Clinical Application
Used for controlled removal of laminar bone, facet bone and osteophytes during posterior spinal decompression procedures such as laminectomy and laminotomy. The moderate 3 x 12 mm bite size permits precise excision of small-to-moderate bone fragments while minimizing collateral soft-tissue disruption, making it suitable for use through retractors and in confined operative corridors.
Design & Configuration
The straight shaft geometry establishes a direct midline trajectory for predictable, tactile bites on dorsal spinal elements. At 18.5 cm overall length, the instrument balances reach into the surgical field with responsive hand control at the jaws. The 3 x 12 mm jaw profile provides a controlled, moderately sized bite that reduces the need for repetitive passes and aids efficient removal of bone during decompression.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Laminectomy rongeur
- Pattern / model: Caspar
- Configuration: straight
- Overall length: 18.5 cm
- Tip / jaw: 3 x 12 mm bite
- Typical use: Posterior spinal decompression — laminectomy, laminotomy, osteophyte removal
- Material / construction: Surgical-grade stainless steel
- Reusable: Yes
Material & Construction
Crafted from surgical-grade stainless steel with precision-ground jaw surfaces to preserve consistent bite geometry and reliable cutting performance. The construction supports repeated use and is compatible with standard steam sterilization processes common to hospital and ASC instrument reprocessing.
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