Mayo-Hegar needle holder 16 heavy straight serrated TC jaws gold ring handle

Controlled Needle Handling Across Surgical Workflows

The Mayo-Hegar needle holder is a surgical instrument designed to grasp, control, and guide needles during suturing. Its 16-inch overall length supports extended reach when access or working distance is important, while the serrated jaw pattern helps maintain contact with the needle during routine handling. Tungsten carbide construction adds a durable working surface suited to repeated instrument use within established facility protocols. This configuration can support suturing workflows in cardiovascular, general surgery, and neurosurgery, where dependable needle control and deliberate manipulation are important to organized instrument handling and consistent technique.

Use Cases

• Grasping and guiding suture needles during cardiovascular procedures where extended instrument reach can support access to the operative field.
• Managing needles during general surgery closure and repair tasks that require controlled handling throughout suturing.
• Supporting neurosurgical suturing workflows where deliberate needle manipulation and instrument positioning are important.
• Using the serrated jaw surface to maintain contact with a needle during standard needle-holder handling.

Specifications

Care & Handling

• Clean the instrument according to facility protocols and the applicable manufacturer instructions.
• Inspect the serrated jaws and working surfaces for retained soil, damage, or irregular wear before use.
• Handle the needle holder carefully to protect the jaws and working mechanism from impact or unnecessary force.
• Store the instrument in a manner that helps prevent contact damage and keeps the working surfaces protected.

Specifications

General use; follow facility protocols.