Politzer Paracentesis Needle 16cm

Clinical Application

Designed for controlled tympanic membrane paracentesis (myringotomy) to evacuate middle ear effusion, obtain middle ear specimens for culture, or deliver local medication. The instrument is intended for use in outpatient ENT clinics, ambulatory surgery centers and operating rooms for both pediatric and adult patients where precision and minimal tissue trauma are required.

Design & Configuration

The single-piece hollow needle and elongated shaft provide tactile control and reach while maintaining a low-profile working end to reduce stress on the tympanic membrane margin. The fine, sharp tip enables a precise incision with minimal tearing, and the lumen permits controlled aspiration or direct connection to small-bore suction or syringe systems for evacuation or sampling.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Paracentesis (myringotomy) needle
• Pattern / model: Politzer paracentesis needle
• Configuration: Hollow needle with elongated handle for manual control
• Length: 16 cm
• Tip: Fine sharp needle tip designed for precise tympanic membrane incision
• Typical use: Middle ear paracentesis, aspiration, culture sampling, medication instillation
• Material: Surgical-grade stainless steel
• Reusable: Yes — sterilizable between cases

Material & Construction

Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel for corrosion resistance and long service life under repeated sterilization cycles. The streamlined, single-piece construction minimizes crevices and facilitates cleaning and sterilization, supporting reusable workflow in high-volume ENT practice settings.

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