Conmed Microfracture Awl, 45°, Standard, 279mm length 8203
The Microfracture Awl 45° Standard 279 mm (8203) is a surgical instrument designed for arthroscopic cartilage repair procedures. It features a 45-degree angled awl tip and a 279 mm shaft length for deep joint access. It is used to create micro-channels in bone surfaces to stimulate cartilage regeneration.
This Microfracture Awl enables surgeons to access and perform the microfracture technique in deeper or angled joint regions—such as the hip, shoulder or knee—thanks to its 45° tip. The standard shaft length of 279 mm provides the reach needed through arthroscopic portals while maintaining control and leverage. Its design allows for precise bone penetration, promoting sub-chondral bleeding and subsequent cartilage repair by mesenchymal cell infiltration. Intended to integrate with arthroscopic instrument sets, it supports consistent performance and fulfills standard OR sterilization requirements.
Technical Specification
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Catalog / Reference Number | 8203 |
| Tip Angle | 45° |
| Shaft Length | 279 mm |
| Intended Use | Arthroscopic microfracture of cartilage defects in hip/knee |
| Compatibility with Cannulae | Designed to work with commonly used arthroscopic cannulae |
| Instrument Profile | 45° angled awl tip, standard shaft (not “thin shaft”) |
Product Also Known As
Microfracture Awl 45° Standard 279 mm, ConMed 8203 Microfracture Awl, Arthroscopy Microfracture Awl 45° 8203, Cartilage Repair Microfracture Awl 45° Standard, ConMed Linvatec 8203 Awl 45°
