Satisfies the following criteria of instrument design:

• Light weight
  
• Capable of ambidextrous application
  
• Malleable/curved
  
• Length appropriate to surgery
  
• Multifunctional, forceps, grasping, knot pusher
  
• Parallel profile low/stern axis
  
• Long-lasting
  
• Pull apart
  
• Easy to clean, maintain and sterilise
  
• No finger entrapment