Clinical Application
Small, spring‑action bulldog clamps provide temporary vascular occlusion and atraumatic vessel control during vessel dissection, anastomosis, microvascular procedures, and transplant or cardiac cases requiring short‑term hemostasis. The atraumatic jaw profile minimizes intimal injury while allowing surgeons to apply consistent, localized pressure to small- and medium-caliber vessels for precise hemostasis and exposure.
Design & Configuration
The curved geometry improves access around tubular structures and into confined or deep operative fields where a straight clamp would limit visibility or placement. The spring‑action mechanism delivers a controlled closing force without a locking ratchet, enabling quick placement and removal while maintaining steady compression. The compact 4.6 cm length facilitates fine control and handling in delicate procedures.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Vascular clamp (Glover bulldog)
- Configuration: Curved, spring-action
- Length: 4.6 cm
- Tip/jaw: Atraumatic jaws designed to protect vessel intima
- Typical use: Temporary occlusion of small-to-medium vessels in microvascular, cardiac, and general surgery
- Construction: Surgical-grade stainless steel; reusable
Material & Construction
Constructed from surgical‑grade stainless steel for corrosion resistance and repeated sterilization cycles. The spring mechanism and atraumatic jaw surfaces are engineered for consistent performance and minimal tissue trauma. Designed for reuse with standard sterilization 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