Distal Schanz Screw
Make a stab incision 2 cm-3 cm from the knee joint in the anterior
third of the condyle. To eliminate interference with the nail, drill
parallel to the axis of the knee joint and below the level of the physeal
scar. Using the Oscillating Attachment and 3.5 mm Three-Fluted Drill
Bit, drill through both cortices.
Using the Universal Chuck with T-Handle, insert a 5.0 mm Schanz
Screw lateral-to-medially. The Depth Gauge for Large External Fixator
[393.78] may be used to measure the drilled hole and to preset the
Schanz screw in the chuck for the correct insertion depth.
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