Rapid Resorbable Fixation System
 
The Synthes Rapid Resorbable Fixation System consists of resorbable plates, meshes, screws, and tacks for craniofacial reconstruction.  The implants are manufactured from 85:15 poly (L-lactide-co-glycolide).  This polymer is readily resorbed by the body in 12 months.
 
Key Features & Benefits

• Resorbs in 12 months
• Degrades without late inflammatory complications and foreign-body responses that have been observed with semicrystalline structures such as poly (L-lactide)
• Eliminates concerns for potential migration and translocation associated with metallic implants
• Eliminates secondary surgeries for implant removal
• Radiolucent polymer does not interfere with intra- or postoperative radiographs

Indications

• Indicated for fracture repair and reconstructive procedures of the craniofacial skeleton.
• May be used in non-load-bearing applications for maintaining the relative position of, and/or containing, bony fragments, bone grafts (autograft or allograft), or bone graft substitutes in reconstruction of the craniofacial and mandibular areas. 

Contraindications*

• Not intended for use in full load-bearing applications unless used in conjunction with traditional rigid fixation.
• Not intended for areas with active or latent infection, limited blood supply, or insufficient quantity or quality of bone.
• Not intended for use in the spine.

* For complete contraindications, adverse events, and cautions, please see the complete Directions for Use.