Hercules-Type Extraction Forceps

tungsten carbide inserts, heavy pattern, 6.0 mm jaws, 7-3/4" (19.5 cm) Berry Sternal Needle Holder & Wire Twister is a highly versatile instrument that is useful in a vast array of surgical settings. Not only does it serve as a needle holder to aid in suturing during and at the close of surgery but it has other uses as well. The same ability to grip that makes it ideal for use in needle manipulation also makes it ideally suited for twisting wire. Many procedures require the placement of a wire to hold something together or to give some temporary stability while the body heals.

Demel Wire Guide is a specialized instrument crafted for use in surgical procedures that require the addition of wire. This instrument features a smooth handle from which extends a slim neck and a hook shaped head. Many orthopedic procedures require the use of wire for stability such as to wrap around a bone to approximate a fracture and this instrument can be used to comfortably manipulate wire. This instrument is available in three sizes 30.0 mm, 47.0 mm and 57.0 mm diameters.

slender jaws, 2.0 mm tip, 6" (15.2 cm) Flat Nose Pliers and Cutter is a multi-functional instrument that can be used as a pliers to manipulate the wire but also as a cutter to trim it to the appropriate length. This combination instrument also features a tapered jaw that allows it to access some areas that are more difficult to get to. Additionally, the flat nose prevents any trauma to surrounding tissue areas.

tungsten carbide jaws, double-action, 1/16" (1.7 mm) maximum capacity, 7-1/8" (18.1 cm) Front and Side Wire Cutter is designed for use in surgical procedures that require manipulation of the length of surgical wire. In procedures such as laminectomies or total hip replacements insertion of a wire is necessary to confer some stability to the newly operated upon region. Not only does this give stability but speeds up the healing time and prevents trauma to the area during the healing process. This particular cutter is a front and side cutter and features double action tungsten carbide jaws that has a maximum capacity of 1.7 mm.