8 1/2" Matson Rib Stripper Elevator

Controlled Rib Elevation and Stripping for Surgical Access

The 8 1/2" Matson Rib Stripper Elevator is an elevator instrument intended for rib stripping and elevation during surgical preparation and exposure. Its dedicated form supports controlled engagement around the rib, helping professionals perform focused dissection and tissue elevation tasks within cardiovascular and general surgery workflows. The 8 1/2" length provides practical reach for working within the operative field while maintaining a compact profile for instrument handling. As part of the elevator family, it can support organized, deliberate manipulation when access around the rib is required, helping integrate rib-related steps into established surgical technique and facility protocols.

Use Cases

• Support rib stripping and elevation during cardiovascular surgical workflows.
• Assist with rib-related dissection and exposure tasks in general surgery.
• Engage and elevate tissue around the rib as part of a controlled operative technique.
• Provide practical reach for focused manipulation within the surgical field.

Specifications

Care & Handling

• Clean the instrument promptly after use according to facility procedures and the applicable manufacturer instructions for use.
• Inspect the working end and overall instrument condition before and after use for soil, damage, or changes that could affect handling.
• Handle the elevator carefully to protect its working surfaces and avoid contact with other instruments that could cause damage.
• Store in a clean, dry, protected location in accordance with facility protocols.

General use; follow facility protocols.