Description
Sklar Econo Sterile Metzenbaum Dissecting Scissors is a scissors from Sklar Instruments, 7 in long, curved, Econo Sterile Floor Grade. It is supplied sterile and ready to use, so procedure setups stay on schedule without a reprocessing step. Sklar lists it for general surgery and ob/gyn (obstetrics & gynecology) work.
- Measured Profile – 7 in overall length (178 mm) gives the metzenbaum dissecting scissors its working reach.
- Tip Configuration – A blunt/blunt (b/b) tip shapes how the instrument engages tissue.
- Working Edge – The working surface is a smooth edge, shaped for its task.
- Handle Design – A finger rings handle supports a controlled, repeatable grip.
- Sterile Supply – Supplied sterile, so there is no reprocessing wait before the case.
What the Metzenbaum Dissecting Scissors Does in the Case
The metzenbaum dissecting scissors sits in Sklar's dissecting scissors line, in the Econo Sterile Floor Grade range. This instrument is most commonly used for dissecting and cutting tissue. These scissors are not recommended for cutting sutures, drains, or heavy tissue. It is made of stainless steel. Because it is sterile and disposable, it goes from the package to the field and is discarded after the case, which keeps turnover simple.
Features and Benefits
Design
- Overall Length – 7 in (178 mm) of reach for the working site.
- Tip – A blunt/blunt (b/b) tip for precise engagement.
- Edge – The smooth edge delivers the working action the procedure needs.
- Profile – A curved profile follows the approach angle of the case.
Handling and Build
- Grip – The finger rings handle keeps the instrument steady in the clinician's hand.
- Material – Stainless steel gives the instrument its working strength and finish.
- Grade – The Econo Sterile Floor Grade tier tells buyers exactly where this instrument sits in the Sklar range.
Supply and Use
- Sterility – Supplied sterile and ready for the sterile field.
- Single Use – Disposable after one use, which removes reprocessing from the turnover.
- Latex – Not made with natural rubber latex.
Product Specifications
Instrument Details
- Instrument Family: Dissecting scissors
- Pattern Name: Metzenbaum
- Length: 7 in (178 mm)
- Tip Configuration: Blunt/blunt (b/b)
- Working Edge: Smooth
- Curvature: Curved
- Handle Style: Finger rings
- Material: Stainless steel
- Grade: Econo Sterile Floor Grade
- Sterility: Sterile
- Reusability: Disposable
- Latex: Not made with natural rubber latex
Supply Details
- Packaging: 25 per case (25/cs)
- Manufacturer Pack Detail: 25 items/case
- Item Number: 96-2682
Warranty
- Warranty: Covered by Sklar's guarantee against manufacturing defects when the instrument is used for its intended surgical purpose.
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Why Choose the Sklar Econo Sterile Metzenbaum Dissecting Scissors
Sklar guarantees its instruments against manufacturing defects, and every instrument is examined at the factory before it ships. For single-use supply, that factory check is the difference between a sterile pack that performs and one that does not.
- Controlled Handling – The finger rings handle supports the fine control this work calls for.
- Confident Grip on Tissue – The blunt/blunt (b/b) working end engages tissue deliberately, so the clinician is not fighting slippage mid-case.
- Faster Turnover – Sterile, single-use supply removes cleaning and sterilization from the turnaround between cases.
- Factory Inspected – Sklar checks every instrument at the factory before it ships, a quality step built for sterile single-use supply.
- Listed for the Work – Sklar lists this item for general surgery work, so it is specified for the service that orders it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the metzenbaum dissecting scissors sterile?
Yes. The metzenbaum dissecting scissors is supplied sterile, so it can go directly into the sterile field when the case is set up. It is sold 25 per case. This configuration measures 7 in overall.
Is the metzenbaum dissecting scissors reusable or single-use?
The metzenbaum dissecting scissors is a single-use, disposable item. It is discarded after the case, which removes reprocessing from the turnover. It sits in the Econo Sterile Floor Grade tier of the Sklar line.
What is the metzenbaum dissecting scissors made of?
The metzenbaum dissecting scissors is made of stainless steel. It is not made with natural rubber latex.
What size is the metzenbaum dissecting scissors?
The metzenbaum dissecting scissors measures 7 in (178 mm) in overall length. Its working end carries a blunt/blunt (b/b) configuration.
What warranty covers the metzenbaum dissecting scissors?
Sklar guarantees the instrument against manufacturing defects when it is used for its intended surgical purpose. The guarantee is Sklar's factory commitment behind every instrument it ships.
Where is the metzenbaum dissecting scissors used?
Sklar lists the metzenbaum dissecting scissors for general surgery, ob/gyn (obstetrics & gynecology), physician, veterinary (animal health). It sits in the dissecting scissors family of the Sklar catalog.
