24. NextEdge Surgical SKU 11-1030-19 | Kern Pattern
Bone Holding Forceps
Small and medium fracture fragments can shift easily during fixation, particularly once drilling or
plate positioning begins. NextEdge Surgical SKU 11-1030-19 Kern Pattern Bone Holding
Forceps gives the surgical team a compact way to secure suitable fragments while maintaining
access to the surrounding operative area.
The Kern pattern is well suited to controlled fragment holding because its jaws can engage the
bone firmly while the overall configuration remains relatively compact. This can be useful when
the surgeon needs stability without unnecessarily obstructing the fracture site.
During fixation, the forceps can assist with:
● Holding a reduced fragment in its intended position.
● Maintaining alignment while fixation hardware is positioned.
● Stabilizing bone during drilling or preparation.
● Providing temporary hands-free control during selected steps.
The locking mechanism keeps the forceps engaged once applied, reducing the need for
continuous manual pressure. The serrated jaw surfaces help maintain contact with the bone
when the clamp is appropriately positioned.
SKU 11-1030-19 can be combined with bone surgery instruments used throughout fracture reduction and
fixation procedures. Its compact configuration can be especially useful when visibility around the
fracture line needs to be preserved.
Inspection of the jaws, hinge, and locking mechanism should form part of routine instrument
preparation. Any reusable clamp should also undergo the facility’s established cleaning,
inspection, and sterilization process.
For trauma sets requiring a compact holding solution, the Kern pattern forceps provides useful
control during fracture fixation.
Add SKU 11-1030-19 to your reduction instrument selection.
