Orthofix Medical. has been granted a patent for a bone plate featuring two lobed portions and a central linking portion. The design includes through-holes for fasteners and specific thickness measurements, with maximum thickness at the lobes of 1.5-2.3 mm and a minimum of 1.3-1.7 mm for the linking portion. GlobalData’s report on Orthofix Medical gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Bone plate with lobed portions and central linking portion
The patent US11986226B2 describes a novel bone plate designed for orthopedic applications. The bone plate features two lobed portions, each equipped with a through-hole for fastener insertion, and a central linking portion that connects these lobes. Notably, the lobed portions exhibit a cross-sectional thickness that tapers from the central linking portion towards their respective ends, with a maximum thickness of approximately 1.5-2.3 mm at the junction with the central portion and a minimum thickness of 1.3-1.7 mm in the central linking area. The design includes an arched cross-sectional profile for each lobed portion, with the lower surface's radius of curvature being greater than that of the upper surface. Additionally, the lower surface of the lobes is inclined towards the upper surface, and a recess with an arched profile is present in the central linking portion.
Further features of the bone plate include its symmetrical design about a central plane, rounded perimetral edges, and a flat upper surface in the central linking portion, while other surfaces are curved in at least one direction. The maximum thickness of the plate is specified to be between one-twelfth to one-eighth of its maximum length, enhancing its structural integrity and functionality. This innovative design aims to improve the performance and adaptability of bone plates in surgical applications, potentially leading to better patient outcomes in orthopedic procedures.
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