Alternative technique
Both nails can be placed at the same time by removing one
side arm. After both nails have been seated properly the arm
can be placed over the rail again and compression can be
applied as described below.
When both nails are correctly seated, manually compress
the upper side arms (figure A) and ensure final fixation by
tightening the threaded tubes with the ratchet wrench
(figure B).
The Kirschner wire must be cut off with the wire cutter. Place
protective caps on each end of the two cannulated nails.
After complete application of the pelvic C-clamp, verify
fixation with an image intensifier or x-ray (pelvic AP view)
and pad the nails.
Note:
The locking mechanism locks the upper buttons,
thus preventing unintended loss of compression during
movement of the pelvic C-clamp.
Once mounted, the pelvic C-clamp can be swung caudally
and cranially, e.g. for a laparotomy or an angiography.
Note:
It is recommended to place a drape cloth or lap
sponges as a cushion between the pelvic C-clamp and
the patient.
Warning:
Do not use the pelvic C-clamp to lift the patient.
Figure A
Figure B
Pelvic C-Clamp II Surgical Technique DePuy Synthes 11
