The explor radial head plates are designed to fit within the safe zone of the proximal radius, which is the area of the radial head that does not articulate with. The acumed anatomic radial head system is designed to provide an anatomic implant to replace the patients native radial head. All patients were evaluated clinically and radiographically for a mean followup of 42 months range, 2258 months. Once inserted over the taper, the radial head is secured using the impactor fig.
Acumeds anatomic radial head prosthesis features an ellipticalshaped head. The design of the aculoc 2 plate positioning handle maintains access to the kwire holes and 3. Anatomic radial head solutions family brochure elb00. This latest addition to our anatomic radial head solutions offers further refinements to the first. Request pdf comminuted radial head fractures treated by the acumed anatomic radial head system the treatment of comminuted radial head fractures is still challenging. This versatile system offers a comprehensive family of precontoured plates designed for use in the safe zone of the radial head. The acumed radial head plating system provides a method for the treatment of fractures when the radial head is salvageable. Radial head arthroplasty rha is predominantly used to treat comminuted radial head fractures and other, less common, chronic posttraumatic sequels as nonunion, posttraumatic arthritis and elbow. Radial head plating system surgical technique acumed. The final face shield design uses a 3d printed head piece with parts manufactured in acumeds facility using our own equipment. It articulates with the capitellum to form the humeroradial joint. Case report comminuted radial head fractures treated by the.
Mar 10, 2016 the slideloc anatomic radial head system features a further refined anatomic radial head and a threepart implant design for increased modularity. Reduction and stabilization of radial neck fractures by. The radial head is part of the lateral compartment of the elbow. Jul 29, 2019 radial head plating system a straightforward solution for treating fractures when the radial head is salvageable. The lateral column plates improve upon the biomechanics of posterior plating by enabling longer screws in the articular fragments to interdigitate with. The acumed anatomic radial head system includes the first anatomically shaped radial head prosthesis introduced to the orthopaedic acjmed. The anatomic radial head system is a comprehensive solution for radial head fractures. Conservative treatment, however, might result in secondary displacement andor malunion.
For specific questions not addressed here,please contact your local acumed representative or acumed by phone at 888 6279957 or on the web at. Of 14 patients, 12 with radial head prosthesis were available for the study. Acumed slideloc anatomic radial head system patent pending surgical technique. May 29, 20 the anatomic radial head system from acumed is indicated for radial head replacement after comminuted fracture. Elbow plating system surgical technique the acumed olecranon plates provide fixation for both fractures and osteotomies in the proximal ulna. We are dedicated to pioneering solutions that benefit the patient and drive the industry forward. The acumed anatomic radial head system is designed acmued provide an anatomic implant to replace the patients native radial head. Isolated radial neck fractures occur only in rare cases. The design, with an adhesivebacked foam piece for comfort and to create a seal with the users forehead, allows for the headpiece to be reused while the face shield is disposable. Acumed releases the slideloc anatomic radial head system. This acquisition will accelerate acumeds opportunity to build on the technology and deliver a compelling.
On the other hand, open reduction and internal fixation orif as standard surgical approach in adults is associated with nonunion, implantrelated. With 200 standard implant options and precise instrumentation, the anatomic radial head system from acumed is the first system that has design features that most closely replicate the patients anatomy. With the anatomic radial head system,the surgeon is equipped with the tools needed to properly restore the patients anato. Relative to the overall meps for all fixedstem implants 88. This fixation is maximized when the screws in the articular plxting interdigitate with the screws from the acumed lateral column plate on the lateral side. Anatomic radial head acumed sullivan et al,34 2017 united states retrospective 19 10. Finally, the radial head is a key component of the forearm scaffold. Acumed acquires new elbow arthroplasty technology, adding to. Anatomic radial head solutions 2 surgical technique acumed.
The total elbow product will complement acumeds robust elbow portfolio, which includes anatomic radial head solutions, the radial head plating system, the elbow plating system, and the acutrak 2 headless compression screw. Acumed aculoc2 volar distal radius surgical technique youtube. Anatomic radial head system surgical technique acumed. A method of replacing an end of a radial bone with a radial head prosthesis having a stem portion and a head portion, the head portion connected or connectable to the stem portion, the head portion comprising a fixed member and a floating articular member, the method comprising. Second, the modular head is placed over the taper while applying longitudinal distraction andor varus stress to distract the radiocapitellar interface sufficiently to permit the radial head to be inserted. Anatomic radial head system provides a comprehensive solution for radial head replacement. The acumed anatomic radial head system is designed to provide an 2 mini and micro instruments and the locking radial head plate. Only work here is your good at keeping your head down and taking orders. The acumed anatomic radial head slideloc system consists of modular heads and stems with accessories for anatomical replacement of the proximal portion of the radius and restore the natural articulation of the radial head with the radial notch of the ulna and capitellum of the distal humerus. We are dedicated to developing products, service methods, and approaches that improve patient care.
The acumed anatomic radial head system is designed to provide an 2 mini and micro instruments and the locking radial. Made of titanium alloy ti6al4v and treated with a type ii anodization, these plates are designed to carry the loads that are required of them while remaining low profile. Class 2 device recall acumed slideloc anatomic radial head. Comments about the acumed anatomic radial head system. Results measurements showed a mean dorsal hook angle of product overview the acumed elbow plating system offers multiple fixation options for fractures of the distal humerus, olecranon, and coronoid, as well as osteotomies of the olecranon. Jul 05, 2019 acumed radial head plating system on bone t. The acumed anatomic radial head system is designed to provide an 2 mini and micro instruments and the locking. Explor zimmerbiomet, anatomic radial head acumed, mopyc tornier, and radial head system tornier. The most important features of each radial head prosthesis. Radial head prosthesis system for primary and revision joint replacement of the radial head integrated connection screw captivated in head articulating dish dish depth grows 0. The acumed anatomic radial head system includes the first anatomically shaped radial head prosthesis introduced to the orthopaedic industry. The acumed radial head prosthesis has an anatomically shaped radial head designed to mimic the radiocapitellar joint contact of a native radial head, which may. The majority of cases are nondisplaced or minimally displaced and can be treated conservatively. We stripped 22 embalmed human cadaveric radiuses of soft tissues.
