Systems and Methods for Orthopedic Fixation

Abstract

Systems and methods for bone fixation are disclosed herein. According to aspects illustrated herein, there is provided a fastener for use in securing a bone plate that includes an outer member having a first outer section and a second outer section, wherein formed in the first outer section is a first bore with a first shape and formed in the second outer section is a second bore with a second shape; and an internal member longitudinally moveable within the outer member, the internal member having a first internal section having an outer surface that is sufficiently designed to fit within and engage a wall of the second bore of the outer member and a second internal section sufficiently sized to fit within the first bore of the outer member, the second internal section having an outer end with a peripheral engagement portion.

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