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The Sklar Instruments® OR Grade Cottle Crusher is a precision surgical instrument designed for controlled cartilage crushing in ear, nose, and throat and plastic surgery procedures. This instrument is commonly used during reconstructive and rhinoplasty procedures where cartilage must be softened or reshaped without complete removal. The crusher mechanism applies uniform pressure to cartilage tissue, allowing surgeons to modify structural properties while maintaining overall integrity.

Manufactured from high-quality stainless steel, the instrument offers durability, corrosion resistance, and dependable performance in operating room environments. The robust construction supports repeated clinical use and sterilization without compromising structural stability. The instrument features a compact design with an approximate working length of 2.5 inches and an overall length of about 3 inches, allowing precise manipulation during delicate surgical procedures.

The crushing surface is engineered to apply even pressure across cartilage tissue, creating controlled flattening or weakening of the cartilage framework. This controlled modification assists surgeons in shaping nasal structures during rhinoplasty or other reconstructive procedures involving cartilage adjustment. The compact profile improves handling in confined surgical areas and allows accurate positioning during use.