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Potts-Smith Vascular Scissors

Potts-Smith Vascular Scissors

SKU:PS-6027-1

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Potts-Smith Vascular Scissors

The Potts-Smith Vascular Scissors are specialized surgical scissors used for controlled cutting, opening, and trimming of blood vessels during cardiovascular and thoracic procedures. The Potts-Smith pattern is designed specifically for vascular work, providing a more specialized cutting configuration than standard general surgical scissors.

The current Peak Surgicals storefront identifies this product as SKU PS-6027-1. It is manufactured from German stainless steel, is listed as reusable, and is available with selectable Size and surface-finish options.

Potts-Smith Vascular Scissor Pattern

Potts-Smith scissors are established within cardiovascular and thoracic instrument ranges as dedicated vascular scissors. The pattern is commonly used when a vessel must be opened, extended, trimmed, or dissected during open vascular surgery.

Potts-Smith scissors are manufactured in several blade angles and dimensions across the surgical-instrument market. However, the current Peak Surgicals page does not identify the exact angle or blade dimensions supplied with PS-6027-1. Those specifications should therefore be confirmed before ordering.

Designed for Vessel Cutting and Arteriotomy

The primary surgical context of the Potts-Smith pattern is controlled cutting of vascular structures. Vascular scissors of this type are used when a surgeon needs to create or extend an incision in a vessel during open cardiovascular procedures.

The exact cutting technique and instrument angle should be selected by the operating surgeon according to the vessel, operative approach, and procedure being performed.

Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgical Application

The current Peak Surgicals page positions Potts Smith Scissors within its Cardiovascular Instruments offering. Established Potts-Smith vascular scissors are also used in cardiovascular and thoracic procedures where fine vessel cutting or trimming is required.

The current product page does not assign this exact model to a specific procedure, vessel diameter, bypass technique, or anatomical location, so procedure-specific compatibility should not be assumed.

Angled Vascular Scissor Pattern

Potts-Smith vascular scissors are commonly produced with angled working blades to provide access to vessels from different operative approaches. Established instrument ranges include multiple angles such as 25°, 45°, and 60°.

These angles describe the Potts-Smith instrument family generally and should not be treated as confirmed specifications for Peak Surgicals SKU PS-6027-1 because the live product page does not expose the selected blade angle.

German Stainless Steel Construction

The current Peak Surgicals specification confirms German stainless steel construction. The metallic design provides the rigid structure required for a reusable manually operated surgical scissor.

The exact stainless-steel alloy grade is not stated on the current product page. Hospitals, cardiovascular departments, distributors, and procurement teams requiring a particular material grade should confirm that information before ordering.

Reusable Surgical Instrument

Peak Surgicals specifically identifies the Potts Smith Scissors as reusable. Following clinical use, the instrument should be cleaned, inspected, and reprocessed according to applicable manufacturer instructions and the healthcare facility's validated procedures.

Particular attention should be given to the blades, tips, pivot joint, and cutting edges. Before reuse, inspect the instrument for blade misalignment, deformation, corrosion, restricted movement, or visible cutting-edge damage.

Selectable Size Options

The live Peak Surgicals storefront includes a Size selector, indicating that selectable configurations are available for this product.

The exact size values are not exposed in the current accessible page information. Buyers requiring a specific overall length, blade length, or blade angle should therefore confirm the selected configuration before ordering.

Satin, Dull and Mirror Finish Options

The current product specification lists satin, dull, and mirror finish options. These allow surgical departments and procurement teams to select the surface finish required for their instrument inventory.

If a particular finish is required, the selected option should be confirmed when placing the order.

Product Specifications

Product Name Potts-Smith Vascular Scissors
Storefront SKU PS-6027-1
Model Number in Existing Description PS-6027
Instrument Type Vascular Surgical Scissors
Pattern Potts-Smith
Material German Stainless Steel
Feature Reusable
Finish Options Satin, Dull, Mirror
Primary Surgical Context Cardiovascular / Thoracic Surgery
Primary Pattern Function Controlled Vessel Cutting, Opening and Trimming
Size Options Selectable – Exact Values Not Exposed on Current Page
Blade Angle Not Specified on Current Product Page
Overall Length Not Specified on Current Product Page

For Cardiovascular Departments and Surgical Procurement

The Potts-Smith Vascular Scissors are relevant for cardiovascular and thoracic surgery departments, vascular surgical services, hospitals, operating rooms, instrument distributors, and procurement teams sourcing reusable vascular scissors.

For accurate purchasing, buyers should reference the Potts-Smith pattern and verify whether the required product code is PS-6027-1 or PS-6027, because both currently appear on the Peak Surgicals page. Exact overall length, blade angle, blade dimensions, tip configuration, and stainless-steel alloy grade should also be confirmed before ordering.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Potts-Smith Scissors used for?

Potts-Smith scissors are specialized vascular scissors used for controlled cutting, opening, extending, and trimming of blood vessels during open cardiovascular and thoracic surgery.

Are Potts-Smith Scissors vascular instruments?

Yes. The Potts-Smith pattern is an established vascular scissor design, and Peak Surgicals positions this product within its cardiovascular instrument range.

What material are the scissors made from?

The current Peak Surgicals specification identifies German stainless steel. The exact alloy grade is not stated.

What blade angle does this model have?

The current Peak Surgicals page does not specify the exact blade angle for PS-6027-1. Potts-Smith scissors are available generally in multiple angles, but those values should not be assigned to this exact model without confirmation.

What size are the scissors?

The live storefront contains a Size selector, but the exact selectable measurements are not exposed in the current product information.

What is the SKU for the Potts-Smith Scissors?

The current storefront displays PS-6027-1, while the existing product description lists model PS-6027. This discrepancy should be verified in Shopify.