6 1/2" Olsen-Hegar Needle Holder TC smooth jaw

Controlled Needle Handling for General and Cardiovascular Surgery

The 6 1/2" Olsen-Hegar Needle Holder TC smooth jaw is a surgical instrument designed to hold and guide needles during suturing. Its needle-holder format supports controlled handling in procedures where secure positioning and deliberate needle placement are required. The 6 1/2" length offers a practical balance of reach and maneuverability for work within the operative field, while the smooth-jaw configuration is suited to careful needle handling. It can support suturing workflows across General Surgery and Cardiovascular applications, helping teams maintain a consistent instrument sequence during routine closure and repair tasks.

Use Cases

• Holding and guiding needles during suturing in General Surgery procedures.
• Supporting controlled needle placement during Cardiovascular surgical workflows.
• Managing needle transfer and positioning during routine wound or tissue closure.
• Providing a dedicated needle-holder option for operative fields requiring balanced reach and maneuverability.

Specifications

Care & Handling

• Clean the instrument according to facility protocols and the applicable manufacturer instructions.
• Inspect the smooth jaws and working mechanism for visible residue, damage, or impaired movement before use.
• Handle the needle holder carefully during cleaning, transport, and setup to help protect the jaw surfaces and mechanism.
• Store in a clean, dry environment in a manner that helps prevent contact damage and supports inspection before reuse.

General use; follow facility protocols.