Codman Surgical Instruments, Forceps, Generators, Disposable, Classic, Kits

A Short History Of Codman Surgical Instruments

The American Civil War saw a boom in the surgical instrument industry and certain firms in Boston flourished remarkably. Codman and Shurtleff, was one such firm and Codman surgical instruments was in great demand.

Codman surgical instruments came into use in 1851 when Benjamin S. Codman, a Harvard physician introduced dental instruments. By 1850s they became very popular in Boston. The surgical devices designed, manufactured and tested in their laboratory were extremely novel and were extensively used in gynecology, orlaryngology, ophthalmology etc. The civil war led to the manufacture of a wide spectrum of instruments for the army including amputation and surgery instruments.

1860s saw the use of aromizers along with aspirators. Instruments essential for 'antiseptic surgery' followed this, in the 1870s. The fame of Codman surgical instruments continued to rise and they remained unaffected by the Boston Fire of 1870.Today, even after a century they are a formidable and revered name.

Each instrument manufactured at the Codman Lab caters to its specifications of high standard and quality. The best quality stainless steel is used and utmost care is taken during assembly. Their products are covered by warranty.

Today Codman, a part of Johnson and Johnson group is also involved in marketing certain surgical products based on textiles like adhesive surgical tapes, antiseptic bands, surgical gauze, dental floss etc.

Some of the surgical instruments manufactured by Codman are as follows: -

Bipolar electro surgery line, which has forceps, generators and tubing and other devices are of unmatched quality. Neurosurgeons are quite satisfied with Codman's electro surgery generators. Forceps, both uninsulated and insulated are also available. They are non-stick, have excellent finish and are also resistive to adhesion. Their disposable surgical instruments are used in spinal and other neurological treatments.

Assembly of the 'Book water retractor system' is easy and helps to save a lot of time. It is extremely versatile.

Codman's clamps used in thoracic and cardiovascular surgery are very effective and they do not damage vessel wall. They are particularly effective for gastrointestinal and aortic procedures.

The 'Classic Plus general instruments' are made of high quality, antirust and anti corrosive material and are extremely durable. Every scissor, forcep, clamp, and scalpel is meticulously designed. Design ensures that there is no scope for abrasion and even the rings for finger insertion are designed for comfort, ease and balance. Codman's Internal Mammary Artery kit is also highly recommended along with their shavers, curettes, pronged blades, lumber spondylophyte impaction set, graft drivers and spanners, frame and spinal retractor and microdisectomy instruments.

'Codman surgical instruments' is a reliable brand and have been preferred by physicians and surgeons for generations. Latest product manuals are accessible to the medical fraternity. Codman today is synonymous with reliability, durability and trust.