OverviewCRABCLAMP® + is designed for use in endovascular procedures to hold catheters, guidewires and other elements securely in a fixed position while maintaining easy access and organization.
Key benefitsKeeps guidewires and catheters stable and organized; facilitates combined approaches and simultaneous procedures such as angioplasty and stent implantation.
Support base with groovesPinch any fold of a surgical towel from either side to anchor the clamp to the procedural field.
3 Notches with slits- Easily secure and release guidewires from 0.014" to 0.038" and catheters, tubes and fibers.
- Secure up to 4 guidewires simultaneously.
- Holds coiled guidewires neatly in place.
Longitudinal BridgeFacilitates threading of a guidewire into a catheter and stabilizes alignment during device exchanges.
Functions / Use cases- Holds catheters, guidewires and other elements in a fixed position during endovascular procedures.
- Facilitates combined approaches and simultaneous interventions (e.g., angioplasty and stent implantation).
- Acts as an instrument-holder to organize devices on the sterile field when an assistant is not available.
Particularly useful for- Multi-access procedures
- EVAR, ChEVAR, TEVAR, TAMBE
- Long peripheral recanalization
- Procedures without assistant
Characteristics / technical specifications- Compatible guidewire diameters: 0.014" to 0.038"
- Holds up to 4 guidewires simultaneously
- Main features: support base with grooves, 3 notches with slits, longitudinal bridge
- Intended use: to stabilize and organize guidewires, catheters and similar elements during endovascular procedures