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The Love-Gruenwald Intervertebral Disc Rongeurs (PS-9361, PS-9362, PS-9363) is a German stainless steel disc rongeur available in three jaw orientations — straight (PS-9361), up-cutting (PS-9362), and down-cutting (PS-9363) — designed for the removal of intervertebral disc material during discectomy and related spinal procedures. This product shares the Love-Gruenwald name with the separately listed Love-Gruenwald Forceps (PS-9337/PS-9338/PS-9339/PS-9340), which features cup-shaped grasping jaws in straight, angled-up, and angled-down configurations; both products address disc material removal in spinal surgery, and the naming overlap and shared clinical application suggest a close relationship between the two listings. However, this listing's variant terminology — "up-cutting" and "down-cutting" rather than "angled up" and "angled down," and a product data table that specifies "Bone Rongeur" as the instrument type rather than the cup-jaw grasping mechanism emphasized in the companion listing — may indicate a genuinely distinct jaw mechanism, potentially incorporating cutting or shearing action in addition to or instead of pure grasping, though this distinction is not fully specified in the available product data. Clinicians and procurement officers should contact Peak Surgicals at info@peaksurgicals.com to confirm the precise jaw mechanism and the functional relationship between this listing and the cup-jaw Love-Gruenwald Forceps product before selecting between them for a specific procedure. Manufactured from German stainless steel. CE Mark, ISO 13485, FDA certification. Sold as 1 piece per configuration selected, $35.20.
The Love-Gruenwald pattern, in its various configurations across the Peak Surgicals range, addresses the surgical task of removing intervertebral disc material during discectomy — performed for herniated or degenerated disc conditions causing nerve root or spinal cord compression, or for symptomatic disc degeneration contributing to spinal instability. This instrument category, generally referred to as pituitary rongeurs or disc forceps, is functionally distinct from bone-biting rongeur patterns such as the Leksell or Kleinert-Kutz designs, which are intended for hard, mineralized bone tissue rather than the softer, fibrocartilaginous disc material addressed by Love-Gruenwald instruments. The specific mechanism by which disc material is engaged and removed — whether through a grasping cup-jaw action, a cutting or shearing action, or a combination of both — depends on the precise jaw design of the instrument variant selected, and different surgeons and surgical traditions may favor different mechanisms depending on training, the specific disc pathology being addressed, and personal preference for tissue handling during discectomy.
The three configurations available in this listing — straight (PS-9361), up-cutting (PS-9362), and down-cutting (PS-9363) — address the same fundamental access challenge that motivates angled instrument variants across disc and spinal surgery more broadly: the surgical corridor to the disc space, particularly in minimally invasive and microdiscectomy approaches using a fixed tubular retractor or narrow surgical window, provides a single fixed approach angle, while disc material requiring removal may be positioned in different quadrants of the disc space not directly accessible along that fixed approach line. The straight configuration provides direct engagement along the line of the surgical corridor. The up-cutting configuration directs the jaw action toward disc material positioned more superiorly within the disc space, addressing material that has migrated cranially from a herniation site without requiring the surgeon to reposition the surgical approach. The down-cutting configuration provides the corresponding capability for disc material positioned inferiorly or migrated caudally. The "cutting" terminology used for these two angled configurations, if it reflects a genuinely distinct mechanism from the "angled" terminology used in the companion cup-jaw Love-Gruenwald Forceps listing, may indicate that these jaws incorporate a sharper or more aggressive engagement profile suited to firmer or more fibrous disc material that a purely grasping cup jaw might not capture as effectively.
