Expert Asian Femoral Nail (A2FN)
Expert A2FN The small statured/Asian anatomy was carefully assessed via CT scans and MRI data in terms of morphology and size, to assess the fit of nails to the intramedullary canal of the small stature/Asian patient. It was discovered that current femoral nails do not offer an optimal fit for small stature/Asian anatomy. Generally, the medial lateral bend of current nails is disproportionate, the proximal design of the nails is too long and challenges the surgeon to deliver locking or recon screws into the femoral head without having too much proximal protrusion of the nail itself. The lateral aspects of the nail may cause impingement on the lateral cortex of the small stature/Asian patient.
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