Clinical Application
This 27 cm Johnson needle holder is designed for secure handling and manipulation of suture needles in open surgical procedures where additional reach or working distance is needed. It is commonly used for general surgery, abdominal and thoracic procedures, obstetrics/gynecology, and other cases that require controlled needle placement in deeper or less accessible tissue planes. The ratcheted handle allows sustained clamping while passing or tying sutures, reducing the need for repeated manual re-grasping.
Design & Configuration
The instrument's ring-handled, ratcheted design provides tactile feedback and a reliable locking mechanism for sustained needle retention during placement and ligation. At 27 cm overall length, the shaft offers added reach to access deeper operative fields without sacrificing leverage at the jaws. The geometry of the needle-holding jaws concentrates clamping force at the needle shaft for consistent control during needle passage and knot-tying.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Needle holder
- Pattern / model: Johnson
- Configuration: Ring-handled, ratcheted
- Length: 27 cm
- Tip / jaw pattern: Standard needle-holding jaws
- Typical surgical use: Suturing and needle control in open procedures
- Material / construction: Surgical-grade stainless steel
- Reusable: Yes
Material & Construction
Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel for corrosion resistance and durability under repeated sterilization cycles. The instrument is constructed for reusable clinical use with precision-machined jaws and a robust hinge and ratchet mechanism to ensure reliable performance over time.
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