Clinical Application
This gouge is designed for controlled cortical bone removal, sculpting, and contouring in confined surgical fields. The 10 mm blade width offers a balance between efficient bone cutting and precision, making it suitable for procedures such as small osteotomies, bone bed preparation, trimming of bone edges in oral/maxillofacial and ENT interventions, and targeted debridement or shaping in orthopedic and podiatric cases. Surgeons commonly use it for removing thin layers of cortical bone, creating gutters, or refining graft sites where tactile feedback and directional control are important.
Design & Configuration
The concave (scoop) cutting geometry concentrates cutting force into a narrow, controlled arc, allowing predictable material removal with reduced chatter. The 10 mm blade provides a defined cutting footprint for localized work, while the 13.5 cm shaft length delivers reach into deeper or more confined spaces without sacrificing control. This configuration supports precise manual use and allows the surgeon to maintain visual and tactile feedback during incremental bone work.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Bone gouge for manual bone cutting and shaping
- Blade width: 10 mm
- Overall length: 13.5 cm
- Tip pattern: Concave (scoop) cutting edge
- Intended use: Localized bone removal, contouring, and preparation
- Reusable, surgical-grade construction
Material & Construction
Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel with a precision-ground cutting edge to maintain sharpness and facilitate effective cutting action. The corrosion-resistant finish supports routine cleaning, sterilization, and repeated reuse in accordance with facility reprocessing protocols.
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