Clinical Application
Designed for abdominal and gastrointestinal procedures, this Kocher intestinal forceps provides a secure, atraumatically controlled hold on bowel, mesentery, or other soft tissues when a firm grip is required. Common uses include tissue manipulation during bowel resection, retraction during anastomosis, and temporary tissue stabilization while sutures or staples are placed. Because the jaw configuration is intentionally aggressive to prevent slippage, clinicians should avoid use on friable serosal surfaces when minimal tissue trauma is required.
Design & Configuration
The straight 25 cm shaft offers increased reach and tactile control in deep or crowded operative fields. The classic Kocher jaw geometry features interlocking teeth and transverse serrations that resist rotation and slippage under traction. A locking ratchet on the handle permits hands-free retention of tissue at defined tensions, while the straight configuration provides direct alignment for precise manipulation and atraumatic reorientation within the surgical field.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Forceps (Kocher intestinal pattern)
- Configuration: Straight
- Length: 25 cm
- Tip / jaw pattern: Interlocking traumatic teeth with serrations for secure purchase
- Typical surgical use: Grasping and securing intestinal or soft tissue during abdominal procedures
- Reusable construction
Material & Construction
Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel suitable for repeated sterilization and clinical reprocessing. The instrument is supplied as a reusable sterile-capable device, with durable hinge and jaw geometry engineered for consistent alignment and grip across multiple cycles.
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