- A reusable surgical instrument is a specialized, long-reach version of the standard Size 3 handle, designed for use with safety-protected blade cartridges
Uses
- Surgical Procedures:
- Primarily used for tissue separation, puncturing, or cutting in hospitals and outpatient facilities
- Professional Settings:
- Intended for use by licensed medical practitioners in sterile operating environments
Features
- Safety Shield:
- Features a locking retractable shield with one-handed activation to cover the blade during assembly, use, and disposal
- Reusable Metal Construction:
- A durable stainless steel handle provides the weight and feel of a conventional scalpel
- Ambidextrous Design:
- The activation mechanism works for both right- and left-handed surgeons
- Size & Compatibility:
- Size 3L (long handle), used for procedures needing deeper tissue access; compatible with select Bard-Parker safety blade sizes
- Non-Sterile & Reusable:
- The handle itself is non-sterile and intended for multiple uses (after proper sterilization), while the blades are disposable
Benefits
- Injury Prevention:
- Minimizes accidental cuts and sharps exposure for clinicians before, during, and after procedures
- Regulatory Compliance:
- Helps medical facilities comply with OSHA and federal safety legislation regarding sharps safety
- Precision Performance:
- Retains the high-performing feel of traditional scalpels, ensuring surgical precision is not compromised for safety
- Durability:
- The corrosion-resistant metal build ensures long-term reliability in demanding clinical environments
