Urology Instruments

Minor damage may be repairable. Major damage will require the instrument to be replaced.

The distal tip, where the ingle-action jaw is connected to the shaft. The area around the securing pin must be inspected for cracks on both sides prior to and after every use.

Cystoscopes have a series of glass rod lenses that are commonly damaged during use and transport. If one of the lenses gets cracked, a blurry image will result. The repair vendor can replace the cracked rod lens.

The distal tip of a resectoscope sheath must be inspected prior to and after each use for cracks and chips. If damage is found, the instrument must be immediately removed from service and sent out for repair.