Gigli saw
Gigli Saw
A Gigli saw (pronounced: jee-lee) is a flexible wire saw used in surgery, particularly in orthopedic and neurosurgery. It is named after its inventor, Leonardo Gigli, an Italian surgeon who introduced it in the early 20th century.
Etymology
The term "Gigli saw" is derived from the name of its inventor, Leonardo Gigli. Gigli, an Italian surgeon, introduced this surgical instrument in 1909. The word "saw" comes from the Old English term "sagu", which means to cut.
Description and Use
A Gigli saw is a flexible wire saw, which is used to cut through bone during surgery. It consists of a long, twisted wire with sharp teeth. The saw is typically used with two T-handles, which are attached to either end of the wire. The surgeon uses the handles to move the saw back and forth, cutting through the bone.
The Gigli saw is particularly useful in orthopedic surgery, where it is used to cut through hard bone. It is also used in neurosurgery, for procedures such as a craniotomy, where a section of the skull needs to be removed.
Related Terms
- Orthopedic surgery: A branch of surgery concerned with conditions involving the musculoskeletal system.
- Neurosurgery: The medical specialty concerned with the prevention, diagnosis, surgical treatment, and rehabilitation of disorders which affect any portion of the nervous system.
- Craniotomy: A surgical operation in which a bone flap is temporarily removed from the skull to access the brain.
- T-handle: A type of handle attached to surgical instruments, named for its T shape.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Gigli saw
- Wikipedia's article - Gigli saw
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