Clinical Application
Designed for use in thyroid and related cervical procedures, this dissector facilitates atraumatic mobilization of the thyroid gland and development of tissue planes during hemithyroidectomy, total thyroidectomy and excision of goitres. Its tapered profile helps separate the thyroid capsule from surrounding strap muscles and connective tissue, allows controlled dissection around the recurrent laryngeal nerve and parathyroid glands, and aids blunt and limited sharp dissection in a confined neck field.
Design & Configuration
The instrument’s slender, tapered shaft and dissecting tip provide access in the narrow cervical operative field while preserving tactile feedback for the surgeon. At 15 cm overall length the geometry balances reach and control for both superficial and deeper dissection during open neck procedures. The profile is optimized for precise advancement along anatomical planes, minimizing unnecessary traction on adjacent structures.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Dissector
- Pattern / model: Kocher Goitre (Thyroid) Dissector
- Configuration: Hand-held tapered dissector with slender shaft
- Length: 15 cm
- Tip: Tapered dissecting tip for blunt and controlled sharp mobilization
- Typical use: Thyroid and cervical soft-tissue dissection, goitre mobilization
- Material: Surgical-grade stainless steel
- Reusable: Designed for repeated sterilization
Material & Construction
Manufactured from surgical‑grade stainless steel to provide corrosion resistance and durability through repeated sterilization cycles. The instrument is constructed for precise edge geometry and a balanced feel suitable for delicate cervical soft-tissue handling. Reusable construction supports standard hospital 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