When applying minimally invasive techniques (MIO, Minimally Invasive Osteosynthesis) to the fixation of the distal femur, the surgeon has access to a limited number of anatomical landmarks: namely the articular surface of the distal femur and a small portion of the distal lateral femoral cortex. A detailed knowledge of the local anatomy facilitates the technique and prevents complications. Using Kirschner wires placed at set positions in the distal femur, we analyzed the measurements obtained from the 3D reconstructed helical CT scans of 33 embalmed femora and we report on the anatomy of the distal femur as it relates to supracondylar fracture fixation.
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