Peak Surgicals separately lists the Love-Gruenwald Forceps (PS-9337/PS-9338/PS-9339/PS-9340) as a cup-jaw pituitary rongeur for disc material grasping and removal, with straight, angled-up, and angled-down configurations and explicit cup jaw width specifications (2mm and 3mm). This Love-Gruenwald Intervertebral Disc Rongeurs listing shares the same Love-Gruenwald name and the same general clinical application — disc material removal in discectomy — but uses different variant terminology (straight/up-cutting/down-cutting rather than straight/angled-up/angled-down) and a different price point ($35.20 versus $33.00), with the product data table for this listing specifying "Bone Rongeur" as the instrument type. Given these differences, two interpretations are plausible: this listing may represent a genuinely distinct jaw mechanism within the broader Love-Gruenwald instrument family — potentially a cutting-edge or serrated-jaw variant suited to firmer disc tissue, complementing the smooth-cup grasping variant in the companion listing — or it may represent an overlapping or duplicate listing for closely related instruments created during catalog development without full cross-referencing. Clinicians and procurement officers building a complete discectomy instrument set should contact Peak Surgicals at info@peaksurgicals.com to clarify the precise distinction between these two Love-Gruenwald product listings and determine whether both, or only one, are needed to address the full range of disc material removal requirements in their surgical practice.
All three configurations of the Love-Gruenwald Intervertebral Disc Rongeurs are manufactured from German stainless steel, providing the structural strength and corrosion resistance required of a reusable instrument used in spinal and neurosurgical procedures, while undergoing repeated steam autoclave sterilization between procedures. The jaw surfaces — whether grasping, cutting, or a combination as the "up-cutting" and "down-cutting" terminology may indicate — should be inspected at each reprocessing cycle for sharpness or grasping precision as appropriate to the jaw design, and for any deformation or damage that could compromise tissue engagement during discectomy. The hinge mechanism should be checked for smooth, secure pivot action, ensuring symmetric jaw closure. Compatible with steam autoclave sterilization at 134°C pre-vacuum parameters, with ultrasonic cleaning recommended before terminal sterilization for thorough removal of tissue debris from the jaw and hinge areas. Available in satin, dull, or mirror surface finish.
The Love-Gruenwald Intervertebral Disc Rongeurs (PS-9361, PS-9362, PS-9363) is manufactured under a quality management system certified to ISO 13485, governing German stainless steel material sourcing, precision forging and machining of the jaw geometry across all three configurations and orientations, dimensional and functional inspection, hinge mechanism precision, and packaging. CE Mark certification confirms conformity with European Medical Device Regulation requirements for Class I reusable surgical instruments distributed within EU and associated regulatory territories. FDA compliance documentation is maintained for United States distribution, satisfying regulatory requirements for reusable spinal and neurosurgical instruments procured by US hospitals, neurosurgery and spine surgery practices, and surgical instrument distributors. These certifications satisfy procurement and tender documentation requirements of institutional buyers in the USA, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, and across international surgical instrument supply frameworks. Certificates of conformity and quality management system documentation are available on request. OEM manufacturing is available within the same certified manufacturing framework.
| SKU (Storefront) | PS-OT-0965 |
|---|---|
| Model Numbers | PS-9361 (Straight) / PS-9362 (Up-cutting) / PS-9363 (Down-cutting) |
| Product Name | Love-Gruenwald Intervertebral Disc Rongeurs |
| Price | $35.20 USD per piece |
| PS-9361 | Straight jaw orientation |
| PS-9362 | Up-cutting jaw orientation |
| PS-9363 | Down-cutting jaw orientation |
| Jaw Mechanism | — (not fully specified; data table lists "Bone Rongeur" as type — confirm cutting vs grasping mechanism with Peak Surgicals) |
| Note on Product Distinction | Shares Love-Gruenwald name and clinical application with the cup-jaw Love-Gruenwald Forceps (PS-9337/9338/9339/9340); relationship between the two listings should be confirmed with Peak Surgicals before procurement |
| Category | Spinal / Neurosurgical Surgical Instruments — Disc Rongeurs |
| Instrument Classification | Class I Reusable Surgical Instrument |
| Primary Indications | Discectomy — removal of herniated or degenerated intervertebral disc material; microdiscectomy and minimally invasive spine surgery |
| Clinical Setting | Operating room, spine surgery unit, neurosurgery unit |
| Users | Neurosurgeons, spine surgeons, orthopedic spine surgeons |
| Material | German Stainless Steel |
| Surface Finish | Satin / Dull / Mirror |
| Certifications | CE, ISO 13485, FDA |
| Reusability | Reusable |
| Quantity | 1 Piece per configuration selected |
| Rust Resistance | Yes |
| Warranty | 1 Year |
| MOQ | 1 Piece |
| OEM / Custom Orders | Available |
| Packing | Carton Box |
| Place of Origin | Pakistan |
| Brand | Peak Surgicals |
| Primary Use | Disc rongeur for discectomy — confirm exact jaw mechanism and relationship to the cup-jaw Love-Gruenwald Forceps with Peak Surgicals before ordering |
| After-Sale Service | Return and Replacement |
How does this product relate to the Love-Gruenwald Forceps also listed separately on the Peak Surgicals store?
