Clinical Application
Designed for controlled removal of cerumen and small foreign bodies from the external auditory canal, this instrument combines a concave spoon for scooping with a fine seeker for probing and engagement. It is intended for use during clinic procedures, bedside ear care, and in minor otologic procedures where direct mechanical debridement is required. The spoon permits atraumatic extraction of wax and debris while the seeker assists in locating, mobilizing, or hooking small objects under direct visualization (otoscope or microscope).
Design & Configuration
The concave spoon geometry conforms to the curvature of the ear canal to allow secure capture of soft cerumen and particulate debris. An integrated seeker provides a narrow, pointed tip for gentle probing, loosening impacted material, and improving control during retrieval. The overall 12 cm length offers adequate reach and hand clearance for operator control while working under magnification or otoscopic guidance.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Ear spoon with seeker
- Pattern / model: Gross Ear Spoon with Seeker
- Configuration: Spoon tip with integrated seeker/probe
- Length: 12 cm
- Tip pattern: Concave spoon and pointed seeker
- Typical use: Cerumen removal, canal debridement, foreign-body retrieval
- Material: Surgical‑grade stainless steel
- Reusable: Yes
Material & Construction
Constructed from surgical‑grade stainless steel for corrosion resistance and repeated sterilization. The one-piece profile and smooth finish reduce tissue snagging and facilitate cleaning and sterilization between uses.
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