Hegar Baumgartner Needle Holder 14cm

Clinical Application

This instrument is designed for controlled manipulation of suture needles during soft-tissue approximation. The moderate 14 cm length provides a balance of reach and tactile control, making it useful for procedures that require precision in confined operative fields—examples include delicate mucosal closures, gynecologic and urologic soft-tissue suturing, ENT and general surgical wound approximation. The fine serrated jaws improve needle security during passage and transfer, reducing slip and inadvertent tissue trauma.

Design & Configuration

Ring handles with an integrated ratchet deliver reproducible grip pressure and allow single‑handed needle positioning and rotation. The Hegar Baumgartner pattern features a narrow beak profile that improves visibility at the tip and permits close approach to the needle hub for accurate control. Fine serrations along the jaw face maximize friction on the needle shaft without excessive crushing, which helps preserve needle geometry and suture integrity during placement.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Needle holder
• Pattern/model: Hegar Baumgartner
• Configuration: Ring-handled with ratchet locking
• Length: 14 cm
• Tip/jaw pattern: Fine serrated jaws for secure needle grasp
• Typical use: Precise needle control and suturing in confined or delicate soft-tissue procedures
• Material/construction: Stainless steel; reusable

Material & Construction

Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel and built for repeated sterilization and clinical use. The construction emphasizes a rigid box-lock and secure ratchet engagement to maintain consistent jaw alignment and reliable needle retention over the instrument's service life.

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