Synthes 2.0mm Cortex Screw | 18mm Length | 201.018

The Synthes 201.018 is a high-precision internal fixation implant engineered for stable anchorage in hard cortical bone. As a 2.0mm diameter screw with an 18mm length, it is a fundamental component of the Synthes 2.0mm Mini-Fragment System. This screw is specifically designed for procedures where bone fragments are too delicate for standard small-fragment hardware but require the high torque and pull-out resistance provided by a dedicated cortical thread profile.

Constructed from 316L Surgical Stainless Steel, the 201.018 features a shallow thread pitch and a relatively large core diameter, maximizing the shear strength of the screw. This makes it the ideal choice for bicortical fixation in the phalanges, metacarpals, and midface.

Key Specifications

• Manufacturer: Synthes (DePuy Synthes)

• Model / REF: 201.018

• Material: 316L Stainless Steel (Surgical Grade)

• Diameter: 2.0 mm

• Length: 18 mm

• Thread Type: Fully Threaded (Cortical Profile)

• Core Diameter: 1.3 mm

• Drill Bit Compatibility: 1.5 mm (Pilot Hole)

• Drive Type: 1.5 mm Cruciform or Hexagonal (Depending on lot)

• Quantity: 1 Each

Technical & Clinical Advantages

• High-Density Cortical Purchase: The shallow threads are precision-machined to engage the dense outer layer of bone. This ensures a tight fit with high resistance to loosening, which is critical for maintaining fracture reduction during the early stages of bone healing.

• Micro-Fragment Versatility: At 18mm, this screw is long enough for bicortical fixation in most small bones while maintaining a low-profile head that sits flush with Synthes 2.0mm plates, reducing the risk of tendon irritation or hardware palpability.

• Optimized Core-to-Thread Ratio: The 1.3mm core diameter provides excellent fatigue strength, allowing the screw to withstand the rotational and bending forces encountered in the hand and wrist without the risk of hardware failure.

• Precision Fixation: Specifically designed for use in "lagging" techniques. By over-drilling the near cortex with a 2.0mm bit and the far cortex with a 1.5mm bit, this screw can be used to achieve direct interfragmentary compression.

• Surgical-Grade 316L Stainless Steel: Cold-worked for maximum strength, the material is highly biocompatible and corrosion-resistant, meeting the rigorous standards for long-term implantation.

Applications

• Hand & Wrist Surgery: Fixation of metacarpal and phalangeal shaft fractures.

• Pediatric Orthopedics: Stabilization of small bone fractures in pediatric patients where larger implants would interfere with growth plates or anatomical constraints.

• Craniomaxillofacial (CMF): Fixation of small bone flaps or fractures in the mandible and midface.

• Podiatric Surgery: Stabilization of delicate fractures or osteotomies in the forefoot.

Condition & Quality Assurance

• Status: NEW — Factory Sealed.

• Integrity: This implant is securely packaged within its original manufacturer's sterile or non-sterile packaging (depending on lot). It is untouched and maintains its original material integrity for clinical use in 2026.

• Note: If provided non-sterile, this device must be cleaned and sterilized (standard steam autoclave) according to hospital protocols and Synthes’ Instructions for Use (IFU) prior to implantation.

• Professional Standards: With over 25 years of experience in orthopedic hardware, Primis Medical ensures all Synthes implants are stored in climate-controlled environments to preserve their mechanical and chemical properties.

Shipping & Handling

• Secure Logistics: Shipped in reinforced protective packaging to ensure the precision-machined 18mm threads and shaft alignment remain pristine.

• Fast Dispatch: Ships within 1 business day.