Castroviejo needle holder 7 delicate curved smooth jaws flat handle with lock

Controlled Needle Handling for Precise Surgical Workflows

The Castroviejo needle holder is a 7-inch instrument designed to grasp, position, and guide needles during suturing. Its delicate curved profile, smooth jaws, flat handle, and locking mechanism support controlled handling where access, alignment, and a secure hold matter. The 7-inch reach can be useful across cardiovascular, general surgery, and neurosurgery workflows, while the curved form may help maintain a practical working angle around the operative field. As a focused member of the needle holder family, it supports repeatable instrument handling without adding unnecessary bulk to delicate suturing tasks.

Use Cases

• Position and guide needles during cardiovascular suturing tasks requiring controlled handling and access.
• Support routine suturing workflows in general surgery with a dedicated needle-holding instrument.
• Assist with delicate needle manipulation during neurosurgical procedures where a curved profile can provide a practical working angle.
• Use the locking mechanism to help maintain needle engagement during appropriate suturing steps.
• Handle needles with the smooth jaws when a controlled, delicate grip is required.

Specifications

Care & Handling

• Clean the instrument according to facility protocols and the applicable manufacturer instructions.
• Inspect the curved jaws, locking mechanism, and handle before and after use for visible damage, residue, or impaired movement.
• Handle the smooth jaws carefully to help preserve their working surfaces and alignment.
• Store the needle holder in a manner that protects the jaws and lock from impact or distortion.

Specifications

General use; follow facility protocols.