An 8" DeBakey needle holder is a surgical instrument used to hold and manipulate a suture needle during surgical procedures, especially in cardiovascular and general surgery. Its primary uses are to provide precise control for suturing, secure wound closure, and guide needles through tissue with a firm but gentle grip. The length, along with features like tungsten carbide jaw inserts and a ratchet lock, allows for greater precision and stability during complex operations.

Suturing:

The instrument's main purpose is to securely hold and guide a surgical needle while the surgeon is passing it through tissue to close wounds or approximate tissue.

Cardiovascular procedures:

Due to its precision, it is particularly useful in delicate cardiovascular surgery where accurate suturing is critical.

General surgery:

It is also used in general surgery for various procedures requiring sutures and wound closure.