2.7 mm Osteotomy Set – Small Fragment Locking Plate Instrument Kit

The 2.7 mm Osteotomy Set – Small Fragment Locking Plate Instrument Kit is a specialized orthopedic surgical instrument system designed to support osteotomy and small fragment bone fixation procedures. The set provides essential instrumentation for preparing bone, positioning compatible locking plates, drilling, measuring, tapping, and inserting orthopedic screws. It is intended for use by qualified orthopedic surgeons and surgical teams performing procedures that require precise small fragment fixation.

The 2.7mm system is commonly used when a smaller fixation platform is appropriate for the patient’s anatomy and the specific surgical objective. A dedicated osteotomy instrument set allows the surgical team to perform controlled bone preparation while maintaining compatibility with the selected small fragment locking plate system. The exact instruments and implants required should always be determined according to the patient’s anatomy, bone quality, osteotomy location, and surgeon’s technique.

The locking plate instrumentation is designed to support the use of compatible 2.7mm locking plates and screws. Locking screw technology creates a fixed-angle connection between the screw and threaded plate hole, which can help maintain the intended relationship between the implant and bone when the system is correctly applied. This can be particularly useful in fixation constructs where stable angular fixation is required.

Osteotomy procedures require careful planning and accurate bone preparation. Depending on the clinical application, an osteotomy may be performed to correct alignment, modify bone geometry, address deformity, or facilitate reconstruction. The instruments in this kit can support the preparation and fixation stages of such procedures, while the specific osteotomy technique remains dependent on the surgical indication and the surgeon’s established protocol.

Precision is particularly important when working with small fragment orthopedic implants. Drill guides and related instrumentation help establish appropriate drilling trajectories, while depth measurement and tapping instruments can assist with selecting and preparing the correct screw configuration. Proper instrument-to-implant compatibility should always be verified before surgery.

The instruments should be manufactured and handled to maintain the accuracy of their working surfaces, tips, threads, measurement markings, and driver interfaces. Instruments should not be subjected to inappropriate bending, impact, or excessive force. Before each procedure, the surgical team should inspect the set for damage, deformation, corrosion, worn cutting edges, or other conditions that could affect performance.

Following surgical use, the instruments should undergo thorough cleaning to remove blood, tissue, bone debris, and other contaminants. Particular attention should be given to threaded components, narrow openings, serrations, and other areas where biological material may accumulate. Reprocessing should follow the manufacturer’s validated cleaning and sterilization instructions.

Sterilization should be performed using an appropriate validated method for reusable surgical instruments. The healthcare facility’s infection-control procedures should also be followed. Proper cleaning, inspection, maintenance, and sterilization can help preserve the functional performance and service life of the instrumentation.

The 2.7mm Osteotomy Set provides orthopedic professionals with a dedicated small fragment instrumentation platform for compatible locking plate fixation and osteotomy procedures. By combining bone preparation and implant-placement instruments in one system, the kit supports an organized surgical workflow for procedures requiring precise small fragment orthopedic fixation.

Key Features

• 2.7mm small fragment orthopedic instrument set
• Designed for osteotomy and bone fixation procedures
• Supports compatible 2.7mm locking plate systems
• Instruments for drilling and bone preparation
• Supports screw measurement and depth assessment
• Includes instrumentation for tapping and screw placement
• Designed for fixed-angle locking plate techniques
• Suitable for precise small fragment orthopedic procedures
• Supports controlled preparation of bone for implant fixation
• Reusable surgical instrumentation when properly maintained
• Designed for professional orthopedic operating-room use
• Compatibility should be verified with the selected implant system

Product Specifications

FAQs

What is a 2.7mm Osteotomy Set used for?

A 2.7mm Osteotomy Set is used to support orthopedic osteotomy and small fragment fixation procedures requiring compatible 2.7mm locking plate systems.

What does 2.7mm mean in orthopedic fixation?

The 2.7mm designation refers to the compatible small fragment fixation system and is generally associated with the corresponding screw and instrumentation dimensions.

What instruments are used during an osteotomy procedure?

Depending on the procedure, orthopedic osteotomy instrumentation may include drill guides, drills, depth gauges, taps, screwdrivers, plate positioning tools, and other bone preparation instruments.

Is this set compatible with 2.7mm locking plates?

The set is designed to support compatible 2.7mm small fragment locking plate systems. Exact compatibility should be confirmed with the specific plate and screw manufacturer.

What are locking plates used for in orthopedic surgery?

Locking plates use threaded plate holes and compatible locking screws to create a fixed-angle relationship between the implant and screws, supporting stable fixation constructs when appropriately selected and applied.

Can this kit be used for bone deformity correction?

Osteotomy procedures can be used for selected bone alignment or deformity correction procedures. The appropriate technique and implant configuration depend on the patient’s anatomy and the surgeon’s treatment plan.

Are these orthopedic instruments reusable?

Reusable instruments can be reused when they are designed for repeated surgical use and are properly cleaned, inspected, maintained, and sterilized according to validated manufacturer instructions.

How should the 2.7mm osteotomy instruments be sterilized?

The instruments should be cleaned and sterilized using a validated process appropriate for their design and material. Always follow manufacturer reprocessing instructions and institutional infection-control protocols.