Apparatus for forming a centered bore for the femoral stem of a hip prosthesis
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Jul 27, 1999
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Jul 20, 1998
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Feb 16, 1995
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Apparatus for forming a centered bore within an intramedullary canal of a femur in preparation for the implantation of a prosthetic device is disclosed. The apparatus comprises an elongated rigid rod having a handle adjacent its proximal end. The rod includes outwardly projecting fins at its distal end adapted to engage the interior wall of the cortex of the femur, thus centering the bore. Additionally, the rod has a hollow interior which permit suction to be applied to rod's proximal end.
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