Rib Shears

Cooley first rib shears are heavy‑duty cutting instruments for median sternotomy and thoracic surgery approaches to coronary bypass and heart transplantation. The curved jaws with 340mm length provide mechanical advantage for cutting through dense rib and sternal bone during cardiac access. Stainless steel construction withstands repeated autoclave sterilization and maintains blade sharpness across multiple cases.

Features & Benefits

• Curved jaws designed for bone‑cutting power
• 340mm extended length for sternotomy access
• Heavy‑duty stainless‑steel construction
• Reliable performance across repeated procedures

Coryllos‑Bethune rib shears with left protected jaw are designed for controlled division of rib bone during median sternotomy or lateral thoracotomy exposure. The protected jaw prevents inadvertent injury to underlying pleural or cardiac structures while the opposite jaw delivers cutting force. The 360mm length provides leverage and reach for deep thoracic work.

Features & Benefits

• Left protected jaw prevents subcutaneous structure injury during division
• 360mm length optimizes cutting leverage for rib division
• Straight cutting jaws deliver clean bone transection
• Stainless‑steel construction withstands routine sterilization

Straight Coryllos‑Bethune rib shears are dual‑purpose instruments for controlled rib cutting during cardiac exposure and closure. The symmetrical straight jaw design accommodates both right‑ and left‑sided rib divisions without requiring hand position changes. The extended 360mm shaft provides mechanical advantage while keeping the surgeon's hand clear of the operative field.

Features & Benefits

• Straight jaws support bilateral rib division
• 360mm length delivers superior cutting leverage
• Symmetrical design reduces surgeon position relearning
• Heavy‑duty stainless‑steel edge maintains cutting sharpness

Stille rib shears provide clean, controlled dissection through calcified or osteoporotic rib during sternotomy extension and periosteal access. The sturdy 210mm straight design distributes cutting force evenly, preventing rib fracture splinter propagation. Stainless steel construction withstands repeated high‑force closure across multiple cardiac cases.

Features & Benefits

• Straight shear geometry for uniform cutting force across rib bone
• 210mm length allows bimanual control during sternotomy closure
• Heavy‑duty stainless steel resists deformation under repeated closure
• Designed for clean periosteal dissection without fragmentation