Metzenbaum dissecting scissors 5 curved blades blunt tips ring handle

Controlled Dissection with Curved, Blunt-Tip Blades

Metzenbaum dissecting scissors are 5-inch surgical scissors designed for controlled dissection, combining curved blades, blunt tips, and a familiar ring handle. The curved profile can support access and visualization around anatomical contours, while the blunt tips help with careful instrument positioning during routine tissue handling. Their compact length supports close, deliberate work in General Surgery, Orthopedic, and Plastic Surgery settings without implying exclusive use in any one specialty. The ring handle provides a conventional grip for repeated opening and closing within established surgical workflows, making these scissors a practical choice for focused dissection tasks.

Use Cases

• Perform controlled dissecting tasks in General Surgery using the curved blade profile for work around anatomical contours.
• Support soft-tissue dissection tasks in Orthopedic procedures where a compact 5-inch instrument is appropriate.
• Use during Plastic Surgery workflows requiring deliberate handling and access around contoured operative areas.
• Apply the blunt-tip design when positioning the scissors for routine dissection and tissue handling.
• Use the ring handle for familiar finger-and-thumb control during repeated instrument manipulation.

Specifications

Care & Reprocessing

• Clean and reprocess according to facility protocols and the applicable instrument instructions for use.
• Inspect the curved blades, blunt tips, cutting edges, and ring handle before use for visible damage, misalignment, or restricted movement.
• Handle the scissors carefully during cleaning, transport, and storage to protect the blades and tips from impact or contact with other instruments.
• Store the instrument in a manner that protects its blades and supports ready inspection before the next use.

Specifications

General use; follow facility protocols.