New Orleans needle holder 7 stubby straight serrated jaws ring handle

Controlled Needle Handling Across Surgical Workflows

The New Orleans needle holder is a 7-inch instrument designed to grasp and control suture needles during suturing. Its stubby, straight profile supports direct handling in cardiovascular, general surgery, and plastic surgery workflows, while serrated jaws provide a defined contact surface for positioning the needle. The ring handle supports a familiar grip and controlled instrument manipulation during repeated passes. This configuration is suited to teams seeking a straightforward needle holder for routine suturing tasks where accessible handling, consistent needle control, and a compact working profile are important to the procedure workflow.

Use Cases

• Grasping and guiding suture needles during general surgical closure and repair.
• Supporting controlled needle handling in cardiovascular suturing workflows.
• Managing needle passes during plastic surgery procedures where direct instrument control is useful.
• Using the straight profile to approach suturing sites with a clear, direct line of handling.
• Applying the serrated jaws to maintain contact with the needle during positioning and passage.

Specifications

Care & Reprocessing

• Clean and reprocess the needle holder according to facility protocols and the applicable manufacturer instructions.
• Inspect the serrated jaws, straight profile, and ring handle before use for visible soil, damage, or irregular operation.
• Handle the jaws carefully during cleaning, transport, and storage to help preserve their working surfaces.
• Store the instrument in a manner that protects the jaws and handle from impact or unnecessary contact with other instruments.

Specifications

General use; follow facility protocols.