The femoral pin guide (in addition to the product
packaging label) will have patient specific identifiers:
Patient Name, Lot No., Size and Patient Anatomy (R/L).
Verify the accuracy of these identifiers prior to opening
the sterile package (Figure 9).
Note:
The size information was selected pre-
operatively based on the Patient Proposal. Final
implant sizing may change due to intra-operative
assessment of implant fit and/or joint gap balance.
Prior to use, insert the TRUMATCH Solutions Drill Guides
(P/N 2004-20-925) into the two anterior and two distal
openings of the plastic femoral pin guide by twisting in a
clockwise direction until tightened (Figure 10).
With the knee flexed to at least 90 degrees, place the
femoral pin guide over on the anterior aspect of the
femur and position the “feet” of the guide over the distal
femoral condyles (Figure 11A). Avoid using excessive force
to seat the guide. Care should be taken to avoid
squeezing the block and causing the legs to deform while
pins are being placed (Figure 11B).
The majority of the finger pressure (~75%) should be
applied on the anterior aspect of the guide while applying
less pressure (~25%) over the distal aspect of the guide.
Note:
Soft tissue impingement may cause difficulty
in seating the femoral pin guide on the femur and
could impact the overall alignment of the guide. It
is recommended to clear extraneous soft tissue from
the anterior aspect of the femur to facilitate proper
placement of the guide. Visualization for proper
seating may be enhanced when the guide is observed
from a sagittal or side view.
Figure 9
Figure 11A
Figure 11B
DISTAL FEMORAL RESECTION
Figure 10
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