The North American Rescue Sterile Facial Laceration (Minor) Set (ZZ-0683) is a single-use, sterile instrument kit optimized for minor facial wound repair in field or austere environments. Includes specialized instruments for precise facial tissue handling — Frazier Skin Hook, two Iris Scissors variants, two Halstead Mosquito Forceps — plus draping, gauze, and suture support materials. Packaged in a peel-to-open sterile pouch. Weight: 12 oz. 3-year shelf life.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | North American Rescue (NAR) |
| SKU | ZZ-0683 |
| Weight | 12 oz |
| Packaged Dimensions | L 9 in. × W 5 in. × D 2.75 in. |
| Sterility | Sterile (peel-to-open pouch) |
| Shelf Life | 3 years |
| Single Use | Yes |
| Application | Minor facial laceration repair in field/austere environment |
Kit Contents
- 1× Kimguard One Step (30 in. × 30 in.) — sterile wrap
- 1× Medicine Cup (60cc)
- 1× Scalpel, Safety #15
- 1× Halstead Mosquito Forceps, Straight Satin
- 1× Halstead Mosquito Forceps, Curved Satin
- 1× Webster Needle Holder, Satin (5 in.)
- 1× Adson Forceps, Finger Platform, Satin
- 1× Iris Scissors, Straight, Satin
- 1× Iris Scissors, Curved, Satin (4.5 in.)
- 1× Frazier Skin Hook, Sharp (5 in.)
- 10× Gauze Pads 4×4 in., 12-ply
- 2× Gauze Pads 2×2 in., 12-ply
- 1× Fenestrated Drape with tape (18 in. × 26 in.)
- 2× Towel, OR Blue (17 in. × 25 in.)
Product Overview
Facial lacerations present unique repair challenges compared to body wounds — thin skin, rich vascularity, proximity to critical structures (eyes, nerves, parotid gland), and cosmetic importance require specialized instrumentation and more precise technique than typical extremity or torso wound closure. The NAR Sterile Facial Laceration Set is purpose-built for this application, including the Frazier Skin Hook (for atraumatic tissue handling without crushing), fine Iris Scissors in both straight and curved configurations (for precise tissue dissection), and a Webster Needle Holder sized for fine suture work.
The satin finish on all instruments reduces glare in field lighting conditions — an important feature for providers working under flashlights, headlamps, or tactical illumination. The peel-to-open sterile packaging maintains instrument sterility at the point of use, and the 3-year shelf life allows long-term pre-staging in aid station and surgical kit inventories. The Fenestrated Drape creates a sterile field around the wound, consistent with best-practice wound repair technique.
NAR's single-use design philosophy eliminates the sterilization logistics burden — each set is deployed, used, and discarded, ensuring no risk of cross-contamination between patients. For units managing multiple facial trauma casualties in a mass casualty scenario, having multiple pre-staged Facial Laceration Sets allows parallel treatment without instrument reprocessing delays.
For surgical instrument systems for complex procedures, see the Massive Hemorrhage Control collection. Browse complete medical kits at IFAK Kits & First Aid.
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