Barbara Micro Hook 45

Clinical Application

The Barbara Micro Hook 45 is designed for precise engagement and controlled traction of delicate soft tissues under magnification. Its small profile and fine point make it suitable for microsurgical tasks such as tissue retraction during ophthalmic and ENT procedures, exposure and gentle manipulation of small vessels and nerves in hand and peripheral nerve surgery, and working in confined anatomic corridors where a low-profile hook is required to create localized traction or to tent tissue for dissection and suture placement.

Design & Configuration

The distal hook is set at a 45-degree angulation relative to the shaft, a geometry that improves line-of-sight and access when working parallel to a tissue plane or when operating through narrow incisions. The fine-profile shaft and pinpoint tip reduce instrument footprint at the operative site, allowing the surgeon to place precise focal traction without obstructing visualization. This angulation also facilitates ergonomic wrist positioning, permitting controlled micro-movements while minimizing interference with surrounding instruments or the microscope field.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Micro hook
• Pattern / model: Barbara Micro Hook 45
• Configuration: 45-degree angled distal hook
• Tip / jaw pattern: Fine pointed micro hook tip
• Typical surgical use: Microsurgical retraction and delicate tissue manipulation in ophthalmic, ENT, plastic/hand, and peripheral nerve procedures
• Material / construction: Surgical-grade stainless steel; reusable

Material & Construction

Constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel finished for corrosion resistance and long-term durability. The fine tip is precision-ground to provide consistent engagement and tactile feedback appropriate for microsurgical handling. The instrument is intended for repeated use and is compatible with 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