Tongue Depressor bayonet 14.5cm

Clinical Application

This bayonet-style tongue depressor provides controlled anterior retraction of the tongue to expose the oropharynx and hypopharynx during clinical examination and minor ENT procedures. It is used in outpatient clinics, preoperative airway assessment, bedside evaluations, and procedural settings where unobstructed visualization of the posterior oral cavity is required. The instrument is useful for facilitating inspection, foreign body removal, topical treatments, and assisting access for suction or instrumentation without blocking the operator's line of sight.

Design & Configuration

The bayonet geometry offsets the operator's hand from the instrument axis so the palm and fingers do not obstruct the visual field. The angled shaft permits parallel alignment with laryngoscopes, suction devices, or headlamps, allowing simultaneous use of other instruments. The 14.5 cm length gives adequate reach for adult oral cavities while the flat depressor surface distributes contact pressure to reduce localized mucosal trauma during retraction.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Tongue depressor (bayonet)
• Pattern / model: Bayonet pattern
• Configuration: Bayonet-shaped shaft for line-of-sight access
• Length or size: 14.5 cm
• Tip / jaw pattern: Flat, smooth depressor tip
• Typical surgical use: Oral and oropharyngeal retraction during ENT exams and minor procedures
• Material / construction: Surgical-grade stainless steel
• Reusable: Yes

Material & Construction

Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel to provide durability and corrosion resistance expected in reusable ENT instruments. The depressor surface is finished smooth to minimize mucosal abrasion and to facilitate cleaning. The construction is designed for repeated use and routine hospital sterilization workflows.

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