Clinical Application
Designed for controlled cutting and resection of meniscal tissue during knee meniscal surgery, this right-oriented meniscotome facilitates precise trimming and excision of torn or degenerative meniscal fragments. Its blade profile enables access into confined joint spaces for work on the posterior horn and peripheral rim where accurate, atraumatic tissue removal is required.
Design & Configuration
The right-curved blade geometry provides an ergonomic cutting angle for approaching lesions from the corresponding side of the joint or portal. A 6 mm blade width delivers a balance between cutting capacity and tactile control, allowing the surgeon to perform incremental resections while maintaining visualization. The 17 cm overall length gives sufficient reach for intra-articular manipulation without excessive shaft length that can impede hand control.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument: Meniscotome (right orientation)
- Model: Smillie Meniscotome Right
- Blade width: 6 mm
- Overall length: 17 cm
- Primary use: Meniscal incision and resection (partial meniscectomy)
- Construction: surgical-grade stainless steel; reusable
Material & Construction
Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel and finished for corrosion resistance. The instrument features a ground cutting blade designed for consistent performance and repeated sterilization cycles. Reusable construction supports standard decontamination and sterilization 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