An inconspicuous medical tool stems bleeding with precision

The clamp is a crucial and reliable instrument to stop bleeding and bears a certain resemblance to surgical scissors, but instead of cutting surfaces, it has two serrated tips. The instrument has handles that can be held in position by a locking mechanism, which consists of a series of interlocking teeth that allow the user to adjust the clamping force of the pliers.

The structure of the tip consists of a fine ribbing that prevents the blood vessel from being damaged. Since it is used in open wounds, it is usually made of stainless steel, which can be a difficult material when it comes to machining. In addition, it must have a perfect surface finish. These are the mechanical challenges that medical device manufacturers must face.

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