PHYSICA ZUK SURGICAL TECHNIQUE
Step 5 | Finishing the Femur
TECHNIQUE TIP. You can use the Femoral Holding Peg in the anterior peg hole to secure fixation of the Femoral Cutting Block before performing the posterior cut. (Fig. 40) To perform the chamfer cut remove the Holding Peg with the slap hammer. (Fig. 41) Debride the joint and inspect the posterior condyle. If any prominent spurs or osteophytes are present, especially in the area of the posterior femoral condyle, remove them with a curved osteotome, as they may inhibit flexion or extension (Fig. 42) TECHNIQUE TIP. Use the appropriate Femoral Trial, with the knee flexed, to aid in identifying and removing any residual posterior condylar bone which could limit flexion.
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PHYSICA ZUK Surgical Technique 23
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