Douglas Tonsil Knife

Description

Douglas Tonsil Knife

The Douglas tonsil knife is a curved knife for tonsillectomy. With it, surgeons open the mucosa and cut tissue as they free the tonsil.

A knife for the tonsil fossa

The tonsil sits between the faucial pillars. Therefore, a curved knife lets the surgeon angle the blade into this space. The handle then stays clear of the teeth and the mouth gag.

20 cm, curved

We list the Douglas pattern at 20 cm with a curve. That mid-range length suits many adult and pediatric cases. Meanwhile, the Canfield knife shares the same length.

In a tonsil set

The knife usually comes into play early in the procedure. For example, it opens the mucosa before a dissector takes over. Later, the surgeon may use it again to divide tissue near the lower pole.

Picking a tonsil knife

If your team likes a medium length, then the Douglas tonsil knife fits well. However, the Fisher knife gives extra reach at 23 cm. We can send photos so you can compare blade shapes.

Caring for your Douglas knife

Clean the blade carefully to protect the edge. Then rinse it in warm water and brush away any residue. Finally, dry the Douglas tonsil knife and sterilize it in a protective tray.

Douglas knife specifications

• Curved blade of the Douglas pattern
• Curved; 20 cm overall
• Stainless steel

Ordering the Douglas

Every Douglas knife includes a three-year warranty on Douglas workmanship defects. Then, before shipping, an Atlanta team member checks the blade by hand. See our FAQ for tonsil set buyers for answers. We relate Douglas knife steel to ASTM F899. For a knife at the same length, view the Canfield tonsil knife. Our ENT department page lists the rest.

The Douglas knife is sold for professional use. Our care advice for knives tells you why Douglas images vary and where nickel fits in. Our shipping rates and times page covers delivery.