Two different FastShuttle Suture Passer configurations are available.
The instrument is compatible with the Ø8.5 mm Medacta Cannula System.
SUTURE PASSER AND RETRIEVER CONFIGURATION
The suture passer and retriever configuration allows to pull out the suture from the same arthroscopic portal used to previously stitch the suture.
SUTURE PASSER CONFIGURATION
Suture to be disengaged from the grasping jaw and retrieved from an additional arthroscopic portal with a grasper.
FASTSHUTTLE SHOULDER NEEDLE
The tip of the needle has a hook-shape design to engage the preloaded suture and guide it through the soft tissue once the back handle is squeezed.
FASTSHUTTLE HAND INSTRUMENT GRASPER MECHANISM
Stage 1: soft tissue locking within the grasping jaws
Stage 2: needle advancement through soft tissue