The Silvers stainless steel "miniature" skin graft handle in a distinctive blue was originally developed by H.L. Silver in Toronto, Canada.
Combined with our surgical stainless double edged razor blades it is ideal for harvesting small intricate grafts from areas which would not be accessible with the larger standard knives such as the ear, dorsa of the hands or scalp.
Although used mainly within Plastic, Reconstructive and Oral surgery the Silver's can also be used for the debridement of wounds.
Instructions for Use *:
1) Under aseptic / sterile operating conditions the blade is inserted into the handle being careful not to damage the cutting edge of the blade by striking it to metal. Also be careful not to injure yourself as the blade is very sharp.
2) The blade retaining plate is then fitted. Note that it is asymmetrical, the shorter section is applied over the free blade edge. Incorrect fitting of the blade retaining plate so that the retaining plate overlies the free edge of the blade means it can strike the handle body near the lateral free edges of the blade.
3) Insert and tighten the fixing nut to firmly hold the blade in the handle.
4) The thickness of the graft to be harvested is determined by adjusting the two thumb screws on each upper side of the handle.The thumb screws move the harvesting guide either closer to, or further from the blade and change the thickness of the harvested graft accordingly. Turn thumb screws equally to maintain the blade parallel to the harvesting guide.
5) Split thickness grafts vary in thickness from thin (0.008 of an inch) to medium (0.010 of an inch) to thick (0.012 of an inch).
6) A Swann-Morton No.15 scalpel blade can be passed between the blade and guard to check selected thickness prior to harvesting a graft. The thickness of the disposable 15 blade is 0.394mm or 0.0155 inch. If the number 15 blade passes freely between the skin graft disposable blade and the harvesting guide this will provide a thick split thickness skin graft. This is useful if harvesting from the anterior or lateral upper thigh.
7) If the forearm or arm is chosen select a thin to medium thickness split thickness skin graft. The number 15 disposable blade will only pass part way to the bevel. The recipient site will determine how thick a graft you wish to harvest.
8) After appropriate anaesthesia and application of lubrication such as liquid paraffin to the donor site and skin graft knife, the graft is harvested by steadily moving the blade back and forth at the same time stretching the skin to hold it firm.
Shipment
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Every day, we ship our laboratory equipment throughout Nigeria and internationally. We work with trusted and experienced logistics and courier partners to ensure safe and timely delivery. Shipping costs and delivery times depend on the items ordered and the recipient’s location. Alternatively, you may arrange to collect your order in person by appointment. Below is an overview of our shipping options and policies.
Shipping within Nigeria
All goods are insured as standard up to a value of ₦ equivalent of €25,000. Shipping costs are calculated based on the weight, dimensions, value of the shipment, and delivery destination within Nigeria. For detailed shipping information, please contact us directly—we will be happy to assist.
International shipping
For accurate international shipping costs, we require details of the specific product(s) you wish to order.
Please contact us by telephone or email for a tailored quotation.
Freight forwarding, sea or air freight
For large, heavy, or specialized equipment, we provide personalised quotations for road freight, sea freight, or air freight. Taking current logistics conditions into account, we aim to offer the best possible price-to-performance ratio.
Incoterms 2020
All shipments are handled in accordance with Incoterms® 2020 (ICC). Please contact us to confirm and agree on your preferred delivery terms.
Self-collection
If required, you may collect your goods in person by prior appointment. Please note that pricing and availability may vary between Nigeria and other countries.
Standard deliveries
Standard shipments within Nigeria are handled by reputable courier and logistics providers. Upon request, we can also arrange alternative carriers to meet specific delivery requirements.
Insurance
All deliveries are insured up to a maximum value of ₦ equivalent of €25,000. If the value of your goods exceeds this amount, we will contact you to arrange additional insurance coverage.
Delivery time
Delivery times depend on product availability and order volume. High-demand items may be subject to delays beyond our control. If you require urgent delivery, please inform us in advance, and we will do our best to accommodate your request.
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