Lexer Gouge

5-1/2" (14.0 cm) Hoke Osteotome is crafted for preparation and cutting of bone during neurosurgery. This instrument features a sturdy handle for ease in handling which then narrows at the neck and widens again into a blade. One potential use of this osteotome is to saw through the skull to increase access during surgery such as craniotomy. Additionally this instrument can be used to reshape bony areas. This osteotome is available in either a curved or straight profile in size sizes ranging from 3.0 mm to 16.0 mm making this a highly versatile instrument suitable for a number of surgical procedures.

w/ sterilizable (up to 143 degrees c) plastic handle Lexer Chisel is crafted for use in surgical procedures that require chipping away at bone or more general scraping maneuvers. This chisel features a large plastic handle that is easy to grip. Additionally this handle is sterilizable up to 143 degrees c making it well suited for use in multiple surgical procedures without the concern of contamination or infection. This chisel features a long slim neck that flares out into a flat wide blade perfect for scraping action along bone and also in actual cutting of bone. This instrument is available in a wide variety of widths and two different lengths: 7" and 8 5/8" to accommodate a variety of surgical scenarios and surgeon preferences.

6-1/4" (16.0 cm) US Army Pattern Gouge is a specialized instrument designed for removal of specific segments of bone. This gouge is designed similarly to a chisel but the blade portion features a curvature to it allowing it to be used to scoop up segments. The opposite end of this gouge has a rounded, flat end that can be used with a mallet to increase the driving force to effectively pierce through bone. This gouge is available in three sizes 6.0 mm, 12.0 mm and 18.0 mm making them well suited for larger bones in the spinal surgery and smaller ones for more delicate work on the skull.

straight, 8" (20.0 cm) Stille Pattern Gouge is uniquely suited for use in neurosurgical procedures that require cutting and prepping bone. This instrument features a handle that narrows to a slim neck and again widens again to create a funnel type blade. This gouge is prefect for scraping or scooping bone or even in creating holes in the bone itself. The curvature of the blade makes it well contoured to bone and facilitates the cutting process. Additionally this instrument is available six widths: 8.0 mm, 10.0 mm, 12.0 mm, 15.0 mm, 20.0 mm and 25.0 mm making it highly versatile and useful in a wide variety of surgical scenarios.