Clinical Application
Designed to hold, place, and remove small bulldog vascular clamps with precision, these applying forceps provide controlled temporary occlusion of vessels during anastomosis, microvascular repair, cardiac procedures, transplant work, and other surgeries requiring atraumatic vessel control. The instrument facilitates single-handed positioning of clamps in confined operative fields, helping the surgeon maintain exposure and control while preparing suture lines.
Design & Configuration
The applicator-style geometry concentrates control at the distal tips for secure grasping of a bulldog clamp while the shaft provides the reach needed to access deeper operative sites. At 23 cm overall length, the profile balances reach and tactile feedback, allowing precise clamp placement without excessive bulk in the surgical field. The handle and shaft ergonomics permit straightforward handling and accurate alignment of the clamp to the target vessel.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Applying forceps (Bulldog)
- Model: Bulldog applying forceps
- Configuration: Applicator-style for placement/removal of bulldog clamps
- Overall length: 23 cm
- Typical use: Temporary vascular occlusion in vascular, cardiac, microvascular, and general surgery
- Material: Surgical-grade stainless steel
- Reusable: Yes
Material & Construction
Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel to withstand repeated cleaning and sterilization cycles. The instrument is constructed for durability and precision handling in operative settings while maintaining a finish that resists corrosion and facilitates decontamination.
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