Orthopedic Bonding Material
Item Name Code (INC) 51643
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A self-bonding solvent type item designed to be used for preparing splint materials. May include an applicator brush which is applied to areas, such as the hand or foot, to be bonded with a heat gun and pressed together to form a strong permanent bond. Excludes BANDAGE,CAST,PLASTER OF PARIS IMPREGNATED and SPLINTING MATERIAL,ORTHOPEDIC.
Additional Information for Orthopedic Bonding Material
Orthopedic bonding materials are substances used in orthopedic surgery to bond or adhere bone fragments or implants together. These materials are typically used to promote bone healing and stability. They can be classified into two main categories:
1. Bone Cement: Bone cement is a commonly used orthopedic bonding material. It is a mixture of a polymer powder and a liquid monomer that forms a solid material when mixed together. Bone cement is used to fix implants, such as joint replacements or bone plates, to the surrounding bone. It provides immediate stability and allows for early weight-bearing.
2. Bone Graft Substitutes: Bone graft substitutes are materials used to fill bone defects or promote bone regeneration. They can be synthetic or derived from natural sources. Synthetic bone graft substitutes include ceramics, calcium phosphate compounds, and bioactive glasses. These materials provide a scaffold for new bone growth. Natural bone graft substitutes can be derived from human or animal sources, such as demineralized bone matrix or bone morphogenetic proteins.
Orthopedic bonding materials are essential in orthopedic surgery as they help in achieving proper bone healing, stability, and fixation. They play a crucial role in the success of various orthopedic procedures, such as joint replacements, fracture fixation, and spinal fusion surgeries.
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- 93-9-17-88 FS
- RNCC: 5 | RNVC: 1 | DAC: 4
- LS778B24B
- RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | DAC: 6