Shambaugh-Derlacki Elevator

Description

Shambaugh-Derlacki Elevator

The Shambaugh-Derlacki elevator is a fine, straight instrument for middle ear work. Otologists use it to raise canal skin and the tympanomeatal flap under the microscope.

A fine tool for the middle ear

Middle ear surgery works at a very small scale. Therefore the surgeon needs slim, precise elevators. The Shambaugh-Derlacki meets that need in procedures such as tympanoplasty and stapes surgery.

Straight, 15 cm

We sell one straight Shambaugh-Derlacki, 15 cm overall. That length suits work through an ear speculum. If you need tip dimensions, contact us before ordering. We can also photograph the tip beside a scale.

In a middle ear case

First, the surgeon incises the canal skin. Next, the Shambaugh-Derlacki lifts the skin and the drum away from the bone. Then the middle ear comes into view.

Adding it to an otology set

Many otologists keep several micro elevators with different tips. For instance, the Shambaugh-Derlacki may sit beside a Wullstein and a Rosen needle. Together they cover most flap work. Also, a matching length across the set keeps the feel consistent.

Caring for the Shambaugh-Derlacki

Clean the tip gently after each case, because micro tips bend easily. Then rinse, dry and inspect it under good light. Sterilize it in a protective holder.

Shambaugh-Derlacki elevator specifications

• Shape: Straight
• Shambaugh-Derlacki length: 15 cm
• Microsurgical elevator for ear surgery
• Stainless steel

Ordering the Shambaugh-Derlacki

The Shambaugh-Derlacki comes with a three-year warranty covering Shambaugh-Derlacki workmanship defects. Our Atlanta team inspects each Shambaugh-Derlacki tip by hand before shipping. The Shambaugh-Derlacki ear instrument FAQs explain ordering. For the steel side, see ASTM F899, which covers the kind of steel in a Shambaugh-Derlacki. For a micro elevator with two blade sizes, see the Wullstein elevator. Our otology instrument section has the rest.

The Shambaugh-Derlacki is for professional use. Shambaugh-Derlacki photos, and nickel in stainless steel, feature in our Shambaugh-Derlacki care and sterilization guide. Shambaugh-Derlacki delivery times sit on our Shambaugh-Derlacki shipping page.