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6 DePuy Synthes USS™ Low Profile Spine System Surgical Technique
Insert Pedicle Screws
3. Insert pedicle screw into pedicle
Determine the length of the pedicle screws using the
length indicator. Confirm the position and orientation
with image intensifier control. Pick up the appropriate
pedicle screw from the tray as described on page 3.
Insert the screw into the prepared pedicle until the screw
head is well seated, i.e., the side opening of the implant
head should point in the desired direction and the hori-
zontal po sition should be aligned with the rod trajectory
(1). In order to disconnect the handle from the Stick,
press the release button (2).
Note:
If a rod connector is used, the opening of the
screw must be oriented perpendicular to the rod tra-
jectory.
