Bone fixation methods and devices

摘要

Bone fixation systems and methods are provided herein. A system may include a plate, having at least one face configured to be affixed to a bone surface, and an adhesive for affixing the plate to a bone surface. In some examples, the plate may include at least on indentation on its face, such as a dimple. The system may also include an application device for dispensing adhesive onto a plate or bone surface, which may include a chamber for containing the adhesive, a heating element in communication with the chamber, a nozzle for dispensing the adhesive, a piston slidably disposed within the chamber for advancing the adhesive towards the nozzle, and a control mechanism for controlling release of adhesive from the nozzle.

主权项

1. A system, comprising:
a plate having at least one face configured to be affixed to a bone surface; and an adhesive adapted to affix the plate to a bone surface; wherein the plate comprises at least one indentation in the at least one face configured to retain an amount of adhesive, such that at least a portion of the at least one face outside of the at least one indentation and the adhesive retained within the at least one indentation are adapted to contact the bone surface and affix the plate to the bone surface without the use of a mechanical fixation implement, and wherein the at least one indentation is closed on a surface opposite of said at least one face.