The development history of bone plates can be traced back to the early 20th century. Here are the key milestones related to bone plates.
DCP (Dynamic Compression Plate)
DCP plate was one of the early bone plate developed in the 1950s by Swiss surgeons Armand Grüntzig and Maxime Lück. Its design focused on promoting healing by compressing the fracture site. DCP had a trapezoidal cross-sectional design with fixed screw holes. However, these holes did not lock the screws. So, they required additional compression devices to apply pressure.
Till today, DCP plate is still used as a conventional option. For the cases surgeons will choose it where more advanced plating systems are not readily available.
LC-DCP (Limited Contact-DCP)
LC-DCP plate was introduced in the 1970s by Swiss surgeons Armand Grüntzig and Maxime Lück. Compared to DCP, LC-DCP can decrease the risk of compromised blood supply by fewer points of contact and interaction reduction between bone and the plate. The locking screws were introduced to enhance the stability of the fracture site.
PC-DCP (Titanium Locking Compression Plate)
From the late 1990s to the early 2000s, titanium alloy was first introduced to bone plates. It became more common in orthopedic bone plates because of its higher strength and bio-compatibility. Ttitanium alloy can reduce the plate weight and increase strength at the same time. It makes surgical procedures more convenient.
Although Lyntop Medical don’t have registered DCP, LC-DCP and PC-DCP products, we can offer OEM services for your brands.
LCP (Locking Compression Plate)
LCP was developed in the early 21st century. As a more modern trauma system, its design allows screws to lock into the plate surface. So it can provide enhanced stability. The materials and design allow surgeons to more precisely repair fractures, reduce the risk of compromised blood supply and improve the healing process.
Most of the bone plates Lyntop Medical offers belong to LCP design. OEM services is always welcome.
LISS (Less Invasive Stabilization System)
LISS is a relatively new trauma fixation system designed in the early 21st century. It includes an external fracture stabilizer and corresponding plates. LISS aims to achieve fracture fixation with smaller incisions and reduced trauma. Thereby, LISS can improve the surgical process and post-operative recovery.
Lyntop Medical offers some LISS plates. OEM service is always welcome.
In summary, the technological development of bone plates has evolved from early DCP to modern LCP and LISS systems. These innovations have improved surgical outcomes, reduced post-operative discomfort for patients and promoted faster recovery.