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Ortho Medicor AG
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Temporary spacers

Temporary spacers

A temporary spacer is a spacer implant that is used in place of a permanent prosthesis. These implants are usually made of bone cement or titanium. While titanium alloys are often considered superior, cement and other materials have many disadvantages, as well. In addition to being brittle, cement can also become radiopaque, which makes them more prone to failure under mechanical loading and shear stress.

These spacers are a relatively new technique. As with all other medical devices, temporary spacers are not permanent. Rather, they are used to decrease immobility during the second phase of the surgery. This allows surgeons to remove the device after the first stage of the procedure. In addition to decreasing the immobility of the patient, the implant is used to improve the patient's ability to move their knee and to heal from the procedure.

An articulating spacer is a permanent prosthesis, but there are many risks associated with it. Patients require an additional surgical stage and are at higher risk of fractures. The cement can also be heterogeneous, and may even lead to a higher risk of infection. Additionally, the cement may contain antibiotics, which can cause toxicity when combined with certain drugs. However, the spacer has many advantages over a permanent prosthesis.

The primary advantage of using antibiotic beads is that they are inexpensive, but are not always effective. Antibiotic beads are not effective for all bacteria, and commercially available spacers usually contain only one type of antibiotic. As such, it is imperative to consider the pattern of resistance of the bacteria before choosing an antibiotic. If the treatment is successful, the patient may be able to return home after a week or two. But if it fails, it is possible that the surgery will be repeated and it could end up being unsuccessful.

During the surgical procedure, the spacer is reimplanted. During the second stage, the implant is re-implanted and the patient undergoes the procedure. At the initial follow-up visit, the surgeon will measure the range of motion of the knee and evaluate the effectiveness of the surgery. The reimplantation procedure may require revisions if the patient's condition persists, as a result of bone loss.

In addition to being effective, temporary spacers have other advantages as well. These devices can reduce the number of visits required to complete the procedure. A temporary spacer is a good alternative in two stage revisions. During the first stage, the patient will experience a shorter recovery time. While it is still possible to remove the spacer, the surgeon may choose to keep it in place. In the second stage, the spacer can be removed.

During the second stage, patients will have to wear a spacer to create a temporary space in the teeth. During the first phase, the spacers will provide the necessary distance between the two bones. The temporary spacers can be used during the first stage. In the second stage, patients should consult with their dentist about the prosthesis they have received. In the third stage, the implant will be placed.

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