a Linvatec BioScrew^® Interference Screw to provide enhanced fixation of soft tissue grafts within the femoral socket during ACL reconstruction.

Made of Poly (L-Lactic Acid), the implant is gradually absorbed and eventually disappears. Simple method of preparing implant and graft construct.
Increases graft pullout up to 50%

Packaged sterile, single use.

SmartNail^® 2.4mm

Linvatec is very pleased to announce the release of the new SmartNail 2.4mm implant. The SmartNail implant is a bioresorbable bone fixation nail intended for use in the fixation of fracture fragments resulting from trauma or osteochondritis dissecans lesions. The Self-Reinforced™ manufacturing process preserves high initial mechanical strength and stiffness of the implants. In the presence of adequate immobilization, the SmartNail implant maintains accurate alignment of small bone fractures and apex fragments, osteochondral fragments, and cancellous /non-loadbearing fragments after an arthroscopy or open surgery.

• Proprietary SELF-REINFORCED™ Technology
• Diameter: 2.4mm
• Lengths: 16mm, 25mm, 35mm,and 45mm
• Low profile, round, flat head promotes healing by providing more compression across the fracture when compared to headless implants

SmartNail^® Implants

General Instruments

1.5mm Set

2.4mm Set

Sterilization Tray

Optional

Metal Implants

XOButton^™ Fixation System

The XO Button is your implant of choice for extracortical, soft tissue fixation in cruciate reconstructions. Our continuous loop is tightly woven and pre-stretched to remove creep prior to implantation. Combined with a simplified surgical technique, the XO Button implant provides strength and security for all your ACL and PCL reconstructions.

• Pre-stretched continuous loop
• Simplified technique
• Integrated method to reposition the implant
• Inherent Rotational Moment (I.R.M.^™) for effective seating on the femoral cortex
• Preloaded with passing sutures
• Limited reuse drill bit

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Guardsman^® Femoral Interference Screw

• Specifically designed for endoscopic femoral fixation where graft protection is needed
• Polished,fully radiused threads provide maximum graft protection
• Non-glare head improves visualization and avoids postoperative soft tissue abrasion
• Double-helix threads for un-biased and rapid advancement
• Wide-bore cannulation for easy guidewire removal
• The Taper-Tip style offers sharper initiating threads and a more pronounced taper for faster, easier insertion

Propel^® Cannulated Interference Screw

Unique, double-helix thread provides unbiased, symmetrical starts, while limiting veering and divergence. Specially refined distal end reduces abrasion where it is most critical, offering unequalled protection. Aggressive-pitch thread enables screws to be inserted with half the turns of normal screws.

All Propel screws accept a standard 3.5mm hex driver for confident driving in difficult situations and simpler revisions. The Taper-Tip style offers sharper initiating threads and a more pronounced taper for faster, easier insertion.

Cannulated Interference Screws

Stainless Steel implant

Linvatec cannulated interference screws have a spiral tip design to limit screw divergence. Screws are available in three diameters and five lengths. Screws are supplied sterile, complete with guidewire. 7mm, 8mm, and 9mm dia. (screws are packaged with .062” stainless steel guidewires.)

Implant material is titanium alloy per ASTM F-136. Packaged sterile, single-use. U.S. Patent No. 4, 927,421.

Accessories

Soft Tissue Anchoring Set-Low Profile

Stainless Steel implant

• Screw and washer set provides continuous strength for soft tissue fixation to bone. Unique washer design on the inferior surface provides excellent fixation of soft tissue to bone
• Washers are available in 14mm, 17mm, and 20mm O.D., and 1.3mm and 2.5mm post heights.
• Low-profile screws available in 4.5mm cortical and 6.5mm cancellous styles and a full range of lengths. Screw heads are 3.5mm hex.

Accessories

Cortical Screws - Low Profile

Screw dia: 4.5mm O.D., 3.5mm hex; Titanium alloy per ASTM F-136.
Packaged sterile, single-use. implant

Cancellous Screws – Low Profile

Screw dia: 6.5mm O.D., 3.5mm hex, Titanium alloy per ASTM F-136.
Packaged sterile, single-use. implant

Spiked Washers - Low Profile

Titanium alloy per ASTM F-136.
Packaged sterile, single-use. implant

Post height: 1.3mm

Post height: 2.5mm

Flat Washers - Low Profile

Titanium alloy per ASTM F-136.
Packaged sterile, single-use. implant

Staple Fixation System

• The staple fixation system provides a simple means of attaching tissue to bone.
• Low-profile, wide staple base provides better load distribution.
• Spike-post leg design encourages uninterrupted vascular flow to the underlying tissue.
• Sharp conical tips facilitate staple insertion.
• Fixation staples are available in 9.5mm, 13.5mm, and 16.5mm sizes and can accommodate graft widths of up to 6mm, 13mm, and 13.5mm, respectively.

Accessories