Buying surgical instruments: what to check
Short answerCheck the steel grade, the finish, how the joints and jaws close, the ratchets and the markings, and buy from a maker that can supply full sets and replacements. Ask for samples on bulk orders.
Which steel should surgical instruments be made of?
Most reusable instruments are made of martensitic stainless steel, which can be hardened to hold an edge, or austenitic stainless steel for parts that need more corrosion resistance. Ask the maker which grade each instrument uses.
How do you check quality in your hand?
- Jaws meet evenly along their length, with serrations that interlock.
- Ratchets on forceps and needle holders hold at each step and release smoothly.
- Box joints move freely without play.
- Scissors cut cleanly to the tip.
- Finish is even (satin or mirror) with no pits or burrs.
Sets, kits and repeat orders
Hospitals usually buy instruments as sets for each procedure. Buying from a manufacturer that makes the whole range makes it easier to replace a single instrument later with one that matches.
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