Cooper Ligature Needle

Cooper ligature needle is an instrument that is used in surgery to apply a ligature to blood vessels during surgery. It was developed by American surgeon and anatomist Arthur P. Cooper (1768-1841) in the 1830s.

The Cooper ligature needle is a thin metal needle with a rounded end that is used to create a ligature - a special thread that is applied to a blood vessel to tie it off. The ligature allows you to stop bleeding and prevent damage to blood vessels during surgery.

To apply a Cooper ligature with a ligature needle, the surgeon first inserts the needle into the vessel and then pulls the thread around it to create a tight and secure connection. The surgeon then secures the thread to the patient's skin using a special clamp or other instrument.

Cooper's use of a ligature needle allows surgeons to quickly and effectively stop bleeding and prevent vascular damage during operations on arteries, veins and other blood vessels. This instrument has become an integral part of surgical practice and is still widely used throughout the world.

"Cooper Ligature Needle" is used for ligating vessels using a ligature. This device was developed by the American surgeon William Cooper in 1836. In the modern world, these needles are used to eliminate various injuries in the neck and head. The device promotes rapid treatment of wounds, avoiding serious complications. Cooper ligature needles are widely used in medical care in many countries around the world.