Castrovijo needle holder curved - 16 cm

The Castroviejo Needle Holder is a specialized surgical instrument primarily used for microsurgery and procedures requiring extreme precision, such as in ophthalmology, plastic surgery, periodontics, and cardiovascular surgery.

It is highly favored over conventional needle holders (like Mayo-Hegar) for fine, delicate suturing, particularly with small needles and fine sutures (e.g., 5-0 to 8-0).

Key Features and Benefits:

• Design for Precision: It is designed to be held like a pen or pencil (a finger-controlled grip), which enhances the surgeon's dexterity and tactile feel, allowing for extremely accurate needle placement. This is a significant difference from the "scissors" or ring-handle grip of standard needle holders.

• Spring-Action Handle: It features spring-loaded handles rather than a traditional ratchet lock. This design allows the surgeon to quickly and easily engage and disengage the needle using a single, subtle finger movement, which is critical for rapid, precise manipulation under a microscope or in confined spaces.

• Locking Mechanism (Catch): Many Castroviejo needle holders include a small, integrated "catch" or lock that can be easily engaged. When locked, it holds the needle securely without the surgeon having to maintain continuous pressure, reducing hand fatigue during long, intricate procedures.

• Fine Jaws: The jaws are typically very fine and narrow (often with tungsten carbide inserts) to securely grasp and maneuver small, delicate suture needles without damaging the material or adjacent fragile tissue.

• Versatility: They are available in both straight and curved tip configurations to accommodate various surgical approaches and tissue depths.