
Modified Rongeur with Pistol Grip Handle
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The Modified Rongeur with Pistol Grip Handle is designed for controlled grasping and removal of bone during orthopedic surgical procedures. Its pistol-grip handle provides a distinctive operating position, while the modified working end features a progressively tapered jaw width for controlled engagement.
The instrument has an 18 mm jaw bite length, with the jaw width tapering from 7 mm to 4.5 mm. Its overall length is 10" (25.4 cm), providing an extended working profile for access to the operative field.
Key Features
- Modified rongeur design with pistol grip handle
- 18 mm jaw bite length
- Jaw width tapered from 7 mm to 4.5 mm
- 10" (25.4 cm) overall length
- Tapered working end for controlled bone engagement
- Designed for controlled bone removal and manipulation
- Extended profile for access to the surgical site
Design and Configuration
The instrument combines a pistol-grip handle with a modified rongeur working end. The handle provides a controlled operating position while the elongated instrument body extends toward the working jaws.
The working end has a defined 18 mm bite length and a tapered width. The jaw begins at 7 mm and progressively narrows to 4.5 mm, creating a more slender tip.
Working-End Characteristics
The tapered jaw is the defining feature of this modified rongeur.
Jaw Bite Length
18 mm
Jaw Bite Width
7 mm → 4.5 mm
The gradual reduction in jaw width provides a progressively narrower working profile toward the tip. This configuration can be useful when controlled access and engagement are required within a confined operative area.
Pistol Grip Handle
The pistol-grip configuration provides an alternative hand position compared with conventional straight-handle rongeurs. It allows the user to operate the working mechanism while maintaining the instrument's elongated orientation.
The combination of the pistol grip and extended working profile is designed to support controlled manipulation during orthopedic procedures.
Surgical Applications
The Modified Rongeur with Pistol Grip Handle is intended to assist with:
- Controlled bone removal
- Bone fragment removal
- Bone manipulation
- Orthopedic surgical procedures
- Procedures requiring an extended rongeur
- Applications where a tapered jaw is useful for controlled engagement
The specific application should be determined according to the surgical technique and requirements of the procedure.
Tapered Jaw Design
The jaw width changes progressively along the working end:
7 mm → 4.5 mm
This tapered configuration provides a wider proximal working area and a narrower distal portion. The 18 mm bite length provides the specified working-end length.
Extended Instrument Length
The 10" (25.4 cm) overall length provides additional reach compared with shorter rongeurs. This can be useful when the working area is located deeper within the operative field.
The combination of overall length, pistol grip, and tapered jaw provides a specialized configuration for controlled orthopedic manipulation.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Instrument Type | Modified Rongeur |
| Handle Configuration | Pistol Grip |
| Jaw Bite Length | 18 mm |
| Jaw Bite Width | Tapered from 7 mm to 4.5 mm |
| Overall Length | 10" (25.4 cm) |
| Primary Function | Controlled Bone Removal and Manipulation |
| Product Type | Simple Product |
Handling and Use Considerations
The instrument should be positioned according to the intended surgical approach and used with controlled force appropriate to the structure being manipulated.
Before use, inspect the jaws, handle, and operating mechanism to ensure proper function and that the instrument is free from visible damage. After use, follow the healthcare facility's established procedures for cleaning, inspection, sterilization, maintenance, and storage.
FAQs
What is the Modified Rongeur with Pistol Grip Handle used for?
It is designed to assist with controlled bone removal and manipulation during orthopedic surgical procedures.
What is the jaw bite length?
The jaw bite length is 18 mm.
What is the jaw bite width?
The jaw width is tapered from 7 mm to 4.5 mm.
What is the overall length?
The overall length is 10" (25.4 cm).
What type of handle does it have?
It features a pistol-grip handle.
Is the jaw width uniform?
No. The jaw width is progressively tapered from 7 mm to 4.5 mm.
