Desjardins Gall Stone Scoop

Description

Desjardins Gall Stone Scoop

The Desjardins gall stone scoop lifts stones and debris out of the common bile duct. Its small bowl sits at the end of a long shaft, so it reaches down the duct through an open choledochotomy.

Bowl sizes

The scoop comes as figure 1, 2, 3 or 4, and the bowl grows with each number. Smaller bowls pass into narrow ducts. Meanwhile, larger bowls lift bigger stones in one pass.

How the Desjardins gall stone scoop works

The surgeon passes the scoop beyond a stone and then draws it back. As a result, the bowl collects the stone and brings it to the opening. Flushing the duct afterwards clears any fragments.

Typical procedures

Hepatobiliary teams reach for it once the duct is open. In particular, it clears stones that forceps cannot grasp. It also removes sludge and small fragments.

Working gently

The duct wall is thin and easy to tear. Therefore, move the scoop slowly and never force it past resistance. If a stone sticks, try a smaller figure or switch to forceps.

Pairing on the tray

Desjardins forceps, probes and duct dilators often sit beside the scoop. Together they let the surgeon find, free and remove stones. A full set saves time when a duct holds several stones.

Desjardins gall stone scoop options

• Figures 1, 2, 3 and 4
• Small bowl on a long shaft
• Reusable steel

Cleaning the bowl

Flush the bowl and shaft as soon as the case ends. Brush inside the bowl and rinse well. Then dry fully before sterilising.

Purchase info

Each figure of the Desjardins scoop carries three years against manufacturing defects. Bowl and shaft together. Before the box closes, our Atlanta team assesses the scoop piece by piece. To learn about stainless alloys for surgery, review ASTM F899. For a close alternative, see our Desjardins gall stone forceps. Similar patterns sit in the general surgical department. Our FAQ section walks through most buying questions.

Professional use only. Visit our delivery terms for courier choices. Photos may show one size. Note that the alloy includes nickel; use the care guidance for advice.