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73-2408 2.4mm x 8mm 73-2708 2.7mm x 8mm
73-2410 2.4mm x 10mm 73-2710 2.7mm x 10mm
73-2412 2.4mm x 12mm 73-2712 2.7mm x 12mm
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73-2418 2.4mm x 18mm 73-2718 2.7mm x 18mm
73-2420 2.4mm x 20mm 73-54XX Five Pack 73-2720 2.7mm x 20mm 73-57XX Five Pack

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Primary Closure System

Thoracic
SternaLock® Blu Minimally Invasive Closure Technologies

Minimally Invasive Closure System

For cardiothoracic surgeries involving T cut sternotomies, Biomet’s new minimally-invasive closure system facilitates sternal approximation and stabilization of bony segments.

1. 2. Plates and Instruments

SP-­2890: Hexagon Plate

Approximate superior sternotomy with wires, then use
Hexagon Plate (SP-2890) and appropriate length screws
to stabilize the manubrium.
Note: SternaLock Blu Measuring Caliper (73-0005) is recommended for
measuring sternal depth.
To Assemble Device: Lay the MICS Plate (SP-3215) on
a flat surface and position the instrument footplates
in the center of the plate. Turn the locking set screw
clockwise with the manual driver to secure the plate to
the instrument.

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SP-­3215: MICS Plate

Position plate inferior of the transverse sternotomy and

Continue pulling up on the instrument until all screws
implant screws. Pull up the instrument to approximate
have been implanted.
transverse sternotomy and implant remaining screws. SP-­3192: MICS Instrument

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