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EN Instructions for use
• Physiological dimensions limit implant sizes. Select the type and size of implant that best meets the
patient's requirements for close adaptation and firm seating with adequate support.
• Implants are not designed to withstand the stresses of full weight or load bearing, or excessive activity.
• Improper selection or improper implantation of the device may increase the possibility of loosening or
migration.
• Do not bend the implant except as indicated in the surgical technique. Repeated or excessive bending
may weaken the implant and cause failure at a later time. Refer to the surgical technique.
• Only combine implants when they are intended for that purpose.
• Protect implants against scratching and nicking to prevent stress concentrations, which can result in
failure.
• Prevent unused implants from becoming soiled.
• The color of anodized implants may change over time due to processing. This color change does not
affect the mechanical properties of the implants.
INSTRUMENTS
MATERIALS
The instruments are manufactured from various grades of titanium, stainless steel, aluminum, silicone, and
other polymers.
MULTIPLE USE and SINGLE USE
• Instruments are intended for multiple use unless identified on the label for single use only.
• Single use instruments are intended to be disposed after use on a single patient during a single
procedure.
• Do not reuse single use instruments as this may increase the risks of failure and cross-contamination.
• Multiple use instruments are only intended for use on a single patient and a single procedure before
requiring processing.
• Multiple (limited) use instruments, such as drills and reamers, have a limited lifespan. Immediately
replace any multiple use instrument if performance becomes inadequate.
• Multiple use instruments potentially contaminated with transmissible spongiform encephalopathy (TSE)
agents shall not be processed for reuse.
IMPORTANT
• Protect instruments against scratching and nicking to prevent stress concentrations, which can lead to
instrument failure.
• Near the point of use: Wipe excess contamination from instruments and prevent any soil from drying.
Instruments with substantial or dried soil are particularly difficult to reliably process. Transport
contaminated instruments for processing as soon as possible after use.
• Avoid prolonged instrument contact with iodine and saline.
• Handle and transport soiled instruments in a manner that avoids contamination of any unused implants.
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