Clinical Application
Small, atraumatic occlusion for temporary control of blood flow during vessel repair, anastomosis and grafting. The curved bulldog is used to isolate and occlude small-to-medium sized arteries and veins while preserving the vessel intima, making it appropriate for microvascular, vascular, cardiac, plastic/reconstructive and other procedures where gentle, short-term vessel control is required.
Design & Configuration
The curved geometry provides improved access and visibility in confined or deep operative fields and around anatomic contours. A spring-loaded, low-profile design permits secure single-handed application and release, while the atraumatic jaw surface distributes clamping force to minimize endothelial trauma. The 5.5 cm length balances reach and control for use in both open and limited-exposure cases.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Atraumatic bulldog clamp
- Pattern / model: Glover
- Configuration: Curved, spring-loaded
- Length: 5.5 cm
- Tip / jaw pattern: Atraumatic jaws designed to minimize vessel trauma
- Typical surgical use: Temporary vessel occlusion in vascular/microvascular/cardiac/plastic surgery
- Material / construction: Precision stainless steel
- Reusable: Designed for repeated use and sterilization
Material & Construction
Manufactured from precision stainless steel with a durable spring mechanism to provide consistent occlusive force and repeatable performance through repeated sterilization cycles. The atraumatic jaw interface is machined to present broad contact with the vessel, reducing point pressure while maintaining hemostatic control.
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