Screw for Kuentscher Nail Extractor

Clinical Application

This retention screw is a consumable/replaceable component used to secure a Kuentscher-style intramedullary nail to an extractor assembly for removal. It provides a mechanical interface that permits controlled axial traction and rotational control during removal of retained femoral, tibial, or humeral nails, particularly in elective hardware removal, revision procedures, or when nails are bony‑ingrown.

Design & Configuration

The part is a threaded screw engineered to engage the extractor assembly and/or the intramedullary nail to establish a reliable connection for extraction forces. Threaded engagement minimizes slippage and allows the surgeon to transmit axial pull and limited rotational force without stripping the interface. A low‑profile head and precise machining aid insertion in constrained proximal exposures and help maintain coaxial alignment between extractor and nail, reducing the risk of off‑axis loading during removal.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Screw for Kuentscher nail extractor
• Pattern / model: Kuentscher extractor component
• Configuration: Threaded retention screw for extractor–nail engagement
• Typical surgical use: Intramedullary nail removal in orthopedic procedures
• Material / construction: Precision‑machined stainless steel
• Reusable: Yes

Material & Construction

Manufactured from precision‑machined stainless steel suitable for repeated use. The component is designed for durability under tensile extraction loads and for compatibility with standard hospital sterilization methods. Thread geometry and surface finish are produced to tight tolerances to ensure reliable engagement and repeatable performance.

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