Salenius Meniscotomy Knife

Description

Salenius Meniscotomy Knife

The Salenius meniscotomy knife is a long, 23 cm blade for open knee surgery. Its extra length lets it reach the posterior part of the meniscus.

Reaching the posterior horn

The back of the meniscus hides behind the curve of the femur. Therefore short knives often cannot reach it. A 23 cm knife gets there while the hand stays outside the joint.

Cutting tasks

The blade divides torn flaps and releases the rim. Next, it frees the attachment at the back. Consequently, the damaged tissue lifts out in one piece.

Who reaches for the Salenius meniscotomy knife

Open knee procedures are its natural home. Teaching hospitals also keep it to demonstrate classic technique. In revision cases, its reach can be decisive.

Keeping cartilage safe

Angle the cutting edge toward the meniscus and away from the femoral surface. Then make controlled, short strokes. In addition, a forceps holding the tissue makes each cut cleaner.

Part of a knife set

Surgeons usually pair a long knife with a shorter one. In that set, the Salenius covers the posterior third. Shorter knives handle the front.

Salenius meniscotomy knife details

• Length 23 cm
• Long posterior-reach blade
• Open meniscus surgery
• Ships non-sterile

Handling a long blade

Lay the knife flat in a basket for washing so the tip cannot catch. Rinse and dry it fully. Keep a blade guard on the edge during storage.

Order info

Before the box closes, a person in Atlanta reviews each Salenius knife in detail. If the knife shows a factory defect, we honor three years against manufacturing defects. A backup knife in stores keeps lists moving. Further patterns appear in the orthopedic range. Looking for a second opinion on sizing? Message us for a quick answer. Surgical instrument steel has a written standard, ASTM F899. The customer FAQ clears up delivery and returns. For another approach, view the Neff pattern.

Sold to medical professionals. Our cleaning guide notes picture variation and the nickel in stainless steel. Refunds go by our returns and refunds page.