Clinical Indications in Orthopedic Trauma The 3.5mm cortical screw self-tappingis indicated for trauma reconstruction and internal fixation of diaphyseal and metaphyseal fractures in small long bones:
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Forearm Fractures: Diaphyseal radius and ulna shaft fractures, including compression plating of simple transverse and short oblique fractures.
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Ankle & Fibula Fixation: Lateral malleolus Weber A, B, and C fractures using 1/3 tubular or anatomical distal fibula plates; syndesmotic reduction screws.
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Independent Lag Screw Fixation: Interfragmentary lag screw placement across spiral or oblique fractures of the humerus, fibula, metacarpals, or metatarsals prior to neutralisation plating.
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Clavicle & Scapular Fractures: Midshaft clavicle fractures requiring rigid non-locking dynamic compression.
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Pelvic & Foot Surgery: Calcaneal reconstruction, pelvic rim stabilization, and midfoot arthrodesis procedures.