Martin-Cartilage Scissors

Description

Martin-Cartilage Scissors

Martin cartilage scissors are strong, 20 cm scissors for cutting cartilage. They shape grafts and trim cartilage that would dull ordinary scissors.

Built for tough tissue

Cartilage is dense and springy, so thin scissors bend or slip on it. Also, these scissors have stout blades that cut cleanly. The long handles add leverage.

Typical tasks

Surgeons cut rib cartilage during graft harvest. They also trim nasal and ear cartilage in reconstruction. In addition, they shape meniscus and joint cartilage.

Who uses Martin cartilage scissors

Plastic and facial surgeons use them for graft work. Also, orthopedic surgeons use them in joint procedures. Thoracic teams use them during rib cartilage harvest.

Cutting technique

Hold the cartilage with forceps first. Then cut with the full length of the blades in a smooth stroke. Short, choppy cuts leave ragged edges.

A matched pair

The Martin cartilage forceps hold what these scissors cut. Consequently, a reconstructive tray often holds both. Together they speed up graft shaping.

Martin cartilage scissors details

• 20 cm long
• Stout cutting blades
• For cartilage and grafts
• Ships non-sterile

Scissor care

Wipe the blades clean and open the scissors fully for washing. Dry them, then oil the screw joint. Test the cut on a piece of gauze.

Our support on your scissors

Before the box closes, one of our Atlanta team goes over every scissors by hand. Your written warranty for this Martin scissors extends to three years against manufacturing defects. To read about surgical-grade stainless, consult ASTM F899. For a similar job, browse our Martin cartilage forceps. Further patterns sit in our orthopedic catalog. A spare scissors on the shelf covers reprocessing gaps. We can check sizes on request. The FAQ list handles shipping and refunds.

Only for qualified users. Return terms go by the returns terms. Our care and cleaning page sets out photo differences along with nickel content.