Mayo Scissors str 18cm

Clinical Application

Straight Mayo scissors in an 18 cm length are a staple for general surgical procedures and procedural settings where controlled, powerful cutting is required. They are used to divide sutures and dressings, and to incise or excise relatively dense superficial tissues such as fascia, subcutaneous bands, and non-delicate connective tissue during wound closure, hernia repair, minor orthopaedic and gynecologic procedures, and other operative cases.

Design & Configuration

The straight blade geometry aligns the cutting surfaces in-line with the shaft, which provides precise, visible control when cutting along a plane or through sutures and dressings. The Mayo pattern features relatively robust shanks and blades that transmit cutting force efficiently, making it useful where a heavier-duty instrument is preferred over finer operating scissors. The 18 cm length balances reach and hand control, suitable for both operating room and ambulatory procedure use.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Surgical scissors
• Pattern / model: Mayo scissors
• Configuration: Straight
• Length / size: 18 cm
• Typical surgical use: Cutting sutures, fascia and dense superficial tissues
• Material / construction: Forged stainless steel
• Reusable: Yes

Material & Construction

Constructed from forged stainless steel for durability and corrosion resistance. The heavier blade profile characteristic of the Mayo pattern provides the rigidity needed for cutting denser tissues and sutures. Designed for repeated cleaning and sterilization in accordance with facility protocols.

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