DeBakey Perma Sharp™ Needle Holder Scissors, 18 cm

The DeBakey Perma Sharp™ Needle Holder Scissors, 18 cm is a specialized combination surgical instrument designed to provide controlled needle manipulation and convenient suture cutting within a single instrument. By integrating needle-holder and scissors functions, this instrument can help streamline suturing workflows while reducing the need to exchange instruments during routine needle placement and suture trimming. Its 18 cm overall length provides useful reach while maintaining the precision required for controlled surgical handling. The needle-holder component is designed to securely grasp and manipulate surgical needles during loading, positioning, tissue penetration, and release. Reliable needle control is essential for accurate suturing because it allows the surgeon to maintain the intended needle angle and trajectory while passing the needle through tissue. The precision working jaws are designed to support stable needle engagement during these movements. The Perma Sharp™ working surfaces are intended to provide consistent contact with the surgical needle. This precision-oriented configuration can facilitate controlled needle rotation and positioning, helping support accurate tissue approximation and suture placement. The instrument is particularly useful when precise needle handling is required as part of a streamlined surgical technique. An important feature of the DeBakey needle holder scissors design is the integrated cutting function. The built-in scissors allow the user to trim suture material after needle passage without immediately reaching for a separate pair of surgical scissors. Combining these functions can reduce routine instrument exchanges and help maintain procedural efficiency, particularly during repeated suturing and closure. With an 18 cm length , the instrument provides additional working reach compared with shorter needle holders while retaining a practical profile for controlled surgical manipulation. This can be advantageous in procedures where the operative field requires increased instrument reach. The appropriate length and configuration should always be selected according to the surgical approach, operative site, needle dimensions, and surgeon preference. The DeBakey pattern is commonly associated with precision-focused surgical instrumentation, and this combination instrument may be incorporated into general surgery, vascular surgery, cardiovascular procedures, soft-tissue surgery, and other specialty applications where controlled needle manipulation and suture cutting are required. It may also be useful in surgical settings where minimizing instrument exchanges is beneficial. The integrated scissors should be used according to their intended cutting function and appropriate suture material. Dedicated surgical scissors may remain preferable when specialized cutting characteristics or a specific blade configuration are required. Instrument selection should always reflect the technical demands of the procedure. The instrument is manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel , providing strength, durability, and resistance to corrosion when appropriately maintained. Stainless steel construction supports repeated professional use and routine reprocessing when the instrument is cleaned, inspected, dried, and sterilized according to validated protocols. After use, the instrument should be cleaned promptly according to the healthcare facility’s approved instrument-reprocessing procedure. Special attention should be given to the needle-holding jaws, scissors blades, hinge, and other functional areas where biological material may accumulate. After cleaning, the instrument should be thoroughly rinsed and dried before inspection. Routine inspection should confirm secure jaw alignment, smooth mechanical operation, appropriate scissor function, and the absence of visible damage, corrosion, or excessive wear. Sterilization should be performed using a validated method appropriate for reusable surgical instruments and consistent with applicable manufacturer instructions. The DeBakey Perma Sharp™ Needle Holder Scissors, 18 cm combines precision needle control, integrated suture cutting, and a practical extended working length. Its multifunctional configuration can help support efficient suturing while reducing unnecessary instrument exchanges, making it a useful addition to professional surgical instrument sets. Key Features DeBakey pattern combination needle holder and scissors 18 cm overall length for extended surgical reach Perma Sharp™ precision needle-holding jaws Integrated scissors for convenient suture cutting Combines needle manipulation and suture trimming functions Supports secure needle grasping and controlled positioning Facilitates efficient tissue closure and suturing Suitable for cardiovascular, vascular, and general surgical applications Surgical-grade stainless steel construction Designed for durability and corrosion resistance Helps reduce routine instrument exchanges during suturing Supports validated cleaning, inspection, and sterilization procedures Product Specifications Specification Details Product Name DeBakey Perma Sharp™ Needle Holder Scissors Instrument Type Combination Needle Holder & Scissors Pattern DeBakey Overall Length 18 cm Jaw Type Perma Sharp™ precision needle-holding jaws Scissor Function Integrated suture cutting Primary Functions Needle grasping, manipulation, and suture cutting Construction Surgical-grade stainless steel Applications Suturing, tissue approximation, wound closure, vascular and cardiovascular procedures Working Profile Combination precision design Use Reusable surgical instrumentation Reprocessing Cleaning, disinfection, inspection, and sterilization according to validated protocols Category Surgical & Cardiovascular Instruments FAQs 1. What is a DeBakey needle holder scissors used for? It is a combination surgical instrument designed to grasp and manipulate needles while also providing an integrated function for cutting suture material. 2. What is the length of the DeBakey Perma Sharp™ Needle Holder Scissors? This model has an overall length of 18 cm , providing useful working reach for precision surgical procedures. 3. What is the advantage of a needle holder with integrated scissors? Combining needle holding and suture cutting can reduce routine instrument exchanges and help improve efficiency during suturing and wound closure. 4. What are Perma Sharp™ jaws designed for? Perma Sharp™ jaws are designed to provide controlled and secure engagement of surgical needles during positioning and suturing. 5. Is the 18 cm DeBakey instrument suitable for cardiovascular surgery? It may be suitable for selected cardiovascular and vascular procedures where controlled needle manipulation and suture cutting are required, subject to surgeon preference and procedural requirements. 6. What material is the DeBakey needle holder scissors made from? The instrument is constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel for strength, durability, and corrosion resistance with appropriate care. 7. Can the DeBakey Perma Sharp™ Needle Holder Scissors be sterilized? Yes. As reusable surgical instrumentation, it should be cleaned and sterilized using a validated process according to applicable manufacturer instructions and healthcare facility protocols.