2,763 devices · GMDN 56637
An orthopaedic surgical distractor, internal, is a reusable hand-held instrument used during invasive procedures to physically separate bone fragments. It helps surgeons align and stabilize fractures or bone segments before applying permanent fixation, often during open reduction surgeries on the operating table.
These devices are typically regulated as surgical instruments and may require compliance with general medical device safety standards. They are often supplied as reusable equipment, requiring sterilization between uses, and are classified based on their intended surgical use and risk profile.
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