V. Mueller AU12221 ENT Bellucci Alligator Scissors Heavy 3-1/4"

V. Mueller AU12221 Bellucci Alligator Scissors | 3-1/4" Heavy | Stainless Steel | ENT

The V. Mueller AU12221 Bellucci Alligator Scissors are a robust microsurgical instrument engineered for the unique challenges of middle ear and intranasal surgery. While the Bellucci name is synonymous with the finest dissections, the "Heavy" configuration of the AU12221 provides the additional structural integrity needed to cut through tougher tissues—such as thickened tympanic membranes, heavy adhesions, or fine cartilaginous grafts—where standard micro-scissors might flex or fail.

Featuring the classic "alligator" (pistol-grip) action, this instrument allows the surgeon to maintain an unobstructed line of sight through a surgical microscope or ear speculum, as only the distal jaws move while the shaft remains stationary.

Key Specifications

• Manufacturer: V. Mueller (Cardinal Health)

• Model / REF: AU12221

• Product Type: Bellucci Alligator Scissors

• Specialty: Otology / Neurotology (ENT)

• Working Length: 3-1/4 Inches (8.3 cm)

• Jaw Profile: Heavy-Duty Cutting Blades

• Material: Premium Surgical Stainless Steel

• Reusability: Fully Reusable / Autoclavable

Technical & Clinical Advantages

• "Heavy" Blade Utility: The AU12221 is reinforced to handle more demanding cutting tasks than its "Delicate" counterparts. This makes it an essential tool for revision stapedectomy or tympanoplasty where scarred, fibrotic tissue is present.

• Alligator-Action Visualization: The distal-only jaw movement is a critical design feature. By keeping the main shaft still, the instrument minimizes the visual "footprint" in the narrow ear canal, allowing the surgeon to work with sub-millimeter precision under high magnification.

• 3-1/4" Optimized Reach: The working length is specifically calibrated for trans-canal access. It provides enough reach to comfortably access the promontory and ossicles while maintaining a stable, balanced center of gravity in the surgeon's hand.

• Ergonomic Pistol Grip: The handle design provides a high mechanical advantage, allowing for a clean, effortless "shear" even through dense tissue. This reduces hand tremors and improves the predictability of the cut.

• V. Mueller Metallurgy: Forged from high-grade stainless steel, these scissors are designed to maintain their edge sharpness and hinge alignment through hundreds of high-pressure sterilization cycles.

Condition & Quality Assurance

• Status: Used – Excellent Clinical Condition.

• Integrity: This instrument has been meticulously inspected for blade sharpness and jaw alignment. The "heavy" blades meet perfectly from the hinge to the tip with no mechanical play. The stainless steel finish is free of pitting, oxidation, or burrs.

• Professional Processing: Primis Medical performs an extensive cleaning and disinfection protocol for all pre-owned surgical assets. Our expert staff, with over 25 years of experience, ensures that each instrument meets AAMI and manufacturer standards for hospital readiness.

• Regulatory Compliance: As a Class II surgical instrument, the sale of this item is subject to FDA regulation. We will verify your status as an authorized medical purchaser prior to shipment.

Shipping & Handling

• Secure Logistics: To protect the heavy-duty blades and the delicate hinge, this instrument will be shipped with a protective tip-guard in a reinforced, custom-padded container to ensure safe arrival.

• Fast Dispatch: Ships within 1 business day.