Instrapac Derf Needle Holder 13cm Single
Instrapac
Injection & InfusionSingle-use Derf needle holder
Certifications
- CE Marked single Use medical device manufactured by Robinson Healthcare Limited under the Instrapac brand.
- Full compliance with the Medical Devices Directive / UK Medical Device Regulations for single Use surgical instruments.
- Manufactured under a certified quality management system appropriate for medical devices (e.g. ISO 13485 at manufacturer level).
- CE Marked single Use medical device manufactured by Robinson Healthcare Limited under the Instrapac brand.
- Full compliance with the Medical Devices Directive / UK Medical Device Regulations for single Use surgical instruments.
- Manufactured under a certified quality management system appropriate for medical devices (e.g. ISO 13485 at manufacturer level).
Single-use Derf needle holder
Description
The Instrapac Derf Needle Holder 13cm - Single is a sterile, single-use needle holder designed for securing fine suturing needles during wound closure and other minor surgical procedures. It features cross-hatched jaws to maintain a secure grip on needles, enabling precise handling and control. Manufactured from high quality medical grade surgical stainless steel, the instrument is supplied individually in an easy-to-open sterile pack. As part of the Instrapac single-use instrument range from Robinson Healthcare (Vernacare), it provides a high-quality, low-maintenance alternative to reusable instruments, helping to protect patients against cross infection risks and ensuring full compliance with medical device regulations.
Bnefits
- Single-use sterile Derf needle holder, eliminating the need for reprocessing and reducing cross infection risk.
- Cross-hatched jaws provide a secure, non-slip grip on fine suturing needles for precise wound closure.
- Manufactured from high quality medical grade surgical stainless steel for reliable performance and durability.
- 13cm length offers excellent control in confined or delicate operative fields, ideal for minor procedures.
- Supplied individually in an easy-to-open sterile pack for convenient aseptic presentation.
- Lower cost alternative to reprocessing and maintaining reusable needle holders.
- Fully compliant with applicable Medical Devices Directive/UK medical device regulations for single-use instruments.
- Suitable for use across a wide range of clinical settings including theatres, minor ops, GP practices and aesthetic clinics.
Indications
- Holding and manipulating fine suturing needles during wound closure.
- Use in minor surgical procedures, general surgery, dermatological and outpatient interventions where a small needle holder is required.
- Suturing in confined or delicate areas where a compact 13cm Derf pattern instrument provides superior control.
- Clinical environments that prefer single-use instruments to minimise decontamination workload and infection risk.
Composition
- Instrument body: medical grade surgical stainless steel.
- Jaws: fine, cross-hatched serrations for secure needle grip.
- Ratchet lock mechanism for controlled clamping force.
- No natural rubber latex in the metal instrument.
- Sterile packaging: medical-grade paper/plastic laminate peel pouch (typical Instrapac packaging).
Formulation
- Type: Derf needle holder, single-use.
- Length: 13cm (approximately 5 inches).
- Material: medical grade surgical stainless steel.
- Jaw pattern: fine cross-hatched jaws for needle retention.
- Locking mechanism: ratcheted handle to secure clamping pressure.
- Use status: sterile, single-use, non-reusable instrument.
Packaging
- Each needle holder is individually packed in a sterile, easy-to-open peel pouch.
- Outer cartons contain multiple individually pouched instruments (e.g. cartons of 50 for bulk supply; this listing supplies single units).
- Packaging is clearly labelled with brand (Instrapac), product description (Derf Needle Holder 13cm), product code (8262), single-use symbol and sterility information.
- Sterile until the expiry date provided the pouch remains unopened and undamaged.
Usage
- For professional use only by appropriately trained healthcare practitioners.
- Before use, inspect the sterile pouch; do not use if the packaging is damaged, opened or shows signs of moisture or contamination.
- Open the peel pouch using aseptic technique and transfer the needle holder to the sterile field.
- Use the Derf needle holder to grasp and hold fine suturing needles securely by closing the ratchet to the required tension.
- Avoid excessive force that could deform the needle, damage tissue or wear the jaw serrations.
- After suturing is complete, carefully release the ratchet and remove the needle as per standard surgical technique.
- Do not attempt to clean, re-sterilise or reuse the instrument; it is designed strictly for single use.
- After use, dispose of the instrument in an appropriate sharps or clinical waste container, following local policies and regulations.
Contraindications
- Do not use if the sterile packaging is damaged, opened or otherwise compromised.
- Not intended for reuse or re-sterilisation; reuse may compromise function and increase risk of infection.
- Do not use if the instrument is visibly bent, damaged, corroded or has misaligned jaws or ratchet.
- Use with caution near very delicate tissues or structures where excessive pressure could cause trauma.
- Not suitable for non-medical purposes or for use by untrained individuals.
Adverse Effects
- Potential tissue bruising or trauma at the needle entry point or where tissue is compressed if excessive force is applied.
- Risk of tissue tearing or bleeding if the instrument is misused or applied to inappropriate structures.
- Risk of infection if aseptic technique is not observed or if a non-sterile/damaged pack is inadvertently used.
- Very rare risk of instrument failure (e.g. jaw misalignment or ratchet slippage) if subjected to excessive force or reused contrary to instructions.
Storage Conditions
- Store in a clean, dry environment away from direct sunlight and extremes of temperature.
- Keep products in their original outer packaging until required to protect sterile pouches from physical damage and contamination.
- Do not store near chemicals or solvents that could damage packaging materials.
- Observe the expiry date on each sterile pack; do not use after the indicated date.
- Follow institutional policies for storage of sterile, single-use surgical instruments.
Duration
The instrument is used only for the duration of a single surgical or wound closure procedure and is discarded immediately afterwards; contact time with the patient is limited to the procedure itself.
Onset
Immediate mechanical effect; the instrument provides needle control as soon as it is applied. There is no pharmacological onset.
