Clinical Application
The 90-degree otology hook is designed for controlled, low-profile manipulation within the external auditory canal and middle ear. It is used to lift and retract tympanomeatal flaps, mobilize thin membranes, free soft-tissue adhesions, and retrieve small fragments or packing material in otologic procedures where precise, point-contact traction is required.
Design & Configuration
The 90-degree bend places the tip perpendicular to the instrument shaft, enabling access to recesses of the ear canal and middle ear that are difficult to reach with straight instruments. This angulation improves line-of-sight for the surgeon and permits fine, controlled lifts of soft tissue with minimal shaft interference. The hooked tip provides a secure point of contact for atraumatic elevation and retraction in confined spaces.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Hook
- Pattern / model: Otology Hook 90
- Configuration: 90-degree angulation for right-angled access
- Tip pattern: Fine hooked tip for point-contact manipulation
- Typical use: Tympanomeatal flap elevation, membrane handling, adhesion dissection
- Material: Surgical-grade stainless steel construction
- Reusable: Yes — designed for standard sterilization
Material & Construction
Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel to provide corrosion resistance, precision tip geometry, and durability for repeated use. The instrument is designed for routine cleaning, high-level disinfection, and steam sterilization common to operating room workflows.
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