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Emergency physician's needle holder.

M R Abidin1, M A Towler, S A Lombardi

  • 1Department of Plastic Surgery, University of Virginia School of Medicine, Charlottesville 22908.

The Journal of Emergency Medicine
|November 1, 1989
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A novel surgical needle holder features tungsten carbide-bonded jaws for secure needle grip, preventing suture damage. Integrated scissors and an offset ringlet enhance surgical efficiency and instrument handling.

Area of Science:

  • Surgical Instrumentation
  • Materials Science in Medicine
  • Minimally Invasive Surgery

Background:

  • Traditional needle holders can compromise suture integrity.
  • Surgical efficiency is often limited by instrument design.
  • Needle slippage during suturing remains a concern.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce an innovative needle holder design.
  • To improve needle security and reduce sutural damage.
  • To enhance overall surgical instrument functionality.

Main Methods:

  • Development of a needle holder with metallurgically bonded tungsten carbide jaws.
  • Integration of cutting scissors into the needle holder.
  • Modification of the handle's ringlet for improved ergonomics and retrieval.

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Main Results:

  • Enhanced needle holding security demonstrated.
  • Absence of sutural damage during instrument ties confirmed.
  • Successful integration and functionality of scissors.
  • Improved ease of retrieval from flat surfaces due to offset ringlet.

Conclusions:

  • The new needle holder design offers superior needle grip and suture protection.
  • Integrated scissors and ergonomic improvements enhance surgical utility.
  • This instrument represents an advancement in surgical tool design.