"Surgical scissors with a straight blade and a sharp/blunt tip are also commonly used in surgical procedures to cut tissues or sutures. These scissors typically have a length of 12.5 centimeters (cm). The term ""sharp/blunt"" refers to the shape of the scissor tips, with one tip being sharp and the other being flat and dull. This design allows for more precise cutting of tissues while still minimizing the risk of accidental injury to delicate structures.The sharp blade is used for cutting through tougher tissues, while the blunt tip is used for sliding under delicate tissues without damaging them. Surgical scissors with this design may be used in a variety of procedures, including plastic surgery, dental surgery, and other types of medical procedures.Like other surgical scissors, those with a straight sharp/blunt blade are typically made from materials such as stainless steel that can be sterilized to prevent infection. They are an essential tool for any medical professional involved in surgery or other procedures that involve cutting or suturing of tissues."
A hand-held manual surgical instrument designed to cut/dissect a variety of tissues during open surgery and having no dedication to a specific anatomy or clinical use; it might in addition be intended for cutting materials associated with surgery (e.g., sutures). It is comprised of two pivoted shearing blades with handles, whereby the blades cut as the sharpened edges pass one another as they are closed; some types may have blades that cross over to expose a sharp edge for slicing tissue like a scalpel. It is typically made of metal and is available in various designs and sizes, and some types can have carbide inserts along the cutting edges. This is a reusable device.