Essential Surgical Instruments Categories
1. METAL FEMALE CATHETER
Purpose: A metal female catheter is primarily used to drain the bladder or obtain urine samples, especially when a sterile, durable, and easily cleaned device is needed. They can be used to relieve urinary retention, manage incontinence, or obtain urine specimens for testing. While more durable, metal catheters are less commonly used now due to the availability of single-use, flexible catheters.
2. HOLMGREN AURAL SPECULUM
Purpose: A Holmgren aural speculum is a surgical instrument used to examine and treat the ear canal and eardrum. It’s a type of ear speculum, specifically designed for procedures like cleaning infections, removing wax or foreign bodies, and examining the ear for various conditions. The “self-retaining” feature of the Holmgren speculum allows it to stay open and in place without needing to be held, freeing up the user’s hands for other tasks during procedures.
3. RECTAL DILATOR (ANAL DILATOR) NO-6,7,8
Purpose: Rectal dilators (also known as anal dilators) in sizes 6, 7, and 8 are medical devices used to gradually stretch the anal canal and surrounding muscles, typically for treatment of conditions like anal fissures, strictures, or to aid in post-surgery recovery. They are also used in pelvic floor physiotherapy to address pain and muscular issues around the anus.
4. E.C.G. PLATE
Purpose: An ECG, or electrocardiogram, is a medical test that records the heart’s electrical activity. It is used to diagnose various heart conditions by analyzing the heart’s rhythm, rate, and electrical conduction.
5. VETERINARY DELIVERY HOOK
Purpose: A veterinary delivery hook, also known as a dystocia hook, is a surgical instrument used by veterinarians and livestock professionals to assist in difficult animal deliveries, particularly during cases of dystocia (difficult birth). These hooks are designed to provide a secure grip and help maneuver the fetus during delivery, aiding in repositioning or extraction when natural birth is obstructed.
6. BAKE BILE DUCT DILATORS (SET OF 9)
Purpose: The Bakes Gall Duct Dilators offer a wide range of surgical benefits. Its principal use is to dilate narrowed bile ducts to permit an adequate bile flow and check for gall stones. For this purpose, the instruments feature an ovoid, probe-shaped tip with blunt surfaces to minimize local damage.
7. TONGUE DEPRESSOR L TYPE BRASS
Purpose: A tongue depressor, particularly the L-type in brass, is a medical instrument used primarily to hold down the tongue during examinations of the mouth and throat. The L-shape provides better control and access for healthcare professionals to visualize the oral cavity and pharynx, making it easier to assess for infections, sores, or other abnormalities.
8. DIRECTOR FISTULA PROBE
Purpose: A fistula probe is a surgical instrument used to explore and diagnose fistulous tracts, particularly in the anal or rectal area. It’s a thin, blunt, and often curved instrument that helps surgeons locate the internal opening of a fistula, assess its depth and path, and potentially guide treatment.
9. ANTI URETHRAL DILATOR METAL ALL SIZE
Purpose: Used for dilating the urethra in cases of strictures or narrowing, helping to restore normal urinary flow.
10. LISTER URETHRAL BOUGIES SOUND SET OF 12 BRASS
Purpose: Lister Urethral Bougies Sound are used to dilate the urethra and relieve any obstructions to maintain urinary flow. The surgeon inserts Urethral Sound through the urethral opening to detect and dislodge any stones in the lumen of the urethra.
11. VETERINARY DELIVERY HOOK FOLDING
Purpose: A veterinary delivery hook, specifically a dystocia hook, is a surgical instrument used to assist with difficult animal births (dystocia). It’s employed to grasp and manipulate the fetus during delivery, helping to guide it out of the birth canal when natural delivery is obstructed.
12. AIRWAY WATER’S (ALL METAL) SIZE-1A,1B,1C,O-1,2,3,4
Purpose: The “airway water’s” or air-water syringe is a dental instrument used for various purposes during dental procedures. It delivers a stream of air and water to the oral cavity, primarily to clear and dry the treatment area, improve visibility, and assist with rinsing.
13. Y-CONNECTOR T-CONNECTOR
Purpose: Y-connectors and T-connectors, often called Y-sets and T-sets, are medical devices used to split or combine fluid pathways in medical tubing systems, particularly in intravenous (IV) therapy. They allow for the simultaneous administration of multiple fluids or medications through a single IV line.
14. FULLER TRACHEOSTOMY TUBE NO — 18,20,22,24,26,28,30,32,34,36
Purpose: Fuller tracheostomy tubes, ranging in size from 18 to 36, are used to maintain an open airway for patients who have difficulty breathing on their own or require long-term ventilation support. These tubes are inserted through a surgical opening (tracheostomy) in the neck and allow for oxygen delivery, removal of secretions, and, in some cases, speech with the use of a speaking valve.
