Clinical Application
Designed for controlled gouging and sculpting of cortical bone, this instrument is used to create troughs, remove small segments of bone, and shape bone surfaces during orthopedic, hand/foot, craniofacial, and ENT procedures. The 14 mm cutting edge provides a balance between bite and control for tasks such as exposing bone surfaces, contouring cortical rims, and preparing bone for fixation or grafting.
Design & Configuration
The instrument's hand-held, rigid shaft construction provides tactile feedback and stability for precise manual bone work. A 14 mm cutting edge offers a wider contact surface than finer gouges, which helps distribute force for controlled material removal and reduces the risk of unintended plunging. The 18 cm overall length supplies practical reach for both superficial and moderately deep exposures while maintaining maneuverability in confined operative fields.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Bone gouge (Alexander pattern)
- Cutting edge width: 14 mm
- Overall length: 18 cm
- Intended use: Cortical bone removal, sculpting, troughing
- Material: Surgical stainless steel
- Reusable: Yes — designed for repeated sterilization and clinical use
Material & Construction
Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel to provide corrosion resistance and durability for repeated use. The cutting edge is precision-formed to give predictable bite and control during manual gouging. The instrument is suitable for standard sterilization methods used for reusable stainless steel surgical instruments.
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