Clinical Application
Designed for atraumatic grasping and manipulation of vessels and delicate tissues where preservation of the intima and minimal crush injury are priorities. Commonly used during vascular anastomosis, arterial and venous dissection, mobilization of bowel or mesentery in general and transplant procedures, and in deep thoracic or abdominal exposures where fine, secure control is required without penetrating or crushing tissue.
Design & Configuration
The narrow 1.5 mm atraumatic jaw profile provides a broad, longitudinally oriented grasping surface that distributes pressure across the tissue to minimize localized trauma. The 30 cm shaft length offers extended reach for working in deep cavities or across wider operative fields while preserving fine tactile feedback and control. The overall geometry balances slender access with stable purchase on vessels and delicate structures, enabling precise manipulation during suturing and microvascular tasks.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Forceps (atraumatic tissue)
- Pattern / model: DeBakey atraumatic
- Configuration: Long-shaft, slender grasping forceps
- Length / size: 30 cm
- Tip / jaw pattern: 1.5 mm atraumatic jaws
- Typical surgical use: Vascular, cardiothoracic, transplant, and general surgery for atraumatic tissue handling
- Material / construction: Stainless steel; reusable
Material & Construction
Precision stainless steel construction provides the corrosion resistance and durability expected for reusable surgical instruments. The design is compatible with standard high-level sterilization and repeated autoclave reprocessing procedures common in hospital and ambulatory surgery center settings.
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