Percutaneous fixator and method of insertion

摘要

The present invention provides a technique for percutaneous intramedullary fixation. A protective outer sheath is provided for internal fixation of the proximal tibia. Additionally, a unique intramedullary plate is provided that is adapted for percutaneous insertion into the intramedullary canal of a long bone. A plate holder is also provided that may be utilized through the outer sheath to drive and position a fixation plate within the intramedullary canal.

主权项

1. A kit for performing a percutaneous insertion of a tibia fixation device comprising:
a protective sheath defining an opening at a distal end, an opening at a proximal end, and a passage between, the distal end adapted to engage the proximal end of a tibia, and the distal end including a blunt nose defined by tapered walls terminating at a leading edge, wherein the protective sheath comprises a radiolucent material; a bone fixation member configured with a plurality of apertures for receiving bone engagement members and for receiving an insertion tool; and an insertion tool having an inner shaft movably fixed within an outer sleeve, a distal end of the inner shaft defining a first engagement portion and a distal end of the outer sleeve defining a second engagement portion, the first and second engagement portions sized and shaped to together releasably engage the bone fixation member.