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A Gigli saw is a flexible wire saw used by surgeons for bone cutting. [1] A Gigli saw is used mainly for amputation, where the bones have to be smoothly cut at the level of amputation. [2] It is also used in veterinary medicine for cutting antler, horn, and tusks, as well as bone.
The speed, precision, safety, space required, as well as the adjustable blade of the oscillating saw make it ideal for a field amputation. A Gigli saw is an excellent backup for when electrical tools cannot be used. Through bone amputation is faster than a through joint amputation.
- Dominik A. Jakob, Michael Minneti, Elizabeth R. Benjamin, Lydia Lam, Morgan Schellenberg, Kazuhide M...
- 2021
The Gigli saw can be used easily for both open and closed transmetatarsal amputations. Dissection is minimal, and incisions are taken straight to bone at the respective amputation level. The plantar and dorsal flaps are created in anticipation of closure.
Jul 1, 2021 · Speed, precision, safety, space requirements and the adjustable blade make the oscillating saw ideal for a field amputation. • A Gigli saw is an excellent backup for a field amputation when electrical tools cannot be used. • Through bone is faster than a through joint field amputation.
- Dominik A. Jakob, Michael Minneti, Elizabeth R. Benjamin, Lydia Lam, Morgan Schellenberg, Kazuhide M...
- 2021
A Gigli Saw Wire is a flexible wire saw used by surgeons to cut bones. It is composed of of multiple, flexible, wires twisted in such a way as to create multiple cutting surfaces. There are loops on both ends that can be attached to a handle. It is commonly used for amputation of limbs.
Oct 4, 2016 · bevel the femoral edge using a saw or rasp to smooth the remaining edge and to leave a less prominent point of contact for the prosthesis
The subperiosteal percutaneous Gigli saw osteotomy technique also known as the Afghan technique, is a recognized and popular method for performing osteotomies in long bones, as well as the foot, which preserves the periosteum while completely transecting the endosteum. 1–3.
