%0 Journal Article
%T The Impact of DeBakey Forceps on Cardiac Surgery: Revolutionizing the Surgical Landscape.
%A Salehi S
%J Cureus
%V 16
%N 6
%D 2024 Jun
%M 39055410
暂无%R 10.7759/cureus.63121
%X The evolution of cardiac surgery has been marked by significant advancements in surgical techniques and tools, leading to improved patient outcomes and safety. A pivotal development in this journey has been the creation of DeBakey forceps, an instrument designed by Dr. Michael DeBakey, a prominent cardiac surgeon and medical innovator. This review explores the impact of a simple, yet effective surgical force invented by Dr. DeBakey, which is not only a cornerstone of cardiac surgery but also finds applications in various other specialties, piquing curiosity about its versatility and unique design that has revolutionized the field of surgery.