Skip to content 
Description
The Rib Shears are specialized surgical instruments designed for cutting and resecting ribs during thoracic and cardiothoracic procedures. Their strong jaws and scissor-like action allow surgeons to cut through dense rib bone with minimal effort, providing safe and efficient access to the thoracic cavity.
Made from high-grade German stainless steel, rib shears are durable, corrosion-resistant, and fully autoclavable, ensuring reliable performance in repeated surgical use. The sharp, curved blades are engineered to deliver clean bone cuts while minimizing trauma to surrounding soft tissues.
These shears are widely used in thoracotomies, chest surgeries, rib resections, and cardiothoracic operations, where quick and precise rib division is critical.
🔹 Key Uses:
-
Cutting ribs during thoracic and cardiothoracic procedures
-
Used in rib resections and chest wall surgeries
-
Facilitating access to the lungs, heart, and mediastinum
-
Commonly used in trauma and emergency surgeries involving chest injuries
🔹 Design Benefits:
-
Curved, sharp blades for efficient rib cutting
-
Heavy-duty construction for maximum strength and reliability
-
Ergonomic handles for comfortable grip and control
-
Stainless steel design for durability and easy sterilization
-
Available in different models such as Gluck, Collin, and Bethune rib shears
The Rib Shear remain a vital tool in thoracic and cardiothoracic surgery, offering both strength and precision for effective rib division.
👉 Explore related tools in our Thoracic & Cardiovascular Instruments Collection.
| Name | Rib shear 8¾” (22cm) |
| Code | 57-0746 |
| Category | Thoracic & Lung Surgery |
| Type | Shear |
| Size | 22cm |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Reusable | Yes |
