Dahmen-Lexer gouge 8 5/8" straight 5.0mm wide blade, phenolic handle

Focused Control for General and Orthopedic Gouging Tasks

The Dahmen-Lexer gouge is a straight 8 5/8-inch surgical gouge with a 5.0 mm wide blade and phenolic handle, intended for controlled gouging work in general surgery and orthopedic settings. Its straight profile supports a direct working approach, while the defined blade width helps clinicians select a focused instrument for tasks requiring a narrower cutting path. The phenolic handle provides a familiar hand-held format for instrument manipulation during routine operative workflows. With its extended length, this gouge can support access where a longer instrument is preferred. Use it as part of a properly selected instrument set and facility-approved technique.

Use Cases

• Perform focused gouging tasks in general surgical instrument workflows.
• Support orthopedic procedures requiring a straight gouge with a 5.0 mm blade width.
• Use the extended 8 5/8-inch format when a longer hand instrument is preferred for access.
• Apply the straight profile when a direct instrument approach is appropriate.
• Incorporate the phenolic-handled gouge into routine operative setups requiring controlled manual handling.

Specifications

Care & Reprocessing

• Clean and reprocess according to the facility's approved procedures and the applicable manufacturer instructions for use.
• Inspect the blade, straight profile, and phenolic handle before and after use for visible damage, deformation, or contamination.
• Handle the blade carefully during cleaning, transport, and setup to help protect its working edge.
• Store the gouge in a clean, protected location that prevents contact damage to the blade and handle.

General use; follow facility protocols.