Orthopaedic bone pin, non-bioabsorbable

Intended purpose

Wires to be used for the stabilisation of a bone fracture or bone grafts, or for an osteotomy or arthrodesis (internal and external fixation). It is in addition be intended to assist with the introduction of a surgical instrument and/or implant; it is not intended for implantation into the intramedullary canal (i.e., not a nail). It is made of a non-bioabsorbable material. Some designs have a break-off shank and/or be coated to improve long-term fixation. This is a single-use device.