5,700 devices · GMDN 47829
Surgical instrument handles in this category are reusable tools designed to grip and manually rotate shafts of other surgical instruments, such as screwdrivers or reamers, during procedures like orthopedic fixation. They provide surgeons with precise control for tasks like inserting or tightening bone screws without built-in torque limits, ensuring manual precision during manipulation.
These handles are typically regulated as reusable surgical devices, often requiring compliance with sterilization standards and durability testing. They may be supplied as standalone components or as part of larger instrument sets, depending on manufacturer specifications and clinical workflow needs.
This category summary is AI-generated from the GMDN nomenclature and has not been verified by a human reviewer.