471 devices · GMDN 62729
Orthopaedic guidewires are thin, metal rods used temporarily during surgery to help surgeons accurately place implants like intramedullary nails, screws, or fixation plates. They act as a precision tool to guide drills or other instruments through bone, ensuring proper alignment and placement before the final implant is secured.
These devices are classified as single-use and are typically regulated as medical devices rather than drugs. They are often supplied sterile, pre-packaged, and come in various sizes and tip designs to suit different surgical needs and anatomical requirements.
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