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Definition of Suture Scissors

Suture scissors are an indispensable tool in the medical field. They provide hospitals, doctor's clinics and operating rooms with the proper instrument to cut and remove suture string. Sizes vary depending on what length of suture is being removed. Suture scissors are specifically designed to remove sutures through the design of the tip.

  1. History of Scissors

    • The credit for the invention of scissors has been given to the ancient Egyptians and Mesopotamians. The design was simple; they were invented during the Bronze Age. The basic scissor design consisted of two sharp, flat pieces of metal that slid against each other to cut items.

    Suture Scissors Features

    • Suture scissors are autoclavable and made from surgical stainless steel. The basic tip design may be pointed or blunt ended. The blades are either hooked, curved or have a curved blunt blade to enable easy removal of sutures. The hook lets the medical personnel easily lift the sutures to be cut.

    Suture Scissors Size

    • Suture scissors are available in several sizes. The include 3 1/2 inch, 4 1/2 inch, 4 3/4 inch, 5 1/2 inch and 6 inches. The 3 1/2-inch bladed suture scissors are used when cutting and removing stitches in very small and tight places. Each pair of scissors has a specifically designed tip for the size. The scissor tips include straight, curved, light pattern or specialized design.

    Military Use

    • The military uses 6-inch suture scissors with a single blunt-tip made from surgical stainless steel. The scissors are very durable for their size, are easy to transport and provide practical use for other situations. They may be used to cut sutures, adhesive tape and other items used for wound dressings.

    Specialized Suture Scissors

    • A Laschal SS suture scissors is designed specifically to allow the individual removing the stitches to use only one hand. As the blade closes, a small forceps that is attached to one blade opens and exposes a second blade. The suture is cut and remains gripped by the scissors, allowing for easy removal.

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