OrthoClay provides a 3D‑printed titanium mesh implant for revision total hip arthroplasty that is flexible during placement and locks into a rigid, load‑bearing configuration after screw and cement fixation. The mesh conforms to a wide range of acetabular defect geometries without patient‑specific manufacturing, supports bone graft integration, and is supplied ready‑to‑use on demand for orthopedic surgeons.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
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Problem
Hip revision surgeries are increasing, but existing implants are either rigid and cannot conform to complex acetabular defects or require custom manufacturing that is costly and time‑consuming, leading to longer operative times, higher complication rates, and frequent re‑revisions.
Solution
OrthoClay offers a 3D‑printed titanium mesh implant that remains flexible during placement, allowing surgeons to shape it to irregular bone defects intraoperatively. Once positioned, the mesh is secured with screws and bone cement, causing it to lock into a rigid, load‑bearing configuration that supports bone grafts and promotes osseointegration. The device is supplied as a ready‑to‑use, on‑demand product, eliminating the need for patient‑specific manufacturing while preserving bone stock and reducing surgical complexity. This approach provides a single, adaptable solution for complex acetabular reconstructions in revision total hip arthroplasty.
Target Audience
The primary customers are orthopedic surgeons and surgical centers performing revision total hip arthroplasty, particularly those addressing complex acetabular defects (Paprosky IIIA–IIIB). Hospital orthopedic departments and specialty implant distributors are secondary users.
Features
- 3D‑printed titanium mesh with shape‑morphing capability that is flexible during implantation and becomes rigid after cement fixation
- Compatibility with standard orthopedic screws and bone cement for primary stability and long‑term load bearing
- Designed to accommodate bone graft material, enhancing biological integration and osseointegration
- Conforms to a wide range of acetabular defect geometries, including Paprosky IIIA–IIIB classifications, without custom design
- Minimal intra‑operative reaming required, preserving native bone stock
- On‑demand manufacturing and sterile packaging enable immediate availability for surgical teams
- Surgeon‑friendly workflow with freedom in screw placement and reduced need for intra‑operative adjustments