Address a clinical problem of hip fractures

Situation

A trauma surgeon noticed a high failure rate when treating intracapsular hip fractures with the standard Dynamic Hip Screw (DHS). These failures often required revision surgery and, in some cases, conversion to a total hip replacement. The surgeon found that the standard DHS did not adequately address the complex anatomical and biomechanical challenges of this fracture type. He wanted to improve primary fixation and reduce the risk of implant failure. To achieve this, he partnered with BAAT Medical to develop a new approach.

Capabilities

The surgeon needed an experienced development partner to guide the medical device from the initial concept through regulatory approval and market introduction. BAAT Medical brought together expertise in medical device development, fracture biomechanics, engineering, testing, clinical evaluation, and regulatory affairs. Our team translated the surgeon’s clinical insights into an implant concept designed to provide immediate and reliable stability after surgery.

Solution

BAAT Medical developed an improved implant concept that directly addressed the biomechanical and implant-related causes of DHS failure. Our engineers designed and mechanically tested the implant before the team evaluated it in a clinical trial. The clinical results showed a clear reduction in the need for reoperation.

Following these positive results, BAAT Medical obtained CE marking for the implant. We then supported the product throughout its lifecycle, including development, validation, production, and delivery.

Result

The implant is now successfully used in the Netherlands, Belgium, and Italy and has demonstrated a reduction in implant failure rates. Its clinical outcomes have also been documented in multiple scientific publications. The project demonstrates how close collaboration between clinical expertise and medical device development can lead to improved treatment solutions and better patient outcomes.