ARTHREX DEX IOT (ACTUAL / ) QUESTIONS AND
VERIFIED ANSWERS
What is the significance of the tip/apex distance when inserting an Arthrex Trochanteric Nail? - --Answerrs---- Defines an acceptable position for the location of the lag screw
When implanting the Arthrex ES or Long Trochanteric Nail, it is recommended that the surgeon use what size distal reamer? - --Answerrs----1-1.5mm above the size of the nail
How is the "Tip/Apex Distance" measured? - --Answerrs---- Tip of the lag screw to the apex of the femoral head on AP minus Lateral X-Ray
Which Arthrex Trochanteric nail(s) is indicated for use in a subtrochanteric fracture? - --Answerrs----Long nail only
The tip/apex distance should be measured at what distance when inserting an Arthrex Trochanteric nail? - --Answerrs--- -25mm or less
What is considered the difference between a stable and unstable femur fractures? - --Answerrs----Stable fractures resist varus displacement when reduced while unstable fractures fall into varus when reduced
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What is the purpose of the anti-rotation screw? - --Answerrs- ---Provides rotational control of the femoral head and neck
During the Arthrex Trochanteric Nail procedure, how can a surgeon use the instruments to ensure the lag screw locking ring is within the nail? - --Answerrs----Advance the compression sleeve to the targeter and ensure that the surgeon sees the red line
Of the three sizes of FT Compression screws, all use a hexalobe/star shaped driver except for _____ which uses a hex driver. - --Answerrs----2.5mm
How does the Arthrex FT compression screw provide compression? - --Answerrs----The thread pitch is steeper at the tip of the screw than it is near the driver
Advantages of the Arthrex Mini FT and Standard FT
Compression screw over the competition include: - --
Answerrs----All of the above:
- More lengths in Mini than Accutrak 2
- Same diameter through length of screw meaning easier
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change of screw length if needed without losing compression to 'tapered screw' -Hexalobe driver for more insertional torque -Compression achieved with entire length of screw compared to Herbert Screw
What feature does the SynergyRF Bipolar Ablation System have that NONE of the competitors have? - --Answerrs---- Integrates with the Synergy Imaging Platform
What is the default ablation setting for the MP50? - -- Answerrs----4
What is a transverse fracture on the shaft of the 5th metatarsal called? - --Answerrs----5th Metatarsal Stress Fracture
How many holes does the left and right specific Long 5th Metatarsal Hook Plate have? - --Answerrs----7
What nerve is most at risk during percutaneous screw placement for a proximal 5th metatarsal fracture? - -- Answerrs----Sural
The following are features of the Arthrex Distal Radius Volar Plate EXCEPT? - --Answerrs----Avoids FHL tendon disruption
Which of the following are the options provided for the size of the Distal Radius Plate? - --Answerrs----Narrow, Standard, Wide
What bone articulates with the distal radius at the radial styloid? - --Answerrs----Scaphoid
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