Clinical Application
Designed for controlled, fine incisions in confined or curved anatomical planes, this sickle-geometry knife is well suited to procedures requiring precision cutting and directional control. The acute, sickle-shaped tip permits scoring, releasing, and undercutting of soft tissue along curved margins—useful during delicate microsurgical work and soft-tissue adjustments commonly encountered in otolaryngology, ophthalmic, and reconstructive procedures.
Design & Configuration
The angulated sickle blade provides a slicing action that follows curved surfaces while maintaining visual access to the cutting edge. The single cutting edge and acute tip allow the surgeon to direct short, controlled strokes and to reach around small structures without excessive tissue retraction. At 15.5 cm overall length, the geometry balances handle control with reach for working in narrow fields.
Instrument Specifications
- Pattern: Wullstein Plester sickle knife
- Overall length: 15.5 cm
- Blade style: Sickle-shaped, single cutting edge with acute tip
- Intended use: Precise soft-tissue incision and dissection in confined/curved anatomy
- Construction: Reusable surgical instrument compatible with standard sterilization
Material & Construction
Manufactured from surgical‑grade stainless steel with a precision-ground cutting edge to maintain sharpness through repeated use. Constructed for reprocessing and reuse, the instrument is compatible with routine sterilization methods used in operative settings.
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