Introduction - Synthes MAXFRAME AUTOSTRUT User Manual

2. Introduction

This section describes the features and benefits of the
MAXFRAME AUTOSTRUT System including hardware
and software, intended use and indications, and com-
puter requirements for operating software.
2.1 MAXFRAME AUTOSTRUT System
Features and Benefits
MAXFRAME AUTOSTRUT System consists of both hard-
ware and software components as follows:
• MAXFRAME AUTOSTRUT Hexapod Struts
(Struts come in three sizes – short, medium and long)
• MAXFRAME AUTOSTRUT Automated Hexapod
Control System Kit
• Control System consists of Control Box connected
via wire cables to six motorized struts
• Kit also contains all MAXFRAME AUTOSTRUT
Accessories
• MAXFRAME AUTOSTRUT Accessories:
• Control box ring interface and screws
• Motor attachment clips
• Electric cables attachment means
• Assembly tools
• Magnetic USB cable
• Post treatment gear locker
• Patient quick guide
• MAXFRAME AUTOSTRUT Software (Software allows
physicians to download the treatment plan to the
device, chart patient progress and, if required, easily
change the treatment schedule.)
MAXFRAME AUTOSTRUT System is compatible with the
DePuy Synthes MAXFRAME System. The MAXFRAME
AUTOSTRUT System automatically adjusts the motorized
struts according to the prescribed treatment regimen
supplied by the MAXFRAME System software.
The motorized struts are designed to produce a similar
speed and accuracy as the manual strut adjustment re-
quired by MAXFRAME treatment plan.
This document is to be used with the MAXFRAME
Multi-Axial Correction System instructions for
use (IFU) and surgical technique. Please refer to
the instructions detailed in this document for
MAXFRAME AUTOSTRUT strut and control box
assembly and MAXFRAME AUTOSTRUT Software
use.
MAXFRAME AUTOSTRUT System enables:
• Highly accurate frame adjustments.
• Reduced dependency on patient compliance.
2.2 Indications for Use
The MAXFRAME AUTOSTRUT System is indicated for
the following treatments in adults, and in both children
(3–12) and adolescents (12–21) in which growth plates
have fused or will not be crossed with hardware: fracture
fixation (open and closed), pseudoarthrosis of long bones,
limb lengthening (epiphyseal or metaphyseal distraction),
joint arthrodesis, infected fractures or nonunions, correc-
tion of bony or soft tissue deformities, correction of seg-
mental defects.
2.3 Contraindications
The MAXFRAME AUTOSTRUT System is not intended
for use in the spine.
2.4 Software User Profile
The use of the software is limited to health care profes-
sionals. Patients will not use the software.
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