Guide Wire Instrument For Dynamic Hip Screws

Description

Guide Wire Instrument For Dynamic Hip Screws

The DHS guide wire sets the path for the lag screw in dynamic hip screw fixation. Every later step, from measuring to reaming, follows the line this wire defines.

Why the guide wire matters

A dynamic hip screw must sit centrally in the femoral head. Therefore the surgeon first places a guide wire under imaging. Once its position looks right, the rest of the system slides over it.

Part of a system

This instrument belongs to the dynamic hip screw set. It works with the aiming device, the triple reamer, the tap and the insertion tools. As a result, each step stays aligned with the first.

Who uses a DHS guide wire

Trauma and orthopedic surgeons use it to fix intertrochanteric hip fractures. It also appears in some femoral neck procedures. Theater teams keep it with the full DHS tray.

Checking position

Confirm the wire on two imaging views before reaming. If it sits too high or too low, reposition it now. Small corrections at this stage save trouble later.

Compatibility

Hip screw systems differ between makers. Consequently, check that this wire suits your plates and screws. We can confirm details before you order.

DHS guide wire details

• Guide wire for sliding hip screw work
• Defines the lag screw path
• Instruments pass over it
• Supplied non-sterile

Care

Wipe the wire clean and check it for bends after every case. Additionally, a bent guide wire must be replaced, not straightened. Store it in its slot on the DHS tray.

Support at a glance

Customers receive three years against manufacturing defects on every guide wire in all cases. Each guide wire has a visual examination by Atlanta staff before we post it. Scan the full orthopedics catalog for extra options. Looking for a bulk price? Ask us by email. To complete the set, consider the threaded guide pin. The order FAQ walks through payment questions. Surgical stainless steel has its own standard, namely ASTM F899. Most units keep a spare guide wire for back-to-back cases.

For hospital and clinic use. See our shipping policy for timing. The care and cleaning page mentions image variation plus nickel content.