Surgical scissors or Operating scissors are a type of surgical instrument that are used to cut through tissue during surgical procedures. The scissors may have different blade types, including straight or curved blades, and may be available in different lengths depending on the specific application.The surgical scissors described here have straight blades that are blunt on both ends. This means that the tips of the scissors are not pointed, but rather have a flat, rounded edge. This type of scissor is commonly used in surgical procedures that require precise cutting of tissue without damaging surrounding structures.The scissors are typically made from high-quality surgical steel or titanium, which is strong, durable, and resistant to corrosion. They are designed to be easy to clean and sterilize, which is essential in surgical settings to prevent the spread of infection.Overall, surgical scissors with straight blunt/blunt blades are a valuable tool in many surgical procedures, particularly those that require precise cutting without the risk of accidental damage to surrounding tissue. They are an essential component of any surgical toolkit and are widely used in a variety of medical specialties.
A hand-held manual surgical instrument designed to cut tissues during a gynaecological surgical procedure; it is not intended for obstetric use. It is comprised of two pivoted shearing blades with finger and thumb ring-handles (i.e., not pinch-grip design) whereby the shearing action is directly adjacent to the handles (i.e., not alligator or endoscopic design). It is made of metal and available in a variety of blade designs; the blades may have carbide inserts along the cutting edges. This is a reusable device.