SEGMENTED INTRAMEDULLARY IMPLANT

摘要

A segmented intramedullary nail having an implantation state in which the segments are relatively moveable to permit conformation to the curvature of a bone during implantation, and a post-implantation state in which the segments are not relatively moveable, and in which the segments retain the configuration of the curvature of the bone. The nail may be radiolucent and/or contain radiopaque markings. It may be provided independently or as part of a kit with an implantation and a tightening tool. A cap and/or one or more sleeves may be provided to prevent bone in-growth at a point of coupling to an insertion tool and/or at the interface between segments.