Cushing Dura hook sharp tip

Clinical Application

Designed for neurosurgical dural management, this Cushing dura hook with a sharp tip is used to elevate, retract and selectively engage the dura mater during craniotomy, spinal decompression and other intracranial or intradural procedures. The fine, pointed hook provides secure engagement of the dural edge or adhesions allowing precise mobilization without broad tissue contact. It is commonly used by neurosurgeons and microsurgeons when working in confined fields under loupe or operative microscope visualization.

Design & Configuration

The instrument's slim, low-profile shaft and fine-pointed hook concentrate force at a small contact area to permit controlled lifting and separation of the dura from underlying structures. The single-ended hook geometry minimizes obstruction of the visual field and facilitates fine directional control in tight operative corridors. A sharp tip allows the surgeon to engage fibrous adhesions or create a small lead point for atraumatic elevation, while careful technique reduces the risk of unintended tissue penetration.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Dural hook
• Pattern / model: Cushing
• Configuration: Single-ended, hand-held hook with fine sharp tip
• Tip pattern: Pointed/sharp hook
• Typical use: Elevation and retraction of dura mater in cranial and spinal surgery
• Material / construction: Surgical-grade stainless steel
• Reusable: Yes

Material & Construction

Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel for corrosion resistance and durability. The fine point is precision-formed to provide consistent sharpness and predictable engagement of dural tissue. Constructed for repeated use and compatible with standard surgical instrument reprocessing methods.

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