The Tissue Protector is an essential orthopedic surgical instrument used to safeguard surrounding muscles, tendons, ligaments, nerves, and vascular structures during orthopedic and trauma procedures. It is commonly utilized in fracture fixation, plating systems, spinal surgery, external fixation, and minimally invasive orthopedic procedures.
This instrument functions as a protective sleeve or guide positioned over the surgical site during drilling, tapping, reaming, wire insertion, or screw placement. By creating a controlled working channel, the Tissue Protector helps reduce accidental soft tissue injury while improving procedural accuracy and surgical visibility.
Manufactured from high-grade surgical stainless steel, the Tissue Protector provides excellent durability, corrosion resistance, and compatibility with repeated sterilization cycles. Its smooth polished surface allows atraumatic tissue contact, while the precision-machined inner lumen ensures compatibility with orthopedic drills, guide wires, and screw systems.
The ergonomic and lightweight design allows easy handling and precise positioning during surgery. Tissue Protectors are available in multiple diameters and lengths to accommodate various orthopedic applications and implant systems.
Fully autoclavable and reusable, the Tissue Protector is an important component in orthopedic operating rooms, trauma centers, spinal surgery units, and reconstructive surgical procedures.
Key Features
- Designed to protect surrounding soft tissue during surgery
- Used in drilling, tapping, screw insertion, and wire placement
- Creates a controlled surgical working channel
- Helps reduce soft tissue trauma and accidental injury
- Precision-machined inner lumen for instrument compatibility
- High-grade surgical stainless steel construction
- Smooth atraumatic surface finish
- Lightweight and ergonomic design
- Fully autoclavable and reusable
- Suitable for orthopedic, spine, and trauma procedures
Product Specifications Table
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Tissue Protector |
| Application | Orthopedic & trauma surgery |
| Material | Surgical-grade stainless steel |
| Function | Soft tissue protection |
| Compatibility | Drills, wires, taps, screws |
| Finish | Satin / polished |
| Sterilization | Fully autoclavable |
| Reusability | Yes |
Product Names & Sizes Included
Tissue Protectors
- Small Diameter Tissue Protector – Qty 1
- Medium Diameter Tissue Protector – Qty 1
- Large Diameter Tissue Protector – Qty 1
Applications
- Fracture fixation procedures
- Plate and screw systems
- Guide wire insertion
- Spinal instrumentation surgery
- External fixation procedures
- Minimally invasive orthopedic surgery
- Trauma and reconstructive surgery
FAQs
Q1: What is a Tissue Protector used for?
It is used to protect surrounding soft tissues during orthopedic drilling and implant placement procedures.
Q2: Which surgeries commonly use Tissue Protectors?
They are commonly used in trauma, spine, fracture fixation, and minimally invasive orthopedic surgery.
Q3: Is the instrument compatible with orthopedic drills and wires?
Yes, it is designed to accommodate various orthopedic instruments and implant systems.
Q4: Is the Tissue Protector reusable?
Yes, it is fully autoclavable and reusable.
Q5: What material is it made from?
It is manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel.
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