Foerster Sponge Holding Fcps smooth str 25cm

Clinical Application

Used to grasp, deliver and retrieve surgical sponges and dressings in open procedures. The Foerster pattern is commonly employed for packing wounds and body cavities, protecting exposed tissue during dissection, blunt manipulation of soft tissue, and atraumatic handling of swabs during general surgery, OB/GYN, ENT and minor procedures.

Design & Configuration

The straight alignment and elongated shaft provide controlled reach into superficial and moderately deep cavities. The Foerster-style oval fenestrated tips cradle sponges to maintain secure handling while the smooth inner surface minimizes tissue trauma and reduces snagging on delicate structures. The smooth configuration is chosen when a less aggressive grip on tissue is desirable while still retaining reliable control of dressings and swabs.

Instrument Specifications

• Pattern: Foerster sponge holding forceps
• Configuration: smooth, straight
• Length: 25 cm
• Tip: oval fenestrated jaws with smooth inner surface for atraumatic handling
• Primary uses: sponge delivery/retrieval, cavity packing, blunt manipulation of soft tissue
• Reusable, designed for routine sterilization

Material & Construction

Manufactured from surgical‑grade stainless steel for corrosion resistance and durability. Constructed for repeated use and compatible with standard sterilization methods (autoclave). The smooth jaw surface is intended to reduce tissue trauma and minimize sponge fraying during use.

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