BonOs® R NF & BonOs® R NF Genta
BonOs® R NF and BonOs® R NF Genta are bone cements for use in artificial joint replacement.
Properities
BonOs® R NF and BonOs® R NF Genta are fast-setting acrylic bone cements for use in bone surgery. BonOs® R NF Genta contains the antibiotic gentamicin sulfate that protects the implant and the surrounding tissue from colonization with pathogens that are sensitive to gentamicin.
Compositions
The mechanical properties of BonOs® R NF and BonOs® R NF Genta guarantee reliable bone anchorage of the prosthesis. The composition of BonOs® R NF and BonOs® R NF Genta is based on Charnley’s principles of using PMMA bone cements in artificial joint replacements, which was established as the gold standard 50 years ago. In accordance with Charnley’s principles, OSARTIS bone cements contain only the necessary raw materials. BonOs® R NF and BonOs® R NF Genta rely on established procedures in the operating room and on well-known and safe processes of mixing and application. Depending on the user’s needs, the cement can be mixed by hand or in a vacuum mixing system. Vacuum mixing can be done with pre-chilled bone cement. Zirconium dioxide is added to BonOs® R NF and BonOs® R NF Genta to guarantee optimal X-ray visualization. The surgeon can at any time assess the distribution of the cement in the bone and around the implant on the X-ray image and thus assure an optimal outcome of the procedure. BonOs® R NF Genta contains the established antibiotic gentamicin sulfate. The local application of gentamicin is gentle on the patient. BonOs® R NF Genta releases the established antibiotic gentamicin in a proven way, over a prolonged period and in effective, reproducible concentrations.
EASYMIX® uno
EASYMIX® uno mixing system is a sterile disposable vacuum mixing system for the secure mixing of bone cement.
The vacuum mixing and cementing technique reduces the porosity of the cement. Reduced porosity leads to a considerable increase of strength of the cement.
Properties
EASYMIX® uno is comfortable to handle. Just a few secure steps provide excellent mixing results. The use of EASYMIX® uno in combination with PMMA bone cements relies on established procedures in the operating room and on well-known and safe processes of mixing and application.
Mixing with the EASYMIX® uno vacuum mixing system reduces the porosity of the cement. Studies indicate that reduced cement porosity lowers the risk of subsequent revisions resulting from aseptic loosening.
The reduced porosity of the cement leads to an increase of the fatigue and bending strength of the cement. The usage of EASYMIX® uno vacuum mixing system improves the cementing results and therefore the stability of the connection of prosthesis and host bone.
EASYMIX® uno is suitable for retrograde filling.
Compositions
The EASYMIX® mixing system consists of the EASYMIX® vacuum pump, the EASYMIX® cement injector and the EASYMIX® uno cartridge sets.
1) Walenkamp,G.H. and Murray,D.W. (2001) Bone Cements and Cementing Technique, Springer Verlag, Heidelberg.
2) Horas,U., Seidel,P. and Heiss,C. (2002) Vakuummischsysteme zur Knochenzementfertigstellung: ein Vergleich unterschiedlicher Systeme. Z Orthop Ihre Grenzgeb 140, 603-610.
EASYMIX® pro
The EASYMIX® pro mixing system is based on the successful concept of EASYMIX® uno and moreover has an improved innovative closing mechanism that ensures an easier handling with less work steps.
For the EASYMIX® cement mixing systems used in the field of arthroplasty the following instruments are available:
EASYMIX® cement inEASYMIX® vacuum pump – different types
jector
Compressed air hose – different types
The mechanical properties of BonOs® R NF and BonOs® R NF Genta guarantee reliable bone anchorage of the prosthesis. The composition of BonOs® R NF and BonOs® R NF Genta is based on Charnley’s principles of using PMMA bone cements in artificial joint replacements, which was established as the gold standard 50 years ago. In accordance with Charnley’s principles, OSARTIS bone cements contain only the necessary raw materials. BonOs® R NF and BonOs® R NF Genta rely on established procedures in the operating room and on well-known and safe processes of mixing and application. Depending on the user’s needs, the cement can be mixed by hand or in a vacuum mixing system. Vacuum mixing can be done with pre-chilled bone cement. Zirconium dioxide is added to BonOs® R NF and BonOs® R NF Genta to guarantee optimal X-ray visualization. The surgeon can at any time assess the distribution of the cement in the bone and around the implant on the X-ray image and thus assure an optimal outcome of the procedure. BonOs® R NF Genta contains the established antibiotic gentamicin sulfate. The local application of gentamicin is gentle on the patient. BonOs® R NF Genta releases the established antibiotic gentamicin in a proven way, over a prolonged period and in effective, reproducible concentrations.
EASYMIX® bowl
EASYMIX® bowl is a mixing system for mixing PMMA bone cement powder and liquid monomer.
EASYMIX® bowl can mix up to three units (total 120 g powder) of bone cement of any viscosity under vacuum.
Properties
Easy to use and almost no installation required. Rotating axis creates a far more uniform mix with least unmixed powder compared to hand mixing system. Reduced porosity of cement mix due to vacuum mixing, creates optimal fatigue strength. Closed mixing system minimizes exposure to monomer fumes. Ergonomically designed curette and spatula that perfectly fit contour of bowl; for easy removal and handling of cement dough. Sterile product
PulsaClean® & PulsaClean® AC
PulsaClean® is an effective and easy-to-use disposable Pulse Lavage System used for intense wound debridement of bone and tissue defects.
The system features two nozzles and can be used for knee and hip arthroplasties.
Properties
Due to its rinsing and sucking mechanism, PulsaClean® allows optimal treatment flexibility for the user without any additional logistic effort. The PulsaClean® Disposable Lavage System includes a short and long nozzle, and an optional femoral canal brush is available. The short and strong bristles allow an intense cleaning deep into the marrow canal while also providing a rinsing and sucking function.
C~plug®
C~plug® is a resorbable distal cement restrictor that seals the intramedullary cavity and improves cement grouting to the implant surface for better implant fixation.
A distal plug inhibits the cement penetration into cancellous bone and improves the cement’s molding into the implant surface.
Properties
The C~plug® resorbs within approximately four weeks and does not need to be removed in potential future revisions. Furthermore the C~plug® is distinguished by its increased contact surface, accurate positioning and reduced distal pressure. Modern cementing techniques allow the creation of an optimal cement mantle within the femoral canal. Using the C~plug® reduces the risk of a revision.
TPA-18 / TPA-24 / POLYPLUG
These cement restrictors are made of Ultra-High-Molecular-Weight Polyethylene (UHMWPE) and available in two different sizes:
TPA-18 / POLYPLUG-18 (12-18 mm)
TPA-24 / POLYPLUG-24 (18-24 mm)
Therefore, they are suitable to accommodate various patient anatomies and to help restrict cement flow into the distal femoral shaft.
Properties
With these cement restrictors the medullary space is occluded distal to the subsequent location of the prosthesis tip, to seal the femoral canal. This sealing is achieved by pressing the cement restrictor inside the femur.