Clinical Application
This instrument is intended for controlled manual removal and shaping of cortical and cancellous bone during open surgical procedures. The 6 mm gouge width provides a balance between precise contouring and efficient bone removal for tasks such as creating troughs, exposing bone surfaces, sculpting graft sites, or refining osteotomies in orthopedic, hand, craniofacial, oral/maxillofacial and podiatric cases. The hand-operated gouge gives the surgeon direct tactile feedback and fine control in confined operative fields.
Design & Configuration
The Partsch pattern features a scooped, chisel-like cutting face that transfers force concentrically along the cutting edge, permitting predictable shaving and scooping of bone with reduced tendency to chatter. The 6 mm working width allows controlled material removal without excessive bulk, useful when creating narrow troughs or refining cortical contours. The overall 13.5 cm instrument length provides reach for deeper wounds while maintaining ergonomic control for single-handed manipulation during delicate work.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Bone gouge (Partsch pattern)
- Working width: 6 mm
- Overall length: 13.5 cm
- Intended use: manual bone removal and contouring in open procedures
- Reusable surgical instrument
Material & Construction
Constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel to provide strength and corrosion resistance for repeated clinical use and routine sterilization. The single-piece working and shaft geometry preserves alignment and provides reliable transfer of manual force to the cutting edge.
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