Often termed tissue anchors or bone anchors, these implants are practical alternatives to bone tunnels, screw-washer combinations, and other methods of attaching soft tissue to bone. Anchors are easy to use in locations where bone tunnels are not readily placed and represent a smaller profile than screw/washer combinations. Developed in conjunction with several referral surgical facilities, the anchors and related suture materials should be considered temporary fixation devices that allow tissue to heal to its original location, protect primary soft tissue repairs during the early phases of healing, or facilitate the formation of fibrous tissue to assist in maintaining joint stability. IMEX™ suture anchors are threaded implants designed to maximize implant/bone interface by being screwed into bone. Pre-drilling is required; however, the anchors are self-tapping.
Recommended drill bit diameters are 2.7mm for the 4.0mm anchor and 3.5mm for the 4.7mm anchors. Smaller drill bits can be utilized in soft, juvenile bone locations if desired. In very dense bone, slightly larger drill bits might be considered. The use of StickTite™ drill bits enhances accuracy of drill hole locations. The suture anchor’s square drive-head with cross-hole is approximately 2.0mm in height.
Suture Anchors
Suture anchors are screwed into bone to act as insertion points for sutures
used in reconstruction of ligaments, joint capsules and tendons.
For size reference only, 4.0mm anchors will hold most brands of 60# nylon
leader, and 4.7mm anchors will hold most brands of 80# nylon leader. Many
other suture types and sizes are frequently used depending on the surgeon’s
preference.
| Part No. |
Diameter | Length |
Hole |
Recommended Drill Bit |
| 60-40-06 | 4.0mm | 6mm | 1.1mm | 2.7mm |
| 60-40-10 | 4.0mm | 10mm | 1.1mm | 2.7mm |
| 60-47-06 | 4.7mm | 6mm | 1.3mm | 3.5mm |
| 60-47-10 | 4.7mm | 10mm | 1.3mm | 3.5mm |
Suture Anchor Drivers
A unique, tapered driver designed to simplify handling and application of the
anchor.
| Part No. |
Description |
| 61-40-DR | Small 4.0mm Driver |
| 61-47-DR | Large 4.7mm Driver |
Suture Anchor Caddy
Part No. 61-CA-DD
Anchor caddy is labeled with anchor dimensions and part number to simplify
inventory management. Caddy design simplifies anchor
retrieval directly into self-retaining anchor driver. Autoclavable.
Suture Anchor Taps
Occasionally used to facilitate anchor application in VERY dense bone.
| Part No. |
Description |
| 61-40-TP | Small 4.0mm Tap |
| 61-47-TP | Large 4.7mm Tap |
| Quantity | Part No. | Description |
| 3 | 60-40-06 | Anchor 4.0mm x 6mm |
| 3 | 60-40-10 | Anchor 4.0mm x 10mm |
| 3 | 60-47-06 | Anchor 4.7mm x 6mm |
| 3 | 60-47-10 | Anchor 4.7mm x 10mm |
| 1 | 61-40-DR | Small Driver (4.0mm) |
| 1 | 61-47-DR | Large Driver (4.7mm) |
| 1 | 61-CA-DD | Anchor Caddy |
| 1 | 32027 | 2.7mm StickTite™ Drill Bit |
| 1 | 32035 | 3.5mm StickTite™ Drill Bit |
