Clinical Application
Designed to securely grasp and manipulate surgical needles during suturing, this instrument is intended for general soft-tissue approximation and wound closure across a range of settings including ambulatory surgery, minor procedure rooms, and operating theaters. The combination of serrated jaws and a longitudinal blood groove helps maintain needle purchase in bloody or wet fields, improving control during precise needle placement and knot tying.
Design & Configuration
The instrument features a locking ratchet handle to maintain a stable needle hold without continuous manual pressure, reducing hand fatigue during prolonged closures. Serrated jaw faces provide positive purchase on needle shanks to minimize slippage, and the blood groove (a longitudinal channel along the jaw) helps channel fluids away from the gripping surface to reduce capillary pooling and improve visibility and grip in moist conditions. The 13 cm length offers a balance of reach and tactile control suited to both superficial and moderately deep tissue work.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Needle holder
- Pattern / model: Halsey
- Configuration: Locking ratchet; serrated jaws with blood groove
- Length: 13 cm
- Tip / jaw pattern: Serrated
- Typical surgical use: Needle handling and suture placement for tissue approximation and wound closure
- Material / construction: Surgical stainless steel; reusable
Material & Construction
Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel with precision-machined serrations to ensure consistent needle purchase. Constructed for repeat use and compatible with standard sterilization methods used for reusable instruments.
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