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Description

Sklar's Kerrison forward-cutting detachable rongeur with ejector is used in orthopedic and neurosurgical procedures, including laminectomy procedures requiring debulking or removing the vertebral arch. The cupped tip of this version is angled down 40 degrees, and is available in different lengths and bite sizes. When the back hammer is pulled, the crossbar detaches from the shank, easing sterilization and the opening of the Kerrison.

Disposable Or Reusable reusable
Family rongeurs
Grade sklar or grade
Handle Style pliers with springs
Instrument Curvature straight
Instrument Length 10"
Instrument Material stainless steel
Is Sterile non-sterile
Is Taa Compliant taa compliant
Latex Free not made with natural rubber latex
Surname kerrison
Tip Config downwards cutting bite (40 degrees)
Type laminectomy punch rongeur
Uom ea
Uom Description 1 each

Frequently asked questions

Does the detachable shaft simplify sterilization?

Yes, the detachable shaft is a key feature designed for efficiency. By pulling the back hammer, the crossbar separates from the shank, allowing for a much more thorough and effective sterilization process.

Is this instrument crafted from high-grade materials?

Yes, this rongeur is manufactured from high-grade, durable stainless steel. This material choice ensures the instrument remains reliable and maintains its integrity through repeated medical use.

Does this feature an ergonomic handle design?

Absolutely. It utilizes a pliers-style handle integrated with springs. This design provides consistent operational feedback and allows for greater control during delicate orthopedic or neurosurgical procedures.

Is the tip designed for precise bone removal?

Yes, it is specifically engineered for precision. The instrument features a 1mm cupped tip with a downward cutting bite angled at 40 degrees, making it ideal for the precise debulking of bone tissue in the vertebral arch.

Is this instrument TAA compliant?

Yes, this product is TAA compliant. This ensures it meets the necessary standards for governmental and institutional procurement needs.

Is this product safe for latex-sensitive environments?

Yes, this instrument is not made with natural rubber latex, making it safe for use in environments where latex sensitivity is a concern.

Which surgical procedures is this rongeur optimized for?

It is specifically engineered for orthopedic and neurosurgical applications, particularly laminectomy procedures that require the careful removal of bone from the vertebral arch structure.

Does the design facilitate efficient surgical turnaround?

Yes. The detachable mechanism is specifically beneficial in high-volume surgical environments where the ability to rapidly break down, clean, and re-sterilize instruments is critical to workflow.

Is this rongeur designed for long-term reusability?

Yes, it is a reusable surgical instrument. It is built for professional, repeated use, with a durable construction intended to withstand the demands of a clinical setting over time.

Why is the 40-degree cutting angle beneficial?

The downwards cutting bite angled at 40 degrees provides the specific geometry needed to access challenging areas within the vertebral arch, allowing for more controlled and accurate bone removal.