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{{Infobox medical condition
| name            = Tendinopathy
| image          = [[File:Achilles-tendon.jpg|250px]]
| caption        = [[Achilles tendon]]
| field          = [[Rheumatology]], [[Orthopedics]]
| synonyms        = Tendinosis, tendinitis, tendonitis
| symptoms        = [[Pain]], [[swelling]], impaired function
| complications  = [[Rupture]] of the tendon
| onset          = Gradual
| duration        = Weeks to months
| causes          = Overuse, [[injury]], [[age-related degeneration]]
| risks          = [[Repetitive strain]], [[age]], [[obesity]], [[diabetes]]
| diagnosis      = [[Physical examination]], [[ultrasound]], [[MRI]]
| differential    = [[Bursitis]], [[arthritis]], [[nerve entrapment]]
| prevention      = Proper [[warm-up]], [[stretching]], avoiding overuse
| treatment      = [[Rest]], [[physical therapy]], [[NSAIDs]], [[corticosteroid injections]]
| medication      = [[Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug|NSAIDs]]
| prognosis      = Generally good with treatment
| frequency      = Common
}}
[[File:Tendonitis_Tendon_rupture_--_Smart-Servier_(cropped).jpg|Tendonitis and tendon rupture illustration|thumb|left]]
'''Surgical scissors''' are a type of [[surgical instrument]] specifically designed to cut through body tissues. They come in a variety of shapes and sizes, and are used in a wide range of surgical procedures.
'''Surgical scissors''' are a type of [[surgical instrument]] specifically designed to cut through body tissues. They come in a variety of shapes and sizes, and are used in a wide range of surgical procedures.
== History ==
== History ==
The use of surgical scissors dates back to ancient times. The [[ancient Egyptians]] and [[ancient Romans]] both used similar instruments in their surgical procedures. The design and functionality of surgical scissors have evolved over the centuries, with modern versions being made from high-quality stainless steel and featuring a variety of blade types and handle designs.
The use of surgical scissors dates back to ancient times. The [[ancient Egyptians]] and [[ancient Romans]] both used similar instruments in their surgical procedures. The design and functionality of surgical scissors have evolved over the centuries, with modern versions being made from high-quality stainless steel and featuring a variety of blade types and handle designs.
== Types of Surgical Scissors ==
== Types of Surgical Scissors ==
There are several types of surgical scissors, each designed for specific surgical tasks. These include:
There are several types of surgical scissors, each designed for specific surgical tasks. These include:
* '''[[Metzenbaum Scissors]]''': These are thin, light scissors used for cutting delicate tissues. They have a long shank and a relatively small blade.
* '''[[Metzenbaum Scissors]]''': These are thin, light scissors used for cutting delicate tissues. They have a long shank and a relatively small blade.
* '''[[Mayo Scissors]]''': These are heavy, sturdy scissors used for cutting tough tissues such as fascia and muscle. They come in both straight and curved versions.
* '''[[Mayo Scissors]]''': These are heavy, sturdy scissors used for cutting tough tissues such as fascia and muscle. They come in both straight and curved versions.
* '''[[Iris Scissors]]''': These are small, delicate scissors used for fine, precise cutting in ophthalmic and microsurgical procedures.
* '''[[Iris Scissors]]''': These are small, delicate scissors used for fine, precise cutting in ophthalmic and microsurgical procedures.
* '''[[Tenotomy Scissors]]''': These are small, sharp scissors used for cutting tendons in orthopedic and ophthalmic surgery.
* '''[[Tenotomy Scissors]]''': These are small, sharp scissors used for cutting tendons in orthopedic and ophthalmic surgery.
== Use in Surgery ==
== Use in Surgery ==
Surgical scissors are used in a variety of surgical procedures. They are used to cut through tissues, to dissect tissues, and to remove tissues. The type of scissors used depends on the specific procedure and the type of tissue being cut.
Surgical scissors are used in a variety of surgical procedures. They are used to cut through tissues, to dissect tissues, and to remove tissues. The type of scissors used depends on the specific procedure and the type of tissue being cut.
== Care and Maintenance ==
== Care and Maintenance ==
Surgical scissors, like all surgical instruments, require proper care and maintenance to ensure their longevity and effectiveness. This includes regular cleaning, sterilization, and sharpening.
Surgical scissors, like all surgical instruments, require proper care and maintenance to ensure their longevity and effectiveness. This includes regular cleaning, sterilization, and sharpening.
== See Also ==
== See Also ==
* [[Surgical instrument]]
* [[Surgical instrument]]
* [[Surgery]]
* [[Surgery]]
* [[Medical equipment]]
* [[Medical equipment]]
[[Category:Medical equipment]]
[[Category:Medical equipment]]
[[Category:Surgical instruments]]
[[Category:Surgical instruments]]
[[Category:Surgery]]
[[Category:Surgery]]
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Tendinopathy
Synonyms Tendinosis, tendinitis, tendonitis
Pronounce N/A
Specialty N/A
Symptoms Pain, swelling, impaired function
Complications Rupture of the tendon
Onset Gradual
Duration Weeks to months
Types N/A
Causes Overuse, injury, age-related degeneration
Risks Repetitive strain, age, obesity, diabetes
Diagnosis Physical examination, ultrasound, MRI
Differential diagnosis Bursitis, arthritis, nerve entrapment
Prevention Proper warm-up, stretching, avoiding overuse
Treatment Rest, physical therapy, NSAIDs, corticosteroid injections
Medication NSAIDs
Prognosis Generally good with treatment
Frequency Common
Deaths N/A


Tendonitis and tendon rupture illustration

Surgical scissors are a type of surgical instrument specifically designed to cut through body tissues. They come in a variety of shapes and sizes, and are used in a wide range of surgical procedures.

History[edit]

The use of surgical scissors dates back to ancient times. The ancient Egyptians and ancient Romans both used similar instruments in their surgical procedures. The design and functionality of surgical scissors have evolved over the centuries, with modern versions being made from high-quality stainless steel and featuring a variety of blade types and handle designs.

Types of Surgical Scissors[edit]

There are several types of surgical scissors, each designed for specific surgical tasks. These include:

  • Metzenbaum Scissors: These are thin, light scissors used for cutting delicate tissues. They have a long shank and a relatively small blade.
  • Mayo Scissors: These are heavy, sturdy scissors used for cutting tough tissues such as fascia and muscle. They come in both straight and curved versions.
  • Iris Scissors: These are small, delicate scissors used for fine, precise cutting in ophthalmic and microsurgical procedures.
  • Tenotomy Scissors: These are small, sharp scissors used for cutting tendons in orthopedic and ophthalmic surgery.

Use in Surgery[edit]

Surgical scissors are used in a variety of surgical procedures. They are used to cut through tissues, to dissect tissues, and to remove tissues. The type of scissors used depends on the specific procedure and the type of tissue being cut.

Care and Maintenance[edit]

Surgical scissors, like all surgical instruments, require proper care and maintenance to ensure their longevity and effectiveness. This includes regular cleaning, sterilization, and sharpening.

See Also[edit]

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