DeBakey-Light Fcps Atrauma 1.0mm, 15.0cm

Clinical Application

Fine atraumatic forceps engineered for handling delicate tissues and vessels without crushing. The narrow 1.0 mm tip is optimized for vascular anastomosis, vessel manipulation, atraumatic grasping during cardiothoracic and transplant procedures, and other microsurgical tasks where precise, low-profile control is required. Useful on the operative field for placing and holding fine sutures, manipulating grafts, and controlled tissue retraction where minimal endothelial trauma is critical.

Design & Configuration

The spring-action thumb configuration provides tactile feedback and fingertip control for precision maneuvers. The DeBakey-style atraumatic jaws distribute contact pressure along a longitudinal gripping surface, reducing point-loading on delicate structures. At 15.0 cm overall length, the instrument balances reach and control for both superficial and deeper operative fields while maintaining a low-profile tip for fine work.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Forceps (thumb/spring-action)
• Pattern / model: DeBakey-Light atrauma
• Overall length: 15.0 cm
• Tip width: 1.0 mm atraumatic DeBakey tip
• Typical use: Vascular and delicate tissue handling, suture placement, graft manipulation
• Reusable: Designed for repeated reprocessing

Material & Construction

Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel with precision-machined tips to maintain alignment and consistent atraumatic performance. The construction supports routine cleaning, high-level disinfection, and steam sterilization for repeated clinical use.

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