Tudor Edward/Vehmehren Rib Holder and Costotome 23cm

Clinical Application

This combined rib holder and costotome is designed to assist thoracic surgeons in gaining and maintaining access to the pleural cavity by securely grasping and performing controlled osteotomy of ribs. Typical indications include standard thoracotomy exposure, planned rib resection for access or reconstruction, costal osteotomy during chest wall procedures, and removal of fractured or diseased rib segments during trauma or tumor surgery. By integrating holding and cutting functions into one instrument, it reduces instrument exchanges at the operative field and allows the operator to stabilize the rib while performing the osteotomy.

Design & Configuration

The instrument combines a positive-hold jaw with an integrated cutting element so the surgeon can immobilize the rib and initiate a controlled cut without repositioning between separate instruments. The 23 cm length provides adequate reach within the thoracic cavity while maintaining tactile control at the handles. The geometry of the holding jaw is intended to reduce slippage and soft-tissue entrapment during manipulation, and the cutting component is configured to deliver focused force for clean costal transection while minimizing uncontrolled fragmentation.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Rib holder and costotome
• Pattern / model: Tudor Edward/Vehmehren
• Configuration: Combined holding and cutting instrument for single-handed operation
• Length: 23 cm
• Tip / jaw pattern: Combined holding jaw with integrated cutting blade
• Typical surgical use: Thoracotomy, rib resection, costal osteotomy, trauma repair
• Material / construction: Surgical-grade stainless steel
• Reusable: Yes

Material & Construction

Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel with precision machining for reliable joint function and consistent cutting performance. The instrument is designed for repeated clinical use and standard sterilization workflows; appropriate reprocessing (cleaning and autoclave sterilization) should be followed according to facility protocols and instrument care instructions to maintain function and longevity.

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