Leksell Bone Rongeur 5mm bite 23cm

Clinical Application

Designed for controlled removal and contouring of small segments of bone and dense soft tissue in confined operative corridors. The 5 mm bite provides a fine, repeatable cut suitable for intracranial, spinal and otologic bone work where precision and minimized collateral damage are required. Common uses include nibbling bone from laminae or skull margins, creating working windows, trimming osteophytes in narrow exposures, and controlled excision of fibrous tissue adjacent to critical neural structures.

Design & Configuration

The Leksell pattern features a slim working tip with a small, deep bite that gives the surgeon tactile feedback and incremental cutting control. A 23 cm overall length increases reach into deep or narrow operative fields while maintaining hand clearance outside the wound. Ring handles provide a secure grip and mechanical advantage for controlled single-bite action, allowing precise advancement and removal of bone fragments with minimal toggling. The compact bite minimizes disruption to surrounding tissue and helps the operator work in tight anatomy with predictable results.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Bone rongeur
• Pattern / model: Leksell
• Configuration: Ring-handled, manual rongeur
• Length or size: 23 cm
• Tip / jaw pattern: 5 mm bite
• Typical surgical use: Precise removal/trimming of small bone and fibrous tissue in confined operative fields

Material & Construction

Constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel for durability and compatibility with routine sterilization and reprocessing. Cutting edges are finished to provide consistent bite performance and the hinge is engineered for repeatable alignment and long service life. Reusable design intended for standard hospital reprocessing workflows.

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