OSS Low Profile Proximal Femoral Component - Uncoated hip femur prosthesis, modular

Intended purpose

OSS Low Profile Proximal Femurs are part of the Biomet OSS Orthopaedic Salvage System, and is indicated for: 1.Painful and disabled joint resulting from avascular necrosis, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, or traumatic arthritis. 2. Correction of varus, valgus, or posttraumatic deformity. 3. Correction or revision of unsuccessful osteotomy, arthrodesis, or previous joint replacement. 4. Ligament deficiencies. 5. Tumor resections. 6. Treatment of non-unions, femoral neck fracture, and trochanteric fractures of the proximal femur with head involvement, unmanageable using other techniques. 7. Revision of previously failed total joint arthroplasty. 8. Trauma.

Functional description

OSS Low Profile Proximal Femur features a low profile design for smaller patients with 15 degrees of anteversion. Replaces a minimum of 7 cm of the proximal femur. OsseoTi cylindrical, platform, or conical augments taper fit to the distal portion to promote biological fixation through tissue ingrowth. Made from Ti-6Al-4V alloy. Intended for uncemented use.