Acumed used to be run around a compassion for people and relationships. Radial head replacement in adults with recent fractures. The acumed anatomic radial head solutions 2 system is designed to provide an anatomic implant to replace the patients native radial head. Anatomic radial head system acumed is an industry leader in innovative solutions for extremities and trauma. They run the company for the dollar and the dollar only. The intraclass correlation coefficient was between 0. The anatomic radial head system from acumed is indicated for radial head replacement after comminuted fracture. Confidence in over 25,000 sold4 modular stem and head provide over 320 size combinations to match variable anatomy smooth stem implant design supported by two long term studies 8year1 and 12 year2 average follow up simple design has no polyethylene, moving parts or set screws to wear out over time prospective data show proven performance. Anatomic radial head solutions surgical technique acumed. Results all patients treated by the acumed anatomic.
The explor radial head plates are designed to fit within the safe zone of the proximal radius, which is. Acurned anatomic radial head system acumed anatomic radial head long stems acumed arh slidlelocrh system. The acumed anatomic radial head system provides a comprehensive solution that includes the first anatomicallyshaped radial head prosthesis on the market and is equipped with the tools needed to restore the patients anatomy in a radial head replacement surgery. The bipolar judet radial head prosthesis can be used in. Mid to longterm results are being reported for radial head prostheses. Mar 22, 2020 acumed radial head plating system on bone t. Anatomic radial head solutions value analysis guide acumed. From plating a fractured radial head to replacing it with an anatomic implant.
Case report comminuted radial head fractures treated by. The explor radial head plating system offers a rim and neck plate featuring either a standard or small curvature figure 5. In addition, the circumference of the radial head articulates with the radial notch of the ulna, forming the proximal radioulnar joint. Radial head prosthesis with floating articular member. Radial head fractures with acumed anatomic radial head system 6331 int j clin exp med 2015. Class 2 device recall acumed slideloc anatomic radial head system. Insert stem gauge assembly into the bone canal and sequentially increase the height by inserting the end of the gauge under the head of the assembly, until the head reaches the capitellum. Odriscoll, phd, md, the acumed anatomic radial head solutions 2 system includes.
The acutrak 2 mini system can be included in the base of the tray,as well as the mayo clinic radial head plate if needed upon request. The design, with an adhesivebacked foam piece for comfort and to create a seal with the users forehead, allows for the headpiece to be reused while the face shield is. This latest addition to our anatomic radial head solutions offers further refinements to the first and only anatomically shaped radial head prosthesis. Despite the expanding body of literature on radial head arthroplasty, the increasing. The system is modular comprising a stem, collar and cobalt chrome head. Acumed aculoc2 volar distal radius surgical technique. Anatomic radial head brochure and surgical technique acumed. The acumed anatomic radial head system includes modular heads and stems with accessories to anatomically replace the proximal potion. Aug 04, 2019 the acumed anatomic radial head system is designed acmued provide an anatomic implant to replace the patients native radial head.
Acumed offers comprehensive solutions for a variety of elbow fractures. Acumed anatomic radial head solutions surgical technique 2 radial head resection using the long stem resection guide 801512, initially resect the radial head with a microsagittal saw. The ellipsoid shape of the implant is intended to mimic the natural radial head. Concern has arisen about capitellar erosions or arthritic changes, which have been reported in 33% to 70% of patients. The aim of this paper was to present the mediumterm results of the acumed anatomic radial head system aarhs. Acumed s locking radial head plate system provides an innovative and improved method for the treatment of fractures where the radial head is salvageable. Dec 20, 2016 this animated overview of the hand fracture system illustrates how the system is designed to surgically treat various metacarpal and phalangeal fractures, fusions, and osteotomies. Comminuted radial head fractures treated by the acumed anatomic. This animated overview of the hand fracture system illustrates how the system is designed to surgically treat various metacarpal and phalangeal. Marhp acumed, hillsboro, or was used to replace irreparable and comminuted radial head fractures when it was associated with valgus instability. A radial head replacement is more effective in comminuted radial head fractures. Anatomic radial head solutions 2 value analysis guide acumed. Jul, 2019 the acumed anatomic radial head system includes the first anatomically shaped radial head prosthesis introduced to the orthopaedic industry.
The acumed anatomic radial head prosthesis is designed to provide a precise anatomical implant to replace the patients native radial head. The system allows over 200 combinations of implants. Acumed acquires new elbow arthroplasty technology, adding. Odriscoll, md, phd, the acumed anatomic radial head solutions 2 system includes 924 head and stem combinations and systemspecific instrumentation to help streamline the surgeons experience in the operating room. Ever since the owners death several years ago the new leadership took over. Comminuted radial head fractures treated by the acumed. This section offers acumeds suggested method for implanting the radial head plate from the mayo clinic congruent elbow plate system. Evolve proline modular radial head system wright medical group.
This study was performed on 12 patients with traumatic elbow fracture. Anatomic radial head prosthesis is a unique implant that closely replicates the natural anatomy of the patients radial head. The slideloc anatomic radial head system features a further refined anatomic radial head and a threepart implant design for increased modularity. The design and fixation used in both the primary and revision procedure were also recorded.