354 devices · GMDN 45716
A suture knot pusher is a reusable surgical tool designed to guide and position pre-formed suture knots inside the body during internal procedures. Clinically, it helps surgeons achieve precise knot placement and tension—critical for procedures like heart valve suturing—without direct manual manipulation.
These devices are typically regulated as surgical instruments, often requiring compliance with general medical device safety standards. They are commonly supplied sterile or as reusable instruments, depending on manufacturer specifications and surgical practice protocols.
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