Toennis Dura Dissector

Description

Toennis Dura Dissector

The Toennis dura dissector is a long neurosurgical dissector for separating the dura from the inner skull. Surgeons use it to free the dura before lifting a bone flap and during other cranial steps.

What it does

Before a bone flap comes out, the dura must come away from the bone. So the surgeon slides the dissector between the two layers. That step reduces the chance of tearing the dura when the bone lifts.

A long pattern

We list the dissector at 25 cm. That length gives extra reach compared with shorter dissectors. As a result, it suits deeper work while keeping the hand out of view.

Where it fits

A cranial tray often holds several dura dissectors, such as Penfield and Frazier patterns. The Toennis adds a longer option. Many surgeons pick one pattern as a favorite and keep others for backup.

Choosing a dissector

Think about the depth and angle you prefer. If you need a longer reach than your current tools, the Toennis is a good addition. However, ask us for tip dimensions if you want to compare them closely.

Caring for your Toennis dura dissector

Clean the tip soon after the case, before protein dries on it. Then brush it gently and rinse. Look over the edge for damage. Finally, dry the dissector and place it on a tray that protects the tip for sterilizing.

Toennis dura dissector specifications

• Length: 25 cm
• Toennis-pattern dura dissector
• Stainless steel

Ordering Toennis instruments

Toennis dissectors carry a three-year warranty covering workmanship faults. Atlanta staff inspect every Toennis tip by hand before boxing it. You can read our frequently asked questions list for more detail. Toennis dissector steel follows ASTM F899, a surgical instrument standard. A widely used alternative is the Penfield dura dissector. Visit our neurosurgery pages for more.

For professional use. The care and sterilization help page addresses dissector photos and the nickel in steel, and our shipping info covers dispatch.