What is the Constrictor – Around Forceps used for?

Secure drains, catheters, and tubes with a non-slip knot; Tie off tubular structures around the forceps, then transfer the loop into place; Perform secure ligatures on vessels and ducts; Teach how to build the Constrictor Knot using the instrument as a guide; Situations that call for precise placement of the loop before tightening.

How do you tie the Constrictor – Around Forceps?

The Constrictor – Around Forceps is the technique of tying the Constrictor Knot directly around the surgical forceps, which serves as a guide and support for the loop. It's a practical, controlled way to produce this self-locking knot, widely used for securing tubes and making firm ligatures. Follow the illustrated step-by-step, with a photo for every stage, on Desbravai.

Is the Constrictor – Around Forceps hard to tie?

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

What other names does the Constrictor – Around Forceps have?

It is also known as Constrictor – Around Forceps. (ABOK #1249)

What precautions apply when using the Constrictor – Around Forceps?

Like every Constrictor, it becomes nearly impossible to loosen: reserve it for permanent fixation; Withdraw the forceps carefully so you don't loosen the loop before the final tightening; Excess tension can injure the structure being tied off.

Constrictor – Around Forceps

Ties the Constrictor Knot directly around the surgical forceps

Also called: Constrictor – Around Forceps · ABOK #1249

What it is for

Secure drains, catheters, and tubes with a non-slip knot
Tie off tubular structures around the forceps, then transfer the loop into place
Perform secure ligatures on vessels and ducts
Teach how to build the Constrictor Knot using the instrument as a guide
Situations that call for precise placement of the loop before tightening