Olivecrona Gigli Saw wire x2 twist 40cm

Clinical Application

This double-twist Gigli saw wire is intended for controlled manual bone division where a flexible cutting implement is required. Common applications include neurosurgical craniotomies and burr-hole expansions, orthopaedic osteotomies, amputations and other procedures requiring a low-profile, passable wire that can be routed around cortical or cancellous bone through limited exposures. The wire permits a back-and-forth manual sawing motion to produce a smooth, controlled cut in settings where power saws are impractical or when access is constrained.

Design & Configuration

The x2 twist (double-twist) configuration provides multiple cutting edges along the twisted strands and enhances resistance to unraveling during use. The 40 cm length offers reach for circumferential passage around calvarial or long-bone segments while remaining compact for handling in tight surgical fields. Flexibility of the twisted wire allows it to conform to curved bone surfaces and small channels, enabling precise control of the sawing vector and minimizing soft-tissue retraction compared with bulkier instruments.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Gigli saw wire
• Pattern / model: Olivecrona
• Configuration: x2 twist (double-twist)
• Length: 40 cm
• Typical surgical use: Controlled bone cutting (craniotomy, osteotomy, amputations)
• Material / construction: Stainless steel wire

Material & Construction

Constructed from stainless steel wire formed into a double-twist braid to provide cutting edges and dimensional stability. The twisted construction improves tensile strength and reduces the tendency to kink or fray during manual sawing motions. The materials and geometry are chosen to balance flexibility for routing with sufficient stiffness for effective bone engagement.

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