EVOS Wrist Surgical Technique Smith and Nephew
EVOS Wrist Surgical Technique Smith and Nephew
Wrist Plates
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Table of contents
Overview..........................................................................................4
Screw Options ................................................................................ 5
Volar Plate Options (Titanium/Stainless)........................................ 6
Dorsal Plate Options........................................................................7
Drill Guide Options.......................................................................... 8
Plate Modification..........................................................................10
Fracture Reduction........................................................................10
Plate Placement............................................................................. 11
Distal Radius Volar...........................................................................11
Distal Radius Dorsal........................................................................ 12
Intermediate Column...................................................................... 13
Radial Column................................................................................. 14
Distal Ulna....................................................................................... 15
Guide Block....................................................................................16
Screw Insertion..............................................................................18
2.4mm Cortex Screws.................................................................... 19
2.4mm Locking Screws/1.8mm Locking Pegs............................... 21
3.5mm Cortex Screws................................................................... 23
3.5mm Locking Screws................................................................. 24
Closure..........................................................................................25
Catalog Information.......................................................................... 26
Note
The technique description herein is made available to the healthcare professional to illustrate the suggested treatment for
the uncomplicated procedure. In the final analysis, the preferred treatment is that which addresses the needs of the patient.
Overview
The EVOS™ WRIST Plating System offers a comprehensive selection of plates intended
to treat any unstable distal radius and ulna fractures that can be addressed through
dorsal and volar approaches.
• Low-profile implants • Intuitive instrumentation
• Variable-angle locking technology
The following technique is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to
serve as medical advice. It is the responsibility of treating physicians to determine and utilize the
appropriate products and techniques, according to their own clinical judgment, for each of their
patients. For more information on the EVOS WRIST Plating System, including its Indications for
Use, contraindications, cleaning, sterilization and product safety information, please refer to the
product’s label and the Instructions for Use packaged with the product.
Stainless
Titanium Stainless
Titanium
*Axial Compression
-Cortex Screw
*Axial Compression
-Cortex Screw
Fracture Reduction
Articular fracture components must be anatomically
reduced prior to plate application and screw insertion.
Reduction aids should be placed so as not to interfere
with final plate placement. Reduce and provisionally
secure fragments using K-Wires or reduction forceps.
Hohmann retractors are provided within the set and
should be utilized to protect soft tissue structures.
K-Wires:
• 1.4mm Trocar Tip K Wire, 100mm
• 1.6mm Trocar Tip K-Wire, 150mm
Reduction Forceps:
• Reduction Forceps with Points, Broad
• Reduction Forceps with Serrated Jaw
T7 Holding Sleeve
The T7 Holding Sleeve is only compatible with the T7
linear driver with AO quick connect. First, connect
the T7 linear driver to quick connect handle. Second,
slide the holding sleeve onto the driver (Wide end
first) until it clicks. Align the driver tip with the screw
head and proceed to slide the holding sleeve down,
until it captures. Proceed to screw in as normal until
you encounter interference with guide block or plate,
upon which you will pull back the T7 holding sleeve
and finish tightening. To remove holding sleeve,
put thumb on back end of holding sleeve closest
to handle, pull back sleeve and push with
thumb simultaneously.
Drill
• Option 1: Independent of a plate: Position
the variable angle side of the 1.8mm Variable-
Angle/Fixed-Angle Drill Guide to the bone and
drill to the desired depth using the 1.8mm Short
Drill Bit.
Measure
Measure for screw length by taking a direct reading
from the 2.4mm Screw Depth Gauge.
Alternatively, 1.8mm Short Drill Bits are calibrated and
can be measured off of the back of the fixed-angle
side of the 1.8mm Variable-Angle/Fixed-Angle
Drill Guide.
Tap (optional)
The 2.4mm screws are self-tapping. However, in
areas of dense cortical bone, tapping the bone may
be desired prior to screw insertion. Tap by using the
2.4mm Tap. This should be performed manually by
using the Quick Coupling Handle.
Screw Insertion
Insert the appropriate length 2.4mm Cortex Screw
using the T7 Self-Retaining Screwdriver. Final
tightening should be performed by hand with the T7
Fixed-Handle Driver.
Note: To prevent the Self-Retaining Driver from
disengaging from the screw, axial pressure should
be applied.
Drill
• Through a plate:
− For variable angle tabbed holes: The 1.8mm Variable-
Angle/Fixed-Angle Drill Guide Stainless is double
sided. The variable angle side should be used if one
intends to place the screw off-axis through the plate.
The fixed angle side should be used if one intends
to place the screw to the nominal trajectory of the
variable-angle hole. Determine the appropriate side
of the Variable-Angle/Fixed-Angle Drill Guide and
insert it into the desired screw hole. When drilling off
axis, ensure the tip of the drill guide engages with the
tabbed hole. Drill to the desired depth using the 1.8mm
Short Drill Bit.
Note: Conical Drill Guide to be used without the guide block.
Tap (optional)
The 2.4mm screws are self-tapping. However, in
areas of dense cortical bone, tapping the bone
may be desired prior to screw insertion. Tap by
using the 2.4mm Tap. This should be performed
manually by using the Quick Coupling Handle.
Screw insertion
Insert the appropriate length 2.4mm Locking
Screw/1.8mm Pegs using the T7 Self-Retaining
Screwdriver. Final tightening should be performed
using a two finger technique to avoid loss of
reduction, stripping of screw head or damage
to the screwdriver. When using locking screws,
a moderate amount of downward force should
be applied as the locking threads of the screw
engage the tabs of the plate. Once the locking
screw engages the plate, only a half turn is
needed to lock the screw into the plate.
Note: To prevent the Self-Retaining Driver from
disengaging from the screw, axial pressure
should be applied.
Drill
• Option 1: Through a plate (Neutral Mode)
− Fixed-Angle Threaded Holes: Thread in the
2.5mm Fixed-Angle Drill Guide into the desired
screw hole and drill to the desired depth using
the 2.5mm Drill.
Measure
• Measure for screw length by taking a direct reading
from the 3.5mm Screw Depth Gauge.
Screw Insertion
Insert the appropriate length screw using the 2.5mm
Self-Retaining Screwdriver (Stainless Set) or the T15
Self-Retaining Driver (Titanium Set). Final tightening
should be performed by hand using the 2.5mm
Fixed-Handle Driver (Stainless Set) or the T15 Driver
Fixed Handle (Titanium Set).
Note: To prevent the Self-Retaining Driver from
disengaging from the screw, axial pressure should
be applied.
Drill
• Option 1: Through a plate
− Fixed-Angle Threaded Holes: Thread in the
2.5mm Fixed-Angle Drill Guide into the desired
screw hole and drill to the desired depth using
the 2.5mm Drill.
Measure
• Measure for screw length by taking a direct reading
from the 3.5mm Screw Depth Gauge.
Screw Insertion
Insert the appropriate length screw using the 2.5mm
Self-Retaining Screwdriver (Stainless Set) or the T15
Self-Retaining Driver (Titanium Set). Final tightening
should be performed by hand using the 2.5mm
Fixed-Handle Driver (Stainless Set) or the T15 Driver
Fixed Handle (Titanium Set).
Note: To prevent the Self-Retaining Driver from
disengaging from the screw, axial pressure should
be applied.