A 5" Mixter clamp, also known as Mixter forceps, is a surgical instrument used for clamping and controlling blood vessels, manipulating delicate tissues, and accessing hard-to-reach areas in various surgeries. Its angled or curved jaws allow surgeons to navigate around anatomical structures and occlude vessels with precision, especially in deep or confined surgical sites.

Clamping blood vessels:

Its primary function is to apply a firm grip to blood vessels to control bleeding or occlude them during a procedure.

Tissue manipulation:

It can be used to grasp, retract, and stabilize delicate tissues without causing damage.

Dissection:

The clamp's design helps in the precise separation of tissues to isolate structures like blood vessels.

Passing sutures:

It can be used to pass sutures or ligatures around a vessel or duct.