Tendon Stripper malleable shaft 4.5mm, 23cm

Clinical Application

This instrument is designed for controlled subcutaneous stripping and harvesting of tendons used as grafts in reconstructive procedures. Its length and low-profile shaft permit advancement through small incisions or percutaneous approaches to free tendon attachments with minimal soft-tissue disruption. Typical uses include harvesting hamstring tendons for ACL reconstruction and obtaining other superficial tendons for grafting.

Design & Configuration

The malleable shaft can be contoured intraoperatively to follow the anatomic course of the tendon, facilitating access around curves and through limited exposures. A 4.5 mm shaft diameter provides a balance of low profile for reduced tissue trauma and sufficient column strength to permit controlled advancement and stripping. At 23 cm overall length the instrument reaches deeper harvest sites without the need for extended incisions.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Tendon stripper
• Pattern / model: Malleable shaft
• Configuration: Contourable shaft for intraoperative adjustment
• Length / size: 4.5 mm shaft diameter; 23 cm length
• Typical surgical use: Tendon harvesting and subcutaneous stripping for grafting
• Material / construction: Surgical-grade stainless steel
• Reusable: Yes

Material & Construction

Constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel to endure repeated use and standard sterilization processes. The malleable shaft is engineered to accept controlled bending while maintaining structural integrity, supporting reliable performance during tendon harvest procedures. Reusable construction supports cost-effective instrument management in high-volume operative settings.

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