Centric Medical’s External Fixation System Cleared by FDA

The FDA granted Centric Medical 510(k) clearance for its Saturn external fixation system, a device used to stabilize the foot, ankle and long bone segments.

The device is made up of rings, struts, threaded rods, pins, wires and connectors, and can be used for fusions, fractures and deformity constructions.

The fixation system is also used for Charcot reconstruction procedures and tumors.