Distal Radius Plate Instrument and Implant Set Surgical Technique DePuy Synthes 11
Note:
Caution should be used in determining the
placement and angulation of the screws so that
they do not interfere with each other or disrupt
the articular surface.
Note:
2.4 mm drill bits are available for use
when AO lag screw technique is desired.
Cruciform Screwdriver Shaft
with Holding Sleeve
314.67.97
Secure distal arms
(continued)
6B: To secure the plate with 2.4 mm self-tapping
cortex screws,
insert the 1.8 mm end of the 2.4 mm/
1.8 mm drill guide into the plate hole. Using the
1.8 mm drill bit and guide, drill through both cortices.
Measure for screw length using
the depth gauge [319.006].
Note:
Correct measurement for
proximal and distal screw lengths
require different depth gauges.
Select and insert the appropriate 2.4 mm
self-tapping cortex screw using the
cruciform screwdriver.
Note:
As with the buttress pins, be sure to
consider the width of any gap between the
bone and plate when determining screw
length. Tightening the screws will close
this gap and result in screw tip protrusion
beyond the far cortex, potentially causing
soft tissue irritation.
2.4 mm/1.8 mm Drill Guide
312.181
Handle with
Mini Quick Coupling
311.01
6
1.8 mm Drill Bit
310.510
