Masson Needle Holder

Long, heavy-jawed needle holder of the Mayo-Hegar type, used for deep tissue suturing such as in bariatric surgery.

The Masson Needle Holder is also known as Mayo-Hegar (Masson) needle holder.

Lengths recorded from the sources for this guide: 27 cm, 35.5 cm and 41 cm. Ranges differ between manufacturers, so confirm the exact size in the catalogue you order from.

This guide records these variations, shapes: Straight; jaw, tip or blade: Serrated and Heavy. See variations, sizes & configurations for the full list.

6 items matching this pattern are listed from manufacturers’ own online catalogues: Accurate Surgical & Scientific Instruments (3), Lenox Surgical Instruments (2) and Rigor Instruments (1). The catalogue table gives each model number and size as published, with a link to the official product page.

Companies whose own catalogues list the Masson Needle Holder include Accurate Surgical & Scientific Instruments. Check the exact pattern and size with the company.

Other needle holders in this directory include Arruga Needle Holder, Barraquer Needle Holder, Castroviejo Needle Holder and Crile-Wood Needle Holder. See all needle holders.

• Pattern and size: compare the jaw pattern, any jaw inserts and the ratchet or lock, together with the length with the supplier’s catalogue drawing or a sample. For the Masson Needle Holder this page records lengths of 27 cm, 35.5 cm and 41 cm, Straight shapes and Serrated and Heavy tips.
• Material: this guide records stainless steel and tungsten carbide inserts; confirm the exact steel grade or alloy in the supplier’s documentation, such as the material specification or certificate.
• Finish and any coating, as stated by the supplier.
• Regulatory marking or registration required in your target market (see medical device certifications).
• Reprocessing: the cleaning, disinfection and sterilisation instructions in the manufacturer’s instructions for use (IFU).

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