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Verify nail insertion depth and anteversion
Instruments
357.365 Aiming Arm for TFN, 125°
357.366 Aiming Arm for TFN, 130°
357.367 Aiming Arm for TFN, 135°
357.399 Guide Wire 3.2 mm, length 400 mm
Ensure that the nail is tightly connected to the insertion
handle.
Securely attach the appropriate aiming arm to the insertion
handle.
Nail insertion depth can be confirmed by inserting a 3.2 mm
guide wire through the aiming arm. To ensure the correct an-
teversion of the nail, an additional guide wire can be inserted
ventral to the femoral neck and into the femoral head. Take
a lateral image of the proximal femur to verify nail rotation
and ensure that the head element will be aimed toward the
center of the femoral head.
Proximal Locking
TFN – Titanium Trochanteric Fixation Nail System
Technique Guide
Synthes
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