Derra DeBakey Atraumatic Fcps 16cm

Clinical Application

Designed for atraumatic handling of delicate tissues and vessels, these DeBakey atraumatic forceps are used to grasp, hold, and manipulate blood vessels, cardiac tissue, and other soft tissues during vascular, cardiothoracic, and microsurgical procedures. The atraumatic jaw profile minimizes endothelial trauma during vessel preparation and anastomosis, making this instrument suitable for procedures that require controlled, low-compression tissue handling.

Design & Configuration

The forceps feature a slim, elongated jaw geometry that concentrates contact along a smooth, longitudinally serrated surface to distribute pressure evenly and reduce crush injury. The narrow profile improves visibility and access within confined operative fields, while the length provides reach for deep or minimally invasive exposures. The overall handle-to-jaw design facilitates precise fingertip control for fine dissection and secure tissue stabilization during suturing or vessel repair.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Atraumatic tissue forceps
• Pattern: DeBakey atraumatic
• Length: 16 cm
• Jaw pattern: Fine longitudinal serrations for atraumatic grasping
• Typical use: Vascular, cardiothoracic, microsurgery, and delicate soft-tissue handling
• Construction: Surgical-grade stainless steel, reusable

Material & Construction

Manufactured from corrosion-resistant surgical-grade stainless steel for durability and repeated sterilization cycles. The precision-machined jaw surfaces maintain alignment and grip over extended use. Reusable construction is optimized for standard steam sterilization and instrument reprocessing protocols.

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