Clinical Application
Designed to provide reliable hemostasis and atraumatic tissue control, this straight hemostatic forceps is intended for clamping, crushing, and temporarily occluding small-to-medium vessels during open surgical procedures. The 1x2 tooth jaw pattern offers a secure grip on soft tissue and vessel walls, reducing slippage when approximating tissues or maintaining hemostasis while suturing or ligating. Common uses include general surgery, soft-tissue dissection, and procedures requiring controlled vessel occlusion.
Design & Configuration
The straight geometry provides direct alignment between the hand and the operative field, improving tactile feedback and enabling precise tip placement on superficial and moderately deep structures. The 1x2 tooth configuration delivers focused purchase with limited surface trauma compared with broader toothed patterns, making it suitable when a firm hold is required without excessive tissue crushing. The locking (ratchet) handle secures the instrument in position to maintain sustained pressure without continuous manual force, facilitating multi-step hemostatic maneuvers.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Hemostatic forceps (ring-handled, locking)
- Pattern / model: Bengolea
- Configuration: straight
- Length: 24 cm
- Tip / jaw pattern: 1x2 teeth
- Typical use: clamping vessels, tissue grasping, hemostasis during open procedures
- Material: surgical-grade stainless steel
- Reusable: yes
Material & Construction
Constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel to withstand repeated use and sterilization cycles. The instrument is manufactured with precision-forged shaping to ensure consistent jaw alignment and reliable locking action across repeated procedures. Reusable construction supports long-term clinical use when maintained according to facility reprocessing 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