Anatomically matching intramedullary alignment rod

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1992-01-06

1993-01-19

Hafer, Robert A.

Surgery

Instruments

Orthopedic instrumentation

606 64, 606 86, A61F 504

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051799154

ABSTRACT:
An intramedullary alignment rod for properly orienting and supporting a cutting guide or tool has a complex geometry which includes at least two differently sized sections, the smaller of which is at the proximal end of the rod. The complex geometry of the rod maximizes the rigidity of the rod while avoiding the trauma of an interference fit, and facilitates stabilization of the intramedullary rod in the medullary canal.

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