DeBakey-Gerald Tissue Fcps Atrauma 1.0mm 15cm

Clinical Application

Designed for atraumatic handling of delicate tissues and vessels, this instrument is used primarily in vascular, cardiovascular and general surgery procedures where precise, non-crushing tissue manipulation is required. The fine 1.0 mm tip permits controlled grasping of small-caliber vessels, adventitia and friable soft tissue during dissection, anastomosis, suture placement and microvascular approximation.

Design & Configuration

The thumb-forceps configuration delivers fingertip control for delicate tasks. A narrow 1.0 mm atraumatic jaw concentrates contact area to provide secure purchase while minimizing tissue compression. At 15 cm overall length the instrument offers reach into deeper operative fields without sacrificing tactile feedback. The DeBakey-Gerald pattern preserves tissue integrity by distributing gripping forces along the jaw surfaces, reducing the risk of intimal or tissue damage during manipulation.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Forceps (thumb forceps)
• Pattern / model: DeBakey-Gerald
• Configuration: Atraumatic thumb forceps
• Length / size: 15 cm
• Tip / jaw pattern: 1.0 mm atraumatic tip
• Typical surgical use: Vascular and delicate soft-tissue handling
• Material / construction: Reusable stainless steel

Material & Construction

Constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel for durability and repeated reprocessing. The solid-metal construction is designed for repeated sterilization cycles and consistent tip alignment over the instrument's service life. Reusable design reduces per-procedure cost when processed according to facility 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