Harken Atrauma Cardiovascular Auricle Clamp

Description

Harken Atrauma Cardiovascular Auricle Clamp

The Harken auricle clamp holds and occludes the atrial appendage during cardiac surgery. Two lengths are available, 23 and 24 cm.

Appendage work

Surgeons clamp the auricle to control it before an incision or closure. So the atrium stays secure while the team works through the appendage. Its atraumatic jaws limit damage to thin atrial tissue.

Length options

The 23 cm and 24 cm sizes differ only slightly. However, that extra centimeter can help in a deep or narrow chest. Pick whichever length feels right for your usual approach.

Why gentle jaws matter

Atrial tissue tears easily under heavy pressure. Therefore, a gentle grip keeps it intact until the repair holds. That makes this clamp a sensible choice for delicate atrial work.

Tray placement

Keep this clamp near the other long cardiac instruments. Plus, a Harken auricle clamp works well next to a partial occlusion clamp on the atrium. That way, the surgeon can control both appendage and atrial wall.

Reprocessing Harken auricle clamp

Wipe the jaws with a moist sponge at the table and keep them damp until processing. Then wash the clamp open and look closely at the tips. At the end, dry it and store it where its long body lies straight.

Harken auricle clamp specifications

• Lengths: 23 and 24 cm
• Atraumatic jaws
• For the atrial appendage
• Cardiac surgery

Our warranty

Plus, the instrument comes with our three-year warranty against defects. Also, we check each piece in Atlanta before shipping. Questions about sterilization? Our FAQs can help. Also, ASTM F899 covers surgical instrument steels. For partial occlusion of the atrium, see our Satinsky vena cava clamp. You can also browse all our cardiovascular and thoracic instruments.

Professional use only. Our care and sterilization guide covers images and the nickel in stainless steel; delivery times are in our shipping policy.