9″ Pulmonary Artery Clamp Mall Shaft 20mm Atraumatic Jaw

The 9″ Pulmonary Artery Clamp Mall Shaft 20mm Atraumatic Jaw is a specialized vascular surgical instrument designed for controlled handling of appropriate vascular structures during cardiothoracic, cardiovascular, pulmonary, and thoracic surgical procedures . Its 9-inch length provides useful reach within the operative field, while the Mall shaft and 20mm atraumatic jaw configuration are designed to support controlled vascular manipulation. A key feature of this instrument is its 20mm atraumatic jaw . An atraumatic jaw design is intended to provide controlled engagement while helping minimize unnecessary mechanical trauma when the instrument is used appropriately. This characteristic is particularly important in vascular surgery, where delicate tissue structures require careful handling and controlled application of force. The Mall shaft provides the instrument with its specified working configuration and contributes to its ability to reach the intended operative site. The 9-inch overall length offers practical access while allowing the surgeon to maintain a controlled hand position away from the immediate surgical field. This extended profile can be useful during procedures involving deeper thoracic or cardiovascular anatomy. The pulmonary artery clamp is intended for use by trained surgical professionals in procedures where temporary vascular control or manipulation is clinically indicated. It may be incorporated into cardiovascular surgical instrument sets, pulmonary surgery trays, thoracic surgery sets, vascular instrument collections, and cardiothoracic operating-room systems . The exact application should always be determined by the operating surgeon according to the patient’s anatomy, surgical procedure, and established clinical technique. The 20mm jaw dimension provides a defined working area for engaging appropriate vascular structures. Proper jaw positioning is essential to achieve controlled contact while avoiding unnecessary compression or tissue injury. The atraumatic design should not be interpreted as eliminating the possibility of tissue damage; appropriate surgical technique and controlled force remain essential during use. The 9-inch length provides a practical combination of reach and handling control. In cardiothoracic surgery, instruments may need to access structures located within relatively deep operative fields. An appropriately extended vascular clamp can help the surgeon reach the target structure while maintaining an ergonomic hand position and controlled manipulation. The Mall shaft and atraumatic jaw configuration also make this instrument suitable for specialized vascular instrument inventories where different clamp profiles are required for different anatomical locations and procedures. Maintaining a selection of appropriately sized vascular clamps allows surgical teams to select the instrument that best corresponds with the intended application. For reusable configurations, the instrument should be thoroughly cleaned and decontaminated immediately after use according to validated healthcare-facility procedures. Particular attention should be given to the 20mm atraumatic jaws, shaft, hinge, and working mechanism , where biological material can accumulate. Proper cleaning is essential before sterilization. Following cleaning, the pulmonary artery clamp should be inspected for jaw alignment, atraumatic surface integrity, smooth opening and closing, shaft condition, and signs of wear or damage. The jaws should remain correctly aligned and free from deformation. Any instrument with compromised working surfaces or abnormal mechanical function should be evaluated before being returned to clinical service. Sterilization should be performed using a validated method appropriate for the instrument and consistent with applicable manufacturer instructions and institutional protocols. Proper handling, sterilization, storage, and routine inspection help preserve the instrument’s functional performance and service life. For hospitals, cardiothoracic surgeons, vascular specialists, pulmonary surgery teams, surgical centers, and medical instrument suppliers, the 9″ Pulmonary Artery Clamp with Mall Shaft and 20mm Atraumatic Jaw provides a specialized solution for controlled vascular handling. Its extended 9-inch length, Mall shaft configuration, and atraumatic jaw design make it a valuable addition to professional cardiovascular and thoracic surgical instrument sets. Key Features 9-inch pulmonary artery clamp Mall shaft configuration 20mm atraumatic jaw Designed for controlled vascular manipulation Suitable for cardiothoracic and pulmonary surgery Atraumatic jaw profile supports careful tissue handling Extended length provides useful operative reach Designed for appropriate temporary vascular clamping applications Suitable for cardiovascular and thoracic surgical instrument sets Supports controlled positioning within deeper operative fields Professional surgical instrument construction Requires appropriate cleaning, inspection, and sterilization Product Specifications Specification Details Product Name Pulmonary Artery Clamp Instrument Type Vascular Surgical Clamp Overall Length 9″ Shaft Design Mall Shaft Jaw Size 20mm Jaw Type Atraumatic Primary Application Pulmonary and Cardiothoracic Surgery Secondary Application Vascular Surgery Intended Use Controlled Vascular Handling and Clamping Working Profile Atraumatic Jaw Construction Surgical Instrument Sterilization According to validated facility protocol and manufacturer guidance Intended Users Trained Surgical Professionals FAQs 1. What is a pulmonary artery clamp used for? A pulmonary artery clamp is designed for controlled manipulation and temporary clamping of appropriate vascular structures during selected cardiothoracic, pulmonary, and vascular surgical procedures. 2. What is the jaw size of this pulmonary artery clamp? This model features a 20mm atraumatic jaw , providing a defined working surface for controlled vascular engagement. 3. What is the purpose of an atraumatic jaw? An atraumatic jaw is designed to provide controlled contact with appropriate tissue while helping reduce unnecessary mechanical trauma when used with proper surgical technique. 4. What does the Mall shaft specification mean? The Mall shaft identifies the shaft configuration of this particular pulmonary artery clamp and helps distinguish it from other vascular clamp designs. 5. Why is this clamp 9 inches long? The 9-inch length provides useful reach for accessing appropriate vascular structures within deeper thoracic and cardiothoracic operative fields. 6. Can this pulmonary artery clamp be sterilized? For reusable configurations, it should be thoroughly cleaned, decontaminated, inspected, and sterilized according to validated healthcare-facility procedures and applicable manufacturer instructions. 7. What surgical sets can include this clamp? It can be incorporated into cardiovascular instrument sets, pulmonary surgery trays, thoracic surgical sets, vascular surgery collections, and cardiothoracic operating-room instrument systems .