Krause (Balance) Ear Polypus Snare 16cm

Clinical Application

This instrument is designed for controlled excision of aural polyps, small pedunculated masses, and select soft tissue within the external auditory canal. It is intended for use under direct vision with an otologic speculum and microscope or magnification, enabling precise capture and transection of tissue at the polyp stalk while minimizing manipulation of the surrounding canal and tympanic membrane.

Design & Configuration

The Krause balance-style snare features a slender shaft and a fine wire loop that is sized for access to the external auditory canal. The balance-style handle provides tactile control of loop advancement and retraction so the operator can tighten the loop around the lesion's base with fine incremental control. The loop geometry allows encirclement of pedunculated tissue and delivers mechanical transection without the need for thermal energy, which can help reduce collateral thermal injury in the confined ear canal.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Ear polypus snare
• Pattern / model: Krause (Balance)
• Configuration: loop snare with balance-style handle control
• Length: 16 cm
• Tip / jaw pattern: wire loop
• Typical use: excision of aural polyps and pedunculated soft tissue in the external auditory canal
• Material / construction: stainless steel (reusable)

Material & Construction

Constructed from durable surgical-grade stainless steel with a precision-formed wire loop and polished shaft for smooth insertion through specula. The instrument is designed for repeated sterilization and reuse when processed according to facility sterilization 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