The DeBakey-Mixter is a ratcheted, right-angle hemostatic forceps designed for cardiovascular and other complex surgeries to secure, clamp, and dissect delicate blood vessels and tissues with minimal trauma. Its key features include atraumatic serrated jaws that provide a firm yet gentle grip, elongated slim shanks to reach deep structures, a stable locking mechanism to maintain consistent pressure, and ergonomic finger rings for precise surgical control.