Cottle Cartilage Crusher: Morselizer for Rhinoplasty and Nasal Reconstruction

Rhinoplasty technique requires cartilage grafts to be uniformly flattened before placement on the nasal dorsum to prevent visible irregularities through thin skin. The mallet-driven block construction of the Cottle cartilage crusher distributes compressive force evenly across the graft surface, consistent with established open rhinoplasty protocol for dorsal onlay graft preparation.

InstrumentPrimary Use and ProcedureDesign
Cottle Cartilage Crusher (Smooth Jaw)Cartilage graft flattening in rhinoplasty; smoothing nasal dorsum grafts for surface camouflageFlat smooth crushing surface, serrated grip handle, ergonomic block body
Cottle Cartilage Crusher (Longitudinal Serrations)Controlled cartilage morcellation in septal reconstruction and rib graft shapingLongitudinally serrated jaw surface, serrated grip handle, mallet-driven block construction

  • What is a Cottle cartilage crusher used for?

    It is a mallet-driven block instrument used in rhinoplasty to flatten and refine cartilage grafts before placement on the nasal dorsum.

  • What is the difference between the smooth jaw and longitudinal serration types?

    The smooth jaw type flattens grafts for dorsal surface placement, while the longitudinal serration type provides additional grip for controlled morcellation of septal and rib cartilage.

  • Can I order in bulk quantities?

    Yes, Hamsan Surgical specializes in bulk manufacturing and offers flexible order quantities and custom requirements.

Product Features & Specifications

  • Product Name: Cottle Cartilage Crusher (Morselizer)
  • Product Type: Cartilage crushing and morcellation instrument
  • Jaw Types Available: Smooth Jaw / Longitudinal Serrations
  • Handle Type: Serrated grip handles
  • Construction: Mallet-driven block body with ergonomic handle design
  • Material:Stainless Steel
  • Reusable: Yes
  • Speciality: Rhinoplasty, Plastic Surgery, ENT / Reconstructive Surgery
  • Suitable Procedures: Dorsal onlay graft preparation, septal cartilage reconstruction, rib graft shaping