2,102 devices · GMDN 46165
Orthopaedic guidewires are thin, reusable metal rods used during surgical procedures to precisely guide the placement of intramedullary nails, screws, or other tubular implants. They ensure accurate alignment and positioning of fixation hardware in bone fractures or joint replacements, reducing surgical errors and improving outcomes.
These devices are typically regulated as surgical instruments and may require compliance with standards for reusable medical devices, including sterilization and material safety. They are supplied in various sizes and tip designs to match specific orthopaedic procedures, often sold as part of surgical kits or as standalone tools.
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