Cross-Slotted Blade 1.5mm Diameter - Helmut Zepf (47.523.15)

What is the Helmut Zepf 1.5mm cross-slot blade?

The cross-slot blade with a 1.5mm diameter, referenced under code 47.523.15, is a removable component intended for use with a dental surgery screwdriver handle. Manufactured by Helmut Zepf Medizintechnik GmbH, this part is designed in high-quality medical stainless steel. Its structure features an active cross-shaped tip with a 1.5mm diameter, specifically dimensioned to fit bone fixation screws or compatible implant components. As a manual instrument, it allows for controlled force transmission during screwing or unscrewing in the oral cavity.

What are the clinical indications?

This dental surgery cross-slot blade is indicated for all procedures requiring the manipulation of cross-recess screws. In oral and implant surgery, it is primarily used for the fixation of osteosynthesis plates, tightening healing screws, or placing prosthetic abutments. Its use is strictly reserved for qualified healthcare professionals. It serves as an accessory to the bone surgery screwdriver to ensure primary stability of fixation devices during bone grafting or complex implant rehabilitations.

What are the technical characteristics?

The Helmut Zepf blade (reference 47.523.15) has a 1.5mm tip diameter. It is classified as a Class I medical device (Class Ir according to MDC0483 nomenclature). The instrument is delivered non-sterile and must undergo a complete cycle of cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization before its first use and after each subsequent use. Its medical stainless steel design ensures standard biological compatibility, although verification of compatibility with other devices (screws, handles) is required by the manufacturer before any intervention.

What are the contraindications for use?

The main medical contraindication mentioned by the manufacturer Helmut Zepf concerns known hypersensitivity or intolerance to metals, specifically to the medical stainless steel used for the manufacture of the blade. If a hypersensitivity reaction is triggered in the patient upon contact with the instrument, the procedure must be immediately stopped and necessary clinical measures must be taken. It is also contraindicated to use the product if it shows visible damage such as cracks, breaks, or defects on the cutting edges.

What are the maintenance and reprocessing precautions?

As this implantology screwdriver blade is a non-resorbable and reusable instrument, a strict reprocessing protocol is mandatory. Before each use, the practitioner must check for the absence of wear or damage. Any damaged instrument must never be used. Due to its design and the materials used, there is no defined maximum limit for sterilization cycles, but the lifespan depends on the physical condition of the cutting edge. Cleaning and sterilization must be performed in accordance with the manufacturer's safety instructions to guarantee the asepsis and integrity of the device.

Who is the manufacturer and what standards are met?

The official manufacturer of this device is Helmut Zepf Medizintechnik GmbH, located in Seitingen-Oberflacht, Germany. The product is a manual instrument compliant with the regulations for Class I medical devices. The manufacturer emphasizes that all its products are delivered non-sterile and must be processed by the healthcare professional before use. Traceability is ensured by the technical reference 47.523.15. Compliance with cleaning and sterilization protocols is essential to maintain the device's conformity with the safety and performance requirements expected in a surgical environment.

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