Synthes
31
Distal Locking—Short Nails (170 mm and 235 mm)
2
Drill and measure for locking bolt/screw
Instruments
357.386 11.0 mm/8.0 mm Protection Sleeve,
153 mm
357.387 4.0 mm Trocar, 176 mm
357.389 8.0 mm/4.0 mm Drill Sleeve, 164 mm
357.407 4.0 mm Three-Fluted Drill Bit
Make a stab incision to accommodate the path of the green
triple trocar assembly. The incision for the blade guide sleeve
may be used for distal locking.
Note:
Ensure that the path of the incision and dissection of
the fascia are in line with the path of the protection sleeve.
Insert the triple trocar assembly through the aiming arm to
the bone.
Remove the trocar and drill through both cortices using
the calibrated 4.0 mm three-fluted drill bit.
Read the length of the locking bolt/screw directly from the
drill bit at the back of the drill sleeve. Press the drill sleeve
to the bone to ensure accurate measurement.
1
Reconfirm reduction
Confirm reduction of the fracture with AP and lateral images.