Description

Osmium is a cervical plate system designed for anterior spinal stabilization. The implant immobilizes the fusion segment until bone graft consolidation occurs. A key feature of the system is monocortical fixation using the Osmium screw, which consists of a primary screw and an expansion screw that deploys as it is tightened. This expansion mechanism enhances stability and maximizes screw retention, even in patients with compromised bone quality. Alternatively, cancellous screws allow for monocortical or bicortical fixation. Different screw types can be combined as needed.

Indications

Instabilities caused by various conditions, including those resulting from prior anterior discectomy, fractures, tumors, or pseudoarthrosis following unsuccessful previous cervical spine surgeries.

Advantages

Safe:

• The Osmium expandable screw provides backup protection.
• Enhanced anchorage in reduced-quality bone.
• Reliable fixation in revision surgeries.
• Bicortical fixation with cancellous bone screws.

Anatomical:

• Preformed plate design.
• The plate can be further contoured intraoperatively.
• Smooth surface with fully seated screws to help prevent soft tissue irritation.

Simple:

• Plate fixation using Osmium reduction instruments.
• Color-coded Osmium screws.
• The Osmium system can be used with monocortical or bicortical fixation.

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