Figure 43
Instrument Bar
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Choose the appropriate size patella template and insert into the Patella
Clamp .
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Center the chosen patellar drill guide over the patella with the clamp
perpendicular to the trochlear groove . Drill three fixation holes with
the appropriate drill (Metal-backed patella or All Poly) .
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If a cemented component is to be used, prepare the resected bone
surfaces for bone cement application .
Figure 44
Trial Assessment
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Remove any residual cartilage and wash away all debris . Place correct
size Patella Trial (Symmetric or Asymmetric) onto the prepared patella .
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Replace all Trials and assess patellar tracking by taking the knee through
a ROM . The patella should track normally throughout the ROM with-
out tendency for tilting or lateral subluxation .
Tibial
Preparation
Component Implantation
6541-4-003
Headless Pins - 3”
6541-4-809
Headless Pin Driver
6541-4-801
Universal Driver
6541-4-575
Headed Nails - 3/4”
6541-4-515
Headed Nails - 1 1/2”
Size 1, 2, 3 - 6541-2-713
Size 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 - 6541-2-748
Keel Punch Guide
Sizes 1, 2, 3 - 6541-2-013
Sizes 4, 5, 6 - 6541-2-046
Sizes 7, 8 - 6541-2-078
Keel Punch
See Catalog
Triathlon Single-Use Instruments
Tibial Kit
Tibial Template
6633-7-605
Pin Puller