{"product_id":"bone-holding-forceps-self-centering-copy","title":"Kern Bone Holding Forceps","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eKern Bone Holding Forceps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Kern Bone Holding Forceps from Surgix Instrumentsis a specialized veterinary orthopaedic instrument designed for secure bone fragment holding during fracture reduction. The distinctive round, ring-shaped serrated jaws provide 360-degree grip around the bone, allowing stable fixation without obstructing the surgical field.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Kern pattern is particularly valued for its ability to hold bone firmly while leaving the fracture site fully accessible for plating, drilling, and screw placement. Available in three lengths to suit a range of patient sizes and surgical depths.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable lengths:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e125mm – For small animals including cats, small breed dogs, rabbits, and exotic species\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e170mm – Standard general purpose length for medium to large dogs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e215mm – Extended reach for large breed dogs, deep surgical fields, and equine use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRound serrated jaws – Encircle the bone for secure 360-degree grip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpen centre design – Allows unobstructed access to fracture site during plating and drilling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSelf-locking ratchet mechanism – Maintains constant reduction pressure hands-free\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMultiple ratchet positions – Provides adjustable compression force\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh-grade stainless steel – Corrosion resistant and fully autoclavable up to 135°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpring-loaded handles – Reduces hand fatigue during lengthy procedures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy choose SurgixInstruments\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Kern pattern is a trusted design in veterinary orthopaedics for its ability to hold bone securely without crowding the surgical field. Unlike traditional forceps that grip from one side, the round jaws distribute pressure evenly around the bone circumference. Each instrument is individually inspected for jaw alignment, serration integrity, and ratchet function. Backed by a one-year warranty.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFracture reduction and temporary fixation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlate and screw osteosynthesis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntramedullary pinning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBone grafting procedures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmall, medium, and large animal orthopaedics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ds-scroll-area ds-scroll-area--show-on-focus-within _1210dd7 c03cafe9\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e125mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e170mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e215mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLength\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e125 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e170 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e215 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJaw type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRound, ring-shaped with serrations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRound, ring-shaped with serrations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRound, ring-shaped with serrations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRatchet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSelf-locking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSelf-locking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSelf-locking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e410 stainless steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e410 stainless steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e410 stainless steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSterilization\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAutoclave up to 135°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAutoclave up to 135°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAutoclave up to 135°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSatin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSatin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSatin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 x Kern Bone Holding Forceps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCleaning and maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClean immediately after use. Ultrasonic cleaning recommended. Pay special attention to the round jaw interior and serrations to remove bone debris. Lubricate ratchet mechanism and hinge joint before autoclaving.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shark Instruments","offers":[{"title":"125mm","offer_id":61713149198666,"sku":"BH-298","price":49.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"170mm","offer_id":61713149231434,"sku":"BH-299","price":54.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"215mm","offer_id":61713149264202,"sku":"BH-300","price":64.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1005\/5575\/1754\/files\/Kern_Bone_Holding_Forceps_125-215mm_Veterinary_Viva_Instruments.png?v=1777236738","url":"https:\/\/surgixinstruments.com\/products\/bone-holding-forceps-self-centering-copy","provider":"SURGIX INSTRUMENTS","version":"1.0","type":"link"}