Surgical Clips and Appliers – Sterile, Reliable Tools for Medical Use
Frequently Asked Questions
4 questionsSurgical ligating clips occlude vessels, ducts, and other tubular structures during surgery, providing fast and secure closure as an alternative to suture ligation.
Titanium clips are crimped metal clips that are radiopaque on imaging, while polymer clips use a non-conductive plastic with a locking mechanism that resists slippage on larger structures.
Yes. Appliers are designed for specific clip brands and sizes, so the clip and applier must be compatible to load and fire correctly.
Clip size is matched to the diameter of the vessel or duct so the clip fully encircles and occludes the structure. Sizes commonly range from small to large.