Clinical Application
Designed for controlled soft-tissue transection and flap creation during limb amputation procedures, the 9 cm cutting length provides sufficient reach for most extremity amputations while allowing precise control for shaping the stump and performing subcutaneous dissection. It is also used during traumatic amputations, revision amputations and operative debridement where a long, smooth cutting stroke and predictable tissue handling are required.
Design & Configuration
The moderate 9 cm blade length balances reach and tactile control: long enough to complete continuous incisions and create well-defined soft-tissue flaps, yet compact enough for accurate maneuvering around anatomical contours. The amputation-style cutting profile facilitates smooth slicing and controlled undermining, minimizing jagged edges and preserving tissue for optimal flap approximation. The blade-to-handle junction is designed to support single-hand control during both push and draw cutting motions.
Instrument Specifications
- Blade length: 9 cm
- Instrument type: Amputation knife (single cutting blade pattern)
- Typical uses: Soft-tissue transection, flap creation, stump shaping, debridement
- Construction: Surgical-grade stainless steel
- Reusable: Yes; compatible with standard sterilization practices
Material & Construction
Constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel to provide corrosion resistance, edge retention and suitability for repeated sterilization cycles. The instrument is manufactured as a reusable operating instrument and is compatible with standard hospital sterilization methods, including autoclave processing.
Quality & Compliance
Manufactured by FDA-registered OEM facilities and produced under strict quality control standards.
Brand Comparison
Comparable in form and function to equivalent instruments offered by major US medical suppliers.
Availability & Returns
- In-stock lead time: ships within ~1 week
- Out-of-stock lead time: 2–4 weeks
- Returns: 30-day return policy