Lockwood dissector, 12 inch

A Lockwood dissector with a length of approximately 12 inches (specifically 12-1/2 inches or 32 cm) is a specialized surgical instrument, typically an abdominal flap demarcator or underminer, used in plastic surgery

• Primary Use: The instrument is primarily used in abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) and other plastic surgeries to mark the boundaries of abdominal skin flaps that are to be excised or to perform blunt undermining and separation of tissues. The design minimizes the risk of perforations associated with traditional, thinner instruments.
• Design: It features a large handle, blunt tip, and thick, rigid blade/shaft, which provides stability and control during procedures. Some variations are designed as forceps with an angled hinge and wide jaw to accommodate thicker tissues.
• Material: The dissector is crafted from high-grade, premium surgical-grade stainless steel (often German stainless steel) to ensure durability, corrosion resistance, and suitability for repeated sterilization.
• Length: Instruments in this range are commonly available in lengths of 12 inches, 12-1/4 inches, or 12-1/2 inches, which is approximately 32 cm. Other longer versions, such as 38 cm (approx. 15 inches), are also available.