Clinical Application
This straight, delicate Figure 7 clamp is intended for use in neonatal and pediatric surgical procedures where precise, gentle control of small vessels and soft tissues is required. Typical applications include umbilical vessel control, neonatal line placement assistance, delicate soft-tissue hemostasis in pediatric general surgery and NICU interventions, and atraumatic handling during small-field procedures. The instrument's narrow profile and fine jaw contact are optimized to reduce crush injury in fragile tissues.
Design & Configuration
The straight geometry provides direct alignment between the operator’s hand and the target within confined operative fields common in neonatal and pediatric cases. The Figure 7 pattern denotes a design focus on a slim shaft and a short working tip length relative to overall instrument length, enabling tactile feedback and targeted occlusion. The delicate jaw profile distributes pressure across a small contact area to achieve secure control without aggressive tissue compression, which is critical in small-caliber vascular structures and delicate neonatal tissues.
Instrument Specifications
- Type: Clamp (Figure 7 pattern)
- Configuration: Straight, delicate
- Length: 13.5 cm
- Jaw: Fine, atraumatic contact surface suited for small vessels and soft tissue
- Use: Neonatal and pediatric surgical and procedural applications requiring precision clamping
- Construction: Surgical-grade stainless steel, reusable
Material & Construction
Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel for durability, corrosion resistance, and repeated sterilization cycles. The instrument is reusable and finished to a smooth profile to facilitate cleaning and minimize tissue adhesion during 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