Straight Surgical Scissors, Sharp/Blunt, 5½″

The 5½″ straight operating scissors are designed for cutting soft tissue and suitable surgical materials during medical and surgical procedures. The straight blades help guide the cut and provide a clear view of the working area. With one sharp tip and one blunt tip (S/B), the scissors allow the clinician to position the blades according to the procedure and surrounding tissue. They are made from corrosion resistant 410 surgical stainless steel with a mirror finish. The instrument can be cleaned and steam sterilized for reuse in accordance with its reprocessing instructions.

1. Straight 5½″ design: Helps guide the blades during cutting.
2. Sharp/blunt tips (S/B): Provide two distinct blade-end profiles for positioning at the working site.
3. 410 surgical stainless steel: Corrosion resistant and suitable for reprocessing.
4. Mirror finish: Polished stainless steel appearance.
5. Hinged construction: Allows the blades to open and close during use.
6. Autoclavable: Reusable after cleaning and steam sterilization according to the applicable instructions.
7. Floor Grade: As specified by the manufacturer.

1. The straight sharp/blunt (S/B) operating scissors are intended for cutting soft tissue and suitable surgical materials during medical and surgical procedures by trained professionals.

1. Inspect the scissors before use. Check both tips, the blades, and the joint, and confirm that the instrument opens and closes smoothly.
2. Ensure the scissors have been cleaned and sterilized before any procedure requiring a sterile instrument.
3. Hold the scissors securely and identify the sharp and blunt tips before positioning the blades around the tissue or material to be cut.
4. Cut with a controlled motion while keeping the blade position in direct view, according to the procedure and the clinician’s judgment.
5. After use, thoroughly clean the blades and joint. Dry and inspect the scissors before packaging and sterilizing them for reuse, following the applicable product and facility reprocessing instructions.

1. 1× Straight Surgical Scissors, Sharp/Blunt, 5½″.

1. For use by professionals trained in handling sharp surgical instruments.
2. Keep the sharp tip in view to avoid injury to surrounding tissue or the user.
3. Inspect the blades and joint before each use. Do not use the scissors if they are damaged, corroded, or no longer cut properly.
4. Do not use them to cut hard materials that could damage the blades.
5. For procedures requiring a sterile instrument, clean and sterilize the scissors before use. A standard polybag does not indicate that the instrument is sterile.
6. Clean the scissors after use and before sterilization, paying particular attention to the blades and joint.
7. Follow the product’s reprocessing instructions and facility protocol for cleaning, sterilization, and reuse.

1. After cleaning and drying, store the forceps in a clean, dry place protected from moisture and impact. If sterilized for later use, keep them in a suitable package or container according to the healthcare facility’s protocol.

1. High Quality Manufacturing Standards.