DeBakey-Castaneda clamp 4 3/4" curved shanks angled 60º 1.4mm wide atraumatic jaws ring handle

Controlled Clamping for Cardiovascular and General Surgery

The DeBakey-Castaneda clamp is a ring-handle surgical clamp designed to grasp and control tissue or structures during cardiovascular and general surgery procedures. Its 4 3/4-inch length, curved shanks, and 60º angled profile support access and positioning where a straight approach may be less practical. The 1.4 mm wide atraumatic jaws provide a fine contact area for deliberate handling, while the ring handle supports familiar instrument control. This configuration helps teams manage clamping tasks with a focused, maneuverable instrument suited to detailed work in open surgical fields.

Use Cases

• Use for controlled clamping and handling tasks in cardiovascular surgery.
• Support tissue or structure management during general surgery procedures.
• Use the curved shanks and 60º angle to approach targets where a straight instrument path is less convenient.
• Apply the narrow, atraumatic jaws when a fine contact profile is appropriate for the task.
• Use the ring handle for familiar grasping and instrument manipulation during operative workflows.

Specifications

Care & Reprocessing

• Clean and reprocess the clamp according to the facility's procedures and the applicable instructions for use.
• Inspect the curved shanks, angled jaws, and ring handle for visible damage, residue, or impaired movement before use.
• Handle the atraumatic jaws carefully to help preserve their intended profile and alignment.
• Store the clamp in a manner that protects the jaws and prevents contact damage from other instruments.

General use; follow facility protocols.