Clinical Application
Curved Crile hemostatic forceps are used to clamp and occlude small-to-medium blood vessels and to secure tissue during dissection and ligation. Their size and curvature make them well suited for general surgery, gynecology, ENT, minor vascular procedures, and routine operating-room tasks where precise vessel control and atraumatic tissue handling are required. The curved profile facilitates reaching around structures and working in deeper or confined surgical fields while maintaining a line of sight for the operator.
Design & Configuration
The curved geometry directs the jaws into the field while keeping the handles accessible to the assistant or surgeon. A box-lock pivot and ratchet lock deliver reliable clamping and secure retention of applied pressure. The longitudinal serrations along the jaw provide consistent grip on vessels and tissue without excessive trauma when used correctly. Ring-style handles offer familiar ergonomics for single-hand placement, quick application, and controlled release.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Hemostatic forceps
- Pattern / model: Crile
- Configuration: Curved
- Length: 14 cm
- Tip / jaw pattern: Serrated jaws (hemostatic)
- Typical surgical use: Occlusion of small-to-medium vessels, tissue control, ligation
- Material / construction: Stainless steel
- Reusable: Yes
Material & Construction
Constructed from medical-grade stainless steel for corrosion resistance and long service life under routine reprocessing. Precision heat-treated jaws and a sturdy box-lock pivot maintain alignment and consistent bite through repeated sterilization cycles. The instrument is designed for standard sterilization methods used for reusable stainless-steel surgical instruments, including steam autoclave processing.
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