DePuy Synthes, the orthopaedics company of Johnson & Johnson (J&J), has launched its TriLEAP Lower Extremity Anatomic Plating System in the US.
TriLEAP is a comprehensive system with low-profile, procedure-specific titanium plates, designed specifically for foot and ankle surgeons.
The system covers a wide range of forefoot and midfoot reconstructive and trauma procedures for the fixation and fusion of bones and bone fragments in adults and adolescents.
It features contoured and conventional titanium plates that can facilitate multiple screw shaft options to allow for rescue screws.
The system also comes with harmonised, colour-coded instrumentation with ergonomic functionality and ease-of-use features, said the orthopaedics company.
DePuy Synthes trauma, extremities, craniomaxillofacial, animal health and sports worldwide president Oray Boston said: “With the launch of the TriLEAP System, we now have a comprehensive portfolio for first-ray surgery, which addresses conditions of the big toe, first toe bone, and foot and ankle reconstruction.
“This product is key to our strategy, which is to help advance our forefoot and midfoot portfolio to get people back on their feet. It also builds on our established orthopaedics leadership and takes us further in our goal to lead in foot and ankle care.”
DePuy Synthes said that its TriLEAP system comes with comprehensive and modular configurations that deliver a customised system according to OR needs.
The system features a low-profile construct with variable angle (VA) technology, and round edges for plates to reduce the plate‐bone transition.
It provides a choice of extensive procedure‐specific implants with multiple screw shaft diameter options for each system to allow for rescue screws, said the orthopaedics company.
Atlantic Orthopaedic Specialists board-certified orthopaedic surgeon Michael Campbell said: “Foot and ankle anatomy varies widely among patients, and having plates that can adapt more precisely to individual anatomy can lead to better outcomes.
“I’m excited that the TriLEAP System is now available for first-ray surgery and foot and ankle reconstruction.
“The complete and specific set of tools for different procedures means we have a system that truly meets the diverse demands of the operating room, helping us provide even better care for our patients.”
