Spurling Lami-Rong 45

Clinical Application

This instrument is designed for controlled removal of laminar and other posterior spinal bone during decompression procedures. The 45° angled Spurling configuration facilitates targeted bone nibbling and undercutting in laminectomy, laminotomy and facet work where a perpendicular or oblique bite to the cortex is required while minimizing soft-tissue retraction. It is commonly used by spine surgeons and neurosurgeons in thoracic, lumbar and cervical posterior approaches when working in narrow operative corridors near dura and nerve roots.

Design & Configuration

The 45° angulation positions the cupped bite to reach laminar and facet surfaces that are difficult to access with straight rongeurs. This geometry allows the surgeon to approach bone edges from an oblique trajectory, improving visualization and control when undercutting bone or creating bone windows. The Spurling-style profile concentrates cutting force at the tip for efficient chip removal and controlled excision, reducing the need for excessive leverage that can transmit force to surrounding soft tissue.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Lamina rongeur
• Pattern / model: Spurling Lami-Rong 45
• Configuration: 45° angled biting tip
• Tip / jaw pattern: Cupped rongeur-style biting tip for bone nibbling
• Typical surgical use: Laminectomy, laminotomy, bone undercutting in posterior spine procedures
• Material / construction: Surgical-grade stainless steel; reusable

Material & Construction

Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel with a durable finish suitable for repeated sterilization cycles. The instrument is supplied as a reusable surgical tool and is designed to withstand standard autoclave sterilization and routine reprocessing. Precision fitting of the jaw surfaces provides predictable bite and durability appropriate for bone work.

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