Krause Nasal snare

Clinical Application

Designed for controlled excision of pedunculated intranasal lesions, the snare is commonly used during diagnostic and therapeutic nasal endoscopy and functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS). It enables removal of polyps, redundant mucosal tags, and small intranasal growths in confined nasal cavities where precise, atraumatic resection is required. The instrument is suitable for use in outpatient procedures, clinic-based endoscopy, and operating-room settings under endoscopic visualization.

Design & Configuration

The slim, elongated shaft permits passage through narrow nasal passages and working channels of endoscopes while maintaining direct control of the distal loop. The wire loop is tightened from the proximal handle to encircle the lesion's stalk, allowing controlled mechanical transection with minimal traction on surrounding mucosa. The proximal control provides fine modulation of loop tension for staged cutting and improved safety in anatomically constrained regions.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Nasal snare
• Pattern / model: Krause
• Configuration: Slim shaft with distal wire loop and proximal control handle
• Tip / jaw pattern: Wire loop for pedicle capture and excision
• Typical surgical use: Endonasal polyp/pedicle excision and mucosal trimming
• Material / construction: Stainless steel; reusable

Material & Construction

Constructed for repeated clinical use, the instrument features a corrosion-resistant stainless steel shaft and a resilient distal wire loop sized for intranasal maneuvering. The proximal control mechanism is engineered for reliable actuation and tactile feedback during tissue engagement. Designed to withstand standard hospital reprocessing and sterilization cycles.

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