What is the Constrictor – Retrieving End used for?

Close ligatures in deep fields where the tag end has to be pulled back with an instrument; Tie off tubes, drains, and vessels by passing the thread around and retrieving the end; Complete the Constrictor Knot when fingers can't reach the free end; Secure structures in narrow anatomical spaces; Practice instrumental handling of the thread in surgical-skills training.

How do you tie the Constrictor – Retrieving End?

The Constrictor – Retrieving End is the technique of closing the Constrictor Knot by pulling (retrieving) the tag end of the thread with forceps to complete the tie at the desired point. It's useful when the loop needs to be carried around a structure and the tag end has to be brought back through a tight space, still giving the Constrictor's characteristic firm lock. Follow the illustrated step-by-step, with a photo for every stage, on Desbravai.

Is the Constrictor – Retrieving End hard to tie?

The Constrictor – Retrieving End is rated medium, in the Surgical category and is taught with a photo at every stage on Desbravai.

What other names does the Constrictor – Retrieving End have?

It is also known as Constrictor – Retrieving End. (ABOK #1249)

What precautions apply when using the Constrictor – Retrieving End?

Practically a permanent knot: plan to remove it only by cutting; When retrieving the end, don't force it through delicate tissue along the way; Pulling the end with uneven tension can throw the knot off-center and loosen it.

Constrictor – Retrieving End

Technique for closing the Constrictor Knot by retrieving the tag end with forceps

Also called: Constrictor – Retrieving End · ABOK #1249

What it is for

Close ligatures in deep fields where the tag end has to be pulled back with an instrument
Tie off tubes, drains, and vessels by passing the thread around and retrieving the end
Complete the Constrictor Knot when fingers can't reach the free end
Secure structures in narrow anatomical spaces
Practice instrumental handling of the thread in surgical-skills training