Roberts Rib Shear 34cm, w/angular probe ended

Clinical Application

Designed for controlled cutting and removal of ribs during thoracic procedures, this long-handled rib shear facilitates rib resection, costal trimming, and chest-wall sculpting in open thoracotomy, trauma management, and oncologic chest-wall resections. The angular probe-ended tip aids safe passage along the rib surface while protecting underlying pleura and soft tissues, allowing surgeons to create exposure with reduced risk of inadvertent pleural entry or adjacent tissue damage.

Design & Configuration

The scissor-style shear mechanism provides direct, mechanical shearing force for efficient sectioning of cortical bone and costal cartilage. The 34 cm overall length offers deep reach into the thoracic cavity and improved leverage from the handles, keeping the operator's hands clear of the field. The angular probe-ended tip functions as a blunt dissector and guard: it helps the surgeon establish and maintain a plane between the rib and underlying structures before completing the cut. Robust jaws are designed to minimize bone splintering and to provide predictable cutting action under controlled force.

Instrument Specifications

• Pattern / model: Roberts rib shear
• Configuration: Angular probe-ended, scissor-style shear
• Length: 34 cm
• Tip: Angular probe-ended cutting jaws for guarded passage along the rib
• Primary use: Rib resection, trimming, and chest-wall exposure during thoracic surgery and trauma procedures
• Construction: Surgical-grade stainless steel; reusable

Material & Construction

Constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel with precision-ground cutting surfaces for consistent performance. The instrument is designed for repeated use and routine sterilization in standard hospital sterilization cycles. Joints and locking points are manufactured for durable, reliable operation under the mechanical loads typical of rib cutting.

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