Titanium Cannulated Tibial Nail Expert Nailing System Surgical Technique DePuy Synthes Trauma 37
Proximal locking— Proximal Segment fractures
3
Insert trocar combination
Instruments
03.010.063
12.0 mm/8.0 mm Protection Sleeve,
188 mm
03.010.064
8.0 mm/3.2 mm drill Sleeve, 200 mm
(with blue and gold marking)
03.010.069
3.2 mm trocar, 210 mm
(with blue and gold marking)
Insert the three-part trocar combination (protection sleeve,
corresponding drill sleeve and trocar) through the desired
hole for oblique locking options in the aiming arm, make
a stab incision and insert the trocar to the bone. remove
the trocar.
4
Drill and determine dual core locking screw length
Instrument
03.010.060
3.2 mm three-fluted drill bit,
quick coupling, 330 mm, 100 mm
calibration (with blue and gold marking)
Ensure that the drill sleeve is pressed firmly to the near
cortex.
Insert the calibrated drill bit and start drilling the near cortex.
Stop drilling immediately after penetrating the near
cortex. DO NOT penetrate the far cortex.