What Are Sharp/Sharp Straight Operating Scissors?
The VM-SSO12SSS are operating (surgical) scissors in the sharp/sharp (SS) configuration ? meaning both blades have sharp cutting edges ? in a straight (STR) design. The sharp/sharp straight configuration delivers clean, precise cuts through soft tissue, suture material, adhesive tape, and dressings without the blunt tip of sharp/blunt scissors. At 12.5cm (5 inches) in length, this is the standard minor procedure scissors size, providing comfortable reach and control in hand for procedures under local anaesthesia.
Clinical Applications
Sharp/sharp straight scissors are used across multiple clinical contexts: cutting sutures during wound closure, debridement of devitalised tissue from wound edges, cutting dressing materials, incising abscess cavities, and general soft tissue cutting during minor surgical procedures. The straight configuration provides a clear visual sightline along the cutting axis ? preferred when cutting in a straight line is required. Curved scissors (such as the Metzenbaum) are preferred when cutting around curves or in confined spaces.
Comparison Within the Range
Vital Medical supplies scissors in multiple configurations: VM-SSO12SSS (sharp/sharp straight, 12.5cm) for precise tissue and suture cutting, standard operating scissors (sharp/blunt) for tissue cutting where a blunt tip is needed for safety, bandage scissors (Lister) for safe removal of dressings and casts, and Iris scissors for fine, delicate tissue work. All are stainless steel and autoclavable at 134?C.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Specification | Value |
| Type | Operating scissors |
| Blade Configuration | Sharp / Sharp (both blades sharp) |
| Shape | Straight (STR) |
| Length | 12.5 cm (5 inch) |
| Material | Stainless steel |
| Handle | Ring handle (scissor grip) |
| Application | Tissue cutting, suture cutting, wound care, minor surgery |
| Sterilisation | Autoclavable (134?C steam) |