Universal Bone Rongeur Forceps

Description

Universal Bone Rongeur Forceps

This universal orthopedic rongeur is a short, 13 cm instrument for small fields. It trims spurs and bone edges where a long rongeur would get in the way.

Short for small spaces

A short body keeps the hand inside the working area. Therefore the surgeon can see past the instrument. That matters in the hand, foot and mouth.

General purpose

Despite its size, it handles many everyday tasks. For example, it trims spurs, tidies fracture edges and shapes small bones. It also removes loose fragments.

Who uses the universal orthopedic rongeur

Small-bone specialists rely on it most. Also, general orthopedic trays keep one for small exposures. It suits pediatric cases too, where bones are small.

Leverage trade-off

A short rongeur gives less leverage than a long one. So take smaller bites in dense bone. For heavy work, switch to a longer rongeur instead.

Space saving

A 13 cm instrument takes little room on a crowded tray. Consequently, it is easy to include as a spare. Many hand sets carry it alongside a curved rongeur.

Universal orthopedic rongeur details

• 13 cm long
• Cupped jaws
• Compact general pattern
• Supplied non-sterile

Compact rongeur care

Hold the jaws open under running water to rinse out bone chips. Dry it carefully. Then lubricate the joint and check the spring returns.

Purchase details

If each rongeur shows a production defect, you keep three years against manufacturing defects. Our Atlanta inspector looks over each Universal rongeur one at a time before it ships. Related patterns are in our orthopedic listings. A spare rongeur in stores covers reprocessing gaps. For a related option, view our Luer rongeur. We also suggest an option before you buy. For more on surgical stainless steel, see ASTM F899. For answers on returns, open the customer FAQ.

Supplied for clinical use. Our reprocessing guide explains differences in pictures plus nickel in the steel. Returns go by the refund terms.