Clinical Application
Designed for percutaneous skeletal fixation, this trocar-point K-wire is used to provisionally reduce and stabilize fractures, secure bone fragments during internal fixation, create fixation points for external fixator frames, and provide skeletal traction. Its 1.6 mm diameter is commonly used in hand, wrist, small long-bone, and pediatric applications where a slender, minimally invasive pin is required.
Design & Configuration
The solid, smooth-shank configuration provides predictable engagement with bone while minimizing soft-tissue bulk beneath the skin. The trocar point geometry concentrates cutting force at the tip to facilitate controlled penetration of cortical bone for percutaneous insertion, reducing the need for large incisions. The straight, rigid profile aids in maintaining alignment and resists bending during provisional fixation and external fixation construct assembly.
Instrument Specifications
- Diameter: 1.6 mm
- Length: 60 mm
- Tip: Trocar point
- Configuration: Solid, smooth pin for percutaneous use
- Primary indications: provisional fracture fixation, external fixator pins, skeletal traction, hand and small-bone pinning
Material & Construction
Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel to provide corrosion resistance and the strength required for cortical purchase. The wire is finished to a smooth surface to reduce soft-tissue irritation and to support standard sterilization methods used in surgical settings.
Quality & Compliance
Manufactured by FDA-registered OEM facilities and produced under strict quality control standards.
Brand Comparison
Comparable in form and function to equivalent instruments offered by major US medical suppliers.
Availability & Returns
- In-stock lead time: ships within ~1 week
- Out-of-stock lead time: 2–4 weeks
- Returns: 30-day return policy