Mayo Scissors

 

Key features:

Force: Able to easily cut through thick tissue

Precision: Bulky size and semi-blunt ends limit the surgeon’s ability to target exact cuts

Comfort: Easy to grasp, medium weight

Durability: Usually made with stainless steel, and can also have tungsten carbide or titanium.

 
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