ASTM F382-24 pdf download

ASTM F382-24 pdf download,Standard Specification and Test Method for Metallic Bone Plates.

This specification and testing procedure aims to serve as a comprehensive reference for metallic bone plates utilized in the surgical internal fixation of the skeletal system. It establishes standardized methods for classifying and defining the geometric and performance attributes of bone plates. Additionally, the standard provides a catalog of specifications that detail material requirements, labeling and handling instructions, as well as standard testing methods for assessing mechanical characteristics deemed critical for the in vivo performance of bone plates.

The purpose of this standard is not to establish performance levels or specific clinical outcomes for bone plates, as there is insufficient knowledge to accurately predict the effects of their use in individual patients during specific daily activities. Moreover, this standard does not aim to describe or mandate particular designs for bone plates used in surgical internal fixation of the skeletal system.

This document may not be suitable for all varieties of bone plates. Users are advised to evaluate the relevance of the standard concerning a specific bone plate and its intended application.