Combined Kirsch sinus instrument (41.868.08S) - Delynov

What is the Kirsch ZEPF combined instrument?

The Kirsch combined instrument, sinus from the brand Helmut Zepf, referenced under code 41.868.08S, is a specific manual tool intended for oral surgery. Manufactured from high-quality medical stainless steel by the manufacturer Helmut Zepf Medizintechnik Gmbh, this device is designed to offer precise handling during surgical treatments. Its robust structure allows for repeated use after a rigorous sterilization process. As an instrument of the Helmut Zepf brand, it meets the requirements of healthcare professionals seeking reliable tools for complex procedures involving dental and peri-implant structures.

What are the clinical indications for this instrument?

This instrument is indicated for any surgical treatment requiring manual intervention on the tooth or dental apparatus. In clinical practice, it is particularly useful during sinus lift surgeries where it can serve as a membrane elevator to separate the sinus membrane from the bony wall. Its use is strictly reserved for qualified healthcare professionals. The manufacturer specifies that the intended purpose is work on the dental apparatus during invasive procedures, thus ensuring effective assistance during critical stages of implant or periodontal surgery.

What are the technical characteristics of instrument 41.868.08S?

The Kirsch combined instrument from the brand Helmut Zepf is distinguished by its medical stainless steel composition, a standard material for surgical instrumentation ensuring the necessary resistance to cleaning and disinfection cycles. It is a Class I device according to current regulations. The product is delivered non-sterile and must imperatively undergo a complete cycle of cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization before its first use and between each patient. Its design does not arbitrarily limit the number of achievable processing cycles, although the user must inspect the tool for any visible damage such as cracks or defects on the edges before each use.

What are the contraindications to the use of this instrument?

The main medical contraindication mentioned by the manufacturer concerns hypersensitivity or intolerance to metals. Contact with this medical stainless steel instrument may trigger a hypersensitivity reaction in allergic patients. If such a reaction occurs during the intervention, the procedure must be immediately stopped and necessary medical measures must be taken. It is therefore crucial to check the patient's allergic history before any use. Furthermore, it is strictly forbidden to use the instrument if it shows visible signs of wear, breakage, or defects on the active parts to ensure patient safety.

What are the maintenance and reprocessing precautions?

As this is a non-resorbable and reusable instrument, a strict reprocessing protocol is mandatory. All instruments must be cleaned, disinfected, and sterilized before the first use and after each subsequent use. The manufacturer Helmut Zepf emphasizes the importance of cleaning each product before use to remove any residue. It is essential to check compatibility with other products used simultaneously. Due to the quality of the materials and design, there is no defined maximum limit for processing cycles, but the integrity of the instrument (absence of cracks or wear on the cutting edges) must be validated by the practitioner before each surgical action.

Who is the manufacturer and what standards are respected?

This instrument is manufactured by Helmut Zepf Medizintechnik Gmbh, located in Seitingen-Oberflacht, Germany. The device belongs to Class I of the medical device classification. The manufacturer guarantees that the products are delivered according to rigorous manufacturing standards, although delivered non-sterile. Compliance with the instructions for use and safety provided by the manufacturer is essential to maintain the device's conformity during its use in a practice or hospital environment. As an instrument of the brand Helmut Zepf distributed by Delynov, it is part of a range of professional equipment intended exclusively for experts in dental surgery.

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