U-shaped SuperFIXSORB® can fix rib fracture rigidly easily

What is it about?

A bioabsorbable plate consisting of poly-L-lactide and hydroxyapatite (SuperFIXSORB®) has superior osteoconductive properties, bonds bone, and promotes bone healing. Furthermore, it maintains strength equal to or greater than living bone for >6 months and is absorbed gradually. Our new technique of fixing a rib fracture with a U-shaped bioabsorbable plate enabled stronger fixation easily. Therefore, this technique can be useful for fixing rib fractures.

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Why is it important?

The U-shaped bioabsorbable plate was able to securely fix the fracture, by covering the fracture almost circumferentially. Fixation for fractures is often reported with the plate as a splint; however, we consider it essential to increase the contact area between the plate and bone for strong fixation. More extensive fracture coverage with a bioabsorbable plate increases the strength against flexing and twisting.