DeBakey Atrauma Aortic Fcps 26cm

Clinical Application

Designed for atraumatic handling of large-caliber vessels, this forceps is used during open aortic and major vascular procedures for vessel manipulation, placement of stay sutures, graft positioning, and delicate tissue handling adjacent to the aorta. The atraumatic DeBakey jaw pattern minimizes intimal injury and is appropriate when controlled, non-crushing contact is required on vascular walls and graft material.

Design & Configuration

The elongated 26 cm shaft provides the reach needed for thoracic and deep abdominal exposure typical in aortic and cardiothoracic surgery, allowing surgeons to access deep operative fields without excessive hand intrusion. The DeBakey-style jaws feature longitudinal fine atraumatic serrations that distribute pressure along the tissue surface to reduce focal stress on vessel intima. The low-profile jaw geometry improves visualization at the bite site and facilitates precise suture placement and tissue manipulation.

Instrument Specifications

• Pattern: DeBakey atraumatic vascular forceps
• Length: 26 cm
• Jaw type: DeBakey atraumatic jaws with longitudinal fine serrations
• Primary use: Aortic and major vascular tissue handling, suture placement, graft manipulation
• Construction: Reusable surgical stainless steel

Material & Construction

Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel for durability and corrosion resistance. The instrument is designed for repeated use and is compatible with standard hospital sterilization processes.

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