Cutting

Category Cutting Typical Use Cut tissue, sutures, or dressings. Description Specialized scissors such as Metzenbaum and Mayo are designed for delicate tissue dissection or heavier cutting tasks respectively, with variations in blade length, curvature, and tip design to match surgical needs. Metzenbaum scissors are used for fine dissection of soft tissue, while Mayo scissors are … Read more

Category Cutting Typical Use Make precise surgical incisions. Description A handheld surgical knife with disposable blades available in various shapes and sizes used to make controlled incisions through skin and soft tissue during operative procedures. Scalpel technique emphasizes steady hand control, appropriate blade selection, and awareness of underlying anatomy to minimize tissue trauma and bleeding. … Read more