PRIMA Stem Surgical technique
PRIMA Stem removal
Glenoid components removal For the removal of the glenoid component refer to the SMR Surgical Techniques. In case of revision of the SMR TT Augmented 360 Metal Back and SMR TT Metal Back, refer to the surgical steps showed in the related surgical techniques.
If necessary to remove the PRIMA Stem, screw the stopper for removal reamer into the PRIMA stem (Figure 51). Select the removal reamer according to the implanted size and attach it to the reamer shaft. Introduce the reamer onto the stopper and proceed with the reaming of the bone in the proximal area (Figure 52). A small osteotome may be gently inserted along the length of the PRMIA stem through the windows in the metaphyseal portion of the prosthesis at the surgeon’s discretion. Then remove the PRIMA stem by securing the positioning handle to the prosthesis and back slapping gently with a mallet.
Figure 51
Figure 52
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