Dissecting Forceps (According to Overholt No. 7)

Trocars

• Material: Typically made from stainless steel for durability and corrosion resistance.
• Design:
  • Sharp, pointed tip for penetrating tissues.
  • Hollow shaft allows for the passage of other instruments or drainage.
• 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 procedures.

Suction Tubes

• Material: Usually made from medical-grade plastic or stainless steel.
• Design:
  • Flexible or rigid tubes with varying lengths and diameters.
  • Often has 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: Typically made from stainless steel or high-quality plastic.
• Design:
  • Hollow tubes designed for insertion into the body.
  • May feature 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 Urethral Olive with Luer-Lock

• Material: Usually made from medical-grade plastic.
• Design:
  • Features a rounded, olive-shaped tip designed to facilitate smooth insertion and minimize trauma to the urethra.
  • Includes a Luer-Lock connector for secure attachment to syringes or other devices.
• Function:
  • Used in urological procedures for irrigation, catheterization, or medication administration.
  • The olive shape helps to anchor the cannula in place, reducing the risk of displacement during use.
• Applications: Commonly used in urology and gynecology for various diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.