(Figure 2). Figure 1 Figure 2 This surgical technique is utilized by Edward McPherson, M.D. Biomet as the manufacturer of this device, does not practice medicine and does not recommend this device or technique. Each surgeon is responsible for determining the...
Reaming Ream the intramedullary canal with the 10mm diameter reamer. Align the reamer with the matching sized bushing and sequentially increase diameter until diaphyseal cortical contact is achieved (Figure 3a). For diameters under 18mm, the stem housing reamer must be used to complete bone preparation (Figure 3). Figure 3a Distal Cut Re-cut the distal femur (+5mm) to accommodate the...
Drilling For Femoral Lugs (Optional) The Vanguard CR stem housing will allow for pegs to be ® placed into the distal femur. If peg use is desired, utilize the distal peg guide. Begin by setting the canal guide for a left or right femur.
Implant Assembly Impact the stem onto the CR stem housing. Insert the locking screw and tighten. Bolt the stem housing to the femoral component using the two supplied bolts (Figures 7 and 8). Optional: If you desire femoral pegs, select the 5mm Vanguard augment pegs and attach the CR stem housing ®...
Vanguard CR Stem Housing ® Instrumentation Product Part Number Description Size Vanguard 32-483070 Trial CR Stem Housing 55–62.5 Left ® 32-483071 Vanguard Trial CR Stem Housing 65–70 Left ® 32-483072 Vanguard Trial CR Stem Housing 72.5–80 Left ® 32-483073 Vanguard Trial CR Stem Housing 55–62.5 Right ®...
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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION experienced in the surgical technique and post-surgical care of the patient. To obtain more The CR Vanguard stem housing comprises a central body fixed to a Vanguard CR femoral information, a special surgical technique is available to the surgeon.
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