Surgical Instruments

Trocars

• Material: Typically made of stainless steel for durability and corrosion resistance.
• Design:
  • Sharp-pointed end for puncturing tissue.
  • Often features a hollow shaft for the insertion of additional instruments or drainage.
• Function:
  • Used in procedures such as laparoscopic surgeries to create an access point for other instruments.
• Sizes: Available in various diameters depending on the procedure.

Suction Tubes

• Material: Commonly made from medical-grade plastic or stainless steel.
• Design:
  • Flexible or rigid tubes that can vary in length and diameter.
  • Often equipped with openings along the sides or at the tip for effective suctioning.
• Function:
  • Used to remove fluids, debris, or gases from surgical sites or body cavities.
• Application: Essential in surgeries, wound care, and in emergency medicine.

Cannulas

• Material: Usually constructed from stainless steel or high-quality plastic.
• Design:
  • Hollow tubes designed for insertion into the body.
  • May come with a removable inner stylet for easy insertion.
• Function:
  • Used to deliver fluids, medications, or to drain fluids from the body.
  • Can be used in various procedures, including IV therapy and airway management.

Wound and Bladder Syringe (Glass Barrel)

• Material:
  • Glass barrel for ease of cleaning and sterilization.
  • Rubber or plastic plunger for smooth operation.
• Design:
  • Typically features a graduated scale for accurate measurement.
  • Can have a variety of tips for different applications (e.g., curved tip for wound irrigation).
• Function:
  • Used for irrigating wounds, drawing fluids, or administering medications into the bladder.
• Capacity: Available in various sizes, commonly from 30 mL to 60 mL.