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Omega21™ Expandable Screw for Spine Fixation

The Innovative Biomet® Omega21™ Expandable Screw for Spine Fixation

Unique Features:

  • Screw is cannulated to accept an expansion peg
  • Distal two-thirds of screw is slotted to effectively divide into four quadrants
  • Screws are available in 7.0 mm and 8.0 mm major diameter
  • Insertion of expansion peg into slotted portion increases screw diameter up to 2mm at tip
  • Withdrawal of expansion peg collapses fins, allowing easy removal of screw if necessary


Benefits:

  • Secures maximum bone purchase
  • Reduces need to use other substances in conjunction with the screw
  • Minimizes limitations of anatomy


The Biomet® Omega21™ Expandable Screw Significantly Increases Fixation Strength While Retaining System Fatigue Strength