Sternal Awl
Sternal Awl
Sternal Awl can be useful in cardiothoracic surgical procedures specifically in making access holes through the sternum. These holes can be created to thread stainless steel wire through to close up the incision of a midline sternotomy, the awl can be useful both in creation of the holes as well as in threading the wire through. This instrument is designed with a large cylindrical shaped handle and a sharpened drill-like point for ease in penetration of the sternum.
Stevens Tenotomy Scissors – Mirror Finish
mirror finish, blunt tips, 4-1/2" (11.5 cm)Â Stevens Tenotomy Scissors are a commonly used tool in ophthalmologic surgeries. The scissors are designed to cut the insertion of the extra-ocular orbital muscles. This is accomplished by placing one blade of the scissors behind the tendon. The scissors feature blunt tips to reduce damage to the surrounding orbital tissue and are available in a straight or curved profile depending on surgical preference.
Stevenson Lacrimal Sac Retractor – Curved Teeth
curved teeth, 20.0 mm spread, 3-1/3" (8.5 cm)Â Stevenson Lacrimal Sac Retractor is a specialized tool during dacryocystectomy procedures. The instrument is designed to widen the edges of the skin incision, exposing the lacrimal sac. The retractor features blunt prongs designed to minimize disuse damage. Up to a 20.0 mm spread can be achieved to accommodate patient variation.
Stevenson Lacrimal Sac Retractor – Solid Serrated Blades
solid, serrated blades, 20.0 mm spread, 3-1/3" (8.5 cm)Â Stevenson Lacrimal Sac Retractor is a specialized tool during dacryocystectomy procedures. The instrument is designed to widen the edges of the skin incision, exposing the lacrimal sac. The retractor features serrated tips designed to minimize tissue slippage. Up to a 20.0 mm spread can be achieved to accommodate patient variation.
Stitch Scissors – Ribbon-Style Ring Handle
ribbon style ring handle, curved sharp pointed tipsStich Scissors are a particularly useful tool in posteroperative management of ophthalmologic procedures. The curved sharp blade is designed to remove stitches from the conjunctiva or eyelids following an incision. The scissors are available in two different working lengths depending on surgical preference.
Stitch Scissors – Spring Handle
fine delicate blades, sharp tips, straight, 4-1/2" (11.5 cm)Â Stich Scissors are a particularly useful tool in posteroperative management of ophthalmologic procedures. The straight sharp blade is designed to remove stitches from the conjunctiva or eyelids following an incision. Sharp tips also aid in the removal of stiches during the procedure.
