Storage rack for maxillofacial surgical screws, diameters 1.0 to 1.5 mm - Helmut Zepf (85.540.60) - Delynov

What is the Helmut Zepf surgical screw storage rack (85.540.60)?

The Helmut Zepf maxillofacial surgical screw storage rack, reference 85.540.60, is an instrumental management device designed for the GBR category. This maxillofacial screw organizer is specifically sized to accommodate and stabilize small-diameter screws, ranging from 1.0 to 1.5 mm. Manufactured by Helmut Zepf Medizintechnik GmbH, this osteosynthesis screw holder allows the practitioner to structure their technical tray by arranging the screws in an orderly and easily accessible manner during the intervention. Its structure is designed to meet the requirements for sterilization and repeated handling in a surgical environment, thus ensuring optimal management of the micro-screw stock during critical bone fixation stages.

What are the clinical indications for this maxillofacial screw holder?

The use of this maxillofacial screw storage box is indicated in all oral, maxillofacial, and implant surgery interventions requiring the use of osteosynthesis micro-screws. Its primary application is in the stabilization of bone grafts (shell techniques, block grafts) or the fixation of membranes and synthesis plates. By allowing screws of diameters 1.0 mm to 1.5 mm to be grouped together, this rack facilitates the surgeon's choice of the appropriate diameter based on bone density and the thickness of the material to be fixed. This device is a valuable ally for maintaining asepsis and organization of the operative field during complex reconstruction procedures.

What are the technical characteristics of this Helmut Zepf rack?

This Helmut Zepf storage rack is distinguished by its technical compatibility with screw diameters of 1.0 mm, 1.1 mm, 1.2 mm, 1.3 mm, 1.4 mm, and 1.5 mm. Reference 85.540.60 designates a precision module where each slot is calibrated to hold the screw head without risk of tipping. As a maxillofacial screw organizer, it is designed to be integrated into sterilization cassettes or used as a standalone unit on the surgical tray. Its design by Helmut Zepf Medizintechnik GmbH ensures resistance to thermal disinfection and autoclave cycles. The design allows for rapid pickup of components using a pickup screwdriver without direct manual handling of the screws, thus minimizing the risk of contamination or dropping.

What are the contraindications for the use of this device?

There are no direct medical contraindications related to the use of this storage rack, as it does not come into permanent contact with the patient. However, its use is strictly limited to the storage and organization of screws with a diameter between 1.0 and 1.5 mm. Using screws of larger or smaller diameters could compromise the stability of the hold in the rack. Furthermore, this osteosynthesis screw holder must not be used if the device shows signs of corrosion or structural degradation following excessive sterilization cycles, as this could release particles or compromise the asepsis of the stored screws. The manufacturer Helmut Zepf's instructions for maintenance should systematically be referred to.

What are the maintenance and sterilization precautions?

Although this product is not an absorbable suture, it requires rigorous decontamination precautions. As a surgical screw storage box, this device must be cleaned and sterilized before each use in accordance with current protocols for dynamic and static instrumentation in oral surgery. It is recommended to use neutral pH cleaning solutions to preserve the surface condition of the material. The practitioner must ensure that biological residues are completely removed from the screw housings before autoclaving. Regular visual inspection is necessary to ensure the absence of lime deposits or debris that could hinder the correct positioning of the 1.0 to 1.5 mm micro-screws.

Who is the manufacturer and what standards are respected?

The storage rack (ref. 85.540.60) is manufactured by Helmut Zepf Medizintechnik GmbH, a recognized manufacturer in the field of high-precision surgical instrumentation. As a product distributed by Delynov, this device meets the Helmut Zepf brand manufacturing standards for bone surgery storage accessories. Although the specific regulatory class and CE marking are not detailed in the simplified technical documentation, the product is designed to comply with safety and performance requirements applicable to reusable medical devices in Europe. For any precise information on certifications or ISO standards respected by this maxillofacial screw holder, it is advisable to consult the original technical instructions provided by the manufacturer.

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