Mayo Hegar Needle Holder 20.0 cm (8")

Controlled Needle Handling for Surgical Suturing

The 8" Mayo Hegar Needle Holder is a surgical instrument designed to grasp, guide, and control needles during suturing. Its familiar needle-holder format supports steady handling through routine closure and repair tasks, while the 8" length offers useful reach within the operative field without requiring the instrument to be repositioned as frequently. It can support suturing workflows in both cardiovascular and general surgery settings, where deliberate needle placement and dependable instrument control are important. By keeping needle manipulation in a dedicated holder rather than by hand, it helps organize the closure process and supports consistent handling throughout the procedure.

Use Cases

• Grasp and guide curved needles during suturing and wound closure.
• Support controlled needle placement in cardiovascular surgical workflows.
• Assist with routine suturing tasks in general surgery.
• Provide reach for handling needles within the operative field during closure.
• Maintain a dedicated instrument for needle manipulation rather than direct hand handling.

Specifications

Care & Handling

• Clean the instrument according to facility procedures and the applicable manufacturer instructions.
• Inspect the jaws, working surfaces, and moving mechanism for residue, damage, or impaired function before use.
• Handle and store the needle holder to help protect its working surfaces from impact or contact with other instruments.
• Follow facility protocols and applicable instructions for any reprocessing, inspection, and storage steps.

Specifications

General use; follow facility protocols.