Clinical Application
Short, spring‑loaded bulldog clamps provide controlled, temporary occlusion of small arteries, veins, and pedicles during vessel dissection, anastomosis, graft placement, or hemostasis in vascular, cardiac, general and microsurgical procedures. The compact 5.0 cm profile is optimized for use in confined fields where a low‑profile clamp is required to maintain exposure and allow subsequent suturing or instrumentation without bulk.
Design & Configuration
The angled jaw geometry orients the clamping surface away from the operator’s hand and instruments, improving line-of-sight and access when working at oblique angles or in deep cavities. A spring‑loaded mechanism delivers a consistent, atraumatic closing force suitable for temporary occlusion; the short overall length reduces lever arm and facilitates fine manipulation near delicate structures.
Instrument Specifications
- Pattern: Diethrich bulldog clamp
- Configuration: Angled jaw, spring‑loaded
- Overall length: 5.0 cm
- Jaw width: 8 mm (angled contact surface)
- Reusable surgical instrument
Material & Construction
Manufactured from surgical stainless steel for durability and repeated sterilization cycles. Reusable construction is suitable for routine autoclave sterilization and clinical 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