Clinical Application
Designed for otolaryngology and oral/maxillofacial procedures, this instrument is used to create or enlarge an opening into the maxillary antrum and to remove small cores of bone or soft tissue. Typical applications include access and clearance during antral windowing, selective removal of antral wall fragments, and adjunctive use in Caldwell-Luc or sinus-related procedures where a controlled bite is required.
Design & Configuration
The punch-style cutting tip provides a controlled, circumferential bite that reduces crushing trauma to surrounding tissues compared with broader gouging instruments. The 20 cm shaft length extends reach into the oral cavity and naso-antral region, improving access in adult anatomy and allowing the operator to maintain a comfortable working distance from the surgical field. The instrument geometry facilitates precise placement of the bite in confined sinus corridors, helping to preserve adjacent mucosa and tooth roots.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Antrum punch
- Pattern / model: Hajek Claus
- Configuration: Punch-style cutting jaws with long shaft for deep access
- Length or size: 20 cm
- Tip / jaw pattern: Punch (bite) tip for controlled tissue/bone excision
- Typical surgical use: Maxillary antrum access and controlled removal of bone/tissue in ENT and maxillofacial procedures
- Material / construction: Surgical-grade stainless steel
- Reusable: Yes
Material & Construction
Constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel for durability and repeated reprocessing. Cutting surfaces are precision finished to deliver consistent bites and facilitate controlled removal of small bone or tissue cores. The instrument is intended for standard hospital sterilization workflows and reusable clinical use.
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