What is a DeBakey Forcep used for?

DeBakey Atraumatic Tissue Forceps are a versatile thumb forceps used in numerous procedures. They are commonly used for grasping fine tissue and blood vessels or soft tissue dissection. The narrow tips and atraumatic teeth cause little to no damage to the tissues.

What are the laparoscopic instruments?

Laparoscopic Surgical Instruments

  • Cannulas and Trocars.
  • Trocar Incision Closure Devices.
  • Electrodes and Electrosurgical Cables.
  • Laparoscopic Bipolar Scissors and Graspers.
  • Forceps and Graspers.
  • Hooks and Probes.
  • Knot Pushers.
  • Needles and Needle Holders.

How long are DeBakey forceps?

12 inches
Debakey forceps are a type of atraumatic tissue forceps used in vascular procedures to avoid tissue damage during manipulation. They are typically large (some examples are upwards of 12 inches (36 cm) long), and have a distinct coarsely ribbed grip panel, as opposed to the finer ribbing on most other tissue forceps.

How do laparoscopic instruments work?

Laparoscopic instruments are used along with a laparoscope, which is a thin telescope fitted with a cold light source and a video camera. Inert gases like carbon dioxide are used to inflate the abdominal region which increases the distance between the organs and the abdominal wall thus enlarging the operating field.

What is the debakey clamp?

This Debakey Multi-Purpose Vascular Clamp has a 60 degree angled jaw with serrated a interior and grooved interior. It can be used to clamp off blood vessels with out hutiny tissue.

Who is the Debakey forceps named after?

Debakey forceps are named after Michael E. Debakey, a pioneer in medical science and development. He made several groundbreaking discoveries in surgical medicine, including techniques in blood vessel grafting, replacement, and repair.

Which tool is used for laparoscopic cholecystectomy?

This surgery uses a laparoscope (an instrument used to see the inside of your body) to remove the gallbladder.

How do you sterilize laparoscopic instruments?

Endoscopic instruments may be sterilized with either cold or warm EO gas, with respect to the manufacturer’s instructions. With cold gas, the temperatures are set at 85 0C and also the instruments are subjected for 4 hours and 30 minutes. Aeration must then follow for 12 hours.