388.488
388.489
388.494
Primary Procedure
3.6
Insert Closing Half-Ring
Using the Holding Forceps for Closing Half-Ring, insert the
Closing Half-Ring into the intercostal space above the con-
tralateral side of the rib.
Rotate the Half-Ring distally to mate with the Cranial Rib
Support.
The Closing Half-Ring and Cranial Rib Support now should
be aligned.
Note:
If the Cranial Rib Support and Closing Half-Ring are
not aligned, prepare the Pliers for Closing Half-Ring and Rib
Support (Cradle Assembly Forceps). Affix the Clip for Closing
Half-Ring and the Clip for Rib Support to the Pliers for Clos-
ing Half-Ring and Rib Support.
Align the Cranial Rib Support to the Closing Half-Ring using
the Cradle Assembly Forceps.
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