- Sterile scalpel is used for surgical procedures that require a long, curved incision
Uses
- Making long incisions:
- The large, curved cutting edge of the #10 blade makes it ideal for performing long, sweeping incisions, such as those made during a laparotomy
- Cutting soft tissues:
- The shape of the blade is well-suited for general soft tissue dissection and cutting
- General surgery:
- It is a versatile tool used in various medical and dental surgical applications where a broad, rounded cutting edge is beneficial
- Dermaplaning:
- The #10 blade is also used in some aesthetic procedures like dermaplaning to exfoliate larger areas of the face
Features
- Size #10 blade:
- This blade shape features a large, curved cutting edge for general surgical use
- Disposable:
- Each scalpel is single-use, which eliminates the need for sterilization and reduces the risk of cross-contamination
- Sterile:
- The scalpels are individually packaged in peel-open foil packs to maintain sterility prior to use
- Material:
- It features a durable stainless steel blade and a plastic handle
- Handle features:
- The plastic handle includes a millimeter scale for measurement reference during procedures
- Quality assurance:
- The product is tested for consistent high quality and assured quality to international standards
