Endarterectomy striper

Clinical Application

This instrument is intended for use in open endarterectomy procedures to assist in the controlled mobilization and removal of atherosclerotic plaque from arterial walls. It is used after arteriotomy to develop a plane between plaque and the medial layer and to strip the remaining intimal plaque along the vessel lumen. Typical applications include carotid and peripheral arterial endarterectomy where atraumatic, controlled separation of plaque is required to restore a smooth luminal surface and optimize blood flow.

Design & Configuration

The blunt, spatula-like geometry spreads contact forces over a broad surface to reduce focal trauma to the arterial media while engaging the plaque for controlled dissection. A low-profile, flat stripping tip facilitates insertion into the subintimal plane and allows the surgeon to follow the plaque seam along curved arterial segments. The shaft and grip area are configured to provide direct manual control and tactile feedback during gradual advancement and stripping maneuvers, helping to minimize intimal flaps and preserve vessel integrity.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Endarterectomy stripper
• Tip configuration: Smooth, flat/blunt stripping spatula
• Intended procedures: Open carotid and peripheral endarterectomy
• Construction: Surgical-grade stainless steel
• Reusable: Yes — designed for repeated sterilization and clinical use

Material & Construction

Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel to provide corrosion resistance, durability, and the rigidity required for plaque separation. Designed for repeated clinical use and compatible with standard reprocessing and sterilization methods suitable for stainless steel surgical instruments.

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