Reynolds Transaxillary Breast Dissector – 15-1/2″, 38mm Wide Blade

Reynolds Transaxillary Breast Dissector

The Reynolds Transaxillary Breast Dissector is a specialized plastic surgery instrument used to dissect and mobilize breast tissue through a transaxillary approach in augmentation and reconstructive breast procedures. Its 15-1/2″ (394mm) overall length and 1-1/2″ (38mm) wide blade allow surgeons to work from an axillary incision while reaching the breast pocket with strong leverage and broad tissue contact. The straight shank and ergonomic grip handle are designed to support secure control and smooth movements, helping create a uniform pocket while minimizing trauma to surrounding structures. Manufactured by Adas Instruments from high-quality stainless steel, this transaxillary breast dissector is built for durability, repeated sterilization, and reliable performance in demanding operating room conditions.

Why Surgeons Choose Our Reynolds Transaxillary Breast Dissector

Surgeons choose the Reynolds Transaxillary Breast Dissector for its combination of extended reach, wide blade design,n and comfortable handling during transaxillary breast surgery. The long shaft lets the surgeon dissect from the axilla to the breast pocket without compromising control, while the 38mm wide blade distributes pressure across a larger area for efficient separation of tissue planes. A grip-style handle enhances stability and reduces hand fatigue, particularly during prolonged dissection and pocket shaping. By providing predictable performance over multiple procedures, this dissector helps surgical teams perform transaxillary breast augmentation and reconstruction with accuracy and consistency.

Surgical Applications

• Transaxillary breast augmentation for pocket creation and tissue dissection from the axilla to the breast.
• Reconstructive breast surgery where extended reach and broad tissue contact are required.
• Refinement and shaping of subglandular or submuscular pockets during implant placement.
• Dissection in hard-to-reach areas around the chest wall and axillary region in cosmetic breast procedures.
• General plastic surgery applications involving long-reach, wide-blade breast dissection from an axillary approach.

People also ask

Q: What is a Reynolds Transaxillary Breast Dissector used for?
A: A Reynolds Transaxillary Breast Dissector is used to dissect and mobilize breast tissue through an incision in the axilla, helping create and shape the breast pocket during breast augmentation and reconstructive breast surgery while maintaining a remote scar location.

Q: Why is the 15-1/2″ length important for a transaxillary breast dissector?
A: The 15-1/2″ (394mm) length provides the extended reach needed to work from the axilla into the breast pocket, allowing the surgeon to access the operative site comfortably while keeping the incision away from the breast itself.

Q: What is the benefit of a 38mm wide blade on a Reynolds breast dissector?
A: A 38mm wide blade offers broad tissue contact, helping to separate tissue planes efficiently, distribute pressure more evenly and reduce localized trauma during pocket creation and refinement.

Q: Is the Reynolds Transaxillary Breast Dissector reusable?
A: Yes, the Reynolds Transaxillary Breast Dissector from Adas Instruments is manufactured from high-quality stainless steel as a reusable plastic surgery instrument and is compatible with standard hospital cleaning, disinfection and autoclave sterilization protocols when properly maintained.

Technical Specifications

Surgeons using the Reynolds Transaxillary Breast Dissector often also work with the MacCollum-Dingman Breast Dissector and Oval Spatulated Blade Breast Dissectors for related breast dissection tasks, and you can see our other instruments for breast surgery in the breast dissectors and spreaders and breast surgery instruments categories.