McKesson Surgical Skin Stapler - 35 Pre-Loaded Stainless Steel Staples, Sterile Disposable

Professional-Grade Surgical Skin Stapler for Precise Wound Closure

The McKesson Surgical Skin Stapler delivers exceptional precision, reliability, and ease-of-use for external skin tissue closure across a wide variety of surgical procedures. This sterile, disposable stapling device comes pre-loaded with 35 surgical-grade stainless steel staples, providing surgeons, emergency physicians, and surgical teams with a complete wound closure solution that combines speed, accuracy, and consistent clinical performance in operating rooms, emergency departments, trauma centers, and ambulatory surgical facilities.

Surgical-Grade Stainless Steel Staples for Optimal Wound Approximation

Each stapler is factory-loaded with 35 premium surgical-grade stainless steel staples manufactured to exacting tolerances for consistent formation and reliable tissue approximation. The stainless steel construction provides superior tensile strength, corrosion resistance, and biocompatibility essential for secure wound closure and optimal healing outcomes. In the closed position, each regular staple measures 4.8 mm in width and 3.4 mm in height, dimensions specifically engineered for thin to medium skin thickness and smaller or narrower incisions commonly encountered in general surgery, orthopedic procedures, plastic surgery, cesarean sections, and trauma repair.

Important note: The stainless steel staples contain nickel. Healthcare providers should assess patients for nickel sensitivity or allergy prior to use and select alternative closure methods for nickel-allergic individuals to prevent hypersensitivity reactions or contact dermatitis at the surgical site.

Ergonomic Design for Enhanced Surgical Control

The fixed head, ergonomic handle, and soft trigger pull combine to deliver superior surgical control and reduced operator fatigue during wound closure procedures. The ergonomically contoured handle fits comfortably in hands of various sizes, providing secure grip and precise instrument control even during extended surgical cases or when wearing surgical gloves. The soft trigger pull requires minimal force to activate staple deployment, reducing hand strain and enabling surgeons to maintain steady, controlled staple placement throughout the entire closure process.

This thoughtful ergonomic design is particularly valuable during lengthy procedures requiring multiple staples or when closing wounds in anatomically challenging locations where precise instrument positioning is critical. The comfortable grip and smooth trigger action allow surgeons to focus on optimal staple placement rather than struggling with difficult-to-operate instruments, ultimately improving closure quality and procedural efficiency.

One-Staple-Per-Squeeze Mechanism for Controlled Deployment

The stapler dispenses one staple each time the squeeze handle is activated, providing surgeons with complete control over staple placement, spacing, and wound approximation. This single-staple deployment mechanism prevents accidental multiple-staple firing that could waste staples, compromise wound closure integrity, or require staple removal and replacement. Surgeons can carefully position each staple for optimal tissue eversion and wound edge approximation, adjusting staple spacing based on wound characteristics, tissue tension, and anatomical location to achieve the best cosmetic and functional outcomes.

Audible Feedback for Staple Formation Confirmation

An audible click indicates when each staple is fully formed, providing immediate tactile and acoustic confirmation of successful staple deployment. This audible feedback mechanism eliminates uncertainty about staple formation, allowing surgeons to proceed confidently to the next staple placement without visual verification of each staple. The click confirmation is particularly valuable in fast-paced surgical environments, during procedures where the surgical field is crowded with instruments and personnel, or when closing wounds in locations where direct visualization of staple formation is challenging.

This real-time feedback enhances procedural efficiency, reduces the need for staple inspection and potential re-firing, and contributes to consistent, reliable wound closure across diverse surgical scenarios and operator experience levels.

Clear Staple Count Visibility for Procedural Tracking

The clear, marked plastic cartridge provides enhanced visibility of remaining staple count, enabling surgical teams to monitor staple usage throughout the procedure and anticipate when a new stapler may be needed. This transparent cartridge design allows quick visual assessment of available staples without interrupting the surgical workflow, supporting efficient OR management and preventing mid-closure instrument changes that could extend procedure time or compromise sterile technique.

The marked cartridge also facilitates accurate documentation of staple count for surgical records, quality assurance purposes, and billing documentation. Surgical teams can quickly verify the number of staples deployed during wound closure, supporting comprehensive procedural documentation and regulatory compliance requirements.

Multi-Angle Firing Capability for Anatomical Versatility

Engineered to be fired from multiple angles, this stapler accommodates the diverse anatomical contours and surgical access challenges encountered across different body regions and incision orientations. Whether closing linear incisions, curved wounds, or incisions in anatomically complex areas such as the scalp, joints, or irregular body surfaces, surgeons can position the stapler at the optimal angle for secure tissue approximation without compromising staple formation or closure integrity.

