Matson Periosteal Raspatory

Description

Matson Periosteal Raspatory

The Matson rib raspatory frees the periosteum from a rib so the surgeon can resect or retract it. It comes in 22 cm and 23 cm lengths.

Matson rib raspatory: stripping the periosteum

Rib surgery often starts by lifting periosteum away from bone. So this instrument works along the rib surface to separate that layer. Then the bone lies clear for the next step.

Two lengths

Choose 22 cm or 23 cm, depending on the chest wall depth you usually work through. The small difference comes down to reach and hand feel. Also, many surgeons simply stay with the length they trained on.

Where it fits

Thoracic trays often carry it beside elevators and rib shears. Meanwhile, it also suits rib harvest for grafting. As a result, one tool serves several procedures.

Ordering

Order the Matson rib raspatory in the length your surgeons prefer. Also, a spare helps while one goes out for sharpening. In addition, it pairs naturally with the Doyen pattern for the underside.

Cleaning Matson rib raspatory

Remove bone and tissue from the working end straight after use. Next, clean with a brush and rinse well. Finally, dry it and protect the edge with a tip guard in storage.

Matson rib raspatory specifications

• Lengths: 22 cm or 23 cm
• For freeing periosteum from ribs
• Thoracic and rib surgery

Ordering from Intrace USA

A three-year warranty protects this instrument against manufacturing defects. Then our Atlanta office checks every order before dispatch. For care and cleaning questions, read our FAQs. Surgical stainless grades fall under ASTM F899. For the underside of the rib, see our Doyen rib raspatory. Also, see our whole cardiovascular and thoracic range.

Sold for professional use. Please read our care and sterilization guide and returns and refunds pages.