Lateral Distal Humerus Locking Plate with 5–15 Hole Distal Humerus Fixation

Lateral Distal Humerus Locking Plate, SKU PS-O-402, is an orthopedic implant plate manufactured in stainless steel and titanium options for fixation of distal humerus fractures, periarticular elbow injuries, metaphyseal reconstruction, corrective osteotomy stabilization, supracondylar fracture management, and selected veterinary orthopedic procedures. The available configurations include 5 holes right, 5 holes left, 7 holes right, 7 holes left, 9 holes right, 9 holes left, 11 holes right, 11 holes left, 13 holes right, 13 holes left, 15 holes right, and 15 holes left, giving the surgeon side-specific selection across short and extended distal humeral constructs. The plate is designed with a curved shaft, multiple countersunk screw holes, distal cluster fixation, and an elongated positioning slot for controlled placement before final screw insertion. It supports Ø4.0mm, Ø3.5mm, Ø2.7mm, and Ø2.3mm screw systems with a listed 2.5mm thickness and 10.0mm width profile. Orthopedic trauma surgeons, elbow reconstruction specialists, hospitals, clinics, distributors, and veterinary orthopedic teams can use this implant within CE, ISO 13485, and FDA-compliant procurement workflows.

Distal Humerus Plate Geometry and Screw-Hole Control

The plate geometry follows the lateral column of the distal humerus, allowing the shaft to sit along the metaphyseal and diaphyseal transition while the distal cluster provides fixation near the periarticular segment. The curved profile helps match the anatomic contour of the lateral distal humeral surface, reducing the need for excessive intraoperative adaptation during elbow fracture reconstruction. Multiple round screw holes along the shaft support sequential fixation across the proximal segment, while the distal hole pattern allows the surgeon to capture short fragments near the capitellum, lateral column, supracondylar region, and metaphyseal zone. The elongated slot is used early during placement so the implant can be adjusted before final screw tightening. Countersunk holes help seat screw heads within the plate surface, reducing prominence after fixation. The left and right configurations are clinically relevant because lateral distal humerus anatomy is side-specific. This structure supports stable angular fixation when comminution, metaphyseal bone quality, or short fragment length limits standard compression plating.

Elbow Fracture Fixation and Reconstruction Workflow

In operative workflow, the implant is introduced after exposure, fracture assessment, articular reduction, provisional fixation, and fluoroscopic planning have established the reconstruction strategy. For lateral column distal humerus fractures, the distal section is positioned over the periarticular fragment while the shaft follows the lateral humeral cortex. The oblong slot can be used first for provisional placement, allowing the surgeon to refine plate height, rotation, and shaft alignment before completing distal screw fixation. In supracondylar and intercondylar fracture patterns, this plate may be combined with medial column fixation when dual-column stability is required. During corrective osteotomy, it helps maintain the planned relationship between the distal segment and humeral shaft after angular correction. In comminuted metaphyseal injuries, locking fixation supports construct stability where screw purchase must be distributed across multiple fragments. Veterinary orthopedic teams can apply the same fixation principles when bone size, screw diameter, and plate length match the planned elbow or distal humeral repair. Final workflow includes screw trajectory checks, range-of-motion assessment, irrigation, and closure.

Selection Across 5, 7, 9, 11, 13, and 15 Hole Options

The 5 hole configuration is selected for compact distal humeral fractures where the proximal segment requires limited shaft fixation and the soft-tissue envelope favors a shorter construct. The 7 hole plate provides added working length for lateral column injuries requiring more proximal purchase without using an extended implant. The 9 hole option supports moderate fracture extension, metaphyseal comminution, and reconstructive cases where additional shaft screws improve load distribution. The 11 hole configuration is used when the fracture line extends proximally or when osteotomy stabilization requires a longer bridging segment. The 13 hole plate supports extended distal humerus reconstruction, segmental instability, and cases requiring broader distribution along the humeral shaft. The 15 hole option provides the longest span for complex trauma, revision fixation, and selected veterinary repairs involving larger bone geometry. Left and right models are selected according to the treated limb. Ø4.0mm and Ø3.5mm screws support larger fixation points, while Ø2.7mm and Ø2.3mm screws assist smaller distal fragments.

