Avalign VM101-4545 Oval Window Rasp Large Angled ENT 6"

Avalign VM101-4545 Oval Window Rasp | Large Angled | 6" Length | ENT

The Avalign VM101-4545 Oval Window Rasp is a specialized microsurgical instrument designed for the meticulous preparation of bony surfaces within the middle ear. Primarily utilized during stapes surgery or mastoidectomy, this "Large" configuration is engineered to smooth irregular bony margins around the oval window niche or to contour the ossicular remnants to ensure the stable seating of a prosthesis.

Forged from premium surgical stainless steel, the VM101-4545 features an angled distal tip that allows the surgeon to reach around the "overhang" of the facial nerve canal or the pyramidal eminence. The rasping surface is precisely textured to provide controlled abrasion, allowing for the removal of microscopic bone spurs or sclerotic tissue with absolute tactile feedback.

Key Specifications

• Manufacturer: Avalign (Specialty Instrumentation)

• Model / REF: VM101-4545

• Product Type: Oval Window Rasp

• Specialty: Otology / Neurotology (ENT)

• Size: Large (Optimized for broader surface smoothing)

• Configuration: Angled Tip

• Overall Length: Approximately 6 Inches (15.2 cm)

• Material: High-Grade Surgical Stainless Steel

• Reusability: Fully Reusable / Autoclavable

Technical & Clinical Advantages

• Angled Anatomical Access: The specific degree of angulation is designed to navigate the deep, narrow geography of the middle ear. This allows the surgeon to maintain an unobstructed line of sight through a surgical microscope while smoothing bone that is situated "around the corner" from the trans-canal approach.

• Controlled Abrasion (Large Profile): The "Large" rasping surface provides a broader contact area than micro-picks. This is ideal for flattening the bony annulus or prepping a wide footprint on the stapes footplate, ensuring a more uniform surface for graft or prosthesis placement.

• Tactile Sensitivity: The 6-inch handle is balanced to transmit the "feel" of the bone directly to the surgeon’s fingers. This high degree of tactile feedback is critical for preventing accidental penetration of the vestibule or injury to the underlying inner ear structures.

• Microsurgical Precision: Despite being the "Large" version of this series, the instrument remains incredibly low-profile. The slim shaft ensures it can be used alongside suction or micro-forceps without crowding the limited operative field.

• Durable Avalign Metallurgy: The stainless steel teeth of the rasp are tempered for long-lasting sharpness, resisting the "clogging" or dulling common with inferior alloys during high-frequency clinical use.

Condition & Quality Assurance

• Status: Used – Excellent Clinical Condition.

• Integrity: This instrument has been meticulously inspected under magnification. The rasping teeth are sharp and uniform, the angle is structurally sound, and the stainless steel finish is free of pitting or oxidation.

• Professional Processing: Primis Medical utilizes an extensive cleaning and disinfection protocol for all pre-owned surgical assets. Our expert staff, with over 25 years of experience, ensures that each instrument meets AAMI standards for hospital readiness.

• Regulatory Compliance: As a Class II surgical instrument, the sale of this item is subject to FDA regulation. We will verify your status as an authorized medical purchaser prior to shipment.

Shipping & Handling

• Secure Logistics: To protect the precision rasping surface, this instrument will be shipped with a protective tip-guard in a reinforced, custom-padded container to ensure safe arrival.

• Fast Dispatch: Ships within 1 business day.