LEWISVILLE, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
Orthofix International N.V., (NASDAQ:OFIX) (the Company) announced its
launch of the Contours PHP™ (Proximal Humeral Plate) through the
Company's International Orthopedic distribution network. This innovative
plating system for the treatment of the proximal humeral fractures
consists of anatomically contoured left and right plates with a low head
profile. Contours PHP™ is designed to decrease the risk of impingement,
while providing minimal invasiveness of metal content in the humeral
head.
"The international launch of our Contours PHP™ highlights Orthofix's
commitment to the trauma market," commented President and Chief
Executive Officer Brad Mason. "With this internal fixation device,
Orthofix now has a complete hardware offering, including a nail, plate,
and external fixation system, for the repair of proximal humeral
fractures."
The device provides enhanced stability through triangular configuration
of the proximal screws, consisting of a Main Locking Screw and angulated
Fine Threaded Screws. Contours PHP™ requires fewer and smaller diameter
screws to be inserted in the humeral head, reducing the amount of bone
stock required to be removed and thus decreasing the risk of further
vascularity damage. Contours PHP™ can be easily applied as well as
removed. The product launch is currently being rolled out in certain
markets in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Additional information
can be found at www.contoursphp.com.
About Orthofix:
Orthofix International N.V. is a diversified, global medical device
company focused on developing and delivering innovative repair and
regenerative solutions to the spine and orthopedic markets. Orthofix's
products are widely distributed around the world to orthopedic surgeons
and patients via Orthofix's sales representatives and its subsidiaries,
and via collaborations with other leading orthopedic product companies.
In addition, Orthofix is collaborating on R&D activities with leading
research and clinical organizations such as the Musculoskeletal
Transplant Foundation, the Orthopedic Research and Education Foundation,
and Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children. For more information
about Orthofix, please visit www.orthofix.com.
Orthofix International N.V.
Mark Quick, 214-937-2924
Director
of Investor Relations and Business Development
markquick@orthofix.com
Source: Orthofix International N.V.
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