Clinical Application
This sharp, rigid curette is designed for controlled scraping and debridement of soft tissue, granulation tissue, necrotic material, or debris from cavities and wound beds. Its sharp-edged cup is intended to provide precise tissue removal with tactile feedback, useful when clear margins or delicate, layered curettage are required.
Design & Configuration
The rigid shaft provides direct transmission of force for deliberate scraping motions and improved control compared with flexible instruments. The 34 cm overall length permits access into deeper cavities or working channels while maintaining hand clearance outside the field. The 40 mm sharp curette cup balances surface area for efficient tissue capture with a profile that allows targeted removal in confined spaces. The Fig.16 designation denotes the specific cup/shaft geometry for this pattern, facilitating repeatable handling and technique.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Curette (sharp)
- Pattern / model: Bumm, Fig.16
- Configuration: Rigid shaft, sharp-edged cup
- Overall length: 34 cm
- Cup diameter: 40 mm
- Typical use: Targeted scraping, debridement, and tissue removal
- Construction: Surgical-grade stainless steel, reusable
Material & Construction
Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel for corrosion resistance and durability. Engineered for repeated use and reprocessing, the instrument is capable of standard sterilization cycles when 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