Clinical Application
This applicator is intended to assist surgeons in approximating and aligning tissue edges during surgical anastomosis. It provides controlled positioning of luminal or serosal surfaces to facilitate precise suture placement and consistent apposition in open and limited-access procedures. Typical applications include anastomoses where reliable, steady tissue approximation improves efficiency and visibility during repair or reconstruction.
Design & Configuration
The instrument's 26 cm overall length gives additional reach into deeper operative fields while maintaining tactile control at the handle. The elongated shaft and balanced handpiece permit one-handed manipulation and fine adjustment of tissue position. Distal geometry is optimized to hold and align tissue edges with minimal bulk in the operative site, helping maintain suture line exposure and reducing the need for frequent repositioning.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Anastomosis applicator
- Pattern / model: De Martel Wolfson
- Configuration: Hand-held applicator with elongated shaft for increased reach and controlled manipulation
- Length: 26 cm
- Typical use: Tissue approximation and alignment during anastomosis procedures
- Material / construction: Stainless steel, reusable
- Reusable: Yes
Material & Construction
Constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel for durability and repeated sterilization cycles. Designed for reusable use and compatibility with standard sterilization workflows. Finish and tolerances are selected to provide smooth operation and resist corrosion across routine clinical reprocessing.
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