Sklar Merit Lindes Embryotomy Knife, 5 Inch
A 5 inch embryotomy knife used by veterinarians during difficult large animal births to assist delivery when normal methods are not possible.
The Sklar Merit Lindes Embryotomy Knife is a veterinary obstetric instrument used during large animal births where the fetus cannot be delivered by normal means and must be reduced in size to allow safe removal. At 5 inches, this knife is somewhat shorter than related embryotomy instruments, giving the veterinarian a more compact tool suited to certain positions or stages of the procedure where a longer instrument would be harder to manoeuvre.
Embryotomy is generally considered a last resort intervention used to protect the life of the dam when a difficult birth cannot be resolved through manual assistance or a caesarean section, making instruments like this a critical part of large animal emergency obstetric equipment. Experienced large animal veterinarians use this type of knife specifically in dystocia cases affecting cattle, horses and other livestock species.
Because it is intended for use within the reproductive tract, careful technique and instrument control are essential during its use. Made from stainless steel for durability under field conditions, it can be cleaned and sterilised between emergency cases. It is typically carried in a large animal obstetric kit.
