Mayo Hegar Needle Holder 13.3 cm (5.2)

Controlled Needle Handling for Precise Suturing

The 5 1/4" Mayo Hegar Needle Holder is a surgical instrument designed to grasp, control, and guide suture needles during needle-driven closure. Its compact length supports deliberate handling in general surgery and cardiovascular workflows where a dependable needle-holding instrument is needed for routine suturing tasks. The Mayo Hegar pattern provides a familiar format for positioning needles and maintaining control as sutures are placed, adjusted, or tied. Its focused design can help keep needle manipulation organized within the operative field while supporting a consistent instrument-handling technique across applicable procedures.

Use Cases

• Grasp and guide suture needles during general surgery closure tasks.
• Support controlled needle positioning and passage during cardiovascular suturing workflows.
• Hold needles securely while placing interrupted or continuous sutures.
• Assist with needle handoffs, repositioning, and controlled manipulation within the operative field.

Specifications

Care & Reprocessing

• Clean and reprocess the instrument according to facility protocols and the applicable manufacturer instructions for use.
• Inspect the jaws, hinge, and handles for visible residue, damage, or impaired movement before handling.
• Handle the needle holder carefully to help protect its working surfaces and maintain controlled operation.
• Store in a clean, dry location where the instrument is protected from damage and contamination.

Specifications

General use; follow facility protocols.