Caspar Lami-Rongeur downward 150

Clinical Application

This downward‑angulated lami‑rongeur is designed to remove small fragments of cortical and cancellous bone during spinal procedures. It is commonly used in laminectomy and laminotomy to bite and extract laminar bone and to create working corridors for decompression. The angulation facilitates controlled bites on inferior or difficult-to-reach bone surfaces encountered in posterior spinal approaches and confined operative fields.

Design & Configuration

The downward orientation of the beak directs the cutting edge toward the inferior aspect of the lamina, allowing improved visualization and access without excessive retraction of neural elements. A short, robust biting tip provides focused force transfer for predictable bone removal while minimizing soft-tissue entrapment. The handle ergonomics are arranged to deliver tactile feedback and leverage for repeatable single‑handed bites—important for incremental bone work in neurosurgical and orthopedic spine cases.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Lami-rongeur
• Pattern / model: Caspar downward
• Configuration: Downward‑angulated beak
• Length: 150 mm
• Tip / jaw pattern: Downward‑curved biting tip for bone nibbling
• Typical use: Laminectomy, laminotomy, spinal decompression
• Material: Surgical‑grade stainless steel (precision working surfaces)
• Reusable: Yes; autoclavable

Material & Construction

Constructed from surgical‑grade stainless steel with precision‑ground jaws to maintain cutting performance and edge alignment through repeated use and reprocessing. The instrument is designed for routine sterilization cycles and durable handling in the operative environment. Corrosion‑resistant finish and robust joint construction support long service life under standard maintenance 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