Both products share the Love-Gruenwald name and address the same clinical application — removal of intervertebral disc material during discectomy. The companion listing, Love-Gruenwald Forceps (PS-9337/PS-9338/PS-9339/PS-9340), specifies cup-jaw dimensions (2mm and 3mm cup width) and uses "straight/angled-up/angled-down" terminology, suggesting a grasping mechanism. This listing uses "straight/up-cutting/down-cutting" terminology and identifies the instrument type as "Bone Rongeur" in the product data, which may indicate a different jaw mechanism — potentially incorporating a cutting or shearing action rather than purely grasping cup jaws — though this distinction is not fully confirmed in the available data. The two listings may represent genuinely distinct instruments within the Love-Gruenwald family suited to different disc tissue consistencies, or they may be overlapping listings for closely related instruments. Contact Peak Surgicals at info@peaksurgicals.com to confirm the precise jaw mechanism of each listing before selecting between them.
What does "up-cutting" and "down-cutting" mean for this instrument?
These terms describe the jaw orientation relative to the instrument handle, addressing the same access challenge as angled jaw designs across disc and spinal surgery instruments generally: the surgical corridor to the disc space, particularly in minimally invasive procedures with a fixed tubular retractor, provides a single fixed approach angle, while disc material requiring removal may be positioned in different quadrants of the disc space. The up-cutting configuration (PS-9362) directs jaw engagement toward disc material positioned superiorly, addressing material migrated cranially from a herniation site. The down-cutting configuration (PS-9363) provides the corresponding capability for inferiorly positioned or caudally migrated disc material. The straight configuration (PS-9361) provides direct engagement along the line of the surgical approach.
What procedures use this instrument?
Like other Love-Gruenwald pattern instruments, this disc rongeur is used in discectomy procedures — surgical removal of all or part of an intervertebral disc, performed for disc herniation causing nerve root or spinal cord compression, or for symptomatic disc degeneration. The straight, up-cutting, and down-cutting configurations allow the surgeon to address disc material positioned in different locations within the disc space from a fixed surgical approach, which is particularly relevant in minimally invasive and microdiscectomy techniques where the approach angle cannot be adjusted once the surgical corridor is established.
What sterilization protocol is recommended for this instrument?
The Love-Gruenwald Intervertebral Disc Rongeurs is manufactured from German stainless steel and is fully compatible with steam autoclave sterilization at 134°C pre-vacuum parameters. Ultrasonic cleaning before terminal sterilization is recommended for thorough removal of tissue debris from the jaw and hinge areas. At each reprocessing cycle, inspect the jaw surfaces for sharpness or grasping precision as appropriate to the instrument's design, and check the hinge for smooth, symmetric pivot action.
What certifications does this instrument carry, and are bulk or OEM orders available?
The Love-Gruenwald Intervertebral Disc Rongeurs (PS-9361, PS-9362, PS-9363) is manufactured under an ISO 13485-certified quality management system covering German stainless steel material procurement, precision forging and machining of the jaw geometry across all three configurations, and packaging. CE Mark certification confirms conformity with European Medical Device Regulation requirements for Class I reusable surgical instruments. FDA compliance documentation supports United States distribution. Certificates of conformity are available on request for hospital and surgical practice procurement and tender documentation. Bulk orders are accepted with a minimum of 1 piece per configuration, with volume pricing available for hospitals, neurosurgery and spine surgery practices, and surgical instrument distributors. OEM manufacturing for custom configurations or private-label branding is available within the same ISO 13485-certified framework. Free shipping applies on orders of $99 or more.
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