Description:

A Maurer Costotome (Right) is a surgical instrument used to remove a rib from the chest wall. It is typically used during thoracic surgery, such as for the removal of tumors or for the repair of chest wall deformities. The instrument has a curved blade that is inserted between the rib and the chest wall, and a handle that is used to apply pressure and leverage to remove the rib. [Internal Item No: 43-5152]