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The 8″ Dean Tonsil Knife with 25mm Double-Edged Blade is a specialized ENT surgical instrument designed for controlled tissue dissection during appropriate otolaryngology procedures. Its elongated 8-inch design provides useful working reach while allowing the surgeon to maintain controlled handling throughout the procedure.
The instrument features a 25mm double-edged blade, providing cutting edges on both sides of the working end. This configuration is designed to support controlled tissue cutting and separation according to the surgical technique being performed. The specialized blade profile makes the instrument suitable for procedures involving the tonsillar and surrounding oropharyngeal tissues.
The Dean Tonsil Knife is commonly associated with tonsillectomy procedures, where precise tissue dissection and manipulation are required. Its manual design allows the surgeon to control the direction and movement of the blade according to the anatomical requirements and preferred surgical technique.
With an overall length of 8 inches, the instrument provides additional clearance between the operator’s hand and the patient’s oral cavity. This can be useful when accessing deeper areas of the oropharyngeal surgical field while maintaining visibility and instrument control.
The instrument is suitable for professional ENT and otolaryngology surgical sets, including tonsillectomy instrument trays. Its durable construction is intended to support repeated clinical use when properly maintained and reprocessed in accordance with applicable manufacturer instructions.
Following use, the tonsil knife should be carefully cleaned and inspected, with particular attention to the blade and working end. Cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization should be performed according to the manufacturer’s instructions and the healthcare facility’s validated instrument-reprocessing protocol.
Key Features
- Dean tonsil knife design
- 8-inch overall length
- 25mm blade length
- Double-edged blade configuration
- Designed for controlled tissue dissection
- Suitable for tonsillectomy and appropriate ENT procedures
- Provides useful working reach within the oral cavity
- Designed for precise manual handling
- Suitable for professional otolaryngology applications
- Appropriate for ENT surgical instrument sets
- Durable construction for professional use
- Reusable when permitted by manufacturer instructions
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Tonsil Knife |
| Pattern | Dean |
| Overall Length | 8″ |
| Blade Length | 25mm |
| Blade Type | Double-Edged |
| Application | ENT / Otolaryngology |
| Primary Use | Tissue Dissection & Manipulation |
| Surgical Area | Tonsillar / Oropharyngeal Region |
| Operation | Manual |
| Reusable | Subject to manufacturer instructions |
| Reprocessing | Follow validated facility protocol |
FAQs
1. What is an 8″ Dean Tonsil Knife used for?
The Dean Tonsil Knife is designed for controlled tissue dissection and manipulation during appropriate tonsillectomy and ENT surgical procedures.
2. What type of blade does this Dean Tonsil Knife have?
It features a 25mm double-edged blade, providing cutting edges on both sides of the working end.
3. What is the overall length of the instrument?
The Dean Tonsil Knife has an overall length of 8 inches.
4. Is the Dean Tonsil Knife used during tonsillectomy?
Yes. Tonsil knives are commonly incorporated into appropriate tonsillectomy techniques for controlled tissue dissection.
5. What is the purpose of the double-edged blade?
The double-edged configuration provides cutting edges on both sides of the working end, supporting controlled tissue cutting according to the surgeon’s technique.
6. Can this tonsil knife be sterilized?
Reprocessing should follow the manufacturer’s instructions and the healthcare facility’s validated cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization protocol.
