Hosobuchi Fork Spatula Rigid

Description

Hosobuchi Fork Spatula Rigid

The Hosobuchi fork spatula is a long, rigid instrument for transsphenoidal pituitary surgery. Its forked spatula tip lets the surgeon hold, guide or push tissue and material deep inside the sella.

Rigid rather than malleable

Many transsphenoidal tools come in malleable form, so the surgeon can bend them. In contrast, this version is rigid. Therefore it transfers force directly to the tip and keeps its shape during firm pushing.

One size: 25 cm

We list the Hosobuchi fork spatula at 25 cm. That length matches the rest of our long pituitary instruments. Also, it gives a comfortable distance between the hand and the nostril. For fork width or spatula size, please contact us before you order.

Uses in the sella

A fork spatula can hold back tissue while another instrument works. For instance, a surgeon may steady the floor of the sella with it or guide a graft into position. Because of the rigid shaft, the spatula stays where the surgeon places it.

Rigid and malleable together

Many teams keep both kinds of tools on the tray. So you might pair this rigid spatula with malleable curettes and scoops. Then the surgeon can choose firmness or shape depending on the anatomy.

Caring for your Hosobuchi fork spatula

Clean the gap in the fork carefully, since tissue can lodge there. Use a soft brush and a rinse, and then an ultrasonic cycle if your department allows it. Finally, dry it completely and sterilize it.

Hosobuchi fork spatula specifications

• Rigid shaft
• Forked spatula tip
• Length: 25 cm
• Stainless steel

Ordering and support

A three-year warranty guards this spatula against workmanship faults. In Atlanta, we inspect each instrument by hand and only then send it. See our support FAQs for help with orders. When buyers ask about steel, we point to ASTM F899, which defines materials for surgical instruments. For a bendable companion, view the Landolt malleable scoop. The rest of the range sits under neurosurgery instruments.

Sold for professional use. The care and sterilization page explains photo differences and nickel in the steel, and the returns guide explains how to send items back.