Features and Description:
The Brodie Probe (20.0 cm / 8″), also known as the Brodie Grooved Director, is a precision surgical instrument used to trace sinus tracts, guide other instruments, and safely depress or manipulate the tongue during oral and general surgeries.
Key Features
- Dual-Ended Design: Features a grooved channel that acts as a secure guide for scalpels and a specialized butterfly-shaped or flat spatula end for tongue manipulation.
- Optimal Length: At 20.0 cm (8 inches), it provides the perfect reach for deep tissue or oral cavity exploration.
- Premium Material: Typically crafted from high-grade surgical stainless steel, ensuring rust resistance, durability, and reliable sterilization.
- Precise Control: Smooth edges and a lightweight, ergonomic handle allow for delicate tissue maneuvering without causing damage.
Clinical Applications
- Oral Surgery: Ideal for isolating the lingual frenulum, retracting tissues, and manipulating the tongue.
- General & Specialized Surgery: Functions as a grooved director to guide cutting instruments during the dissection and division of tissues.
- Exploration: Used to probe and trace fistulas, deep wounds, or sinus tracts.
Technical Specifications
- Overall Length: 20.0 cm (8.0 in)
- Material: Medical-grade Stainless Steel
- Sterilization: Fully autoclavable/reusable
- Tip Configuration: Grooved director with flat/butterfly terminal
- Surface Finish: Corrosion-resistant satin or matte finish