Instrument guide › Suturing & stapling
Castroviejo needle driver
Also called: Castros
What it is used for
Fine spring-locked microvascular driver — vascular anastomoses, micro surgery
Category
Learn to name it on sight
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More suturing & stapling instruments
Names vary by facility, manufacturer, and surgeon. Your facility’s instrument sets and the surgeon’s preference card are the reference; this is a study aid.