Downing Cartilage Knife

1/2" (6.0 mm) blade, 6-1/2" (16.5 cm)Bucy Cordotomy Knife is specifically designed for use in cordotomy procedures. The precise cutting abilities of this knife make it an ideal choice for incisions of nervous tissue and of the cord itself. In cordotomies, patients that are suffering from often chronic pain undergo a surgical procedure that severs portions of the spinal cord involved in transmission of pain. Additionally this knife is available in four different designs including forward and backward cutting and right and left cutting.

forward cutting, 6-1/2" (16.5 cm) Frazier Cordotomy Knife is ideally suited for cordotomy/chordotomy procedures. A chordotomy is a surgical procedures that is performed in patients that has severe pain and involves accessing and manipulating the spinal cord. In some cordotomies a laminectomy is also performed for increased access to the cord. This knife is designed for forward cutting and makes effective cuts that reduce trauma to surrounding tissue areas while effectively disabling some pain-conducting tracts.

standard pattern, loop grip, rigid, supplied in pairsGigli Loop Wire Saw Handle is an accessory that can be utilized alongside a Gigli Saw. This instrumentation is ideally suited for use in amputation procedures that require a smooth and consistent cutting motion to provide the smoothest finish. Additionally this instrument is made in a standard pattern and has a loop grip is rigid and is supplied in pairs.

straight edge, curved blade, 10" (25.5 cm) Lowe-Breck Cartilage Knife is crafted for use in a variety of surgical procedures. This instrument is ideally suited for use in incisions and cutting of cartilage. Procedures such as hip replacement or knee arthroscopy surgeries require incisions in the cartilage in that area. This knife makes clean and precise cuts which keeps the surgical field clear and speeds up the healing process for the patient. Additionally this instrument features a straight edge and a curved blade and measures 10" long.