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Headless Compression and Twist-Off Screws
Surgical Technique
INDICATIONS
The Zimmer Biomet Headless Compression Screws
and Twist-Off Screws are indicated for fixation of
bone fractures, fusion of a joint (arthrodesis) or bone
reconstruction (osteotomy) of the mid-foot bones,
metatarsal and phalanges of the foot or the phalanges,
metacarpals and carpals of the hand. In the foot, these
include procedures to correct Hallux Valgus (bunions),
Hallux Varus and Hallux Rigidus, Hammer toe, Claw
toe and Mallet toe.
CONTRAINDICATIONS
1. Infections.
2. Patient conditions including blood supply
limitations, insufficient quantity or quality
of bone.
3. Patients with mental or neurologic conditions
who are unwilling or incapable of following
postoperative care instructions.
4. Foreign body sensitivity where material
sensitivity is suspected, testing is to be
completed prior to implantation of the device.
Indications and Contraindications
