Minimally Invasive Surgery

Abstract

The Arthrex MIS product portfolio provides surgeons with all the tools necessary to perform minimally invasive or percutaneous surgery of the foot. First, Arthrex offers a dedicated, high-quality power unit with the ideal performance parameters for MIS surgery. Next, Arthrex offers an array of disposable burrs designed specifically for the various osteotomies performed during MIS procedures. Furthermore, Arthrex offers surgeons a small, reusable instrument set complete with a reusable blade handle and other reusable rasps and elevators. Finally, in instances where bony fixation is needed, Arthrex offers a comprehensive line of cannulated, headless, fully threaded Compression FT screws that allow for stable fixation of any osteotomy. DrillSaw Power™ System This ergonomic, low-speed and high-torque pencil grip driver allows for safe and effective creation of osteotomies during minimally invasive or percutaneous procedures. Percutaneous Burrs The wide selection of single-use burrs is designed for various procedures including cheilectomies, exostectomies, and osteotomies. Minimally Invasive Instrument set This small yet functional, reusable set cuts down on cost, offering an array of the more commonly used instruments during minimally invasive or percutaneous procedures. Fully Threaded Compression Screws With available diameters ranging from 2.5 mm to 7 mm and lengths from 8 mm to 140 mm, the Compression FT screws offer surgeons a variety of options for osteotomy fixation.

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