Gillies Needle Holder 16cm "Left hand"

Clinical Application

Designed to provide controlled grasp and manipulation of suture needles in confined or deep operative fields, this Gillies-style needle holder is suited for plastic and reconstructive procedures, maxillofacial and intraoral suturing, ENT work, and fine soft-tissue approximation. The left-hand orientation supports surgeons who prefer or require reversed ergonomics for needle placement and knot tying, improving comfort and precision during complex closures.

Design & Configuration

The Gillies pattern features relatively short, robust jaws that minimize needle wobble and concentrate clamping force at the needle shaft for predictable control. At 16 cm overall length, the instrument balances reach with tactile feedback—long enough to access deeper sites while retaining the fine hand control required for delicate suturing. The left-hand configuration reverses the locking orientation so that engagement and release actions are ergonomic for left-handed operators, reducing hand strain and improving suture placement accuracy.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Needle holder
• Pattern / model: Gillies
• Configuration: Left-hand orientation
• Length: 16 cm
• Tip / jaw pattern: Short, serrated jaws for secure needle grip
• Typical surgical use: Precise needle handling in confined/deep fields (plastic, maxillofacial, ENT, intraoral, general)
• Material / construction: Surgical-grade stainless steel
• Reusable: Yes; designed for repeated sterilization

Material & Construction

Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel for corrosion resistance and durability. The hinge and jaw interface are precision machined to provide consistent alignment and dependable needle retention over repeated use. Constructed for standard hospital sterilization workflows and multiple reprocessing cycles.

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