Clinical Application
Provides secure control of suture needles in deep or confined operative fields. The curved, long-shaft geometry facilitates needle placement and knot tying during abdominal, thoracic, pelvic, and other procedures that require extended reach or angulated access. The design is intended for manipulating conventional surgical needles of varying sizes during tissue approximation and layered closure.
Design & Configuration
The curved shaft gives the operator an angled approach to the needle tip, improving visibility and access to deep cavities without excessive hand intrusion. The 30 cm length increases reach and leverage for suturing in deeper wounds or cavities, while the box-lock and ratchet-style handle (standard to this pattern) enable secure clamping and single-handed locking during needle transfer and knot tying. Unlike models with integrated scissors, this pattern focuses on needle control only, which simplifies maintenance and reduces bulk at the working tip.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Needle holder
- Pattern / model: Mayo Hegar
- Configuration: curved shaft for angulated access
- Overall length: 30 cm
- Tip / jaw pattern: serrated cross-hatched jaws for positive needle purchase
- Typical use: deep tissue suturing and general operative closure
- Reusable and sterilizable
Material & Construction
Forged from surgical-grade stainless steel and finished for corrosion resistance to withstand routine sterilization cycles. Precision machined jaw surfaces provide consistent needle seating and secure purchase during suturing. Constructed for repeated use with robust hinge and ratchet engagement typical of professional surgical needle holders.
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