Abdominal Spatula (According to Haberer)

Trocars

• Material: Typically constructed from stainless steel for durability and corrosion resistance.
• Design:
  • Features a sharp, pointed tip for easy tissue penetration.
  • Hollow shaft allows for the passage of other instruments or fluids.
• Function:
  • Used in minimally invasive surgeries (e.g., laparoscopy) to create access points for surgical instruments.
• Sizes: Available in various diameters to accommodate different surgical applications.

Suction Tubes

• Material: Usually made from medical-grade plastic or stainless steel.
• Design:
  • Can be flexible or rigid, with varying lengths and diameters.
  • Often features openings along the sides or at the tip for effective suctioning.
• Function:
  • Designed to remove fluids, debris, or gases from surgical sites or body cavities.
• Applications: Commonly used in surgical procedures, wound care, and emergency medicine.

Cannulas

• Material: Often made from stainless steel or high-quality plastic.
• Design:
  • Hollow tubes designed for insertion into the body.
  • May include a removable inner stylet for easier insertion.
• Function:
  • Used for delivering fluids, medications, or draining fluids from the body.
  • Applicable in various medical procedures, including intravenous (IV) therapy and airway management.

Female Luer-Lock Tube Connector

• Material: Typically made from medical-grade plastic.
• Design:
  • Features a female Luer-Lock fitting for secure connection to Luer-tipped devices or syringes.
  • Ensures a leak-proof connection, preventing backflow and contamination.
• Function:
  • Used to connect two tubes or medical devices, facilitating fluid transfer in a controlled manner.
• Applications: Commonly employed in various medical and surgical settings where secure connections are required, such as in IV therapy or suction systems.