DeBakey-Light Fcps Atrauma 1.0mm, 19.5cm

Clinical Application

Designed for atraumatic handling of delicate tissues and vessels, this DeBakey-Light forceps is intended for procedures that require precise, low-trauma manipulation such as vascular anastomosis, vessel dissection, and fine soft-tissue work in cardiac, thoracic, and general surgery. The 1.0 mm tip provides a controlled contact area to minimize tissue compression while enabling secure handling of thin-walled structures and small vessels.

Design & Configuration

The thumb-forceps configuration provides direct tactile feedback and fine positional control. The DeBakey-Light geometry combines a narrow, atraumatic tip with a broader longitudinally serrated contact area to distribute pressure along tissues rather than concentrating force at individual teeth. At 19.5 cm overall length, the instrument balances reach and control for both deep and surface dissections; the lighter profile reduces hand fatigue during prolonged procedures while maintaining rigidity for precise manipulation.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Forceps (thumb forceps)
• Pattern / model: DeBakey-Light
• Configuration: Atraumatic
• Length: 19.5 cm
• Tip / jaw pattern: 1.0 mm atraumatic tip with longitudinal serration
• Typical surgical use: Fine vascular and soft-tissue handling
• Material: High-grade surgical stainless steel
• Reusable: Yes

Material & Construction

Constructed from high-grade surgical stainless steel for durability and repeated sterilization cycles. The atraumatic tip features a broad contact surface with longitudinal serrations to reduce tissue slippage while minimizing crush trauma. Designed as a reusable instrument suitable for standard hospital sterilization processes.

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