Product Description
Guided growth can harness the robust potential of a child's growth plate to correct angular deformities. The new eight-Plate from Orthofix is a minimally invasive, secure implant that allows speedy postoperative recovery with immediate weight bearing. The eight-Plate uses two holes and diverging screws to function like a hinge and avoid growth plate compression. It gently guides the natural growth process and restores limb alignment without the need for invasive osteotomy.
Indication
Gradual correction of pediatric deformities in upper and lower extremities:
- Cubitus varus (post supracondylar fracture)
- Knee valgus, varus, oblique plane, flexion deformity, recurvatum
- Ankle valgus
Surgeon Benefits
- Simple outpatient procedure with no cast required.
- Contoured two-hole plate bends for anatomic fit and flexibility during unilateral growth.
- Central pilot hole for accurate placement over the physis.
- Diverging screws function like a hinge to gently guide natural growth.
- Fully threaded cannulated screws resist pull out forces and allow easy removal after treatment.
Surgeon Support Materials
Case Study:
- Case Study: The use of the Orthofix Guided Growth Plate to Correct Severe Bow Legs Without Cutting the Bones
- Case Study: Genu Valgum - Dysplasia
- Case Study: Genu Varum - Dysplasia
Brochure: * Protected PDF files: You will not be able to copy or print.
- eight-Plate Sell Sheet(EP-0501(A)-PL-E0) (PDF 306KB)
Clinical References:
- IPOS Poster Presentation, 2005 Full Text Article (PDF 550KB)
Patient Benefits
- Minimally invasive and avoids cutting the bone
- No cast required
- Immediate weight bearing
Patient Support Materials
Case Study:
- Case Study: The use of the Orthofix Guided Growth Plate to Correct Severe Bow Legs Without Cutting the Bones
- Case Study: Genu Valgum - Dysplasia
- Case Study: Genu Varum - Dysplasia
Brochure: * Protected PDF files: You will not be able to copy or print.
- eight-Plate Sell Sheet(EP-0501(A)-PL-E0) (PDF 306KB)
Part Reference Numbers
| PART NO. | Description |
|---|---|
| GP200 | eight-Plate, Guided Growth Plate 12 mm |
| GP400 | eight-Plate, Guided Growth Plate 16 mm |
| GP224 | eight-Plate, Guided Growth Plate screw 24 mm |
| GP432 | eight-Plate, Guided Growth Plate screw 32 mm |
| GP116 | eight-Plate Screw, 16 mm |
| GP200K | eight-Plate, Guided Growth Plate Kit, includes 12 mm eight-Plate and 24 mm screws, non-sterile |
| GP400K | eight-Plate, Guided Growth Plate Kit, includes 16 mm eight-Plate and 32 mm screws, non-sterile |
| 10012 | Allen Wrench, 3 mm |
| 11006 | Drill Stop, 3 mm |
| 11013A | Cannulated Drill Bit, 3.2 mm Dia. 150 mm |
| 11116 | Drill Guide, 80 mm |
| 13715 | K-Wire, 1.5 mm Dia. 150 mm |
| GP500 | Steri-Tray Kit |
| GP501 | Empty Steri-Tray |
| GP510 | Screwdriver, eight-Plate 3.5 mm cannulated |
| W1207I | Threaded Tip Guide Wire |
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