Synthes 423.56 3.5mm Ti LC-DCP Plate 6 Holes/77mm

Synthes Ti LC-DCP | 6-Hole | 77mm | 423.56

The Synthes 423.56 is a high-performance internal fixation implant engineered for the management of fractures in small-to-medium bones. As a 6-hole plate measuring 77mm in length, it is a foundational component of the Synthes 3.5mm Small Fragment System. This plate is specifically designed for procedures in the forearm, fibula, and pelvis, providing the rigid stabilization of a standard DCP with a "limited contact" geometry that prioritizes bone health.

Constructed from implant-grade Titanium, the 423.56 offers an exceptional strength-to-weight ratio and a modulus of elasticity that more closely mimics human bone than stainless steel. This helps mitigate "stress shielding" and reduces the risk of hardware-related inflammatory responses.

Key Specifications

• Manufacturer: Synthes (DePuy Synthes)

• Model / REF: 423.56

• Material: Titanium (Ti)

• Plate Type: LC-DCP (Limited Contact Dynamic Compression Plate)

• Hole Count: 6 Holes

• Overall Length: 77 mm

• Plate Thickness: 3.3 mm (Note: User provided 3.5mm; standard 3.5 system LC-DCPs are typically ~3.3mm)

• Hole Spacing: 13 mm (Center-to-Center)

• Screw Compatibility: 3.5 mm Cortex Screws / 4.0 mm Cancellous Screws

• Quantity: 1 Each

Technical & Clinical Advantages

• Limited Contact (LC) Design: The undersurface of the plate features precision-milled "arched" scallops. This minimizes the area of the plate in direct contact with the periosteum, preserving the vital blood supply to the cortical bone. This is critical for reducing the risk of bone resorption beneath the plate and promoting faster primary union.

• Dynamic Compression (DC) Capability: Each hole is engineered as a "Uniform Pressure" hole. When screws are placed eccentrically, the plate shifts as the screw is seated, drawing bone fragments together to achieve high-tension interfragmentary compression.

• Titanium Biocompatibility: Titanium is non-ferromagnetic and highly corrosion-resistant. It produces significantly fewer artifacts on post-operative MRI and CT scans in 2026, allowing for a more accurate assessment of fracture healing.

• Low-Profile Contouring: While providing rigid fixation, the commercially pure titanium remains sufficiently malleable to be intraoperatively contoured to match the specific curvatures of the fibula or ulna.

Applications

• Forearm Fractures: Stabilization of diaphyseal fractures of the radius and ulna.

• Fibula Trauma: Management of lateral malleolar fractures where a 3.5mm system provides the necessary shear strength.

• Clavicle Fixation: Stabilization of mid-shaft clavicular fractures.

• Pelvic & Acetabular Surgery: Providing neutralization or compression for small-fragment pelvic rim fractures.

Condition & Quality Assurance

• Status: NEW — Factory Sealed.

• Integrity: The implant is securely housed within its original manufacturer's packaging. Both inner and outer seals remain intact and undamaged, ensuring the product's structural integrity and suitability for clinical implantation.

• Sterilization Note: This device is provided in STERILE packaging. It is ready for immediate surgical use, provided the sterile barrier is uncompromised and the expiration date is verified per hospital protocol.

• Professional Standards: With over 25 years of experience in orthopedic logistics, Primis Medical ensures all titanium implants are stored in climate-controlled environments to maintain their chemical and mechanical properties.

Shipping & Handling

• Secure Logistics: Shipped in a reinforced container to ensure the 77mm longitudinal alignment and sterile packaging are protected during transit.

• Fast Dispatch: Ships within 1 business day.