Smillie Meniscotome Left 6mm, 17cm

Clinical Application

Designed for controlled excision and trimming of meniscal tissue during knee procedures, particularly partial meniscectomy and meniscal debridement. The left-oriented blade geometry facilitates access to tears located on the surgeon's left side of the joint or when a left-curved approach is preferred from standard arthroscopic portals or small open exposures. The narrow 6 mm cutting profile enables targeted resection of damaged tissue while minimizing contact with adjacent articular cartilage.

Design & Configuration

The left-curved blade configuration provides an angular approach to posterior and mid-body meniscal tears that can be difficult to reach with straight instruments. At 17 cm overall length, the instrument balances reach into the joint with tactile control at the handle, allowing precise bite placement and incremental tissue removal. The 6 mm blade width offers a slim footprint for selective excision and improved visualization through arthroscopic portals or limited exposures.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Meniscotome (meniscal knife)
• Pattern / model: Smillie Meniscotome Left
• Configuration: Left-curved cutting blade orientation
• Length: 17 cm
• Blade width: 6 mm
• Typical use: Partial meniscectomy, meniscal trimming and debridement
• Construction: Surgical stainless steel, reusable

Material & Construction

Constructed from corrosion-resistant surgical stainless steel to provide durable cutting performance and resistance to repeated sterilization cycles. The slim 6 mm cutting profile and curved geometry are precision-formed to preserve edge integrity across routine use and reprocessing. Designed for reusable clinical workflows and compatible with standard sterilization practices.

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