Clinical Application
Designed to provide an atraumatic grip on soft, tubular, or delicate tissues where controlled handling is required. Commonly used during open abdominal and gynecologic procedures for holding bowel, fallopian tubes, the uterus, or other soft tissues during mobilization, retraction, or approximating tissue for suture. The cross-serrated Babcock jaw distributes contact pressure to minimize crush injury while maintaining secure control.
Design & Configuration
The fenestrated, Babcock-style jaw geometry cradles tissue rather than pinching it, and cross serrations across the fenestration improve friction to reduce slippage without creating focal points of pressure. The 18 cm length provides moderate reach appropriate for most open abdominal and pelvic cases while remaining compact for use on the operative field. Ring handles with a precision box lock deliver consistent closure and tactile feedback for controlled grasping.
Instrument Specifications
- Length: 18 cm
- Jaw: Fenestrated atraumatic Babcock-style with cross serrations
- Handle: Ring handles with box lock for secure closure
- Intended use: Atraumatic grasping of bowel and delicate tubular tissues
- Reusable construction
Material & Construction
Manufactured from medical-grade stainless steel for durability and corrosion resistance. Constructed for repeated sterilization and reuse with durable joints and finishes appropriate for routine processing in sterile reprocessing workflows.
Quality & Compliance
Manufactured by FDA-registered OEM facilities and produced under strict quality control standards.
Brand Comparison
Comparable in form and function to equivalent instruments offered by major US medical suppliers.
Availability & Returns
- In-stock lead time: ships within ~1 week
- Out-of-stock lead time: 2–4 weeks
- Returns: 30-day return policy