Compression Screw

The characteristics of a compression screw, such as the DHS/DCS lag screw, are as follows:

Material: Generally made of surgical-grade stainless steel.

Design: Consists of a thread and a head, with a specific design to allow dynamic compression.

Function: Used to stabilize fractures, particularly proximal femoral fractures (dynamic hip screw or DHS) or distal femoral fractures (dynamic condylar screw or DCS), by allowing controlled sliding of the screw within a plate to promote compression at the fracture site.

Use: Designed to be inserted into bone, such as the femoral neck, and combined with a plate (e.g., DHS or DCS plate) that is secured along the bone.

Sterility: Screws intended for surgical use are sterile.

Dimensions: Available in various lengths and thread diameters to accommodate anatomical needs and fracture types.