The No.11 is an elongated triangular blade sharpened along the hypotenuse edge with a strong pointed tip making it ideal for stab incisions needed when lancing an abscess or inserting a chest drain. It is held like a pencil and often upside down by the surgeon to prevent it inadvertently being inserted too deep. To avoid this scenario the scalpel should not be held towards the back end whilst the heel of the hand should be placed on the skin thus stabilizing the hand to help prevent an unwanted deep incision.
The No.11 is also used for other small incisions for example when inserting a laparoscopic port, vein and artery central lines ,opening the aorta and removing calcifications in the aortic or mitral valves, anatomical dissections and surgical treatment of disorders of the foot, ankle and lower extremities in Podiatry. The No.11 blades fit Handles 3, 3L, 3 Graduated, 5B, 7, 9 and B3
Specifications:
- Size 11
- Single Use
- Carbon Steel Blades
- Sterilized with gamma radiation
- 100 blades
Our lead times are 5-7 working days excluding weekends, public holiday’s & shipping time with our courier.
Lead times on out of stock or special-order items 6-8 weeks / 8-10 weeks
PLEASE NOTE DUE TO UNFORSEEN ROAD OR AIR FREIGHT DELAYS PARCELS CAN BE DELAYED BY A FEW DAYS.
*Please note pictures are mainly for illustration purposes, actual product and size may vary slightly*
WASHING INSTRUCTIONS:
Machine wash separately in cold water on a gentle cycle. Tumble dry separately on low heat. Add QE Home Wool Dryer Balls to reduce wrinkles and increases drying efficiency. Touch up with a low heat iron as needed. Do not bleach or dry clean.
