Guthrie Skin Hook small 1.5mm

Controlled Tissue Retraction for Focused Surgical Access

The Guthrie Skin Hook small 1.5mm is a hand-held surgical hook designed for controlled engagement and gentle retraction of tissue during focused operative work. Its small 1.5mm functional size supports precise handling where a compact hook is preferred for localized access and visibility. In General Surgery, it can assist with tissue positioning during delicate steps of a procedure; in Neurosurgery, it may support careful exposure in appropriately selected operative settings. The straightforward hook design provides a practical option for maintaining tissue control while keeping instrument handling direct and responsive within the surgical field.

Use Cases

• Engage and gently retract small areas of tissue during focused General Surgery procedures.
• Support localized tissue positioning when a compact hook is appropriate for the operative field.
• Assist with maintaining exposure and visibility during carefully controlled surgical manipulation.
• Use in Neurosurgery workflows where a small skin hook supports precise, localized retraction.
• Provide a direct hand-held option for tissue handling during routine surgical access tasks.

Specifications

Care & Handling

• Clean the instrument in accordance with facility procedures and the applicable manufacturer instructions for use.
• Inspect the hook before and after use for visible damage, deformation, or other conditions that could affect handling.
• Handle the small hook carefully during transport, cleaning, and setup to help protect its working end.
• Store in a clean, protected manner that helps prevent contact damage and supports inspection before reuse.

General use; follow facility protocols.