Clinical Application
This instrument is a K-wire designed for percutaneous skeletal fixation and temporary stabilization of bone fragments during orthopedic procedures. The 2.2 mm diameter and 140 mm length make it suitable for a wide range of extremity applications including hand, wrist, forearm, foot and toe pinning, as well as certain pediatric and trauma cases where a low-profile, rigid pin is required to maintain reduction or provide provisional fixation prior to definitive fixation.
Design & Configuration
The trocar point configuration provides a sharp, cutting tip for controlled percutaneous entry through soft tissue and cortical bone, minimizing the need for excessive force and reducing skiving off the cortex. A 2.2 mm diameter offers a balance of bending resistance and minimal implant footprint, while the 140 mm length allows passage across common small- and medium-sized bones or through soft-tissue envelopes encountered in extremity procedures. The round-end finish noted in the designation refers to the finished wire end geometry used for handling and seating.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Kirschner wire (K-wire)
- Model / pattern: Trocar point, round end
- Size: 2.2 x 140 mm (2.2 mm diameter × 140 mm length)
- Tip: Trocar point for percutaneous penetration
- Typical use: Percutaneous pinning, temporary skeletal fixation, fracture reduction support
- Material: Surgical-grade stainless steel
Material & Construction
Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel to provide the torsional strength and straightness required for accurate placement and resistance to bending during use. The wire is produced with a smooth surface finish to reduce tissue drag during insertion and to facilitate radiographic visualization without additional coatings.
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