1/4″ VATS Lambert-Kay Clamp 10 mm Shaft, Angled Handle

The 1/4″ VATS Lambert-Kay Clamp 10 mm Shaft, Angled Handle is a specialized surgical instrument designed for Video-Assisted Thoracic Surgery (VATS) and other minimally invasive thoracic procedures requiring controlled tissue manipulation. Its narrow 10 mm shaft is intended for use with appropriately sized thoracoscopic access systems, while the angled handle provides a practical operating configuration for positioning the instrument within the surgical field. The 10 mm shaft provides a defined minimally invasive profile that allows the instrument to pass through a compatible thoracoscopic access port. This design helps surgical teams perform tissue manipulation through a smaller access pathway while maintaining the necessary working reach inside the thoracic cavity. The shaft should only be used with access equipment compatible with its specified diameter. A key feature of this instrument is the angled handle configuration . An angled handle can provide a more practical hand position during minimally invasive procedures, particularly when the surgeon needs to approach tissue from a specific direction. The configuration may help improve instrument orientation and control while working through a thoracoscopic port. Handle positioning is especially important in VATS because the surgeon operates at a distance from the working jaws and relies on the instrument shaft to transmit movement and force. The Lambert-Kay clamp design is intended to support controlled engagement and manipulation of appropriate tissues. It may be used as part of a VATS instrument set, thoracoscopic surgery tray, minimally invasive thoracic surgery collection, pulmonary surgery instrument system, or cardiothoracic surgical set , depending on the procedure and manufacturer’s intended application. The precise clinical use should always be determined by trained surgical professionals according to the patient’s anatomy and established surgical technique. The 1/4″ product designation is retained as part of the supplied product identification. Along with the 10 mm shaft and angled handle, this specification helps distinguish this particular Lambert-Kay VATS clamp configuration from other minimally invasive thoracic instruments. Accurate instrument dimensions are important when assembling specialized surgical trays and selecting instruments compatible with the intended access system. The extended shaft allows the operating hand to remain outside the patient’s body while the working end reaches the thoracic operative field. This is an important feature of minimally invasive surgical instruments, where appropriate shaft diameter, length, handle orientation, and jaw control all contribute to efficient instrument handling. The angled handle may also provide useful ergonomic positioning during procedures that require repeated manipulation. For reusable instrument configurations, proper processing is essential. Following use, the VATS Lambert-Kay Clamp should be cleaned promptly and thoroughly according to the healthcare facility’s validated instrument-processing procedures. The shaft, working end, handle mechanism, and any moving components should be carefully inspected to ensure that no biological material remains and that the instrument operates correctly. Before sterilization and reuse, surgical personnel should verify that the shaft is straight and undamaged, the handle functions smoothly, and the working mechanism responds appropriately. Sterilization should be performed using a validated method consistent with applicable manufacturer instructions and institutional protocols. Correct cleaning, inspection, sterilization, storage, and handling help maintain instrument performance and service life. For hospitals, thoracic surgery centers, minimally invasive surgical teams, and medical instrument suppliers, the 1/4″ VATS Lambert-Kay Clamp with 10 mm Shaft and Angled Handle offers a specialized instrument configuration for controlled thoracoscopic tissue manipulation. Its narrow shaft and angled handle make it a practical addition to professional VATS and minimally invasive thoracic instrument inventories. Key Features Specialized VATS Lambert-Kay Clamp 10 mm shaft diameter Angled handle configuration Designed for minimally invasive thoracic surgery Suitable for video-assisted thoracic surgery applications Narrow shaft supports use through compatible thoracoscopic access systems Angled handle facilitates controlled instrument positioning Designed for precise tissue manipulation Practical configuration for thoracoscopic operative fields Suitable for VATS and thoracoscopic instrument sets Professional surgical construction Requires appropriate cleaning, inspection, and sterilization procedures Product Specifications Specification Details Product Name VATS Lambert-Kay Clamp Product Type Thoracoscopic Surgical Clamp VATS Specification 1/4″ Shaft Diameter 10 mm Handle Design Angled Handle Instrument Design Minimally Invasive / VATS Primary Application Thoracic Surgery Intended Use Controlled Tissue Manipulation Access Compatible Thoracoscopic Port Construction Surgical Instrument Sterilization According to validated facility protocol and manufacturer guidance Intended Users Trained Surgical Professionals FAQs 1. What is a VATS Lambert-Kay Clamp used for? The VATS Lambert-Kay Clamp is designed for controlled tissue manipulation during video-assisted thoracic surgery and other appropriate minimally invasive thoracic procedures. 2. What is the shaft diameter of this VATS Lambert-Kay Clamp? This model features a 10 mm shaft , intended for use with compatible thoracoscopic access systems. 3. What is the purpose of the angled handle? The angled handle provides a practical operating orientation that can assist with positioning and manipulation when working through a thoracoscopic access port. 4. What does the 1/4″ specification indicate? The 1/4″ designation is part of the product’s supplied configuration and identification. It should be considered together with the specified 10 mm shaft and angled handle when selecting the appropriate instrument. 5. Is this Lambert-Kay Clamp suitable for VATS? Yes. Its minimally invasive shaft and angled handle configuration are designed for appropriate VATS and thoracoscopic surgical applications. 6. How should this VATS clamp be maintained? The clamp should be thoroughly cleaned after use, with particular attention to the shaft and working mechanism. It should then be inspected and sterilized according to validated facility procedures and applicable manufacturer instructions. 7. What surgical sets can include this VATS Lambert-Kay Clamp? It can be included in appropriate VATS instrument sets, thoracoscopic surgery trays, minimally invasive thoracic surgery sets, pulmonary surgery collections, and cardiothoracic instrument systems.