Device Dossier
Prosthesis Head B - Metallic femoral head prosthesis
Device Dossier for Prosthesis Head B - Metallic femoral head prosthesis (Metallic femoral head prosthesis, Class III, sponsor Link Orthopaedics). ARTG…
- GMDN category: Metallic femoral head prosthesis
Intended purpose
Metal Head prosthesis indicated for use in treatment of mobility-limiting diseases, fractures or defects which cannot be treated by conservative or osteosynthetic procedures • Primary and secondary coxarthrosis • Osteoarthritis • Necrosis of the femoral head • Femoral neck fractures • Revision after implant loosening
Functional description
The metallic femoral prosthesis head replaces in combination with femoral stem and acetabular components the diseased hip joint. Key functional elements: - CoCrMo alloy material - 12/14 mm taper connection for modular femoral stems - Different head diameters - Different head neck length for optimal adjustment