Schoemaker-Loth Ligature Scissors

Description

Schoemaker-Loth Ligature Scissors

The Schoemaker-Loth scissors cut ligatures and sutures with a hooked tip that catches the thread. Once the hook holds the suture, the blades close and cut cleanly without dragging on tissue.

The hooked tip

A small hook on the lower blade slips under the thread and holds it. Consequently, the cut lands exactly where the user aims, even on tight or buried stitches.

Length of the Schoemaker-Loth scissors

At 12.5 cm, they sit between pocket stitch scissors and long theatre patterns. Therefore, they suit both ward removals and cutting ties in theatre.

In theatre

After the surgeon ties a ligature, the assistant cuts the ends to length. Here, the hook steadies the thread so the tail is left at a safe, even length.

On the ward

During suture removal, the hook raises every stitch clear of the skin. As a result, patients feel only a light tug as the thread comes out.

Choosing ligature scissors

Eiselsberg and Littauer patterns offer different blade shapes. Many departments keep two patterns so staff can pick their favourite.

Keeping the hook sharp

A worn hook slips off fine sutures. For that reason, check the tip under good light and send blunt pairs for service.

Schoemaker-Loth scissors details

• 12.5 cm long
• Thread-catching hook
• Keen upper blade

Hook care

Clean inside the hook with a fine brush, since debris collects there. Dry and sterilise.

Buying your scissors

Before we pack it, someone in Atlanta checks this scissors under good light. Schoemaker-Loth scissors come with three years against manufacturing defects. For payment questions, read the order FAQ. Some trays also hold the Eiselsberg ligature scissors. For background on surgical-grade stainless, look up ASTM F899. Matching patterns wait in our general surgical category.

Professional use only. Open the delivery policy for dispatch times. Product images may differ slightly, while the alloy includes nickel; visit our reprocessing guide for advice.