Trauma
The longstanding cooperation between the AO Technical Commission and DePuy Synthes has resulted in the development of numerous implants and instruments to address specific clinical problems. Over the past decade, this joint work has delivered over 200 innovative solutions, each of which makes a contribution to improving patient care and outcomes in the treatment of trauma and musculoskeletal disorders.
The AO Technical Commission occasionally collaborates with other industrial partners on "off-ramp" projects to address specific unmet clinical needs. The first "off ramp" projects received AO approval in 2022.
Most recently approved solutions in Trauma:
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MAXFRAME AUTOSTRUT™
Introducing the first-of-its-kind fully automated hexapod ring-fixation system.
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Biphasic Plate Distal Femur
Designed to provide suitable flexibility for healing and increased implant strength for early full weight bearing.
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3.5 mm Intrapelvic Acetabular System
A new precontoured implant for superior anatomical fit and a set of instruments resulting in reduced surgical complexity.
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Distal Radius Nail
AO's Development Incubator facilitated the development of an intramedullary implant for extra-articular distal radius fractures.
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Deformity Analysis and Osteotomy Planning Tool
First fully automated 2D osteotomy planning tool based on long leg radiographs in the coronal plane.
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Cannulated Screw System CSS+
Improving cutting performance and facilitating accurate screw insertion.