Device Dossier

ACS Double Taper - Bicompartmental knee prosthesis

Device Dossier for ACS Double Taper - Bicompartmental knee prosthesis (Bicompartmental knee prosthesis, Class III, sponsor Life Healthcare). ARTG record,…

Intended purpose

A double tapered adapter component of the ACS knee system. The ACS Knee System is indicated, if - severe joint destruction with significant impairment where other therapeutic measures are not more promising. - severe joint pain due to degenerative or rheumatoid arthritis, joint fractures or bone necrosis. - post-operative conditions after previous surgery with or without the use of implants.

Functional description

Connection piece for the use of femoral stem extensions. Femorally, it is possible to apply an offset, whereas the offset is freely adjustable within 360° in each case. The adapters feature a double cone design and the fixation of the offset position is achieved by pressing the cones between the stem and the femoral component. Constructed from TiAl6v4 alloy.

TGA Public Summary