The ejector spring automatically disengages the staple to facilitate instrument removal in any direction, eliminating the need for specific withdrawal angles or techniques that could disturb freshly placed staples or traumatize wound edges. This automatic disengagement mechanism allows smooth, rapid instrument withdrawal regardless of firing angle, supporting efficient staple placement and reducing the risk of inadvertent staple displacement or tissue trauma during instrument removal.

Versatile Surgical Applications

Indicated for use in a wide variety of surgical procedures to close external skin tissue, this stapler serves as an essential tool across multiple surgical specialties including general surgery, orthopedic surgery, plastic and reconstructive surgery, obstetrics and gynecology, trauma surgery, emergency medicine, and dermatologic surgery. The regular staple size is ideally suited for thin to medium skin or smaller/narrower incisions, making it the preferred choice for procedures such as cesarean sections, appendectomies, hernia repairs, joint surgeries, laceration repairs, skin graft donor sites, and cosmetic procedures where precise tissue approximation and favorable cosmetic outcomes are priorities.

The stapler's combination of controlled deployment, ergonomic handling, and reliable staple formation makes it equally effective for planned surgical incisions and traumatic wound closures in emergency settings where speed and reliability are paramount.

Sterile, Single-Use Design for Infection Control

Each stapler is individually packaged and sterilized for single use only, ensuring optimal infection control compliance and eliminating cross-contamination risks associated with reusable instruments. The disposable design also eliminates the costs, time, and quality concerns associated with instrument reprocessing, sterilization validation, and maintenance of reusable staplers. Healthcare facilities benefit from predictable per-procedure costs, simplified inventory management, and the assurance that every stapler delivers consistent, reliable performance without degradation from repeated use or inadequate reprocessing.

The single-use design also ensures that each surgical procedure begins with a stapler in optimal mechanical condition, with full staple capacity and properly functioning deployment mechanisms—critical factors in achieving successful wound closure outcomes.

Latex-Free Construction for Patient and Staff Safety

Not made with natural rubber latex, this stapler eliminates latex exposure risks for latex-sensitive patients and healthcare workers. Latex allergies affect a significant percentage of surgical personnel and patients, particularly those with frequent healthcare exposure or specific risk factors. By selecting latex-free surgical instruments, healthcare facilities create safer environments for vulnerable populations and reduce the risk of allergic reactions ranging from contact dermatitis to potentially life-threatening anaphylaxis during surgical procedures.

Clinical Benefits and Procedural Advantages

Compared to traditional suture closure, surgical stapling offers several distinct advantages including reduced closure time, decreased tissue handling and trauma, lower infection rates in certain wound types, simplified technique requiring less extensive training, and consistent wound edge approximation. The speed advantage is particularly valuable in trauma settings, lengthy surgical cases where minimizing anesthesia time is important, and high-volume surgical practices where procedural efficiency directly impacts throughput and resource utilization.

The stapler's ease of use also makes it an excellent choice for training environments where surgical residents and fellows are developing wound closure skills, as the controlled single-staple deployment and audible feedback support skill development and confidence building.

Quality Assurance and Regulatory Compliance

Manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure dimensional accuracy, mechanical reliability, and sterility assurance. Each stapler undergoes rigorous testing to verify staple formation consistency, trigger force requirements, and deployment mechanism reliability across the full 35-staple capacity. This quality assurance process ensures that healthcare providers can depend on consistent, predictable performance for every surgical procedure, supporting optimal patient outcomes and procedural efficiency.

Cost-Effectiveness and Value

The combination of 35 pre-loaded staples, reliable single-staple deployment, ergonomic design, and disposable convenience delivers exceptional value for surgical facilities. The stapler's capacity is well-matched to common incision lengths, minimizing waste from partially used devices while providing sufficient staples for most routine closures. The time savings compared to suture closure translates to improved OR efficiency, increased case volume capacity, and reduced labor costs—benefits that often offset the per-unit device cost and contribute to overall procedural cost-effectiveness.

Technical Specifications: 35 pre-loaded surgical-grade stainless steel staples (contains nickel) | Regular staple size: 4.8mm width × 3.4mm height | Fixed head design | Ergonomic handle with soft trigger pull | Single-staple-per-squeeze deployment | Audible click confirmation | Clear marked cartridge | Multi-angle firing capability | Automatic staple disengagement | Sterile, single-use disposable | Latex-free | For thin to medium skin and smaller/narrower incisions