Sharma's clamp for sequential coronary artery grafting

Area of Science:

• Cardiovascular Surgery
• Surgical Devices
• Medical Engineering

Background:

• Sequential coronary artery grafting is a standard surgical procedure.
• Challenges include maintaining graft alignment and precise suture placement in confined spaces.
• Graft slippage can increase operating time and compromise outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

• To introduce a novel device for graft stabilization during sequential bypass grafting.
• To address the difficulties associated with graft handling in coronary artery bypass surgery.

Main Methods:

• A simple clamp, Sharma's clamp, was developed for graft holding.
• The clamp is designed for use in sequential bypass grafting procedures.

Main Results:

• The device facilitates correct graft alignment and orientation.
• It aids in accurate suture placement on the graft.
• Potential to reduce graft slippage and surgeon distraction.

Conclusions:

• Sharma's clamp offers a practical solution for graft stabilization in coronary artery bypass surgery.
• The device may improve surgical efficiency and anastomotic quality.