– Not applicable for the USA – See version for the USA –
WARNING
!
To avoid internal stress on, and weakening of, the implant:
avoid scoring or scratching of the implant components.
!
Do not change the shape of any metal implants except for
the rods and transverse connectors of the Aesculap S
System.
!
Do not bend back, or bend excessively, the rods and
transverse connectors.
!
Always use bending instruments of the S
strument set for bending the rods and transverse connectors.
!
For positioning the clamping screw, always use the clamping
screw insertion instrument intended for this purpose.
!
For tightening and loosening the clamping screw, always use
the screwdriver and countering instrument intended for this
purpose.
!
Always tighten the clamping screws with the torque wrench
intended for this purpose.
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Trauma to the spinal column and nerve
roots due to incorrect application!
!
Position instruments and insert
pedicle and polyaxial screw only
with the aid of a radiographic visu-
alization or navigation system.
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S
Spinal System
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Spinal System in-
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Spinal