Smith & Nephew RT-PLUS - Overview of the Resection Sequences for Primary Application

Overview of the Resection Sequences for Primary Application
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It is important to have identical flexion and extension gaps.
1. Distal femoral resection.
2. A/P femoral resection.
3. Chamfer resections and cutting out the
box. Remove residual posterior condyles if
present.
Important
To avoid the risk of a condyle fracture, we
recommend preparing the box after tibial
preparation.
4. Tibial resection and optional augment
resection.
5. Patellar resection (optional).
Important
For the standard instrument set, use 1.00 mm saw blades for all bone resections!
For the 1.27 mm instrument slot option, use the corresponding 1.27 mm saw blades.
See Lit. No. 01218 for corresponding connection.