Luer- Koerte Gall Stone Scoop, Malleable

Description

Luer- Koerte Gall Stone Scoop, Malleable

The Luer-Koerte stone scoop has a malleable shaft that the surgeon can bend to match the duct. That lets the scoop follow curves where a rigid tool would catch.

Eight figures

Figures run from 000, the smallest, up to 5. As a result, one family covers very narrow ducts and wide ones. Many surgeons keep three or four sizes.

Why a malleable Luer-Koerte stone scoop

Bile ducts rarely run straight. A shaft you can bend follows the real anatomy. Consequently, the bowl reaches stones behind a curve.

Shaping the shaft

Bend the shaft gently by hand before insertion. Then check the curve against the expected duct path. Also, avoid repeated sharp bends at one spot, because metal tires over time.

Typical procedures

Open common bile duct exploration uses it most. In addition, it helps clear stones from the hepatic ducts. It also removes debris after lithotripsy.

Technique

Pass the scoop beyond the stone with the bowl facing it. Next, draw back slowly so the bowl gathers the stone. Finally, flush the duct to confirm it is clear.

Luer-Koerte stone scoop options

• Figures 000, 00, 0, 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
• Malleable shaft
• Small scoop bowl

Straightening after use

Gently straighten the shaft before cleaning. Brush the bowl and rinse along the full length. Afterwards, dry and store it flat.

Why we stand behind your scoop

Before it ships, our Atlanta inspector looks over each scoop one at a time. The malleable Luer-Koerte scoop keeps three years against manufacturing defects across all eight figures. Browse our complete general surgery line for other sizes. For details on instrument steels, consult ASTM F899. For answers on returns, browse our order FAQ. Take a look at our Desjardins scoop.

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