UMBILICAL CORD CLAMP

Product Description

An umbilical cord clamp is a sterile disposable medical device used to securely close the umbilical cord of a newborn immediately after birth preventing blood loss and minimizing the risk of infection

Key Features

Material

Made of nontoxic medicalgrade plastic typically polypropylene or polyethylene

Latexfree and biocompatible for neonatal safety

Locking Mechanism

Equipped with a ratchetstyle or snaplock design that ensures permanent closure once applied

Designed to prevent accidental reopening

Teeth or Grooved Interior

Provides a firm nonslip grip on the cord to prevent leakage

Even pressure distribution to avoid cord tissue damage

Color and Size

Often brightly colored eg blue white or yellow for easy visibility

Compact and lightweight for neonatal use

Sterile and Disposable

Individually packed for single use to reduce infection risk

Applications

Immediate postnatal care to clamp the umbilical cord

Used in both vaginal and cesarean deliveries

Safe for use in hospital birthing centers and field deliveries

Optional Features

Some models include a name tag or space for baby ID labeling

Available with preattached antiseptic gel or dressing pad in advanced designs