Veterinary Locking X-Plate 2.0 mm for Compact Cross Pattern Bone Fixation in Small Animals

Description

The veterinary locking X-plate 2.0 mm is a compact orthopedic fixation implant specifically engineered for cross-pattern stabilization in small animal surgical applications. Designed exclusively for veterinary use, this implant features a distinctive X-shaped configuration with four symmetrically arranged locking holes, providing multidirectional fixation within a minimal footprint. Its geometry allows uniform force distribution across intersecting bone planes, making it particularly effective in small, complex skeletal regions.

This veterinary locking X-plate utilizes a 2.0 mm fixed-angle locking system, ensuring that each screw locks directly into the plate to create a stable, unified construct. This mechanism eliminates reliance on plate-to-bone compression, preserving periosteal blood supply and supporting consistent biological healing. The rigid screw-plate interface enhances resistance to torsional and shear forces, which is essential when stabilizing small bones subjected to multidirectional stress.

With an overall length of 11 mm, the implant is optimized for localized fixation where space constraints limit the use of longer plates. The four-hole X-configuration allows surgeons to secure bone fragments from multiple directions while maintaining precise alignment. This design is especially useful in cases involving small bone fractures, corrective osteotomies, or stabilization of intersecting fracture lines where conventional linear plates may be insufficient.

The low-profile contour of the veterinary locking X-plate minimizes soft tissue irritation and supports atraumatic placement. Smoothly contoured edges and precisely machined locking holes enhance intraoperative handling and reduce the risk of soft tissue damage. These features are critical in veterinary procedures, where minimizing surgical trauma directly influences post-operative recovery and patient comfort.

The symmetrical layout of the X-plate enables flexible screw placement strategies, allowing surgeons to adapt fixation angles based on fracture geometry and bone quality. This versatility makes the implant suitable for a range of small animal orthopedic procedures requiring compact yet stable fixation solutions.

Veterinary locking X-plates are commonly used in fracture stabilization, reconstructive bone surgery, and corrective alignment procedures involving small skeletal structures. Manufactured exclusively for veterinary orthopedic use, the 2.0 mm locking X-plate integrates seamlessly with standard veterinary locking screw systems. Its compact design, angular stability, and cross-pattern fixation capability make it a reliable choice for veterinary clinics and hospitals managing advanced small animal orthopedic cases.