Gemini Artery & Ligature Forcep 20 cm / 8"

The Gemini Artery and Ligature Forcep, 20 cm / 8" provides the curved ligature passing tip of the pattern with the reach required for deeper work. The purpose of the additional length is straightforward. Vessels situated deep within the abdomen or thorax cannot be encircled with a 16 cm instrument without the surgeon's hand entering the field and obscuring the site, and placing a ligature blind around a significant vessel is not acceptable practice. The 20 cm length keeps the hand clear while the slim curved tip performs the same controlled pass beneath the vessel.

The instrument also serves as a long fine dissector for defining vascular structures at depth. It should be noted that a longer instrument amplifies any movement at the fingers, so a steady grip is required. The slim jaws are for passing and dissecting rather than for crushing a pedicle.

• Surgical grade stainless steel
• Keeps the hand clear of the field, avoiding blind ligature placement
• Slim curved tip performs a controlled pass beneath the vessel
• Also serves as a long fine dissector for defining vascular structures at depth
• Requires a steady grip, as length amplifies movement at the fingers
• Fully autoclavable & reusable 

When is the 20 cm length necessary?

When a vessel lies deep within the abdomen or thorax and a 16 cm instrument would require the hand to enter and obscure the field.

Can it be used to crush a pedicle?

No. The slim jaws are for passing ligatures and dissecting. A Carmalt should be used for pedicle crushing.

At HK Medical Instruments, we stand behind the quality and performance of our products.

All instruments are eligible for return or replacement within 45 days of delivery if they have a manufacturing defect, malfunction, or do not meet your expectations.

We also offer a lifetime breakage warranty covering breakage resulting from manufacturing or material defects. This warranty does not cover damage caused by misuse, improper handling, accidental drops, incorrect cleaning or sterilization, unauthorized repairs, or normal wear and tear.

To request warranty assistance, please contact us at warranty@hkmedins.com with your order details, a description of the issue, and clear photographs of the affected instrument. Our team will review your request and guide you through the return or replacement process.