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The Footplate Pick 1mm Anterior Ang Up is a specialized ENT and otologic surgical instrument designed for delicate manipulation around the footplate during appropriate middle-ear procedures. Its fine 1mm working tip provides a controlled point of contact for precise surgical movements where accuracy and careful handling are essential.
The anterior-up angled configuration is designed to position the working tip in a favorable orientation for accessing structures within the middle ear. This angled profile can help the surgeon approach the operative area while maintaining a practical hand position and clear control of the instrument. The fine tip is intended for delicate manipulation rather than broad tissue handling.
With a 1mm working tip, the instrument provides a focused contact area for controlled positioning and manipulation. The extended shaft design commonly associated with specialized otologic instruments allows the working end to reach into confined anatomical spaces while keeping the handle outside the immediate operative field. The overall configuration supports careful, incremental movements during procedures requiring fine tactile control.
The Footplate Pick is typically manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel to provide strength, durability, and resistance to corrosion when properly maintained. Its rigid construction helps the user maintain stable control of the fine working tip. The instrument should nevertheless be handled carefully, as deformation of a fine tip can affect its intended precision.
This instrument can be incorporated into specialized otology and ENT surgical instrument sets. It may be useful in procedures involving delicate work around the stapes footplate and adjacent middle-ear structures, subject to the surgeon’s preferred technique and the specific clinical application. The anterior-up orientation helps distinguish it from straight or differently angled footplate instruments and provides an additional configuration for specialized surgical access.
For hospitals, ENT departments, ambulatory surgical centers, and professional medical instrument users, a precision footplate pick can be an important component of a specialized otologic instrument collection. Its small 1mm working end is suited to controlled movements where excessive force or broad contact would be inappropriate.
Proper maintenance is essential for preserving the instrument’s fine working tip. If supplied as a reusable instrument, it should be cleaned promptly after use, carefully inspected for bending or damage, and processed according to the healthcare facility’s validated sterilization protocol and applicable manufacturer instructions. The tip should be protected from impact during cleaning, handling, transport, and storage.
The Footplate Pick 1mm Anterior Ang Up combines a fine working tip with an anterior-up angled profile to provide controlled access for delicate otologic manipulation. Its specialized design makes it a practical choice for professional ENT and middle-ear surgical instrument sets requiring precision and reliable handling.
Key Features
- Specialized footplate pick for otologic procedures
- 1mm fine working tip
- Anterior-up angled configuration
- Designed for precise manipulation in confined areas
- Suitable for delicate middle-ear surgical applications
- Provides focused contact for controlled instrument movements
- Rigid shaft supports stable handling
- Typically manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel
- Durable construction for professional surgical use
- Fine tip should be carefully protected during processing
- Suitable for sterilization when supplied as a reusable instrument
- Useful addition to specialized ENT and otology sets
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Footplate Pick |
| Instrument Type | Otologic Footplate Pick |
| Tip Size | 1mm |
| Tip Configuration | Anterior Ang Up |
| Working End | Fine Pick |
| Specialty | ENT / Otology |
| Application | Delicate Middle-Ear Manipulation |
| Material | Typically Surgical-Grade Stainless Steel |
| Use | Professional Otologic Procedures |
| Reusable | Yes, when supplied as a reusable instrument |
| Sterilization | Follow validated facility sterilization protocol |
FAQs
What is a Footplate Pick used for?
A Footplate Pick is designed for precise manipulation around the footplate and adjacent middle-ear structures during appropriate otologic procedures.
What does “1mm” refer to?
The 1mm specification refers to the size of the instrument’s fine working tip.
What does “Anterior Ang Up” mean?
It describes the orientation of the working end, with an anterior-up angled configuration intended to provide a specific approach to the operative area.
Is this instrument used in ENT surgery?
Yes. The Footplate Pick is a specialized otologic instrument intended for appropriate ENT and middle-ear surgical applications.
What material is the footplate pick typically made from?
It is typically manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel for strength, durability, and corrosion resistance.
Can this footplate pick be sterilized?
If supplied as a reusable instrument, it should be cleaned and sterilized according to validated healthcare-facility procedures and applicable manufacturer instructions.
How should the 1mm tip be maintained?
The fine tip should be inspected carefully after cleaning for bending, deformation, or damage. It should also be protected from impact during handling and storage.
