Clinical Application
Designed for controlled separation of the dura mater from underlying tissue planes, this blunt dissector is used during cranial and spinal neurosurgical procedures where atraumatic dissection and tactile feedback are required. It assists in creating working corridors, elevating dural edges, and freeing adhesions without sharp cutting that could increase the risk of dural tears or cerebrospinal fluid leak.
Design & Configuration
The blunt, atraumatic tip geometry minimizes the risk of puncture or laceration to the dura while allowing precise tissue elevation and plane development. A 21 cm working length provides reach across the cranial vault and into deeper operative fields within a compact footprint suitable for microsurgical and open approaches. The hand-held dissector form factor offers direct tactile feedback to the surgeon, aiding controlled blunt dissection and gentle tissue manipulation.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Blunt dura dissector
- Pattern / model: Sachs
- Configuration: Atraumatic blunt tip for tissue separation
- Length: 21 cm
- Typical use: Dural dissection in neurosurgery (cranial and spinal)
- Reusable: Yes
Material & Construction
Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel to withstand repeated sterilization cycles and provide long-term corrosion resistance. The simple, monolithic construction supports straightforward cleaning and inspection between cases. Reusable design reduces per-case instrument cost when properly maintained and reprocessed according to 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