Surgical Technique USS™ Small Stature/Paediatric Spine System DePuy Synthes 21
3. Secure cross-link connector
First, tighten the set screws for the rods Ø 5.0 mm on
both cross-link clamps using the screwdriver Ø 4.0 mm
with T-handle (388.338) (1). Next, tighten both set
screws for the cross-link rod Ø 3.5 mm using the hexag-
onal screwdriver 2.5 mm (314.070) (2).
4. Distract cross-link assembly
(optional)
Loosen one of the set screws with the small hexagonal
screwdriver, and perform distraction with the spreader
forceps (388.413). Retighten the set screws.
Connecting Two Rods with Cross-Link Connectors
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