Cottle Tonsil & Nasal Scissors

Description

Cottle Tonsil & Nasal Scissors

Cottle nasal scissors carry the name of Maurice Cottle, an American surgeon known for his work on the nasal septum. ENT surgeons use them to cut tissue in the nose and throat.

Linked with septal surgery

Cottle’s name appears on many septoplasty instruments, including elevators and speculums. So this pattern often sits on a septal tray beside them. It also fits tonsil sets, as the listing suggests.

A 15 cm pattern

We stock the Cottle at 15 cm. That shorter length suits work at the front of the septum and in the nasal vestibule. For deep throat work, however, a longer scissors may reach more easily.

Typical cuts

Surgeons trim cartilage and mucosa during septoplasty and related procedures. Also, the pair can handle small soft tissue cuts in the throat. Precise, short cuts are its strength.

Completing a septal set

A typical septal set includes a speculum, an elevator, a knife and scissors. For example, you could pair this scissors with a Cottle elevator you already own. Contact us if you want to fill a gap.

Caring for your Cottle nasal scissors

Flush the blades after surgery, then open them and scrub the pivot. Look along the cutting edges for any nicks. Finally, dry the Cottle pair and sterilize it with your septal instruments.

Cottle nasal scissors specifications

• Cottle pattern for tonsil and nasal work
• Size: 15 cm
• Stainless steel

How to order

A Cottle pair from us has a three-year warranty; any lapse in workmanship during that time is ours to fix. Also, staff in Atlanta check each pair by hand before shipping. Our FAQs answer common questions. For steel we follow ASTM F899. Another 15 cm option is the Fomon tonsil and nasal scissors. Then explore our ENT instrument list.

Sold only for professional use. Visit our care guide to learn about septal scissor photos and why stainless steel includes nickel. Cottle returns go through our returns page.