Intima Spatula

Description

Intima Spatula

An intima spatula lifts plaque away from the artery wall during endarterectomy. This blunt version comes in eight lengths from 14 to 23.5 cm.

Blunt tip

A blunt tip lets the surgeon work along the dissection plane rather than cut. So it suits the careful, gradual work of endarterectomy. Also, it helps lift loose edges of plaque.

Eight lengths

Short sizes of 14 and 15 cm suit shallow arteries in the neck or limbs. Then the 18 to 20 cm sizes cover mid-depth work. Finally, the 21.5 to 23.5 cm sizes reach deeper vessels.

Tip width

The 18.5 cm and 21.5 cm sizes carry a 3.0 mm tip. Also, every length has blunt edges that lift plaque without cutting the vessel wall. So pick the length that matches the depth of the artery.

Choosing between spatulas

This range offers many lengths, while the Robb set offers four tip-width pairs. So choose an intima spatula by reach first, then by tip size. In addition, some teams keep both types on hand for different arteries.

Looking after intima spatula

Rinse the spatula soon after use so no plaque residue dries on the tip. Next, look over the blunt edge for any damage. Then dry it and store it by length so staff pick the right size fast.

Intima spatula specifications

• Lengths: 14, 15, 18, 18.5, 20, 21.5, 23 and 23.5 cm
• Blunt tip
• 3.0 mm tip on the 18.5 and 21.5 cm sizes
• For endarterectomy

Warranty and support

A three-year warranty protects this instrument against manufacturing defects. In addition, every shipment gets a hand inspection in Atlanta. You can find care tips in our FAQs. Surgical stainless grades fall under ASTM F899. For carotid endarterectomy, also see our Javid shunt clamp. The rest of our cardiovascular and thoracic instruments is one click away.

For professional use only. See our care and sterilization guide for notes on photos and materials, and our returns policy before you order.