PHYSICA ZUK SURGICAL TECHNIQUE
Step 5 | Finishing the Femur
STEP 5 FINISHING THE FEMUR
The following steps are recommended to maximize the stability and fixation of the Femoral Cutting Guide. This will help to ensure that the cuts and holes are precise. 1. With the selected Femoral Cutting Guide in position, insert a of 35 mm or 50 mm Headed Screw into the top screw hole. (Fig. 35) In case of a small femoral bone, approximately up to size C, it is recommended to use the orange coloured 35 mm screw. Rotate the guide on the screw until the slot of the posterior cut is parallel to the cut surface of the tibia. (Fig. 36) Check there is exposed bone on both sides of the guide to ensure that the Femoral component will not overhang. TECHNIQUE TIP . When performing a medial unicompartmental knee, try to position the Femoral cutting guide as lateral as possible on the medial femoral condyle.
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PHYSICA ZUK Surgical Technique 21
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