Hegenbarth Suture Instrument 12.5cm

Description

Hegenbarth Clip Forceps

The Hegenbarth clip forceps apply and remove metal skin clips. Many surgeons like the pattern because its jaws hold the clip steady right up to closure.

Steady jaws

The jaws cradle the clip on both sides. Consequently, it does not tilt as it meets the skin. Also, that gives a straight, tidy line of clips.

Length of the Hegenbarth clip forceps

At 12.5 cm, the forceps sit between the shorter Michel and longer patterns. In other words, they feel balanced for both applying and removing.

Where they fit in a case

Skin closure usually comes last, after deeper layers are sewn. At that point, the scrub nurse hands over the loaded forceps and a pair of tissue forceps.

Applying clips

Evert the skin edges first so they meet slightly raised. Then centre each clip over the line and close it. This raised closure flattens as the wound heals.

When the clips come out

Removal often takes place several days after surgery, depending on the site. The forceps open each clip gently, so the patient feels little discomfort.

Keeping a pair on the ward

Wards that care for surgical patients often keep their own clip forceps. That way, nobody needs to borrow a theatre pair for removals.

Hegenbarth clip forceps details

• 12.5 cm overall
• Clip-cradling jaws
• Reusable steel

Spring check

After washing and drying, open and close the forceps a few times. If the spring feels weak, set them aside for service before sterilising.

Purchase support

Any forceps receives a visual inspection at our Atlanta office before it ships. Our Hegenbarth forceps come with three years against manufacturing defects, spring and jaws together. The FAQ section sums up the ordering steps. More options wait in our general surgery listings. Busy units stock a spare forceps to avoid delays. Many buyers also look at the Wachenfeldt clip forceps. The FDA notes ASTM F899 under surgical steels. Need help choosing a forceps? Drop us a line and we will check.

Professional use only. Our photos are illustrative. Also, stainless steel contains nickel; visit the care page. Courier details are on our shipping info page.