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The tibial baseplate component 2440 may include an insert interface 2441 configured for the placement and securement of the insert 2410, with one or more tibial posts 2442, which may be inserted and secured into a patient’s tibia. The tibial baseplate component 2440 may further have a base 2443, which may also be designed to penetrate the tibial plateau and may receive a separate keel (not shown) that penetrates more deeply into the intramedullary canal of the tibia. As used herein, a "base" refers to a main or central structure, component, or part of a structure. A base is often a structure, component, or part upon which, or from which other structures extend, are coupled to, or connect to. A base may have a variety of geometric shapes and configurations. A base may be rigid or pliable. A base may be solid or hollow. In one embodiment, a base may include a housing, frame, or framework for a larger system, component, structure, or device. In certain embodiments, a base can be a part at the bottom or underneath a structure designed to extend vertically when the structure is in a desired configuration or position.

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