Nussbaum Intestinal Clamp Forceps

Description

Nussbaum Intestinal Clamp Forceps

The Nussbaum intestinal clamp grips bowel while you divide or join it. It is 25 cm long, and you can order straight or curved.

Straight or curved

Pick straight jaws for bowel that lies flat in the wound. However, curved jaws make it easier to clamp at an angle.

Where it fits

General and colorectal surgeons use it alongside other bowel clamps. Also, a pair on the tray lets you clamp both sides of a resection.

In the operating field

A pair of Nussbaum clamps often sits on the tray for bowel resections. The surgeon sets one clamp either side of the section to be removed and divides the bowel between the two. Because the jaws are 25 cm long overall, the clamp reaches comfortably in most open cases without crowding the wound. Before closing it, make sure the jaw tips pass the far edge of the bowel. At the end, unlock it gently rather than snapping the ratchet open.

Care of the Nussbaum intestinal clamp

Keep the clamp moist with a damp cloth until you can clean it. Then brush the jaws and joint, rinse, and dry it thoroughly before the steam cycle.

Nussbaum intestinal clamp specifications

• Length: 25 cm
• Straight or curved
• Stainless steel, reusable

Supply and warranty

Your Nussbaum clamp has a three-year warranty against manufacturing faults. In addition, every shipment gets a hand inspection in Atlanta. So check our FAQs for cleaning and shipping details. Also, ASTM F899 covers surgical instrument steels. For 25 and 33 cm options, see the Scudder pattern. The rest of our colorectal range is one click away.

Sold for professional use. Please read our care and sterilization guide for notes on photos and materials.