Description
Schumacher Sternum Shears
Size: 210 mm
The Schumacher Sternum Shears, manufactured under the trusted SMS brand and supplied worldwide by NAZMED SMS SDN BHD, are highly specialized instruments designed for precise cutting and splitting of the sternum during thoracic and cardiovascular surgery. Known for their durability and ergonomic efficiency, these shears are indispensable for procedures requiring sternal access, such as open-heart surgery, thoracotomy, and major chest interventions.
Engineered with sharp, heavy-duty blades and an optimized mechanical action, Schumacher Sternum Shears provide surgeons with the strength and control needed to cut through the sternum safely while minimizing trauma to surrounding tissues.
Clinical Use & Relevance
Schumacher Sternum Shears are widely used in:
- Cardiac surgery – for sternotomy in open-heart procedures
- Thoracic surgery – ensuring safe entry into the chest cavity
- Trauma surgery – for emergency access in thoracic injuries
- Teaching hospitals – as a standard tool for sternal access in surgical training
These shears are crucial for ensuring fast, precise, and atraumatic sternal division, improving access to vital thoracic structures.
Design & Ergonomic Highlights
- Heavy-duty cutting blades designed for sternum bone division
- Optimized leverage mechanism reduces surgeon fatigue
- Durable stainless steel construction ensures long-term reliability
- Ergonomic handles for firm, non-slip grip during high-pressure cutting
- Autoclavable and reusable, meeting modern sterilization standards
- Designed for precise, clean cuts with minimal splintering
Benefits for Surgeons & Medical Teams
- Enables safe and efficient sternotomy
- Provides superior control for challenging chest surgeries
- Reduces surgeon effort with optimized cutting mechanics
- Enhances patient safety with atraumatic precision cutting
- Globally recognized as a reliable thoracic surgery instrument
NAZMED SMS SDN BHD is a globally trusted supplier of surgical medical supplies, offering instruments that combine engineering excellence, safety, and clinical reliability. The SMS brand is preferred by surgeons in Asia, Europe, North America, Africa, and the Middle East, known for meeting the highest international standards in thoracic and cardiovascular surgical instruments.
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- Tracheotomy, Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Instruments
- Full Thoracic Surgery Instrument Range
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Choosing Schumacher Sternum Shears ensures surgeons have a robust, reliable, and precise cutting instrument for critical sternotomy procedures.
Key Features
- Precision-engineered Schumacher Sternum Shears
- Designed for cutting the sternum in thoracic and cardiac surgery
- Heavy-duty blades ensure clean, accurate cuts
- Optimized leverage mechanism for reduced effort
- Stainless steel construction for durability and sterility
- Ergonomic handles with secure grip
- Autoclavable and reusable for long-term use
- Essential for open-heart and thoracic access procedures
- Reduces trauma and improves surgical efficiency
- Manufactured under SMS brand standards by NAZMED SMS
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