Lateral Distal Humerus Locking Plate With Hook for 5–17 Hole Elbow Fixation

Lateral Distal Humerus Locking Plate With Hook, SKU PS-O-452, is an orthopedic implant plate manufactured in stainless steel and titanium options for fixation of distal humerus fractures, lateral column injuries, periarticular elbow reconstruction, supracondylar fracture stabilization, corrective osteotomy support, and selected veterinary orthopedic procedures. The plate range includes 5, 7, 9, 11, 13, 15, and 17 hole left and right configurations, with compatibility for Ø4.0mm, Ø3.5mm, Ø2.7mm, and Ø2.3mm screw systems. The listed profile includes 2.5mm thickness and 10.0mm width, supporting plate selection for distal humeral anatomy and lateral column fixation planning. The visible design includes a curved shaft, distal hook extension, clustered distal screw holes, elongated shaft openings, and a positioning slot for controlled placement before final screw insertion. 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.

Hook Plate Geometry for Lateral Column Fixation

The hook design supports distal fragment capture by providing a dedicated end geometry for the lateral distal humerus region. Its contoured shaft follows the lateral column so fixation can extend from the periarticular segment into the metaphyseal and diaphyseal support zone. The distal hook assists controlled positioning around the lateral column and helps maintain plate orientation while screws are placed into short distal bone stock. Multiple distal holes allow screw distribution across the capitellar, supracondylar, and lateral metaphyseal regions, while shaft holes provide fixation along the proximal humeral cortex. The elongated slot is used during initial placement so the surgeon can adjust plate height and rotation before locking the final construct. Countersunk openings allow screw heads to seat within the implant surface and reduce profile after final tightening. The plate works as a fixed-angle construct when compatible locking screws engage the implant holes, which is clinically useful in comminution, periarticular injury, osteoporotic bone, and short-fragment fixation where compression alone gives limited purchase.

Distal Humerus Fracture and Elbow Reconstruction Workflow

In operative workflow, the plate is introduced after exposure, articular reduction, provisional fixation, and assessment of the lateral column fracture pattern. During distal humerus fracture fixation, the hook head is positioned over the distal lateral segment while the shaft is aligned along the lateral humeral cortex. The positioning slot can be used first to hold the implant during fluoroscopic confirmation, allowing fine adjustment before final screw sequence. Distal screws capture the periarticular fragment and help maintain the relationship between the capitellar region, supracondylar segment, and lateral column. Shaft screws then secure the construct proximally and distribute load across the metaphyseal transition. In intercondylar or bicolumnar injuries, this implant can be used as part of a dual-column fixation strategy when the medial side also requires stabilization. In corrective osteotomy, the plate maintains the planned alignment after bone repositioning. Veterinary orthopedic teams can apply the same fixation principles when limb size, screw diameter, and plate length match the selected repair plan.

Selection Across Left, Right, and Hole-Count Options

The 5 hole left or right configuration is selected for compact distal lateral column fractures where limited shaft purchase is adequate. The 7 hole option provides added working length for routine periarticular elbow trauma with moderate metaphyseal extension. The 9 hole plate supports additional proximal fixation when comminution extends beyond the distal segment. The 11 hole configuration is selected for longer fracture lines, osteotomy stabilization, and cases requiring wider distribution along the humeral shaft. The 13 hole version supports extended reconstruction when the surgeon needs longer bridging across the metaphyseal-diaphyseal transition. The 15 and 17 hole configurations are selected for complex trauma, revision fixation, segmental instability, and larger veterinary orthopedic constructs. Left and right versions are chosen according to the treated limb because distal humeral anatomy and hook orientation are side-specific. Ø4.0mm and Ø3.5mm screws support larger fixation points, while Ø2.7mm and Ø2.3mm screws assist smaller distal fragments and compact screw trajectories.

Implant Material, Sterile Handling, and Compliance

Stainless steel provides rigid fixation behavior and familiar handling for orthopedic trauma inventories, while titanium offers an alternate implant material for facilities managing mixed fixation systems. The smooth machined implant finish supports 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. The 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 left/right configuration selection, hole-count planning, replacement inventory, and distributor catalog requirements.

How does Lateral Distal Humerus Locking Plate With Hook differ from a standard lateral distal humerus locking plate?
Lateral Distal Humerus Locking Plate With Hook includes a distal hook extension for added positional control around the lateral column. A standard lateral distal humerus locking plate uses a contoured distal cluster and shaft holes but does not provide the same hook-based distal engagement. The hook version is selected when the surgeon needs additional support for short periarticular fragments, lateral column purchase, or complex distal fixation planning. The standard version is used when the fracture pattern can be stabilized with clustered distal screws and shaft fixation alone. Lateral Distal Humerus Locking Plate With Hook combines side-specific contouring, distal fragment capture, and shaft extension in one construct. The clinically relevant difference is the hook head geometry and its role during distal humeral fixation.

Which left, right, and hole-count option should be selected?
Lateral Distal Humerus Locking Plate With Hook is supplied in left and right configurations across 5, 7, 9, 11, 13, 15, and 17 hole planning options. The 5 and 7 hole plates are selected for compact lateral column fractures and shorter metaphyseal constructs. The 9 and 11 hole plates support moderate extension, comminution, and osteotomy stabilization where additional shaft purchase is required. The 13, 15, and 17 hole options are selected for longer fracture patterns, revision fixation, complex trauma, and larger veterinary orthopedic constructs. Left or right selection follows the treated limb because hook orientation and plate contour must match the lateral distal humeral anatomy. Screw diameter selection is guided by fragment size, bone stock, trajectory planning, and the fixation system used in the operating room.

How do CE, ISO 13485, and FDA details support procurement?
Lateral Distal Humerus Locking Plate With Hook 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 $19.80 price, one-piece MOQ, OEM availability, and one-year warranty framework support replacement inventory and distal humerus fixation tray planning.

How are the hook head, locking holes, and positioning slot used intraoperatively?
The hook head is oriented toward the distal lateral column after fracture reduction and provisional fixation have been checked. The elongated positioning slot can be used early so the surgeon can adjust plate height, rotation, and shaft alignment before completing the screw sequence. Locking holes accept compatible screws that engage the plate and create angular stability across the distal and shaft segments. Distal screws capture the periarticular fragment, while shaft screws secure the construct along the lateral humeral cortex. Lateral Distal Humerus Locking Plate With Hook is applied under direct visualization and fluoroscopic confirmation before final tightening. Final assessment includes screw length, trajectory, elbow motion clearance, reduction stability, and implant seating.

What should hospitals and distributors consider before ordering this implant?
Hospitals should select Lateral Distal Humerus Locking Plate With Hook 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 are managed through 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 hole-count 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.