- Condition: Factory New
- Warranty: Lifetime
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Frequently asked questions
Does the Titanium Nitride coating help with durability?
Yes. The Titanium Nitride (TiN) coating is a key feature that significantly increases the instrument’s longevity. It provides a harder, more durable surface that helps maintain the sharpness of the cutting edges, ultimately reducing the frequency of required sharpening.
How does the bayonet shaft benefit the surgeon?
The bayonet-style shaft is specifically engineered to improve visualization of the operative field. By offsetting the handle from the cutting tip, it provides a clearer line of sight for the surgeon when accessing deep or complex anatomical structures during spinal procedures.
Is the rongeur comfortable to use for extended procedures?
The instrument features a pliers-style handle mechanism that incorporates springs. This design is intended to provide controlled, smooth operation, reducing hand fatigue during repetitive or sustained bone removal tasks.
What is the specific cutting angle of the tip?
This rongeur features a 40-degree upwards cutting bite. This angle is optimized for precision during laminectomy procedures, allowing for efficient bone removal in the spinal arch.
Is this instrument safe for those with latex allergies?
Yes, this product is not made with natural rubber latex, ensuring it is safe for use in clinical environments where latex sensitivity is a concern.
Does this tool come with an ejector for bone fragments?
Yes, the rongeur includes an integrated ejector. This feature helps clear bone debris from the cutting jaw, ensuring consistent performance and preventing clogging during surgery.
How should this instrument be processed before first use?
This rongeur is sold as a non-sterile instrument. It must be cleaned, disinfected, and sterilized according to your facility’s standard protocols for reusable stainless steel surgical tools before it is used in any procedure.
What kind of material is the instrument made from?
The rongeur is constructed from high-grade stainless steel and finished with a durable Titanium Nitride (TiN) coating. This combination provides the structural integrity required for orthopedic and neurosurgical bone removal while benefiting from the superior surface hardness of the TiN treatment.
Is this tool suitable for deep spinal access?
Yes. With a total length of 7 inches and a bayonet-up curvature, this instrument is specifically designed for accessing deeper or angled anatomical structures common in spinal laminectomy procedures.
Is this a TAA compliant surgical instrument?
Yes, this Sklar Kerrison Rongeur is TAA compliant, meeting the requirements for government procurement and professional medical supply standards.