Colver Tonsil Knife 22.5cm

Clinical Application

Used for sharp dissection and excision in tonsillectomy and related oropharyngeal procedures. The instrument's blade profile is intended to divide peritonsillar tissues, transect the tonsillar pedicle and perform precise mucosal incisions where controlled, narrow cutting surfaces are required. It is suited for otolaryngology surgeons and operative teams performing routine or pediatric tonsillectomies, and for intra-oral procedures needing a slim, long-reach cutting instrument.

Design & Configuration

The length provides extended reach into the oropharynx while allowing the surgeon to maintain a comfortable hand position outside the patient's mouth. A single-edged cutting blade concentrates force along a narrow edge for controlled slicing and reduced collateral trauma. The balance between blade length and handle control supports precise dissection along the tonsillar capsule and pedicle during extracapsular or intracapsular techniques.

Instrument Specifications

• Type: Tonsil dissection knife (Colver pattern)
• Overall length: 22.5 cm
• Blade: Single-edged cutting blade designed for tonsillar dissection
• Primary use: Tonsillectomy and oropharyngeal mucosal dissection
• Construction: Reusable surgical instrument

Material & Construction

Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel to provide corrosion resistance and durability for repeated use. The instrument is produced as a precision cutting implement intended for routine clinical reprocessing and sterilization.

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