15. MAGILL CONNECTION METAL NASAL & ORAL (SET OF 6)
Purpose: Magill connections are used in anesthesia to connect breathing circuits and maintain secure airway management during procedures.
16. COBB’S CONNECTION METAL (SET OF 4)
Purpose: Cobb’s connections are specialized connectors used in medical gas delivery systems and anesthesia equipment.
17. E.N.T. SUCTION TUBE ANGLED FRINGE CUT OFF SIZE — 1MM,1.5MM,2MM,3MM
Purpose: An E.N.T. (Ear, Nose, and Throat) suction tube with an angled fringe cut is a specialized medical instrument used to remove fluids and debris during ENT procedures. The angled design allows for better access to hard-to-reach areas, and the fringe cut provides a gentle yet effective means of suctioning without causing excessive tissue trauma.
18. ZOELLNER SUCTION TUBE (4 TYPE)
Purpose: Zoellner suction tubes, particularly the four-point type, are specialized medical instruments used for ear care and wax removal, specifically for aspirating pus, fluid, blood, or foreign bodies from narrow cavities like the ear canal. They are commonly used by ENT and general surgeons.
19. POOLE SUCTION TUBE STRAIGHT
Purpose: A Poole suction tube is a surgical instrument used to remove large amounts of fluid, like blood or irrigation fluid, from surgical sites, particularly during abdominal procedures.
20. POOLE SUCTION TUBE CURVED
Purpose: A Poole suction tube is a surgical instrument used to remove large amounts of fluid, like blood or irrigation fluid, from surgical sites, particularly during abdominal procedures. Its design, featuring multiple side holes, prevents clogging from tissue or debris while ensuring efficient fluid removal.
21. CUSCO VAGINAL SPECULUM
Purpose: A Cusco vaginal speculum is a medical instrument used primarily in gynecology for examining the vagina and cervix. It allows healthcare professionals to visualize the vaginal walls and cervix, facilitating procedures like Pap smears, biopsies, and the insertion of intrauterine devices (IUDs).
22. SUCKER NOZZLE
Purpose: In medical settings, a suction nozzle, also known as a suction tip or aspirator, is a device used to remove fluids, secretions, or debris from a patient’s airway, surgical site, or body cavity using suction.
23. SUPER ARABIC TROCAR
Purpose: A trocar is a medical instrument used to create an opening, or access point, into the body, typically in the abdomen, for laparoscopic surgery or other procedures.
24. NOVAK SUCTION CURETTE
Purpose: A Novak suction curette is a specialized surgical instrument used in gynecology for removing tissue and fluids from the uterine cavity.
25. WERTHEIM RETRACTOR
Purpose: A Wertheim retractor is a surgical instrument used primarily in gynecological procedures, specifically hysterectomies, to retract vaginal walls and expose the pelvic organs for better access to the surgical field.
26. WALTON RETRACTORS COPPER MALLEABLE
Purpose: Walton retractors, specifically the malleable copper type, are surgical instruments used to hold back tissues and organs during various medical procedures, primarily in abdominal, cardiovascular, ophthalmic, and neurosurgical operations.
27. DOYEN RECTANGULAR RETRACTOR
Purpose: A Doyen retractor, specifically the rectangular version, is a surgical instrument used to hold back soft tissues and organs during various procedures, particularly in abdominal and gynecological surgeries, to provide better access and visualization.
28. MAGILL SUCTION TUBES
Purpose: Magill suction tubes are medical devices used primarily in surgical procedures, especially in the oral cavity, to remove fluids and secretions from the patient’s airway. They are commonly employed during intubation and other procedures to clear the airway.
29. SIMS DUCKBILL SPECULUM
Purpose: A Sims duckbill speculum is a type of vaginal speculum used in gynecology to visualize the vaginal canal and cervix. It is particularly useful for procedures requiring a clear view and access to the posterior vaginal wall.
30. PROCTOSCOPE HALF SLOTTED & FULL SLOTTED
Purpose: A half-slotted proctoscope is a medical instrument used during proctoscopy, a procedure to examine the rectum and anus. A full slotted proctoscope is a medical instrument used during proctoscopy, a procedure to examine the anal canal and rectum.
31. PROCTOSCOPE SIZE — L,M,S,XL
Purpose: A proctoscope is a medical instrument used for visual examination of the anal canal and rectum, aiding in the diagnosis and assessment of various conditions.
32. LANE RETRACTOR
Purpose: A Lane retractor is a surgical instrument used to hold back tissues or organs, providing better access and visibility to the surgical site during various procedures.
