Conmed Low Profile, Slotted Jaw, Suture Punch, 4mm Needle 18.1008
The Low Profile Slotted Jaw Suture Punch 18.1008 is a surgical instrument used in arthroscopy. It has a 4 mm needle and slotted jaw to pierce soft tissue and pass sutures. Its low-profile form helps reach tight spaces in joint repairs.
This instrument allows surgeons to create a clean hole in soft tissue (like tendon or capsule) and then pass a suture through that hole using the 4 mm needle, helping in soft tissue repairs. The slotted jaw helps protect the suture while guiding it through the tissue without cutting or fraying. Its low profile (thin cross-section at working end) lowers risk of damaging surrounding tissue and allows better visualization in constrained joint spaces. It is part of Linvatec / CONMED Shutt / Spectrum arthroscopy instrument sets, made of surgical stainless steel and designed for repeated sterilization and reliability.
Technical Specification:
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model / Part Number | 18.1008 |
| Needle Diameter / Size | 4.0 mm |
| Jaw Type | Slotted jaw (protects suture during punch) |
| Profile | Low profile (thin/compact working end) |
| Length | 9 inches overall |
| Shape / Orientation | Straight punch |
Product Also Known As
Low Profile Slotted Jaw Suture Punch 18.1008, Linvatec Shutt Suture Punch 4 mm Needle, CONMED 18.1008 Suture Punch Straight, Low Profile Punch Slotted Jaw, Spectrum Arthroscopy Suture Punch 18.1008, Shutt-Linvatec 4mm Slotted Punch
