Clinical Application
Straight sharp/blunt operating scissors provide controlled cutting for soft-tissue dissection, trimming, and suture cutting in open procedures. The combination of a sharp edge on one blade and a blunt opposing blade enables precise incisions and clean suture removal while reducing the risk of unintended penetration of adjacent structures. At 18.5 cm overall length this pattern offers balanced reach and tactile control for general surgical cases and minor procedures where fine cutting control is required.
Design & Configuration
The straight blade geometry produces a predictable, linear cutting plane ideal for surface dissection and horizontal trimming. A sharp/beveled cutting blade delivers a clean shear, while the blunt mating blade protects underlying tissue and provides a stable platform during cutting. This configuration supports fingertip control for delicate maneuvers and efficient suture management during closure.
Instrument Specifications
- Type: Operating scissors (Op-Scissors)
- Configuration: Straight
- Tip: Sharp on one blade, blunt on the opposing blade
- Overall length: 18.5 cm
- Typical uses: Soft-tissue cutting, dissection, trimming, suture cutting
Material & Construction
Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel to provide corrosion resistance and durability for repeated clinical use. Designed and finished for dependable blade alignment and cutting performance. Reusable construction compatible with standard hospital sterilization processes including steam autoclave.
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