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2
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Select and insert rods
Required instruments
Holding Forceps for rod
⭋
6 mm, length 290 mm 388.440
Optional instruments
Bending Pliers with Rolls for USS Rods
⭋
6 mm, length 300 mm
388.960
USS II Polyaxial Handle 03.607.006
Positioner for Screw Holder 03.607.007
Determine the length and curvature of the rods. The ± 25°
polyaxial flexibility of the screw heads compensates a lateral
screw offset up to +/- 5.1 mm. If necessary, bend the rods using
the Bending Pliers.
Notes:
– Do not bend titanium rods more than 45°. Do not bend back
and forth.
– In multilevel cases, bend the rod according to the curvature of
the rod template determined in step 4.
Insert the rods with the Holding Forceps into the side-opening,
polyaxial screw heads. The heads can be manipulated and
aligned using the Screw Holder with the Handle 03.607.006. (1)
Note:
If Screw Holders have to be removed and re-inserted dur-
ing surgery, the Positioner for Screw Holder can be used. If the
rod is not inserted yet, apply the Positioner with the slender end
over the top of the 3-D head. If rod, sleeve and nut are already
inserted, apply the Positioner with the wider end over the 3-D
head (2).
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