Rib Shears
Rib shears cut ribs and the sternum cleanly during thoracic surgery, for example to remove a section of rib for access or to trim rib ends. Strong jaws and long handles give the leverage needed to cut bone with control. Medfort makes the classic thoracic patterns, plus bone shears and a sternum chisel (codes SI-060301 to SI-060309).
Where they are used
They are used in thoracic and cardiothoracic surgery, thoracoplasty, rib resection, chest drain insertion and trauma surgery.
Our range
- Rib shears: Gluck (drawing cut), Bethune, Sauerbruch, Giertz-Stille and Brunner
- Bone shears
- Lebsche sternum chisel
Material and finish
Orthopedic and bone instruments are made from hardened surgical grade stainless steel, so they keep their edge and their shape under heavy force. Compound action patterns multiply hand pressure for easier cutting. Tungsten carbide (TC) inserts are used on selected cutters and pliers for a longer working life. Handles are shaped for a firm, comfortable grip, even with wet gloves, and the satin finish reduces glare under theatre lights.
How to choose
Gluck shears have a drawing cut, which slices through the rib rather than crushing it. Bethune and Sauerbruch shears are strong general patterns. Giertz-Stille shears are compound-action for extra power. The Lebsche chisel is struck with a mallet to divide the sternum where a powered saw is not used.
Quality control
Every bone instrument is checked for hardness after heat treatment. Cutting edges are test-cut, jaws are checked for alignment, and springs and joints are tested for smooth action. Finished instruments are passivated, cleaned and packed.
Sharpening and repair
Cutting instruments such as osteotomes, chisels, rasps and rongeurs lose their edge with use, and a blunt edge needs more force and gives a less precise cut. We can resharpen and recondition Medfort bone instruments, and we can also advise on how often to service them. Keeping a spare of your most-used patterns means one can be sent for sharpening while the other stays in use.
Care and sterilization
Remove all bone fragments and tissue straight after use, especially from jaws, teeth and joints. Clean, dry and lubricate moving parts. All instruments are suitable for standard steam sterilization. Check cutting edges regularly and send them for sharpening when needed.
Ordering and custom sizes
You can order single instruments, mixed quantities or complete sets, and we supply hospitals, clinics, distributors and government tenders. If you need a pattern, length or size that is not listed, send us a drawing, a sample or a catalogue reference and we will quote for it. We also offer OEM and private label manufacturing, with your logo laser-etched on the instrument and your own packaging. Please contact us for prices, delivery times and shipping to your country.
Frequently asked questions
What is a drawing cut? The blades slide across each other as they close, slicing the bone cleanly.
Can the shears be sharpened? Yes. Please contact us about sharpening.
Why choose Medfort
- Manufactured in Sialkot, Pakistan, the world's centre of surgical instrument making
- Surgical grade stainless steel to AISI, ASTM and DIN standards
- ISO 9001, ISO 13485 and CE marked manufacturing
- OEM and private label manufacturing available
- Single instruments, bulk orders and complete sets
Need a quote, a custom size or a complete set? Email [email protected] or call +92 349 0444976.