Implant Material, Surface Finish, and Procurement Documentation

Stainless steel provides rigid fixation behavior and familiar handling for orthopedic trauma inventories, while titanium offers an alternative implant material for facilities managing mixed plating systems. The smooth machined surface and countersunk screw holes support controlled screw seating, intraoperative handling, and inspection during tray preparation. The listed 2.5mm thickness and 10.0mm width give procurement teams a defined profile reference for distal humerus fixation planning. This implant is managed through validated hospital implant handling, packaging, and sterilization processes before use. After implantation, removal, contamination outside the sterile field, or loss of sterile integrity, the plate is not returned to reusable instrument circulation. CE marking, ISO 13485 manufacturing controls, and FDA procurement context support purchasing files for hospitals, clinics, distributors, and orthopedic supply departments. The one-piece MOQ, OEM availability, one-year warranty framework, and return or replacement support help procurement teams manage elbow fixation inventory, left/right configuration selection, and replacement planning for operating room implant sets.

How does Lateral Distal Humerus Locking Plate differ from a straight locking compression plate?
Lateral Distal Humerus Locking Plate is shaped for the lateral column and distal metaphyseal region of the humerus. A straight locking compression plate has a linear profile and is typically used where shaft alignment is the main fixation requirement. The distal humerus plate provides side-specific left and right options, a curved shaft, and clustered distal screw placement for periarticular fixation. A straight plate offers less dedicated support around the capitellar and supracondylar region. Lateral Distal Humerus Locking Plate is selected when the fracture pattern requires lateral column control, short distal fragment capture, and angular stability near the elbow joint. The clinically relevant difference is anatomic contour, distal screw distribution, and side-specific fixation strategy.

Which hole count should be selected for distal humerus fixation?
Lateral Distal Humerus Locking Plate is available across 5, 7, 9, 11, 13, and 15 hole configurations. The 5 hole version is selected for compact lateral column fractures where limited proximal shaft purchase is sufficient. The 7 and 9 hole options support moderate metaphyseal extension, periarticular reconstruction, and routine elbow trauma plating. The 11 and 13 hole configurations provide longer shaft fixation for comminution, osteotomy stabilization, or extended fracture lines. The 15 hole plate is selected for complex trauma, revision fixation, and longer bridging constructs. Left and right models are chosen according to the treated limb, while screw diameter selection is guided by fragment size, distal bone stock, and planned fixation trajectory.

How do CE, ISO 13485, and FDA details support procurement?
Lateral Distal Humerus Locking Plate is supplied with CE, ISO 13485, and FDA procurement context for orthopedic implant purchasing. CE marking supports conformity documentation for healthcare markets requiring European medical device references. ISO 13485 indicates manufacturing under a medical device quality management system with controlled production and traceability. FDA procurement context supports hospitals, clinics, and distributors serving United States orthopedic supply channels. These details assist tender submissions, vendor onboarding, operating room inventory approval, and distributor catalog documentation. The $15.40 price, one-piece MOQ, OEM availability, and one-year warranty framework support both replacement inventory and distal humerus fixation tray planning.

How are the locking holes and positioning slot used intraoperatively?
The elongated positioning slot is used early in placement to allow plate adjustment before final fixation. The surgeon can insert a provisional screw through the slot, assess alignment under fluoroscopy, and refine plate position against the lateral distal humerus. The locking holes accept compatible screws that engage the implant and create angular stability. Distal screw placement captures the periarticular and metaphyseal fragment, while shaft screws stabilize the construct along the humeral cortex. Lateral Distal Humerus Locking Plate uses left and right geometry to maintain proper orientation during this sequence. Final tightening is performed after reduction, screw length, trajectory, and elbow motion clearance have been checked.

What should hospitals and distributors consider before ordering this implant?
Hospitals should select Lateral Distal Humerus Locking Plate according to side, hole count, material preference, screw system, and distal humerus fracture workload. Stainless steel and titanium options allow procurement teams to align ordering with existing orthopedic implant protocols. Unused plates should be managed according to validated implant handling, packaging, and sterilization workflows before surgery. After implantation or sterile-field contamination, the plate is treated as a single-use implant and is not returned to reusable tray circulation. Distributors can stock left and right configurations across the 5–15 hole range to support trauma, reconstruction, veterinary, and teaching hospital demand. The one-piece MOQ, carton-box packing, OEM availability, warranty framework, and return or replacement service support practical inventory planning.