Precision Surgical Instrument for Controlled and Secure Needle Handling
Wangensteen Needle Holders are precision-engineered surgical instruments designed for the secure grasping, manipulation, positioning, and controlled advancement of suture needles during surgical wound closure and tissue approximation. Characterized by their straight working jaws, finger-ring handles, ratchet locking mechanism, and serrated or cross-serrated gripping surfaces, Wangensteen Needle Holders provide surgeons with reliable needle control during procedures where accuracy, stability, and consistent handling are essential.
The Wangensteen pattern is available in several configurations and lengths, with commonly documented versions around 10 1/2 inches (approximately 26.5 cm) to 10 3/4 inches (approximately 27.3 cm). Depending on the specific configuration, the instrument may be supplied with short or long jaws and with conventional serrated surfaces or tungsten-carbide inserts.
Designed for professional surgical environments, Wangensteen Needle Holders are suitable for applications requiring dependable manipulation of fine and medium-sized suture needles. Their elongated straight profile provides additional reach while maintaining a clear working relationship between the surgeon’s hand and the operative field.
Product Overview
The Wangensteen Needle Holder is a specialized reusable needle-holding instrument intended to provide controlled handling of surgical needles during suturing. Its straight jaw configuration and elongated construction make it particularly useful where increased working length and controlled needle positioning are required.
The working jaws incorporate a textured gripping surface designed to maintain secure contact with the needle. Published specifications describe Wangensteen patterns with cross-serrated or serrated jaws, while some versions incorporate tungsten-carbide inserts for enhanced gripping performance and durability.
The finger-ring handles are combined with a ratchet mechanism that allows the instrument to remain securely closed around the needle when appropriately engaged. This design can assist the operator in maintaining consistent needle control while performing repetitive suturing movements.
Wangensteen Needle Holders are commonly catalogued for general surgery, with variations also appearing in veterinary and other surgical-instrument catalogues.
Key Features
- Precision-manufactured Wangensteen pattern
- Straight working jaws
- Serrated or cross-serrated gripping surfaces
- Available with short-jaw and long-jaw configurations
- Finger-ring handle design
- Ratchet locking mechanism
- Long, straight working profile
- Available in stainless-steel configurations
- Tungsten-carbide versions available for selected models
- Designed for controlled surgical needle manipulation
- Reusable instrument configurations available
- Suitable for professional surgical environments
- Compatible with appropriate cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization procedures according to the manufacturer’s validated instructions
- Available in commonly used lengths of approximately 26.5–27.3 cm depending on model
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