DHS Plate

Indication: The compression hip plate is primarly indicated for inter-trochanteric fractures. However, it can be also find applications in selected sub-trochanteric fractures, mid cervical and low sub-capital fractures of the femoral neck. A complete range of angled plate is available from 130º to 150º in 5º increments. They are used in conjuction with large diameter sliding lag screws. The lag screws have a coarse buttress thread to provide secure fixation in the femoral head. The shaft of the lag screw is machined on two opposing sides to correspond to the internal flats of the plate barrel preventing rotation of the lag. The barrel of the plate is available in two lenghts, 38 mm for normal adult use and 25 mm for smaller adult pediatric surgery (special request). If needed, added compression can be applied to the fractures site by means of the compression screws.

Screws to be used: All holes accept diam. 4.5 mm cortical screws. End of holes also accept diam. 6.5 mm can-cellous screws. All plates are slotted to accept a tension device.

Plate details: Designed for maximum strenght from one piece, forged.

Plate Thickness: 5.6mm

Plate width: 18.0mm

Hole Spacing: 16.0mm

Material:

Stainless Steel F.138