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The 9” Tendon Stripper Malleable 6.0mm is a specialized orthopedic surgical instrument designed for controlled tendon harvesting, preparation, and passage during procedures involving tendon grafts. Its 9-inch length provides practical access while the malleable construction allows the instrument’s working profile to be adjusted to suit the surgical approach.
Tendon strippers are commonly used when harvesting tendon tissue for graft preparation. The instrument is introduced and advanced along the tendon according to the surgeon’s established technique, helping separate and prepare the selected tendon segment. A purpose-designed tendon stripper can provide controlled handling during this process and help support consistent graft preparation.
This model features a 6.0mm working size, providing a defined diameter for procedures where this size is appropriate. Selecting the correct tendon stripper size is dependent on the anatomy, tendon being harvested, graft requirements, and surgeon preference. The 6.0mm configuration can therefore be incorporated into orthopedic instrument sets offering different working sizes for varied surgical applications.
The malleable construction is an important feature of this tendon stripper. Unlike a rigid working profile, a malleable instrument can be shaped or adjusted within appropriate limits to accommodate the surgical pathway. This can provide useful positioning flexibility when working around anatomical contours. Any adjustment should be performed carefully and within the manufacturer’s intended design parameters to avoid deformation or damage.
With an overall length of 9 inches, the instrument provides a balance between reach and manual control. Its length is suitable for procedures where the surgeon requires access along a tendon while maintaining direct handling of the instrument. The design can be useful in selected orthopedic, sports medicine, reconstructive, and tendon-grafting procedures.
The 9″ Malleable Tendon Stripper may be included in tendon harvesting sets and orthopedic surgical instrument trays. Potential applications include tendon graft preparation, ligament reconstruction procedures, reconstructive surgery, and other techniques involving harvested tendon tissue. The exact application should always be determined by the qualified surgical team according to the procedure and established clinical technique.
When supplied as a reusable surgical instrument, the tendon stripper is generally manufactured from durable surgical-instrument material suitable for repeated professional use. The working surfaces should be properly finished to support controlled handling, cleaning, inspection, and maintenance. Exact material composition and construction may vary according to the manufacturer and supplied specification.
After use, the instrument should be cleaned promptly according to the healthcare facility’s validated instrument-reprocessing procedure. Special attention should be given to the working portion and any areas where tissue or biological material may remain. The instrument should be inspected for bending beyond its intended shape, surface damage, corrosion, or other abnormalities before reuse.
If the supplied instrument is validated for steam sterilization, it should be sterilized according to the manufacturer’s instructions and the facility’s approved sterilization protocol. Proper cleaning, sterilization, storage, and routine inspection help maintain the instrument’s condition and support reliable performance over its service life.
The 9″ Tendon Stripper Malleable 6.0mm combines a practical 9-inch length, 6.0mm working size, and adjustable malleable profile for controlled tendon preparation. It is a useful addition to professional orthopedic, sports medicine, reconstructive, and tendon grafting instrument sets.
Key Features
- 9-inch overall instrument length
- 6.0mm working size
- Malleable construction
- Designed for controlled tendon harvesting
- Supports tendon graft preparation
- Adjustable working profile for surgical positioning
- Provides practical reach with manual control
- Suitable for orthopedic procedures
- Useful for sports medicine and reconstructive surgery
- Suitable for selected tendon and ligament reconstruction techniques
- Durable construction when supplied as reusable
- Compatible with validated cleaning and sterilization protocols when specified
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Malleable Tendon Stripper |
| Length | 9 inches |
| Working Size | 6.0mm |
| Design | Malleable |
| Instrument Type | Tendon Stripper |
| Primary Function | Tendon Harvesting & Preparation |
| Surgical Specialty | Orthopedic Surgery |
| Common Applications | Tendon Grafting & Reconstruction |
| Working Profile | Adjustable/Malleable |
| Use | Professional Surgical Use |
| Reusable | Depending on supplied configuration |
| Sterilization | According to manufacturer’s validated instructions |
| Material | Surgical-instrument material, depending on specification |
FAQs
1. What is a 9″ tendon stripper used for?
A tendon stripper is designed to assist with controlled tendon harvesting and preparation for procedures requiring tendon graft tissue.
2. What does 6.0mm refer to?
The 6.0mm specification refers to the stated working size of the tendon stripper.
3. What is the advantage of a malleable tendon stripper?
A malleable design allows the working profile to be adjusted within the manufacturer’s intended limits to accommodate the surgical pathway and anatomical contours.
4. Can this tendon stripper be used for ligament reconstruction?
It may be included in instrument sets for selected ligament reconstruction procedures where tendon graft harvesting is required.
5. Is the 9-inch length suitable for tendon harvesting?
The 9-inch length provides practical working reach while maintaining direct manual control, making it suitable for appropriate tendon harvesting techniques.
6. Is this tendon stripper reusable?
Reusability depends on the supplied configuration. Reusable versions should be cleaned, inspected, and sterilized between procedures.
7. How should a reusable tendon stripper be sterilized?
It should be cleaned and sterilized according to the manufacturer’s validated instructions and the healthcare facility’s approved reprocessing protocol.
8. Why are different tendon stripper sizes available?
Different working sizes allow surgical teams to select an instrument appropriate to the tendon, graft requirements, anatomy, and specific surgical technique.
