This meticulously curated kit is designed to equip veterinary surgeons with the essential tools for successful Medial Patellar Luxation (MPL) repair surgeries. MPL is a common orthopedic condition in small breed dogs, where the kneecap (patella) abnormally dislocates to the inside of the knee joint. This kit encompasses a diverse range of instruments carefully selected to facilitate precise surgical procedures, minimize invasiveness, and optimize patient outcomes.
Key Components:
Soft Tissue Management:
Knife Handle No. 3 for precise incisions; Mayo and Metzenbaum scissors for cutting and delicate dissection; Iris Scissors for fine tissue work; Adson Brown and Tissue Forceps for grasping tissues.
Retraction and Exposure:
Senn Miller Retractors (blunt/sharp) for tissue retraction; Gelpi and Davis Stifle Retractors for deeper exposure; Wallace Stifle Retractor for femur-tibia retraction.
Bone Management:
Patella Saw with a 10mm blade for precise cutting; Lempert Rongeur for bone fragment handling; Lambotte Osteotome for shaping bones; Bone Tamp for fracture reduction.
Needle Handling & Suture Placement:
Mayo Hegar and Cruciate Needle Holders are used for suturing; Berry Wire Twister is used for needle and wire handling.
Hemostasis & Tissue Control:
Halsted Mosquito Forceps are used for clamping vessels; the Backhaus Towel Clamp secures drapes and tissues.
K-Wire & Pin Management:
K-wire Pin Pack for fracture fixation; Steinmann Pins for larger bones; specialized cutters and Wire Twister for wire handling.
Specialized Instruments:
Chuck with Key for instrument manipulation; Nylon Mallet for tapping; Meniscus Probe and Cerclage Wire for specific MPL applications.
This kit is designed to provide veterinary surgeons with a comprehensive and efficient set of tools for performing Medial Patellar Luxation repair surgeries. Please remember that this description may not be entirely exhaustive, and additional specialized instruments might be necessary depending on the specific surgical approach and patient factors.