Cranial Distraction
The design of KLS Martin Cranial Distractors comprises of a distractor body and the osteosynthesis plates connected to it. They are available for a distraction path of up to 30mm.
KLS Martin Cranial Distractors are characterized by a symmetric arrangement of the osteosynthesis plates on the distractor body. This ensures that the distractors can be used on either
side of the skull.
Most cranial distractors have a universal coupling that can be connected to different activators from the KLS Martin product range. This flexible activator concept not only allows more flexibility but also leads to an increased patient comfort during the distraction procedure.
Additional features of some cranial distractors as for example the ratchet mechanism or the hooks provided on the osteosynthesis plates enable a secure and easy treatment.
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Arnaud/Marchac Distraction System
Indications:
The Arnaud/Marchac Distraction System is intended for internal distraction when treating craniofacial dysplasia, especially craniofacial synostoses. It is used for patients requiring facial advancement (Le Fort III) or frontofacial (monobloc) advancement.
Features:
- Distraction length: 20 mm, 30 mm / 25 mm, 35 mm
- Distraction length/turn: 0.3 mm / 0.5 mm / 0.6 mm
- To be fixed with 1.5 mm / 2.0 mm Screws
Benefits:
- Symmetrical design, usable on patient´s right and left side
- Hooks fitted to the osteosynthesis plates distribute distraction force to the bone
- Flexible activator concept
Kawamoto Distractor
Indications:
The Kawamoto Midface Distractor is intended for internal distraction when treating craniofacial dysplasia, especially craniofacial synostoses. It is used for patients requiring facial advancement (Le Fort III) or frontofacial (monobloc) advancement.
Features:
- Distraction length: 30 mm
- Distraction length/turn: 0.5 mm
- To be fixed with 1.5 mm Screws
Benefits:
- Available in 2 different versions for a perfect fit to every patient´s anatomy
- Symmetrical design, usable on patient´s right and left side
- Swivel joint footplate allows compensation of any occurring forces when the force vector changes
- Flexible activator concept
Posterior Cranial Vault Distractor
Indications:
The Cranial Vault Distractor is used for treating cranial malformations such as syndromic craniosynostosis and congenital deficiencies.
Features:
- Distraction length: 30 mm
- Distraction length/turn: 0.3mm / 0.5 mm
- To be fixed with 1.5 mm Screws
Benefits:
- Symmetrical design, usable on patient´s right and left side
- Anti-relapse ratchet prevents backward rotation
- Hooks fitted to the osteosynthesis plates distribute distraction force to the bone
- Flexible activator concept