Product Overview
ANATOMICAL SITE: Tibia, Ankle
PROCEDURE: Fractures
Galaxy UNYCO represents a giant leap in DCO (Damage Control Orthopedics). It is based on uni-cortical bone anchorage screws, designed for a minimally invasive approach and fewer steps in the operative technique, which may optimize surgical time and result in cost savings.
FEATURES & BENEFITS
• Designed to avoid contamination of the medullary canal
• Designed to facilitate conversion from temporary to definitive fixation
• Modularity, compatible with Galaxy Fixation System for spanning knee and ankle
• Ideal for DCO (Damage Control Orthopaedics) in ready-to-use sterile kit
• MRI conditional up to 1.5 and 3 T (refer to the relevant IFU for MRI safety information and indications for use)
• Stability by clustering minimum 3 uni-cortical screws together
• Versatility and ease of use
• Torque limited insertion for screw application
PHYSICIAN BENEFITS
• Fewer steps in the operative technique
• Designed to facilitate conversion from temporary to definitive fixation
• Torque limited insertion for screw application
• Ease of use
PATIENT BENEFITS
• Designed for a minimally invasive approach
• Fewer steps in the operative technique
• In case of polytrauma and emergency situations, quick fracture stabilization procedures may influence positively the lifesaving outcomes
HOSPITAL BENEFITS
• Sterile packs provide cost savings and a simple, comprehensive stock management while helping with accurate budget planning
• Designed to allow for a minimally invasive approach which may optimize OR time and result in cost savings
• The sterile kit leads to:
â—‹ No sterilization costs
â—‹ Easy inventory management
â—‹ Easy traceability management (http://orthofix.com)
