Olsen Hegar Needle Holder 12.0 cm (4.7)

Delicate Serrated Control for Precise Needle Handling

The 4 3/4" Olsen-Hegar Needle Holder Delicate Serrated is a compact surgical instrument designed to hold and control needles during suturing. Its delicate jaw pattern and serrated gripping surface support secure, measured handling while maintaining a practical profile for work in focused operative fields. The 4.75" overall length offers close-control access for tasks encountered in cardiovascular, general, ophthalmic, and plastic surgery workflows. Its delicate weight class can support efficient instrument handling where balanced manipulation and clear visualization are important. The Olsen-Hegar configuration also integrates needle holding with a cutting function, helping streamline routine suturing steps within the operative workflow.

Use Cases

• Grasp and guide suture needles during closure and tissue approximation.
• Support controlled needle placement in cardiovascular procedures requiring focused instrument handling.
• Handle suturing tasks in general surgery with a compact instrument profile.
• Assist fine suturing work in ophthalmic and plastic surgery settings where close access and visualization are important.
• Use the serrated delicate jaws to maintain practical control of needles during repeated suturing steps.

Specifications

Care & Reprocessing

• Clean and reprocess the instrument according to facility protocols and the applicable manufacturer instructions.
• Inspect the delicate serrated jaws, hinge, and integrated cutting area for soil, damage, alignment, or impaired movement before use.
• Handle and store the instrument in a manner that protects the delicate jaw surfaces and prevents contact damage.

Specifications

General use; follow facility protocols.