Reverdin Suture Needle
Reverdin Suture Needle
Reverdin Suture Needle is a tool used during surgical procedures to assist in sewing or suturing. This needle contains a slide near the handle to allow the tiny eye on the tip of the needle to open or close. This small hole is also the location in which a thread is passed through. Various styles of needle curves are available according to the area that will need suturing.
Reynolds Dissecting Scissors
slightly curved blades, tenotomy tips
Reynolds Dissecting Scissors are handcrafted from surgical grade German stainless steel and are designed to allow for maximum control. The upper blade is sharp to cleanly cut through tissue while the lower blade is serrated to grip the tissue. There is also a model available with plain edges. The slightly curved blade style makes these instruments ideal for cutting deep tissues.
Rib Raspatory
Rib Raspatory
double-ended, 11-3/8" (29.0 cm)
Davidson-Alexander Rib Raspatory is commonly utilized in some cardiothoracic procedures. It features two scoop shaped heads, one small and one large, on opposing ends of the instrument. This raspatory can be useful in procedures where surgical approaches require entry through regions where it is necessary to go through the ribs or to enlarge certain openings to allow easier access to the surgical field.
Rib Raspatory
Rib Raspatory
double-ended, elevator blade 15.0 mm wide, stripper end 22.0 mm wide, 8-3/4" (22.0 cm)
Lebsche Sternal Chisel is an instrument commonly used in cardiothoracic procedures specifically in procedures involving splitting the sternum. This chisel is ideally used in a midline sternotomy where it is necessary to make an incision and create a split down the midline of the sternum. The chisel shaped instrument can be hit with a driving force such as a mallet to generate the power needed to split the bone.
Rib Retractors
Rib Retractors
aluminum arms & blades
Cooley Rib Retractor is the ideal instrument for use during cardiothoracic procedures when there is an absolute need to keep the surgical field open by spreading the ribs. These retractors are crafted from aluminum and have two arms with a lip that allows it to be inserted between the ribs and and adjustable ratchet which gives precise control of the amount of spread. This instrument is available in two sizes: adult and pediatric.
Rib Shears
Rib Shears
slightly s-shaped, 13-3/8" (34.0 cm)
Bethune Rib Shears are the ideal shears for use in cardiothoracic surgical procedures that necessitate clipping of ribs. These shears are slightly s-shaped and feature a very long handle with a smaller head for precise clipping and are comprised of premium German operating-room grade stainless steel.
Rib Shears
Rib Shears
Coryllos-Bethune Rib Shears are crafted for use in cardiothoracic surgery. These shears are crafted with two long handles that are attached to be operated in a scissoring fashion. Additionally, the unique aspect of these shears are the recessed points which allow for rib clipping while offering some protection to the brachial plexus. This instrument is available in both right and left handed models in two varying lengths to accommodate a variety of patient sizes as well as surgeon preferences.
Rib Shears
Rib Shears
10" (25.0 cm)
Giertz Rib Shears are optimally designed for cutting ribs in cardiothoracic surgery. The right-angled turn in the neck of this shear allows for increased maneuverability while maintaining the handle out of the surgical field. This unique design allows for the rib to be clipped while still leaving the surgical field open and accessible by taking the handle out of the plane of the ribs. The hook shaped blade allows the contour of the rib to sit in this groove and be cut cleanly.
Rib Shears
Rib Shears
10-1/2" (26.7 cm)
Gluck Rib Shears are a useful tool in many cardiothoracic surgical procedures. These shears feature curved blades as well as a pivot point allowing for smooth scissoring action. The curved blade is designed to sit along the curved edge of the rib and thus matching its contour for a clean cut.
