Clinical Application
Designed for secure, controlled handling of soft tissue during open surgical procedures. The curved Brophy tissue forceps with a 1x2 tooth configuration provides reliable purchase on slippery or friable tissue while minimizing compressive trauma, making it useful for wound closure, suture placement, tissue retraction, and soft-tissue manipulation in general surgery, thoracic and specialty procedures where a strong but precise grip is required.
Design & Configuration
The curved shaft improves line-of-sight and access around anatomical corners and working depths, permitting atraumatic retraction and atraumatic transfer of tissue without obstructing the field. Serrated jaws combined with a 1x2 tooth pattern create an asymmetric engagement that secures tissue with minimal slippage and reduced crushing compared with broad flat tips. The 20 cm length balances reach into deeper operative sites with tactile control at the handle.
Instrument Specifications
- Pattern: Brophy tissue forceps
- Configuration: Curved shaft
- Length: 20 cm
- Tip: Serrated jaws with 1x2 tooth pattern
- Primary use: Grasping, stabilizing, and manipulating soft tissue during dissection and suturing
- Reusable surgical instrument
Material & Construction
Precision-formed from surgical-grade stainless steel for corrosion resistance and repeated reprocessing. The box-lock hinge provides consistent alignment and durability during repeated use. The jaw serrations and tooth geometry are machined to provide predictable grip while minimizing tissue trauma. Constructed for standard sterilization and long-term reuse.
Quality & Compliance
Manufactured by FDA-registered OEM facilities and produced under strict quality control standards.
Brand Comparison
Comparable in form and function to equivalent instruments offered by major US medical suppliers.
Availability & Returns
- In-stock lead time: ships within ~1 week
- Out-of-stock lead time: 2–4 weeks
- Returns: 30-day return policy