CytroFIX® Femur Shaft (Broad) Plates
High-strength, anatomically contoured plates designed for femoral shaft fractures, providing robust fixation, optimal stability, and promoting efficient healing in orthopedic procedures.
High-Purity Titanium Constructs for Femoral Shaft Fracture Stabilization
The CytroFIX® Femur Shaft (Broad) Plate by Cytronics (an INVAMED orthopedic division) is meticulously engineered for femoral shaft fractures that demand a wider plate profile. Constructed from high-purity titanium, these plates provide robust mechanical support, extended cortical coverage, and a versatile hole configuration—offering surgeons effective stabilization in complex or comminuted mid-femur injuries.
Broad Plate Design
- Features increased plate width and extended hole spacing, ensuring enhanced cortical engagement and stability in large-diameter femoral shafts.
- Helps distribute stress more evenly across the bone, which can be beneficial in comminuted or osteopenic fractures.
High-Purity Titanium Construction
- Medical-grade titanium (e.g., Ti-6Al-4V ELI) offers outstanding strength-to-weight ratio, biocompatibility, and corrosion resistance.
- Minimizes the risk of metal sensitivity and fosters favorable conditions for bone healing.
Locking & Non-Locking Screw Options
- Multiple holes accommodate standard cortical screws or locking screws, including variable-angle locking for challenging shaft fractures or poor bone quality.
- Surgeons can mix compression and locking holes to tailor fixation strategies to fracture patterns.
Low-Profile & Contoured
- A plate thickness of approximately 3.5–4.0 mm helps maintain a relatively low profile while still providing robust strength for the femoral shaft.
- Anatomical contours and streamlined edges aim to reduce soft tissue irritation, especially in submuscular plating techniques.
Clinical Indications
- Femoral shaft fractures (simple, comminuted, segmental), mid-shaft osteotomies, or revision scenarios requiring broad bridging.
- Potentially useful in bridging constructs for peri-implant fractures or nonunions along the femoral diaphysis.
Contraindications
- Insufficient bone stock preventing stable fixation, active local infection, or systemic factors precluding elective orthopedic surgery.
- An intramedullary approach (nail) or narrower plate profile may be more appropriate for certain fracture types.