7 1/8" Debakey Needle Holder LighTouch

Controlled Needle Handling for General Surgery

The 7 1/8" Debakey Needle Holder LighTouch is a surgical instrument intended to grasp and guide needles during suturing procedures. Its needle-holder configuration supports controlled manipulation of the needle as the user works through routine general-surgery closure and repair tasks. The 7.125" overall length provides a practical working format for handling within the operative field while maintaining a clear, purposeful instrument profile. Designed for professional surgical use, it helps organize needle handling into a steady, repeatable motion, supporting efficient transitions between grasping, positioning, and releasing the needle during suturing.

Use Cases

• Grasp and guide needles during general-surgery suturing procedures.
• Position a needle for controlled passage through tissue during closure or repair.
• Release and regrasp the needle as needed while progressing along a suture line.
• Support routine operative workflows that require a dedicated needle-holder instrument.

Specifications

Care & Reprocessing

• Clean and reprocess the instrument according to facility protocols and the applicable instructions for use.
• Inspect the needle-holder surfaces, working alignment, and moving action before and after use.
• Handle the instrument carefully to help prevent damage to its working components.
• Store in a clean, protected location after processing and inspection.

General use; follow facility protocols.