Paragon 28 has introduced a novel right-angle drill to its APEX 3D total ankle replacement system.
 
The new drill was designed to improve tibia preparation before implanting the APEX 3D tibia implant. It uses a linear guide to precisely drill vertical holes into the tibia for ideal peg placement and a stable tibia implant surface.
 
The right-angle drill’s release follows instrumentation enhancements to APEX 3D, which includes the recently released Polishing Blocks, Square Tip Drill, and next-generation Off-Set Impaction Handle.
 
These enhancements, according to Paragon 28, aim to improve tibia preparation to contribute to the long-term success of ankle replacement, better the surgeon’s experience, and boost outcomes. The company will showcase the APEX right-angle drill at the American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society (AOFAS) Annual Meeting this week in Vancouver, British Columbia.
 
“We are thrilled to continue advancing our APEX 3D Total Ankle Replacement System with the launch of our novel Right-Angle Drill,” said Albert DaCosta, chairman and CEO of Paragon 28. “The Right-Angle Drill is a critical step towards addressing tibia implant loosening, the primary cause of total ankle replacement failure. This drill enables surgeons with a more precise preparation and promotes better implant integration, which we believe will result in improved long-term outcomes for foot and ankle patients.”
 
Last week, the company launched the R3FLEX stabilization system, which aims to restore ankle syndesmosis stability after an ankle fracture or high ankle sprain.