Forceps & Clamps
Dressing Nonconductive Forceps
Dressing Nonconductive Forceps
Dressing Non-conductive Forceps are handcrafted with a smooth and durable, non-conductive nylon coating for electrosurgical procedures. Fully autoclavable, these forceps are available with either coated or exposed serrated, tapered tips. Both an 8" and 10" model is available with a serrated handle. Insulated forceps feature a smooth, durable, non-conductive nylon coating for LEEP, LLETZ and other electrosurgical procedures. The blue nylon resists abrasion and provides excellent insulation. These instruments are fully autoclavable, and can come in patterns with either exposed or coated tips to accommodate a range of clinical needs. Most forceps, including ones not shown as insulated here, can be insulated for use in electrosurgical cases – please contact us for more information.
Duval-Collins Tissue Grasping Forceps
Duval-Collins Tissue Grasping Forceps
DuVal-Collins Tissue Grasping Forceps is lightweight and has triangular jaws to provide a larger grasping surface. The design of these jaws contributes to a reduction of tissue trauma since the applied force is more distributed. These tissue grasping forceps are more often functional for grabbing internal organs such as the stomach or lung. Additionally, surgeons can control tissue and even eliminate foreign objects in the body. The ring-handle ratchet design and interlocking features at the end of the jaw assure the tissue is grasped firmly. Different jaw widths are available to accommodate different cases.
Evans Tissue Forceps – Tungsten Carbide
Tungsten carbide, dissector end, 10" (25.0 cm)
Evans Tissue Forceps are handcrafted from tungsten carbide for a durable and strong instrument with a crosshatched surface to provide a secure grip. Designed with a dissecting end and a long instrument length, this model assures that while dissecting or manipulation tissue the surgeon will have both a firm grip as well as an open visual field. Tungsten carbide forceps feature tips made from tungsten carbide, the hardest metal made for surgical instruments. Precision-milled serrations are formed onto the tungsten carbide inserts, resulting in pyramid-shaped teeth that provide a non-slip grip. Pyramid-shaped teeth align perfectly with each other to provide a durable and reliable grasp of the most delicate or toughest tissues, as well as needles, sutures, dressing materials and delicate vessels. Smooth tungsten carbide inserts are also available for delicate procedures. Spring tension allows for surgeons to maintain proper and consistent position, ensuring optimal grip without having to apply excess force. These forceps feature gold-plated handles.
Feilchenfeld Splinter Forceps
Feilchenfeld Splinter Forceps
Feilchenfeld Splinter Forceps are handcrafted from surgical grade German stainless steel. Designed with fine, pointed tips, these forceps are ideal for removal of small foreign objects from skin. The wide handle offers a secure grip for the surgeon while the instrument is available in several lengths.
Ferguson Clamp (Angiotribe)
Ferguson Clamp (Angiotribe)
Ferguson Clamp (Angiotribe) has long jaws with cross-hatched serrations that is implemented in general surgeries when arteries need to be cut or crushed and the hemorrhage needs to be restricted. In this way, future bleeding that results from a consequence of the cut can be contained using this clamp. A curved or straight jaw style with different lengths is available to suit various needs of the surgeon.
Fletcher (Javerts) Sponge Forceps
Sponge Forceps
9-1/2" (24.1 cm)
Fletcher (Javerts) Sponge Forceps are 9 ½" in overall length and include oval-shaped, serrated jaws that are available in different shapes, such as straight, curved, or s-curved. This instrument may be used to in a variety of ways during surgical operations such as to hold sponges or swabs, act as a clamp to stop bleeding, and may also aid in grabbing tissue.
Fletcher Sponge Forceps
Tear-drop jaws, 9-1/2" (24.1 cm)
Fletcher Sponge Forceps with serrated tear-drop jaws that are presented in either a straight or curved style. Although these forceps are made for general surgical procedures, the most common field to utilize this instrument is gynecology. For instance, the curved style tends to be used more often in female sterilization procedures. However, they may also appear in other procedures to hold viscera bowel and bladder.
Foerster (Ballenger) Sponge Forceps
Sponge Forceps
7" (17.8 cm)
Foerster (Ballenger) Sponge Forceps are 7" in length and include the choice of serrated or smooth looped jaw tips in a straight or curved pattern. Although this forceps can be used in general surgical procedures, it is greatly used during gynecological procedures when certain parts in the body, such as the cervix, need to be grasped.
Foerster Sponge Forceps
Foerster Sponge Forceps
Foerster Sponge Forceps serve the purpose of holding sponges or swabs during different types of medical procedures. These ring-handled forceps have a ratchet on the inner side of the handles and are available in a curved or straight design depending on the reason for use. There is also the option of choosing between serrated or smooth looped jaws in various overall lengths.
Foss Anterior Resection Clamp
S-shape w/ smooth jaws, 11-1/2" (29.2 cm)
Foss Anterior Resection Clamp is mainly used during rectal surgery to remove part of the rectum. This 11 1/2" clamp with smooth jaws forms an s-shape and includes ring handles with ratchet fixatin to allow the surgeon to select the amount of pressure being applied.