Guide Sleeve Short For Dynamic Hip Screws

Description

Guide Sleeve Short For Dynamic Hip Screws

Where the femur lies close to the skin, the DHS short guide sleeve aligns instruments with the reamed track. It suits slimmer patients and shallow approaches.

Shorter is sometimes better

In a slim thigh, a long sleeve may stick out awkwardly. Therefore a short sleeve keeps the setup compact. It still protects soft tissue and keeps instruments aligned.

Function

The sleeve guides the wrench or other instruments into the reamed track. Meanwhile, it keeps muscle away from turning parts. Consequently, insertion feels smooth.

Who uses the DHS short guide sleeve

Trauma surgeons use it in hip fracture fixation. Moreover, it pairs with the long sleeve in the DHS set. Scrub staff choose the length per case.

Choosing the length

Judge the depth from skin to lateral cortex. Then pick the sleeve that reaches the bone comfortably. Swap if the fit looks wrong.

Fit

As with all DHS parts, confirm your system. We will check compatibility before shipping. In addition, that avoids surprises in theater.

DHS short guide sleeve details

• Short centering sleeve
• Suits slimmer patients
• Pairs with the long sleeve
• Supplied non-sterile

Care

Brush the bore and rinse it well. Dry fully. Check both ends for damage.

Ordering the right sleeve

Prior to shipping, someone in Atlanta views every sleeve by eye. We cover every sleeve for three years against manufacturing defects from delivery. We gladly confirm details for new trays. Extra options appear in our orthopedics category. Some trays also hold the long guide sleeve. For quick help, browse our order FAQ. Many surgical teams keep a spare sleeve for busy lists. For background on medical stainless steel, consult ASTM F899.

Licensed buyers only. Read our delivery page for transit details. Pictures on this page may show a sibling size. Also, the metal contains nickel; use our care and sterilization guide.