Schuknecht Otology Knife 15.5cm

Clinical Application

Designed for delicate otologic work, this instrument is intended to perform precise soft-tissue incisions and controlled dissections within the confined spaces of the external auditory canal and middle ear. Common applications include mucoperiosteal elevation, tympanic membrane work during tympanoplasty or myringotomy, canalplasty, and fine dissection during mastoid or middle‑ear procedures performed under the operating microscope.

Design & Configuration

The slender, low-profile geometry provides unobstructed visualization and access in narrow ear canals while the elongated 15.5 cm overall length preserves tactile control at the handle. A fine, sharp cutting edge allows very controlled, incremental incisions, minimizing collateral tissue trauma—an important attribute for microsurgical maneuvers where precision is essential. The handheld configuration supports direct manual control for both incision and delicate tissue delineation.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Otology knife (Schuknecht pattern)
• Length: 15.5 cm overall
• Configuration: Low-profile blade with elongated handle for microscope work
• Tip: Fine, sharp precision blade for controlled soft-tissue incisions
• Typical use: Tympanoplasty, myringotomy, canalplasty, microsurgical ear dissection
• Material: Surgical-grade stainless steel
• Reusable: Designed for repeated clinical use

Material & Construction

Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel to provide a fine cutting edge and durable corrosion resistance. The construction is optimized for repeated clinical use and routine sterilization cycles, preserving edge integrity and handle ergonomics necessary for microsurgery.

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