Penfield Dura Dissector 19.5cm Fig.3

Clinical Application

Designed for delicate blunt dissection of the dura mater and meningeal planes during cranial neurosurgical procedures. Common uses include elevation and separation of dural edges, creation of subdural working space, microsurgical plane development adjacent to cortical surfaces, and atraumatic retraction of dura during tumor resections, craniotomies, and decompressive procedures. The atraumatic spatula-style tip helps minimize tissue abrasion while providing controlled leverage in confined operative fields.

Design & Configuration

The straight 19.5 cm shaft provides reach and control for working within the cranial cavity and along dural surfaces without excessive instrument intrusion. The Fig. 3 geometry emphasizes a narrow, blunt working end that permits precise, tactile feedback to the surgeon during delicate maneuvers. The hand-held, non-locking configuration favors fine manipulation under the operating microscope where predictable, smooth motion and low-profile geometry are important.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Neurosurgical dura dissector
• Pattern / model: Penfield Fig. 3
• Length: 19.5 cm
• Tip: Blunt, spatula-style working end for atraumatic tissue separation
• Typical use: Dural elevation, plane development, atraumatic retraction in cranial procedures
• Material: Surgical-grade stainless steel
• Reusable: Yes — designed for repeated sterilization and clinical use

Material & Construction

Constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel with precision-forged working surfaces to maintain edge geometry and prevent tissue snagging. The finish is polished to facilitate cleaning and sterilization and to resist corrosion under routine reprocessing. The instrument is intended for repeated use and sterilization in accordance with facility protocols.

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