The Caspar Vertebral Body Distraction Set – Distractor, Drill Guide, Screwdriver, Screws is a specialized collection of spinal surgical instruments designed to support controlled vertebral body distraction and associated instrumentation during selected spine procedures. The set combines a distractor with supporting components such as a drill guide, screwdriver, and screws, providing a coordinated selection of tools for use with compatible surgical techniques and hardware.
The vertebral body distractor is designed to provide controlled separation between selected vertebral structures when used according to the surgeon’s established technique. Controlled distraction can be an important part of certain spinal procedures where access, positioning, or preparation of the operative area requires temporary vertebral separation. The exact application depends on the surgical approach, anatomy, and compatible instrumentation system.
The included drill guide is intended to assist with controlled positioning of drilling instruments in relation to compatible fixation components. A properly designed guide can help maintain instrument alignment during preparation for screw placement. The screwdriver is intended for manipulation of compatible screws, while the supplied screws provide fixation components for applications where they are appropriate and compatible with the surgical system.
This set can be useful in spinal surgery departments, orthopedic operating rooms, neurosurgical facilities, and hospitals maintaining specialized cervical or spinal instrumentation. Having the primary distraction and supporting instruments together can simplify instrument organization and help ensure that compatible tools are available for the intended procedure.
The instruments are designed for professional surgical handling, with attention to grip, control, and functional interaction between the individual components. The distractor provides mechanical control during distraction, while the drill guide and screwdriver support associated instrumentation. Exact dimensions, screw specifications, and compatibility should always be verified against the supplied set and the intended surgical system.
The term Caspar identifies the instrument pattern or system commonly associated with vertebral distraction instrumentation. Compatibility with a particular implant or fixation system should not be assumed solely from the instrument name. Surgical facilities should confirm dimensions, connection interfaces, screw specifications, and system compatibility before clinical use.
Depending on the supplied configuration, components may be manufactured from stainless steel or other materials suitable for reusable surgical instrumentation. Proper maintenance, cleaning, inspection, and sterilization are important for preserving instrument function and condition.
For reusable components, cleaning, disinfection, inspection, packaging, and sterilization should be performed according to the manufacturer’s validated instructions and the healthcare facility’s infection-control protocols. Instruments should be inspected before use for deformation, damage, corrosion, loose components, or other conditions that could affect performance.
Overall, the Caspar Vertebral Body Distraction Set provides a coordinated selection of spinal instruments for selected vertebral distraction and compatible fixation-related applications. Its combination of distractor, drill guide, screwdriver, and screws makes it a practical addition to specialized spine surgery instrument inventories.
Key Features
- Specialized vertebral body distraction instrument set
- Includes distractor, drill guide, screwdriver, and screws
- Designed for selected spinal surgical applications
- Supports controlled vertebral distraction
- Drill guide assists with positioning of compatible drilling instruments
- Screwdriver designed for compatible screw manipulation
- Includes compatible fixation screws as supplied
- Suitable for orthopedic and spinal surgery environments
- Practical coordinated instrument configuration
- Designed for professional surgical handling
- Reusable when supplied as reusable instruments
- Exact system compatibility should be verified before use
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Caspar Vertebral Body Distraction Set |
| Instrument Type | Spinal / Vertebral Distraction Instrument Set |
| Main Instrument | Vertebral Body Distractor |
| Included Components | Distractor, Drill Guide, Screwdriver, Screws |
| Application | Selected Spine Surgery Procedures |
| Specialty | Orthopedic Spine / Neurosurgery |
| Instrument Pattern | Caspar |
| Screw Type | Supplied Compatible Screws |
| Material | Stainless Steel / Suitable Instrument Materials, as applicable |
| Condition | New, unless otherwise specified |
| Reusable | Yes, when supplied as reusable instruments |
| Sterilization | Follow manufacturer-validated instructions |
| Intended Users | Trained Spine Surgeons & Surgical Professionals |
FAQs
What is a Caspar Vertebral Body Distraction Set?
It is a specialized spinal instrument set designed to support controlled vertebral distraction and associated instrumentation. The set includes a distractor, drill guide, screwdriver, and screws.
What instruments are included in the Caspar set?
The listed configuration includes a vertebral body distractor, drill guide, screwdriver, and screws. Exact quantities and dimensions should be confirmed from the supplied set configuration.
What is a vertebral body distractor used for?
A vertebral body distractor is designed to provide controlled separation between selected vertebral structures during appropriate spinal procedures under the direction of a qualified surgeon.
What is the purpose of the drill guide?
The drill guide is intended to assist with positioning and alignment of compatible drilling instruments during preparation for fixation or related spinal instrumentation.
Is the Caspar set suitable for spine surgery?
Yes. It is designed for selected spinal surgical applications involving vertebral distraction and compatible instrumentation.
Are the screws included with the set?
Yes. Screws are listed as part of the product configuration. Their exact dimensions and compatibility should be verified before clinical use.
Is this Caspar set compatible with every spinal implant system?
No. Compatibility depends on the dimensions, connection interfaces, screw specifications, and design of the individual components. The intended implant or fixation system should be checked before use.
Can the instruments be sterilized?
When supplied as reusable instruments, they should be cleaned and sterilized according to the manufacturer’s validated instructions and the healthcare facility’s infection-control protocols.
Who should use this spinal instrument set?
The set is intended for trained spine surgeons and qualified surgical professionals in appropriate clinical environments.
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