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Needle Holders Compared – Choosing the Right Instrument

Needle Holders Compared – Choosing the Right Instrument

01.04.2026

Needle holders are among the most essential instruments in surgery. They provide secure needle control and support precise suturing techniques. Depending on the specialty and application, various designs are available to meet specific clinical requirements.

Why Choosing the Right Needle Holder Matters

The choice of needle holder directly influences handling, precision, and overall procedural efficiency. From routine surgical procedures to highly specialized microsurgical interventions, different instrument designs offer distinct advantages in terms of control, stability, and ergonomics.

Key Consideration: The right combination of size, mechanism, and material helps ensure accurate needle guidance and greater procedural confidence.

Different Needle Holders for Different Applications

Various types of needle holders are designed to address specific surgical requirements. Standard models provide versatility, while microsurgical designs are optimized for delicate work in confined spaces.

  • Standard needle holders for general surgical procedures
  • TC needle holders with tungsten carbide inserts for greater durability
  • Microsurgical needle holders for delicate procedures
  • TC microsurgical needle holders for maximum precision and wear resistance
  • Specialized instruments for various suturing techniques

Overview of the Main Types

Selecting the Best Option for Your Practice

Whether performing standard procedures or complex microsurgical techniques, choosing the right needle holder improves handling, control, and suturing accuracy. High-quality materials and dependable mechanics contribute to safe and efficient workflows over the long term.

Precision Starts with the Right Instrument

The right needle holder supports secure needle control, comfortable handling, and precise suturing techniques across a broad range of surgical disciplines.

Choose the model that best matches your clinical requirements and procedural demands.

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Swiss Market Approved
ADSON needle holder, 18 cm (7.1")
12-2480.18
ADSON needle holder, 18 cm (7.1")

CE certified quality product from factory in TuttlingenIndications: General and visceral surgeryReference number(s): 12-2480.18, BM224, 20-360-18, 10.36.17

Regular price: €25.70
Single price (net): €21.60
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BABY-GILLIES needle holder with scissors, 15 cm (5.9") for right hand
12-2524.15
BABY-GILLIES needle holder with scissors, 15 cm (5.9") for right hand

Small modelCE certified quality product from factory in TuttlingenIndications: General and visceral surgeryReference number(s): 24.430.15, 019-274-150, BM298

Regular price: €68.26
Single price (net): €57.36
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BAUMGARTNER needle holder, 12.5 cm (4.9")
12-5042.13
BAUMGARTNER needle holder, 12.5 cm (4.9")
Length: 12.5 cm (5")

CE certified quality product from factory in TuttlingenIndications: General and visceral surgeryReference number(s): 12-5042.13, 24.150.12, 25150-12, 24-1500-12

Variants from €19.84
Regular price: €21.81
Single price (net): €18.33
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BROWN needle holder, 13 cm (5.1")
12-5050.13
BROWN needle holder, 13 cm (5.1")

CE certified quality product from factory in TuttlingenIndications: General and visceral surgeryReference number(s): 019-226-130, 24.148.13

Regular price: €17.93
Single price (net): €15.07
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COLLIER needle holder, serrated, 12.5 cm (4.9")
12-5030.13
COLLIER needle holder, serrated, 12.5 cm (4.9")

CE certified quality product from factory in TuttlingenIndications: General and visceral surgeryReference number(s): 12-5030.13, BM207, 20-332-12, 10.04.13, 24.122.12

Regular price: €17.93
Single price (net): €15.07
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CRILE needle holder, 15 cm (5.9")
12-2496.15
CRILE needle holder, 15 cm (5.9")

CE certified quality product from factory in TuttlingenIndications: General and visceral surgeryReference number(s): 12-2496.15, BM503, 20-500-15, 11.34.15, 24.350.15

Regular price: €24.75
Single price (net): €20.80
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CRILE-MURRAY needle holder, 15 cm (5.9")
12-5320.15
CRILE-MURRAY needle holder, 15 cm (5.9")

CE certified quality product from factory in TuttlingenIndications: General and visceral surgeryReference number(s): 12-5320.15, BM219, 20-348-15, 10.20.14, 24.170.15, 25170-15

Regular price: €20.13
Single price (net): €16.92
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CRILE-WOOD needle holder, 15 cm (5.9")
12-5302.15
CRILE-WOOD needle holder, 15 cm (5.9")
Length: 15 cm (6")

CE certified quality product from factory in TuttlingenIndications: General and visceral surgeryReference number(s): 12-5302.15, BM218, 20-350-15, 10.20.15, 24.160.15, 019-230-150, AE070/15

Regular price: €18.04
Single price (net): €15.16
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CRILE-WOOD needle holder, curved, 36 cm (14.2"), Tungsten Carbide (TC)
12-5315.36
CRILE-WOOD needle holder, curved, 36 cm (14.2"), Tungsten Carbide (TC)

curvedTC Jaws: serrated, with lock"Carbide insert (TC)" means up to thirty times longer durability, super-sharp and smooth cutGood handling is just one of the advantages of these insertsGold-plated handlesCE certified quality product from factory in TuttlingenIndications: General and visceral surgeryReference number(s): 12-5315.36, AE471/36

Regular price: €277.15
Single price (net): €232.90
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DERF needle holder, 12 cm (4.7")
12-5024.12
DERF needle holder, 12 cm (4.7")

CE certified quality product from factory in TuttlingenIndications: General and visceral surgeryReference number(s): 12-5024.12, BM204, 20-326-12, 10.02.12, 24.110.12, 019-200-125, 25110-12, 24-1100-12, AE050/12

Regular price: €17.05
Single price (net): €14.33
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