Polymer Ligation Clips

What POLYLOC Polymer Clips Are

POLYLOC Ligation Clips (Preloaded) form a sterile, single-use surgical ligation clip applier system intended to ligate blood vessels or other tubular structures using preloaded clips. Depending on the product variant, the device is supplied with polymer or titanium clips. The clips are non-absorbable and remain in place after the procedure, providing durable mechanical occlusion where surgical ligation is appropriate.

Construction and Delivery Mechanism

Each system integrates the clips with a complete applier assembly. The applier comprises jaws for clip placement, a shaft for clip guidance, manual handles for actuation, and a clip indicator. This construction is designed to deliver multiple clips in a controlled, sequential manner and to support repeatable placement throughout a procedure. The preloaded format removes the need for separate clip loading during surgery.

Handling and Clinical Use

The device is indicated for general surgical and laparoscopic procedures requiring occlusion or ligation of vessels or tubular structures. It is intended for use only when the target structure can be clearly visualized, either directly or endoscopically. The visual indicator lets the surgeon monitor clip advancement and the remaining clip count, and use is discontinued once all clips are deployed or the empty indicator appears.

Selection Considerations

The appropriate variant, clip material, and clip size are selected by the surgeon based on patient condition, anatomical site, the diameter and characteristics of the target structure, the nature of the procedure, and surgical technique. Clip size must be compatible with the structure being occluded.

Presentation

POLYLOC Polymer Clips are supplied preloaded, sterile, and for single procedure use only. The device is intended to be discarded after one procedure and must not be reused or resterilized.