Clinical Application
This angled Leksell bone rongeur with a 5 mm bite is engineered for precise bone nibbling and controlled removal in confined operative fields. It is commonly used in neurosurgical and spinal procedures for laminotomy/laminectomy, cranial bone contouring, and removal of small cortical or cancellous fragments. The small bite size enables atraumatic, incremental bone removal where preservation of surrounding soft tissue and neural structures is critical.
Design & Configuration
The angled shaft provides improved access to deep or obstructed anatomy without excessive retraction or awkward hand positioning, allowing the working tip to approach bone surfaces at favorable angles. A 23 cm overall length balances reach with surgeon control in posterior cervical, thoracic, and lumbar approaches as well as cranial exposure. The 5 mm bite offers a conservative, controlled cut size suited to delicate bone work and serial removal of small fragments.
Instrument Specifications
- Pattern: Stille Leksell bone rongeur
- Configuration: Angled shaft
- Bite size: 5 mm
- Overall length: 23 cm
- Typical uses: Neurosurgery, spine, orthopedics for controlled bone removal
Material & Construction
Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel with precision-ground cutting edges to maintain a reliable bite and facilitate sharpening/service over the instrument lifecycle. Designed for repeated sterilization and clinical reuse when processed according to facility 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