Axial Instrument - Helmut Zepf (26.200.13)

What is the Helmut Zepf axial instrument?

The axial instrument bearing reference 26.200.13 is a high-precision manual device manufactured by Helmut Zepf Medizintechnik GmbH. Designed in medical stainless steel, this instrument is intended for professional use in a surgical environment. It belongs to the category of hand instruments (INSTRU) and is distinguished by its axial design allowing a specific approach during care. This device is classified as a Class I instrument according to current regulations. It is delivered non-sterile and requires a complete protocol of cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization before its first use as well as between each patient to ensure optimal safety.

What are the clinical indications for this instrument?

The Helmut Zepf axial instrument is indicated for use as a manual dental instrument during various oral surgery, implantology, or periodontology procedures. Its primary role is to assist the practitioner in technical gestures requiring axial instrumentation to manipulate or access specific areas of the oral cavity. As a Class I medical device, it is exclusively reserved for trained healthcare professionals. Its use is intended for standard clinical acts where the precision of medical stainless steel is required to ensure the reliability of the operative gesture without compromising the integrity of the surrounding tissues.

What are the technical characteristics of reference 26.200.13?

The Helmut Zepf axial instrument (code 26.200.13) is manufactured from medical grade stainless steel, chosen for its strength and compatibility with thermal and chemical reprocessing cycles. Its axial structure is designed to offer a grip adapted to the requirements of dental surgery. The manufacturer, Helmut Zepf Medizintechnik GmbH, specifies that due to the product design and materials used, there is no defined maximum limit for treatment cycles, provided that the instrument shows no visible damage such as cracks, breaks, or defects on the active parts.

What are the contraindications for the use of this instrument?

The main contraindication related to the use of this axial instrument is known hypersensitivity or intolerance to metals, and more particularly to the components of medical stainless steel. An allergic reaction may be triggered during contact between the instrument and the patient's tissues. If such a hypersensitivity reaction occurs during the intervention, the procedure must be immediately stopped and necessary medical measures must be taken. Furthermore, it is strictly forbidden to use the instrument if it shows visible signs of wear, cracks, or damaged cutting edges, in order to avoid any risk of clinical complication.

What are the maintenance and reprocessing precautions?

Like any non-sterile instrument from the Helmut Zepf brand, this device must imperatively follow a rigorous reprocessing cycle before each use. This includes thorough cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization. The practitioner must check the condition of the instrument before use: any product showing damage, breakage, or marked wear must be discarded. Compatibility with other products used during the procedure must also be verified beforehand. Although no cycle limit is set, the longevity of the instrument depends on strict compliance with cleaning protocols and careful handling during surgical interventions.

Who is the manufacturer and what standards are respected?

This instrument is manufactured by Helmut Zepf Medizintechnik GmbH, a recognized company located in Seitingen-Oberflacht, Germany. The product complies with the regulatory requirements for Class I medical devices (Class Ir according to the MDC0483 reference). The manufacturer ensures the traceability and quality of the medical stainless steel used. As a Class I instrument, it meets the safety and performance standards applicable to manual dental instruments. Healthcare professionals must refer to the manufacturer's safety instructions to ensure use in accordance with the intended indications and to maintain the performance level of the device over the long term.

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