Clinical Application
Designed for open surgical procedures where controlled, reliable grasping or sponge handling is required. The short, fenestrated jaws provide secure purchase on laparotomy sponges for packing and retraction, while allowing atraumatic handling of soft tissue and temporary control of small bleeding points. Commonly used in general surgery and gynecologic abdominal cases where workspace is confined and a precise grip is needed.
Design & Configuration
The curved shaft provides improved approach angles around anatomic structures and into deeper cavities without requiring excessive tissue retraction. Short jaws concentrate gripping force at the tip, improving control when holding sponges or compressing small vessels. Fenestration in the jaws secures sponge material and reduces slippage during manipulation. The combination of curvature and shortened jaw length makes this pattern useful when visibility and fine control are priorities.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Moynihan clamp (sponge-holding clamp)
- Configuration: curved with short jaws
- Length: 23 cm
- Tip / jaw: short fenestrated sponge-holding jaws for secure purchase
- Typical use: sponge holding, tissue grasping, temporary hemostasis of small bleeding points
- Material: surgical-grade stainless steel
- Reusable: yes, designed for repeated sterilization and clinical use
Material & Construction
Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel for corrosion resistance and repeated sterilization cycles. Precision joint construction preserves alignment and tip coaptation over long-term use. The fenestrated jaw geometry is formed to retain sponges while minimizing tissue trauma. Reusable design suitable for standard steam sterilization 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