Clinical Application
Micro curettes with an oval scoop are used for precise, atraumatic scraping and tissue removal in microsurgical procedures. This pattern is commonly employed in cranial and spinal neurosurgery for tasks such as focal tumor debulking, evacuation of soft hematoma material, dissection of membranes in the subarachnoid space, and cleaning of narrow operative corridors where controlled, delicate tissue removal is required.
Design & Configuration
The oval scoop geometry provides a broad, smooth contact surface that permits controlled scraping and scooping while minimizing focal tissue trauma. A long, slender shaft (19 cm) gives reach into deep or restricted operative fields without excessive instrument crowding at the wound margin, allowing the assistant and primary surgeon to maintain clear visualization under the operative microscope. The 'sh. oval' designation indicates the specific oval-shaped micro curette tip profile favored for delicate neurosurgical maneuvers.
Instrument Specifications
- Pattern: Yasargil micro curette
- Tip shape: Oval
- Overall length: 19 cm
- Intended use: fine dissection, scraping and removal of soft tissue/debris in microsurgical neurosurgical procedures
- Reusable construction
Material & Construction
Manufactured in surgical-grade stainless steel suitable for routine hospital sterilization and repeated use. The instrument's micro-formed oval scoop and rigid shaft are designed to withstand the torsional and axial forces encountered during delicate curettage maneuvers.
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