Scalpel handles are designed to use different blades and needs.
Parameters:
(1) general form
(2) surgical blades used
|
General Form |
Blades Handled |
Handle |
|
classic flat |
10 - 15 |
3 |
|
classic flat |
20 - 25 |
4 |
|
lengthened flat |
10 - 15 |
3L |
|
lengthened flat, angled head |
10 - 15 |
3LA |
|
lengthened flat |
20 - 25 |
4L |
|
classic narrow |
10 - 15 |
9 |
|
lengthened narrow |
10 - 15 |
7 |
|
fat plastic |
10 - 15 |
5 |
|
fat plastic |
20 - 25 |
6 |
|
fat plastic |
60 |
8 |
where:
• The classic flat scalpel is 13.5 to 14 cm in length.
• The lengthened scalpel is 16 to 17 cm in length
