LOWMAN GERSTER Bone Holding Forceps
Intro Description Engineered for secure bone manipulation, reduction, and temporary fixation during orthopedic and trauma procedures, the SIRGIKAL 17-156 Lowman Gerster Bone Holding Forceps deliver exceptional clamping stability and mechanical advantage in demanding skeletal operations. Featuring robust, curved claws or clamping jaws combined with a secure ratchet mechanism, this instrument allows surgeons to grasp, align, and hold bone fragments or fracture sites securely without slipping. Crafted from certified medical-grade stainless steel with reinforced shanks, it ensures dependable durability, smooth locking action, and long-lasting performance across rigorous clinical interventions.
Product Specifications
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Item Code: 17-156
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Material: Certified Medical-Grade Stainless Steel (ASTM F899 compliant)
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Size: Standard Orthopedic Surgical Length (Lowman Gerster profile)
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Finish: Satin (Anti-glare) / Mirror
Key Features
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Contoured Clamping Jaws: Precision-forged, multi-pronged or curved jaws designed to securely encircle bone shafts and provide a non-slip grip on cortical bone.
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Positive-Locking Ratchet Mechanism: Adjustable handle ratchet allows the surgeon to lock the forceps at various tension levels, maintaining constant reduction pressure without continuous manual effort.
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Rigid, Non-Flex Architecture: Heavy-gauge surgical steel construction prevents shank bending or jaw deflection under high clamping loads, ensuring exact anatomical alignment.
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Autoclave-Resistant Passivation: Chemical citric passivation forms a dense chromium-oxide protective barrier, guaranteeing complete corrosion resistance across repeated high-temperature hospital sterilization cycles.
Usage
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Orthopedic & Trauma Surgery: Grasping, reducing, and holding fractured bone segments, plates, or bone grafts in precise anatomical alignment.
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Reconstructive Skeletal Procedures: Stabilizing long bones during internal fixation and plating procedures.
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Operating Theatre Utility: Essential bone-holding instrument across specialized orthopedic and trauma surgical suites.
