What is the Surgical Slip Tie used for?

Tighten ligatures in deep fields, pushing the knot down to the target structure; Close sutures in hard-to-reach spots where the knot can't be tied in place; Adjust tension gradually before locking it for good; Tie off deep pedicles in open surgery and video surgery; Teach the concept of a sliding knot converted into a locked knot (slip-to-square).

How do you tie the Surgical Slip Tie?

The Surgical Slip Tie is a knot that runs (slides) so it can be tightened at a distance, letting you carry the tightening action down to a deep point before locking it in place. It's especially useful when the knot can't be tied directly on the structure: it's built outside the field and then slid down until it closes over the vessel or tissue. Follow the illustrated step-by-step, with a photo for every stage, on Desbravai.

Is the Surgical Slip Tie hard to tie?

The Surgical Slip Tie is rated hard, in the Surgical category and is taught with a photo at every stage on Desbravai.

What precautions apply when using the Surgical Slip Tie?

It must be locked at the end: a slip knot left without a lock can loosen and the vessel can bleed; Sliding with uneven tension can jam the knot partway down; Don't let the knot tighten before it's in position, since it's hard to adjust afterward.

Surgical Slip Tie

Q: What other names does the Surgical Slip Tie have?

It is also known as Surgical Slip Tie, Surgical Slip Knot, Nudo quirúrgico corredizo, Nudo deslizante quirúrgico, Nó cirúrgico deslizante.

A surgical knot that slides down to tighten at depth and is then locked in place

Also called: Surgical Slip Tie, Surgical Slip Knot, Nudo quirúrgico corredizo, Nudo deslizante quirúrgico, Nó cirúrgico deslizante

What it is for

Tighten ligatures in deep fields, pushing the knot down to the target structure
Close sutures in hard-to-reach spots where the knot can't be tied in place
Adjust tension gradually before locking it for good
Tie off deep pedicles in open surgery and video surgery
Teach the concept of a sliding knot converted into a locked knot (slip-to-square)