BS 3531-23.3:1991

Implants for osteosynthesis. Bone plates. Specification for holes corresponding to screws with asymmetrical thread and spherical undersurfaces | Status: Current, Under review

1 Scope and field of application This International Standard specifies the dimensions and tolerances of holes in bone plates used as surgical implants so as to facilitate correct fixing using screws complying with ISO 5835.

NOTE 1 This International Standard does not deal with the shape and dimensions of the plates or with the spacing (centre-to-centre distance) of the holes.

NOTE 2 The interrelationship of International Standards dealing with bone screws, bone plates and relevant tools is shown for information in Annex A.