Mayo Hegar Perma Sharp™ Needle Holder, 16 cm

The Mayo Hegar Perma Sharp™ Needle Holder, 16 cm is a precision surgical instrument designed for secure needle handling and controlled suture placement during a wide range of operative procedures. The established Mayo-Hegar pattern provides a practical combination of strength, stability, and reliable needle control, making this needle holder an important component of general surgery and specialty surgical instrument sets. With an overall length of 16 cm , this needle holder offers a useful balance between working reach and instrument control. The size is suitable for procedures where the surgeon requires dependable needle manipulation without the additional length associated with larger needle holders. Its design allows the jaws to engage the needle securely while supporting controlled movements during needle loading, tissue penetration, passage, and release. The Perma Sharp™ jaw configuration is designed to provide a consistent working surface for needle grasping. Secure needle engagement is particularly important during suturing because controlled handling can help the surgeon accurately position the needle and maintain the desired angle while passing it through tissue. The precision-oriented jaw design supports repeatable performance during routine and technically demanding surgical procedures. The Mayo-Hegar pattern is widely recognized for its practical surgical configuration. Its robust construction makes it suitable for handling a variety of commonly used surgical needles and sutures, depending on the specific procedure and needle characteristics. The instrument can be used for tissue approximation, wound closure, ligation, and other suturing tasks where reliable needle control is required. Constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel , the Mayo-Hegar Perma Sharp™ Needle Holder is designed for strength, durability, and corrosion resistance. Stainless steel construction also supports repeated cleaning and sterilization when the instrument is appropriately reprocessed according to validated protocols. Proper care is essential for maintaining the condition of the jaws, hinge, locking mechanism, and overall instrument surface. The instrument’s durable design makes it suitable for repeated clinical use. After each procedure, the needle holder should be cleaned promptly to minimize the risk of dried biological material accumulating around the jaws, hinge, or other functional areas. Appropriate cleaning should be followed by thorough rinsing, drying, inspection, packaging as required, and sterilization using a validated process compatible with the instrument. Regular inspection is an important part of maintaining surgical needle holders. Before use, healthcare professionals should verify that the jaws align correctly, the locking mechanism functions properly, and there are no signs of excessive wear, corrosion, cracks, or other damage. Any instrument that does not perform correctly should be removed from service and evaluated according to institutional procedures. The Mayo-Hegar Perma Sharp™ Needle Holder, 16 cm is suitable for a variety of surgical applications, including general surgery, wound closure, soft-tissue procedures, gynecological surgery, veterinary surgery, and other procedures requiring controlled needle manipulation. Application suitability depends on the surgeon’s technique, needle size, suture material, tissue characteristics, and operative requirements. Combining a trusted Mayo-Hegar design, practical 16 cm length, precision Perma Sharp™ jaws, and durable stainless steel construction, this needle holder provides a dependable solution for surgical instrument sets requiring accurate and secure needle control. It is designed to support efficient suturing while maintaining the durability expected from reusable professional surgical instrumentation. Key Features Mayo-Hegar pattern for reliable surgical needle handling 16 cm overall length for balanced reach and control Perma Sharp™ precision jaw surfaces Designed for secure grasping of surgical needles Supports accurate needle positioning during suturing Robust construction for routine surgical applications Suitable for tissue approximation and wound closure Surgical-grade stainless steel construction Designed for durability and corrosion resistance Suitable for general and specialty surgical procedures Supports repeated cleaning and sterilization when properly reprocessed Practical addition to reusable surgical instrument sets Product Specifications Specification Details Product Name Mayo-Hegar Perma Sharp™ Needle Holder Instrument Type Surgical Needle Holder Pattern Mayo-Hegar Overall Length 16 cm Jaw Type Perma Sharp™ precision jaws Primary Function Needle grasping and suture placement Construction Surgical-grade stainless steel Applications General surgery, soft-tissue suturing, wound closure, and specialty procedures Use Reusable surgical instrumentation Reprocessing Cleaning, disinfection, inspection, and sterilization according to validated protocols Category Surgical Instruments FAQs 1. What is a Mayo-Hegar needle holder used for? A Mayo-Hegar needle holder is used to securely grasp and manipulate surgical needles during suturing, tissue approximation, wound closure, and related procedures. 2. What is the length of this Mayo-Hegar needle holder? The Mayo-Hegar Perma Sharp™ Needle Holder has an overall length of 16 cm . 3. What are Perma Sharp™ jaws designed for? Perma Sharp™ jaws are designed to provide a precision working surface for controlled and secure surgical needle handling. 4. Is the 16 cm Mayo-Hegar needle holder suitable for general surgery? Yes. Its practical length and robust Mayo-Hegar configuration make it suitable for many general surgical and soft-tissue suturing applications. 5. What material is this surgical needle holder made from? The instrument is constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel, providing durability and resistance to corrosion with appropriate care and maintenance. 6. Can the Mayo-Hegar Perma Sharp™ Needle Holder be sterilized? As a reusable surgical instrument, it should be cleaned and sterilized using a validated process in accordance with applicable manufacturer instructions and healthcare facility protocols. 7. How should this needle holder be maintained? It should be cleaned promptly after use, thoroughly rinsed and dried, inspected for proper jaw alignment and locking function, and sterilized according to an approved instrument-reprocessing protocol.