33. GABRIEL RECTAL SPECULUM (PROCTOSCOPE) SIZE –L, M, S, XL
Purpose: A Gabriel rectal speculum, also known as a proctoscope, is a medical instrument used to examine the rectum and anus. It allows healthcare providers to visualize the rectal cavity, enabling them to diagnose and potentially treat conditions affecting this area.
34. EVE TONSIL SNARE
Purpose: An EVE tonsil snare is a surgical instrument used during a tonsillectomy to remove the tonsils. It features a wire loop that is placed around the tonsil and tightened to cut and remove the tissue.
35. ISLAM PAEDIATRIC BONE MARROW BIOPSY NEEDLE CHANDSHI
Purpose: The Islam Pediatric Bone Marrow Biopsy Needle, also known as a Chandshi needle, is a specialized medical instrument used to extract bone marrow samples from children for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes.
36. HOUSE SUCTION AND IRRIGATION TUBES
Purpose: House suction and irrigation tubes are used in various surgical procedures to remove fluids and irrigate surgical sites, maintaining clear visibility and sterile conditions.
37. NAUNTON MORGAN RECTAL SPECULUM SIZE – L, M, S
Purpose: The Naunton Morgan rectal speculum is designed for examining the rectum and anal canal, providing excellent visualization for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
38. CASTRATOR FOR VETERINARY
Purpose: In veterinary medicine, a castrator, such as a Burdizzo castrator, is used to perform bloodless castration on male animals. This involves crushing the spermatic cord to prevent blood flow to the testicles.
39. DOYEN RETRACTOR SIZE -3″,3.5″,4″
Purpose: Doyen Retractor (Hand Retractors – Manual) Used to retract abdominal walls, organs, and tissues in abdominal surgeries.
40. TROCAR NESTED UNIVERSAL WITH 4 ADAPTORS
Purpose: A nested universal trocar cone is a surgical instrument used in minimally invasive procedures, specifically laparoscopic surgeries. It allows surgeons to create and maintain access ports into the body for inserting instruments and a camera.
41. MARTIN TROCAR & CANNULA
Purpose: A Martin trocar and cannula are medical devices used in minimally invasive surgery, particularly laparoscopy. The trocar, with its sharp or blunt tip, creates a passage through the body wall, while the cannula provides a conduit for surgical instruments.
42. CUSCO VAGINAL SPECULUM (VETERINARY & HUMAN)
Purpose: A Cusco vaginal speculum is a medical instrument used by healthcare professionals for examining the vagina and cervix. It is commonly used during procedures like Pap smears, IUD insertions, and other vaginal or cervical examinations.
43. PROBES SIZE -5″,6″,7″,8″
Purpose: Medical probes come in various sizes and are used for diverse diagnostic and surgical procedures. They can be used to explore wounds, assess tissue depths, and assist in surgical procedures.
44. DOCTOR DAS CERVIX DILATORS (SET OF 12)
Purpose: Doctor Das cervical dilators are medical instruments used to dilate or widen the cervix, the opening of the uterus, for various gynecological procedures. They are used to facilitate access to the uterus for diagnostic or therapeutic purposes.
45. HEGAR CERVIX DILATORS (SET OF 8)
Purpose: Hegar dilators are medical instruments, typically made of stainless steel, used to dilate the cervix, which is the narrow opening of the uterus. They are used in various gynecological procedures to gain access to the uterus for diagnosis or treatment.
46. TUMARKIN EAR SPECULUM SLOT BLACK (SET OF 4)
Purpose: A Tumarkin ear speculum with a black slot is a medical instrument used to examine the ear canal and perform procedures like microsuction and wax removal. The slot allows for the insertion of other instruments during treatment.
47. H.S.G CANNULA WITH RUBBER GUARD & WITH HANGER & LOCK
Purpose: For a hysterosalpingogram (HSG), this cannula is used to inject contrast material into the uterus and fallopian tubes for imaging purposes, helping to diagnose fertility issues and uterine abnormalities.
48. SUCTION CANNULA METAL GENERAL LIGHT HANDLE
Purpose: A metal suction cannula with a light handle, often called a Frazier or Yankauer suction cannula, is a medical instrument used to remove fluids, debris, and other materials from a surgical site during medical procedures.
49. AURAL SPECULUM FULL SLOT BLACK (SET OF 4)
Purpose: An aural speculum with a full slot is a medical instrument used primarily in ear, nose, and throat (ENT) procedures. Its primary function is to provide a clear view of the ear canal and tympanic membrane for examination and treatment.
50. MAYO SAFETY PIN FORCEPS HOLDER
Purpose: A Mayo safety pin forceps holder is a medical device used to securely hold surgical instruments, especially forceps, during procedures and sterilization. It’s designed with a safety mechanism to prevent accidental opening and potential injury.
Last Updated: July 2025