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Craniotomy Mill T-07

The Craniotomy Mill T-07 is a critical component of the neurosurgical power tool suite, used after the initial burr holes (created by the T-06 drill) to safely cut the bone flap. Often referred to as a craniotome, the T-07 operates at high rotational speeds for efficient bone milling. Its most essential feature is the built-in protective footplate (dural guard). This guard automatically slides into the burr hole once the inner table of the skull is breached, positioning itself between the rotating cutter and the delicate dura mater. This mechanism allows the surgeon to safely and precisely mill the bone flap without the risk of accidentally lacerating the dura or injuring the brain. The TOOLMED T-07 delivers high performance, excellent ergonomics, and is fully autoclavable, meeting the most rigorous standards for modern neurosurgical instrumentation.
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Craniotomy Mill T-07 Overview


Craniotomy Mill T-07 Features and Benefits

Integrated Dural Guard (Footplate)

The core safety feature; the sliding guard automatically positions itself beneath the inner table of the skull upon engagement, protecting the dura mater and underlying neural tissue from the high-speed rotating mill head.

High-Speed Precision Milling

Operates at very high RPMs, ensuring fast, clean, and smooth bone removal along the path connecting the burr holes, minimizing surgical time and bone debris.

Excellent Ergonomics and Control

Designed with a low center of gravity and comfortable grip to allow for controlled movement along the curved surface of the skull, which is essential for safely creating a uniform bone flap.

Durable, Autoclavable Construction

The high-quality construction materials are fully sealed to withstand repeated high-pressure steam sterilization cycles without compromising motor function or the precision safety mechanism.


Craniotomy Mill T-07 Indications

Elective Craniotomy Procedures

Used to safely create a removable bone flap for procedures requiring access to the intracranial contents (e.g., tumor resection, aneurysm clipping, AVM repair).

Trauma and Evacuation

Rapid creation of a large bone flap in trauma settings for decompression or evacuation of intracranial hematomas.

Craniofacial and Skull Base Surgery

Precision milling of the skull base and cranial vault where controlled bone resection is mandatory.

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Craniotomy Mill T-07 Specifications

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Craniotomy Mill T-07 Insights


What is the Craniotomy Mill T-07?

The Craniotomy Mill T-07 is a high-speed surgical instrument, also known as a craniotome, designed to efficiently cut a controlled channel of bone between the burr holes made during a craniotomy. Its unique design features a protective footplate that prevents the rotating cutter from damaging the soft tissues and blood vessels located directly beneath the skull, making it indispensable for safe neurosurgical access.


Applications of Craniotomy Mill T-07

Its primary application is to safely connect the burr holes created by the Self-stopping Craniotomy Drill (T-06) to outline and free the bone flap. Once the flap is released, it can be lifted, allowing the neurosurgeon to access the brain (the cranial vault) for diagnostic or therapeutic interventions, such as tumor removal or hemorrhage control.


Advantages of Craniotomy Mill T-07

The most significant advantage is the dural protection offered by the mill’s footplate. This mechanical safeguard allows the surgeon to cut quickly and confidently along the bone surface, dramatically lowering the risk of iatrogenic dural tears, which can lead to CSF leaks, infection, or intracranial hemorrhage.


Biomechanics of Craniotomy Mill T-07

The mill operates on high rotational energy, converting it into controlled bone abrasion. Biomechanically, the sharp cutter edge and high speed ensure the bone is milled cleanly, minimizing vibration transfer to the brain tissue. The design distributes force along the footplate, ensuring stable movement and reducing the potential for eccentric force application during the milling process.


Surgical Technique of Craniotomy Mill T-07

After the burr holes are created, the surgeon inserts the Craniotomy Mill's footplate into one burr hole, ensuring the plate is positioned underneath the skull and resting on the dura. The mill is activated, and the surgeon guides the tool along the inner surface of the skull bone toward the next burr hole. The footplate protects the dura while the cutter mills the bone, creating a clean kerf (cut line) for the bone flap.


Postoperative Care of Craniotomy Mill T-07

The safe and clean bone flap creation facilitated by the T-07 is crucial for effective wound closure. By protecting the dura and avoiding dural tears, the T-07 minimizes the risk of post-operative CSF leakage and infection, which are key factors in neurological healing and overall patient recovery.


Conclusion

The Craniotomy Mill T-07 is indispensable for performing safe, high-precision craniotomies. Its engineered dural protection mechanism and high-speed efficiency provide neurosurgeons with the control necessary to execute the critical task of bone flap creation reliably and safely, upholding the highest standards of patient care.


FAQs of Craniotomy Mill T-07


How does the Craniotomy Mill compare to the Craniotomy Drill?

The Craniotomy Drill (T-06) creates the initial small burr holes. The Craniotomy Mill (T-07) is then used to connect these burr holes, cutting the bone flap itself. They are used sequentially in nearly every craniotomy.


Is the cutter head reusable or single-use?

The cutters (mills) for the T-07 are highly recommended as single-use items. This ensures maximum sharpness for efficient bone cutting and reduces the risk of thermal injury or transmission of biological contaminants.


Can the T-07 be used on different thicknesses of skull bone?

Yes, the footplate design is inherently adaptable. Once engaged beneath the inner table, it tracks the bone contour, allowing the surgeon to safely mill the flap regardless of localized variations in bone thickness.


What is the benefit of the high RPM in the T-07?

High RPMs are necessary for bone milling to achieve a clean cut and quickly remove material. This minimizes the time the instrument is in contact with the bone, which is critical for reducing frictional heat and bone dust generation.


How is the T-07 sterilized?

The entire handpiece and reusable accessories are designed for repeated sterilization, most commonly through high-temperature, high-pressure steam autoclaving, ensuring all surgical sterility standards are met.


Our Factory


Our factory is equipped with over 60 advanced CNC machines operated by 100+ skilled technicians, a 300 m² GMP-compliant clean room, and a 10,000 m² production facility. We maintain a CNAS and ISO 17025 certified testing center, invest heavily in CNC turning technology, and utilize high-precision inspection systems including CMM, PP, and QV to ensure product quality and consistency.

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Absolutely. We offer OEM/ODM services including custom packaging, branding, and product development tailored to your specifications.

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