- With curved, blunt-point, tungsten carbide blades, designed for precise cutting during delicate surgical procedures
Uses
- Ophthalmic Surgery:
- The primary use is in strabismus surgery, a procedure involving the eye muscles
- Plastic Surgery:
- Employed in cosmetic and reconstructive procedures requiring fine dissection of delicate tissues
- Dermatology:
- Used for various dermatological procedures and tissue manipulation
- Podiatry & Veterinary Medicine:
- Applicable in podiatric and animal health surgeries
Features
- Tungsten Carbide (TC) Blades:
- The blades have tungsten carbide inserts seamlessly bonded to them, providing superior sharpness and durability
- Design:
- Curved blades with blunt tips to minimize the risk of accidental damage to surrounding structures during delicate dissection
- Length:
- Approximately 4-1/2 inches (115 mm) in total length
- Material:
- Expertly crafted from high-quality, surgical-grade German stainless steel
- Identification:
- Features gold-plated finger rings, the signature identifier for Miltex's tungsten carbide instruments
- Grade:
- O.R. (Operating Room) Grade instrument, meeting high clinical standards
Benefits
- Extended Sharpness:
- Tungsten carbide blades stay sharp for significantly longer periods compared to standard stainless steel scissors, potentially for years
- Precision Cutting:
- The premium-grade blades and precise alignment facilitate ultra-sharp, clean cuts in muscle and other tissues
- Longevity:
- The durable tungsten carbide cutting edges represent a considerable cost savings over time due to their extended service life and reduced need for frequent sharpening or replacement
- Reliability:
- Manufactured in Germany to exacting specifications, these instruments offer a consistent "surgical feel" and dependable performance
- Corrosion Resistance:
- A passivation process during manufacturing helps protect the instrument against corrosion from repeated sterilization cycles
