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Prepackaged collections (either custom or standard) of devices, instruments, and supplies necessary to place foot implants in appropriate positions. Items in these kits usually consist of delivery devices (e.g., insertion tools); one or more probes, guides, and trial sizers; and also solid plastic or metal implants that may include several mechanical components. The kits may be supplied in supporting trays (i.e., procedure trays) consisting of a flat-bottomed receptacle with a border around the periphery supporting all the instruments and supplies needed for the procedure; the trays are usually covered or wrapped. Foot implant delivery kits and trays are used to facilitate delivery and implantation of foot implants intended for orthopedic procedures using either open or minimally access surgery. Dedicated kits are available to deliver implants in particular procedures such as fracture fixing, hammertoe treatments, and subtarsal stabilization.
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