The Vertical Needle Holder: A Proof-of-Concept Evaluation of a Novel Instrument for Precision Suturing in Confined Surgical Fields

Othman Alshemari, Hasan Alshemari, Ahmad Zia, Biomedical Science, University of Ottawa, Head of Department of Otolaryngology, Alorf Hospital, Faculty of Pharmacy and Alternative Medicine, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur

Surgical Innovation

Published online on December 28, 2025

Abstract

Surgical Innovation, Volume 33, Issue 4, Page 347-354, August 2026.
Background/NeedPrecision suturing in confined surgical fields poses ergonomic and visibility challenges, particularly in minimally invasive and reconstructive procedures. A novel Vertical Needle Holder (VNH) was designed to enhance control, angle ...