DeBakey Rankin Artery Fcps str 16cm

Clinical Application

DeBakey-style artery forceps with the Rankin configuration are intended for atraumatic grasping and handling of vessels and other delicate tissues. This straight, 16 cm instrument is commonly used during vascular and cardiovascular procedures for vessel mobilization, placement of sutures and vessel loops, fine tissue retraction, and atraumatic tissue manipulation during anastomosis and dissections where preservation of the intima is critical.

Design & Configuration

The straight geometry provides direct line-of-sight control and precise tip placement in confined operative fields. At 16 cm overall length, the instrument balances reach with tactile control—long enough for moderate depth exposure while remaining nimble for fine suturing. DeBakey-style jaws with longitudinal serrations distribute gripping force across a larger surface area to minimize focal pressure on vessel walls, reducing the risk of intimal injury compared with toothed patterns. A slim shank and fine jaw profile support delicate manipulation and improved visibility around the targeted structure.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Forceps
• Pattern / model: DeBakey Rankin artery
• Configuration: Straight
• Length: 16 cm
• Tip / jaw pattern: Atraumatic longitudinal serrations (DeBakey-style)
• Typical use: Vascular and cardiovascular atraumatic tissue handling
• Material: Surgical-grade stainless steel, precision-machined jaws
• Reusable construction

Material & Construction

Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel and finished for smooth, corrosion-resistant surfaces. Jaws are precision-machined to ensure uniform contact along the gripping surface for atraumatic handling. The instrument is designed for repeated reprocessing and sterilization consistent with reusable surgical instruments.

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