Clinical Application
Designed for controlled debridement and curettage of the maxillary antrum, this instrument is used in ENT and oral & maxillofacial procedures to remove diseased mucosa, polypoid tissue, granulation, small foreign material, or loose bony fragments. The length and working-end geometry make it suitable for access via intranasal approaches or transantral openings (e.g., during antral surgery or Caldwell–Luc procedures) where tactile feedback and targeted scraping are required.
Design & Configuration
The concave, scoop-style working end provides a broad, controlled scraping surface that distributes force across tissue for efficient curettage while preserving surrounding structures. At 17 cm overall length the instrument reaches the posterior and superior recesses of the maxillary sinus without excessive shaft bulk. The Fig.2 pattern denotes the specific Coakley curvature used to optimize access into the antrum and to improve surgeon ergonomics when performing focused debridement.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Antrum curette
- Pattern/model: Coakley Fig.2
- Overall length: 17 cm
- Working end: Scoop/concave (spoon-shaped) curette tip
- Typical use: Maxillary antrum mucosal curettage and debridement
- Construction: Surgical stainless steel; reusable
Material & Construction
Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel for corrosion resistance and durability in repeated sterilization cycles. The single-piece working end and shaft construction preserves tactile transmission to the surgeon's hand, aiding controlled scraping and tissue removal. Reusable construction supports cost-effective inventory management in hospitals and ambulatory surgery centers.
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