Clinical Application
Designed for otology and general ENT procedures, these forceps provide precise control for removal of foreign bodies and cerumen from the external auditory canal and for atraumatic handling of delicate soft tissues under direct or microscopic visualization. Their slim profile and fine tips facilitate work in confined canal spaces and during routine office or operative procedures.
Design & Configuration
The ear-specific geometry places narrow, finely aligned jaws on a slim shaft, allowing safe reach into the ear canal while minimizing patient discomfort and tissue trauma. The fine tip geometry improves fingertip control and visibility at the working end, enabling targeted grasping of small objects and delicate structures without obstructing the line of sight.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Forceps
- Pattern / model: Littauer ear forceps
- Configuration: Ear pattern, slim-profile jaws
- Length: 12 cm
- Tip / jaw: Fine, narrow tips for precise manipulation in the ear canal
- Typical use: Otology/ENT — foreign body and cerumen removal, delicate tissue handling
- Reusable construction
Material & Construction
Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel for corrosion resistance and repeated sterilization. The construction emphasizes a slim, rigid shaft and precisely finished tips to maintain alignment and tactile feedback through repeated use. Reusable design compatible with standard sterilization protocols.
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