Dressing Sharp / Probe Scissors

Versatile Scissors with Safe Probe Tip for Bandage and Dressing Removal

Illustration of Dressing Sharp/Probe Scissors

Product Overview

The Dressing Sharp / Probe Scissors are defined by their asymmetric tip configuration: one blade has a sharp point, and the other features a blunt or probe point. This combination is essential for safely removing bandages and surgical dressings. The blunt tip is designed to be gently slipped under the dressing material without snagging or puncturing the patient's skin, while the sharp tip provides the necessary clean cut for quick removal. They are an indispensable tool in emergency medicine and wound care.

Key Instrument Features 

  • Sharp/Blunt Tip Configuration: One pointed end provides cutting efficiency, while the other blunt end ensures maximum safety near soft tissue.
  • Safe Probe Design: The rounded, blunt tip is specifically shaped to slide under tightly wrapped bandages or dressings without risk of injury.
  • General Utility: Suitable for cutting a variety of materials in a clinical setting, including gauze, tapes, and light sutures.
  • Available in various standard lengths to suit different procedural requirements and user preferences.

Product Codes and Specifications

Product Code
Length (Inches)
Length (mm)
333049B
5"
127 mm
334017B
8"
203 mm

Common Usage and Application

  • Safely cutting away bandages, tape, and gauze without touching the skin.
  • Removing sutures after wound healing is complete.
  • General utility cutting in clinics, emergency rooms, and field hospitals.