A locking hook spinal rod system for stabilization of fracture-dislocations and correction of deformities of the dorsolumbar spine. A biomechanic evaluation.
Existing internal fixation systems for the injured or deformed spine present problems with overdistraction and control of the contoured rod necessary for transverse forces. A locking hook spinal rod avoids these problems by using a locking cover to secure the lamina in the hook and meshing radial grooves to lock the contoured rod to both the upper and lower hooks in 6 degrees intervals of rotation. The 7-mm stainless-steel rod is 50% stronger than the 1/4-in Harrington rod and also avoids the weakening effect of the notches. Cadaver spine testing gives nearly a threefold increase in failure strength (125 +/- 17 Nm versus 44.1 +/- 2.1).
D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D005260:Female; D005593:Fracture Fixation, Internal / Q000295:instrumentation* / Q000379:methods; D006801:Humans; D004204:Joint Dislocations / Q000601:surgery; D008159:Lumbar Vertebrae / Q000293:injuries*; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D009984:Orthopedic Fixation Devices; D013122:Spinal Diseases / Q000601:surgery; D013904:Thoracic Vertebrae / Q000293:injuries*