Pratt rectal probe 8" malleable, sterling silver

Malleable Reach for Controlled Rectal Instrumentation

The Pratt rectal probe is an 8-inch malleable instrument intended for rectal examination and related procedural use. Its malleable design allows the user to adjust the probe’s shape for controlled positioning and access within the operative field, while the 8-inch length provides practical reach for gastrointestinal and general surgical workflows. Constructed from sterling silver, it supports a durable, purpose-specific instrument choice for facilities that require a rectal probe for examination, guidance, or localized procedural tasks. The specialty-neutral design fits applications across Gastrointestinal Surgery and General Surgery without limiting use to one service line.

Use Cases

• Support rectal examination and localized assessment during gastrointestinal surgical procedures.
• Use in General Surgery workflows requiring a dedicated rectal probe for access and positioning.
• Shape the malleable probe as needed to support controlled placement within the procedural field.
• Integrate into gastrointestinal instrument setups where an 8-inch rectal probe is appropriate for the task.

Specifications

Care & Reprocessing

• Clean and reprocess the instrument according to facility protocols and the applicable manufacturer instructions for sterling silver surgical instruments.
• Inspect the probe before and after use for surface damage, bending irregularities, or other conditions that could affect handling.
• Handle the malleable shaft carefully during shaping and avoid unnecessary force or repeated bending.
• Store clean and dry in a manner that protects the probe from impact, abrasion, and distortion.

General use; follow facility protocols.