This device is used during laparoscopy or under direct visualization. It has a sharp end.
Precaution is advised to prevent self inflicted needle wounds.
It has an ambidextrous locking mechanism that can be activated by twisting the thumb. The open loop will be fully extended and ready to use. To unlock, reverse the order of the steps to this maneuver. Refer to endoscopy labeling. This device is not a trocar sleeve.