Proximal Schanz Screw, contd.

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Attach the Insertion Handle for 13 mm-16 mm Universal Femoral Nails to the manipulation nail. The cannulated cutter opens the canal to 11 mm in diameter, which matches that of the 11.0 mm Manipulation Nail; reaming for placement of the manipulation nail is not necessary'. Note that to insert the manipulation nail, the canal must be opened to a minimum depth of 10 cm. Attach the Insertion Handle for 13 mm-16 mm Universal Femoral Nails to the manipulation nail. The Insertion Handle should be positioned laterally, and its tabs must engage the manipulation nail (see image). Tighten the Locking Nut with the pin wrench.

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