The Satinsky Vascular Clamp is a specialized, atraumatic clamp pivotal in cardiothoracic and vascular surgery for partial occlusion of large vessels. Its distinctive, curved, and often angled jaw is designed to fit precisely around a portion of a major vein or artery—most famously the vena cava or aorta—without completely obstructing blood flow. This allows surgeons to isolate a segment of the vessel for procedures like atriotomy, venous graft harvesting, or side-biting anastomosis while maintaining distal circulation, a critical technique for maintaining organ perfusion during complex operations.

Key Features:

  • Unique curved, often right-angled jaw for partial, side-biting occlusion of large vessels.

  • Atraumatic serrations or padded jaws prevent intimal damage to the vessel wall.

  • Primarily used in cardiac surgery (e.g., CABG, valve surgery) and major vascular procedures.

  • Enables the creation of a controlled opening in the vessel for anastomosis or repair.

  • Available in various sizes and specific angles (e.g., superior vena cava clamp) for different applications.

  • A fundamental instrument for techniques requiring partial vascular control without complete isolation.

Achieve precise partial vessel occlusion for advanced anastomotic techniques with the Satinsky Vascular Clamp from Medic Instrument.

Product categories

DeBakey Aorta Clamp

  • Used in Cardiovascular surgical procedures
  • Atraumatic Jaws
  • Finger ring handles
  • Corrosion Resistant
  • Lifetime Warranty