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The 8″ Fisher Tonsil Knife with 15mm Curved Serrated Blade is a specialized ENT surgical instrument designed for controlled tissue dissection and manipulation during appropriate otolaryngology procedures. Its elongated 8-inch configuration provides useful working reach while maintaining comfortable control during procedures involving the tonsillar and oropharyngeal region.
The instrument features a 15mm curved serrated blade designed to assist with controlled engagement and separation of soft tissue. The curved profile can provide improved access and positioning within the operative field, while the serrated blade edge is intended to support controlled tissue handling during dissection.
The Fisher tonsil knife is commonly associated with tonsillectomy and other appropriate ENT procedures where precise tissue dissection is required. Its specialized working end allows the surgeon to manipulate tissue according to the technique and anatomical requirements of the procedure.
The 8-inch length provides additional clearance between the operator’s hand and the patient’s oral cavity, which can be beneficial when working within deeper areas of the oropharynx. The instrument is manually operated, allowing the clinician to control the direction, depth, and movement of the blade according to the surgical technique being used.
Designed for professional otolaryngology applications, this tonsil knife can be incorporated into ENT surgical instrument sets and tonsillectomy kits. Its durable construction supports repeated clinical use when appropriate reprocessing procedures are followed.
After each use, the instrument should be thoroughly cleaned and inspected for tissue residue, damage, or changes to the blade edge. Cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization should always follow the manufacturer’s instructions and the healthcare facility’s validated instrument-reprocessing protocol.
Key Features
- Fisher tonsil knife design
- 8-inch overall length
- 15mm curved serrated blade
- Designed for controlled tissue dissection
- Curved working end for access within the operative field
- Serrated blade for controlled tissue engagement
- Commonly used in tonsil and ENT procedures
- Suitable for professional otolaryngology applications
- Provides useful working reach
- Designed for controlled manual handling
- Suitable for inclusion in ENT surgical instrument sets
- Reusable when permitted by manufacturer instructions
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Tonsil Knife |
| Pattern | Fisher |
| Overall Length | 8″ |
| Blade Length | 15mm |
| Blade Profile | Curved |
| Blade Edge | Serrated |
| 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″ Fisher Tonsil Knife used for?
It is designed for controlled tissue dissection and manipulation during appropriate tonsillectomy and ENT surgical procedures.
2. What type of blade does this Fisher tonsil knife have?
It features a 15mm curved serrated blade designed for controlled tissue engagement and dissection.
3. Why does the blade have a curved design?
The curved profile can facilitate positioning and access within the oral and oropharyngeal surgical field, depending on the surgeon’s technique.
4. What is the overall length of the instrument?
The Fisher Tonsil Knife has an overall length of 8 inches.
5. Is this instrument suitable for tonsillectomy?
Yes. Tonsil knives are commonly used as part of appropriate tonsillectomy techniques for tissue dissection and manipulation.
6. Can the Fisher Tonsil Knife be sterilized?
Reprocessing should be performed according to the manufacturer’s instructions and the healthcare facility’s validated cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization procedures.
