Collin Suture Instrument

Description

Collin Clip Forceps for Wound Clips

The Collin clip forceps handle metal wound clips during skin closure and later removal. A light frame and slim jaws make it quick to work along a long incision.

A light, quick pattern

At 13 cm, the Collin is short and easy to hold between finger and thumb. Because of that, an assistant can work clip after clip without tiring. It also fits neatly in a dressing pack.

How clips close a wound

Metal wound clips press the two skin edges together like small staples. In practice, the surgeon everts the edges with tissue forceps, and the clip forceps then squeeze each clip shut across the line.

Where the Collin clip forceps are used

General, thyroid and breast surgeons use clips when they want a fast closure with a neat scar. Later, ward nurses use the same pattern to lift the clips out once the wound has healed.

Spacing the clips

Aim for an even gap of roughly one centimetre between clips. If the gap is too wide, the edges can gape; if it is too narrow, the skin may pucker.

Choosing among clip forceps

The Michel, Wachenfeldt and Hegenbarth patterns do a similar job with different jaw shapes. Consequently, many departments simply keep the one their nurses prefer, plus a spare.

Collin clip forceps details

• 13 cm overall
• Slim clip-handling jaws
• Spring action

Keeping the jaws aligned

Rinse away blood before it dries in the jaw grooves. Next, dry the forceps and check that both jaws still meet squarely. Afterwards, sterilise.

The pledge behind your forceps

Prior to dispatch, a colleague in Atlanta inspects every forceps piece by piece. The Collin pattern leaves our Atlanta bench with three years against manufacturing defects. Many buyers also look at our Michel clip forceps. For a summary of surgical stainless steel, review ASTM F899. Explore our growing general instruments catalog for more. For quick answers, consult our customer FAQ.

Professional use only. Returns show on our refund policy. Our care guidance sets out image variation and nickel in the steel.